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Hostel Korea Original - Seoul 1-Star Hotel

6.9/10
Agoda 6.9 · Trip.com 6.9
Public Transit (280m) Airport Transfer Currency Exchange Free Wi-Fi (All Rooms)
Check-in 16:00 | Check-out 11:00

Hotel Analysis

Based on 2 sites · 2,615 reviews

A budget hostel in Seoul's Jongno-gu, Sinseol-dong. Close to Dongmyo and Sinseol-dong stations for easy public transport. Reviews often mention convenient location and value for money.

Strengths

Many reviews say subway nearby makes travel easy

Common kitchen and laundry useful for backpackers repeatedly mentioned

Affordable price good value for short stays

Quick and friendly staff responses via message

Good to Know

Bathroom mold, rust, odors cleanliness complaints repeated

Dust in common areas and rooms, lack of cleaning noted often

Staff not always present causing check-in issues

Recommended For

Solo travelers — Lively common areas and location praised in backpacker reviews

Business travelers — Affordable and transport-friendly for short trips repeatedly noted

Budget travelers — Value emphasized for brief stays

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Ratings by Booking Site

Overall 6.9/10 · 2 sites · Based on 2,615 reviews

Guest Reviews

2 booking sites · 2,615 reviews

Frequently Mentioned

Cleanliness Location Price Mold Staff
10.0 · Agoda · Solo traveler
+ Unbeatable location right by subway for exploring
9.2 · Agoda · Solo traveler
+ Friendly staff, clean room, lively common areas
6.4 · Agoda · Solo traveler
- Severe bathroom mold and rust, smells bad
8.5 · Trip.com · Business traveler
+ Great value, hot water good, quiet
2.5 · Trip.com · Business traveler
- Strong odor, not like photos, unpleasant
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Agoda 2,363 Trip.com 252

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FAQ

What are the check-in/check-out times at Hostel Korea Original?

Typically, check-in starts at 3:00 PM and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Please contact the hotel directly for exact times.

What do guests say about this hotel?

Hostel Korea Original has received a rating of 6.9/10 from 2,356 guests.

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