YaKorea Hostel Dongdaemun is located in Jung-gu, a neighborhood in Seoul, and is near a metro station. Gyeongbokgung Palace and Myeongdong Cathedral are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Myeongdong Street and Namdaemun Market. Check out an event or a game at Seoul Olympic Stadium, and consider making time for Lotte World, a top attraction not to be missed.
Dongdaemun Design Plaza and Dongdaemun History and Culture Park are located near YaKorea Hostel Dongdaemun, which provides free self-serve breakfast, a coffee shop/cafe, and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
A computer station, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services
A TV in the lobby, a water dispenser, and multilingual staff
Luggage storage, a reception hall, and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at YaKorea Hostel Dongdaemun include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and kitchen islands.
Other amenities include:
Bathrooms with heated floors and showers
24-inch LED TVs with cable channels
Communal kitchens, full-sized refrigerators/freezers, and dishwashers
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin), English, Japanese, Korean
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
No onsite parking available
Food and drink
Free self-serve breakfast available daily 7:30 AM–9:30 AM
1 coffee shop/cafe
Family friendly
Full-sized refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Microwave
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
Reception hall
Water dispenser
Guest services
Change of towels (on request)
Concierge services
Front desk (limited hours)
Housekeeping (weekly)
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Tour/ticket assistance
Business services
Computer station
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
This property does not have elevators
Well-lit path to entrance
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Smoke-free property
TV in lobby
Room amenities
Bedroom
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Bed sheets
Heating
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Heated floor (bathroom)
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Entertainment
24-inch LED TV
Cable channels
Food and drink
Coffee grinder
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Dishwasher
Freezer
Kitchen island
Microwave
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Shared kitchen access
Spices
Toaster
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Guidebooks/recommendations
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Local maps
Slippers
Soundproofing
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 11 AM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
National rating
For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.
YaKorea Hostel Dongdaemun Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Seoul
Frequently asked questions
Is YaKorea Hostel Dongdaemun pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at YaKorea Hostel Dongdaemun?
This hostel doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at YaKorea Hostel Dongdaemun?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at YaKorea Hostel Dongdaemun?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is YaKorea Hostel Dongdaemun located?
Located in Jung-gu, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Dongdaemun Design Plaza and Dongdaemun History and Culture Park. Myeongdong Street and Namdaemun Market are also within 3 mi (5 km). Cheonggu Station is only a 2-minute walk and Yaksu Station is 7 minutes.
YaKorea Hostel Dongdaemun Reviews
Reviews
7.2
Good
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I recommend this place for affordability and location. Much cheaper than a hotel, and the double bed-room was comfortable. Some of the finishes were a little worn, but for a hostel, I can't complain. I recommend for solo travelers.
The only good thing about this hostel is the location as it is a street away from the metro station. Aside from that, this is the filthiest hostel I have ever stayed in. I place looks like a hoarders live in the “kitchen area.” The refrigerator hasn’t been cleaned in over a year, food is shoved into every nook, extension cords are a bliss and the floor hasn’t not been mopped since installed.
When can be found, the staff is not at all helpful at providing simple information that they should know.
The rooms are less than halfway decent in comfort but look as though the walls will soon crumble from lack of construction and patching.
There was a girl who, for two nights slept in the kitchen and did not move, as to be passed out from a night of hard drinking. Another girl who must be living there would dry her hair at the dining tables and brush her teeth in the kitchen sink rather than use the bathroom in her assigned room.
Fortunately I wasn’t expecting much and slept there only for three hours and used the place as a luggage storage and location to charge my phone. I do not recommend this place to anyone no mater the price.
The staff was excellent! They stayed an hour late for us to check in when we didn’t know what time check in ended. And the room was very clean and well decorated! We felt right at home. We will definitely be coming here again! (And will be there before check in ends! Sorry!)
Very friendly atmosphere. Nice kitchen with drinks available. I was originally booked into the larger mixed dorm but got upgraded to the 6-bed female dorm when I arrived, which was really good for me as a young solo female traveller. Really convenient, central location. Overall, a comfortable and easy stay!
It is a pretty cool hostel. I had a private room. It was the perfect size for one. Hostel is super close to subway exit. During my time there, there was 2 different front desk guys. They were both friendly, respectful, & helpful.
I usually stay here when I come to Seoul. This is third times of me. staffs are so kind generous and hospitality. It’s nice although come alone. My room is upgraded! It ‘s really nice. Room space is useful~ It’s reasonable price ^^