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Step Inn Myeongdong 2 - Hostel
City view from property

Step Inn Myeongdong 2 - Hostel

2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (157)
"Convenient "
Step Inn Myeongdong 2 - Hostel
Gangnam Seven Hostel
1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, free WiFi

Gangnam Seven Hostel

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (31)
"Amazing location and staff "
Gangnam Seven Hostel
W mini hotel - Hostel
Premium Studio Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, City View | Terrace/patio

W mini hotel - Hostel

2.0 star property
6.6 out of 10, (20)
"quiet area ,no noises but rooms are very small as name of hotel ,you can save the cost of travel expense "
The price is ฿1,226
฿1,483 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
W mini hotel - Hostel
OYO Hostel Myeongdong 6
Lobby

OYO Hostel Myeongdong 6

2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (23)
"Absolutely loved it here! Very affordable, clean and quiet! The best part is the location! "
The price is ฿2,051
฿2,256 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
OYO Hostel Myeongdong 6
Beewon Guest House - Hostel
Lobby

Beewon Guest House - Hostel

1.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (114)
"This was a great place to stay. It was very accessible to everything, close to public transport and the airport limousine. The room had everything we needed and the staff were quick to respond to questions and requests"
The price is ฿1,095
฿1,894 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Beewon Guest House - Hostel
Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel
Exterior

Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel

2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (87)
"Excellent location, very affordable, and easy to use. No complaints!"
The price is ฿1,796
฿1,975 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel
K-Grand Hostel Gangnam 1
Lobby

K-Grand Hostel Gangnam 1

2.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (245)
"Easy access to shoping area. Convenient location."
The price is ฿1,702
฿1,872 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
K-Grand Hostel Gangnam 1
Stay SAI
Lobby lounge

Stay SAI

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (4)
"It provided ramen, coffee &tea throughout the day in the lounge. It was maintained neatly. It's three story building without an elevator, where I stayed on the third floor taking up bags in the very narrow & steep hallway and steps. The entrance was rocky. On the checkout day, the staff helped carrying the luggage downstairs. It has 3 washers /dryers with laundry detergent."
The price is ฿1,250
฿1,375 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Stay SAI
THAT House - Hostel
Birthday party area

THAT House - Hostel

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (32)
"I had a nice time."
The price is ฿945
฿1,275 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
THAT House - Hostel
Eight Rest Hostel Jong-no
Terrace/patio

Eight Rest Hostel Jong-no

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2)
The price is ฿2,576
฿2,834 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
Eight Rest Hostel Jong-no
Seoul Cube Itaewon - Hostel
Reception

Seoul Cube Itaewon - Hostel

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (12)
"The space was very clean and comfortable. The person at the desk kindly went over everything to make sure I understood how to use the locker and enter the spaces. I would stay here again! :)"
Seoul Cube Itaewon - Hostel
Philstay Myeongdong Station - Hostel
Reception

Philstay Myeongdong Station - Hostel

2.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (235)
"Excellent location. Friendly staff. Affordable price. "
The price is ฿3,845
฿4,230 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Philstay Myeongdong Station - Hostel
Birdsnest Hostel Hongdae
Property grounds

Birdsnest Hostel Hongdae

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (80)
"Very cozy. Nice and friendly staff. Very conveniently located near food and fun places. Would definitely recommend."
The price is ฿1,058
฿1,163 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Birdsnest Hostel Hongdae
Lux Guesthouse - Hostel
Shared Dormitory, Women only (6 people) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Lux Guesthouse - Hostel

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (61)
"This is not a guesthouse,also not lux as it's named.it's an apartment, in each room there are bunk beds with 2 bathrooms.But everywhere is so dirty that you are even hesitating to touch.i don't know how there is no cleaning done at all,place needs serious maintenance and cleaning.only positive thing is location,a place to sleep and shower.if you can pay more,go somewhere else"
The price is ฿14,612
฿16,074 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Lux Guesthouse - Hostel
OPPA Hostel Sinchon-Hongdae
Exterior

OPPA Hostel Sinchon-Hongdae

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (413)
"I had a great stay, the host was very welcoming and the location was great! Would definitely recommend!"
OPPA Hostel Sinchon-Hongdae
Upflo Hostel
Front of property

Upflo Hostel

2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (123)
"좋은 위치에 깔끔한 숙소라 잘 이용하였습니다. 여러부대시설이 있어 더 이용하기 좋았던거 같고, 청결상태도 좋아서 만족스러웠습니다. 다음에 또 이용 하도록 하겠습니다. 감사합니다"
The price is ฿2,000
฿2,200 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Upflo Hostel
SEOUL FOREST STAY - Hostel
View from property

SEOUL FOREST STAY - Hostel

2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (45)
"Room/overall place was clean when I arrived and the location of the place was very convenient! There are lots of food/cafe establishments just a short walk away, and the nearby stations make it very easy to get around. There is no elevator, but that wasn’t an issue for me! "
The price is ฿1,389
฿1,528 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
SEOUL FOREST STAY - Hostel
OYO Hostel Dongdaemun 1
Lounge

OYO Hostel Dongdaemun 1

2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (67)
"The rooms were very nice and clean"
The price is ฿1,367
฿1,504 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
OYO Hostel Dongdaemun 1
OYO Hostel Myeongdong 5
Family Studio Suite | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

OYO Hostel Myeongdong 5

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (59)
"Loved my stay here!"
The price is ฿1,965
฿2,162 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
OYO Hostel Myeongdong 5
Hostel Korea Original
Fridge, microwave

Hostel Korea Original

1.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (328)
"Stayed in small room in property that includes TV & twin bed. Good for solo traveler. Bathrooms have toilets & showers in same room. Good location about 5 minute walk from subway & airport bus. "
The price is ฿744
฿819 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Hostel Korea Original
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Top Gwangju Hotel Reviews

Lotte Hotel World

Lotte Hotel World

10/10 Excellent
"Next to the seoul sky tower"
Bin 2-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Lotte Hotel World

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Gwangju?
You may like the room rates at this top lodging option in the area, which gets positive reviews from our guests: LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong - 20.6 mi (33.1 km) from the heart of Gwangju. 2-minute walk from Chungmuro Station for easy access to public transport. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities and a lift at this hotel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Gwangju?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you're experiencing new places, so here's a little information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 23°C, while the coldest months are January and December, with an average of 1°C. The rainiest months in Gwangju are July, August, September and June, with each month seeing an average of 250 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Gwangju?
Generally, Gwangju is known for its skiing, monuments and museums. Major attractions include Lotte World Tower, Lotte World and Starfield COEX Mall. Get out into nature with places such as Namhansanseong Provincial Park, Yulbom Botanical Garden and Yongin Recreational Forest. Cultural attractions include Youngeun Museum of Contemporary Art, Gyeonggi Ceramic Museum and Lotte Concert Hall.
What's the best way to get to and around Gwangju while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Gwangju on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is Seoul (GMP-Gimpo Intl.), 29.4 mi (47.3 km) away from the city centre. Another option is Wonju (WJU), which is 36.6 mi (58.9 km) away.