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25 Sep - 27 Sep
In two weeks
2 Oct - 4 Oct
In one month
16 Oct - 18 Oct
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13 Nov - 15 Nov

Our top choices for Gwangju hostels

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1. Beewon Guest House - Hostel

Beewon Guest House - Hostel
1.0 star property
Jongno-gu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (123 reviews)
"A cute and cozy place in a great area. The guesthouse was very responsive when we needed some help. A+++"
United States
Dennis
The price is ฿1,097
฿1,910 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Beewon Guest House - Hostel
Dining

2. STAY BUT SEONGSU

STAY BUT SEONGSU
2.0 star property
Seongsu-dong
The price is ฿3,574
฿3,931 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
STAY BUT SEONGSU
Exterior

3. Gangnam Seven Hostel

Gangnam Seven Hostel
2.0 star property
Seocho-gu
7.8 out of 10, Good, (45 reviews)
"Good place,good location"
South Korea
Bora
The price is ฿828
฿911 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Gangnam Seven Hostel
Interior entrance

4. Hwaseong Guest House - Hostel

Hwaseong Guest House - Hostel
2.0 star property
Paldal-gu
7.6 out of 10, Good, (54 reviews)
"The atmosphere is great, and the host is humble and kind. I would love to stay there again!"
Japan
Yusuke
The price is ฿876
฿964 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Hwaseong Guest House - Hostel
View from property

5. SEOUL FOREST STAY - Hostel

SEOUL FOREST STAY - Hostel
2.0 star property
Seongsu-dong
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (52 reviews)
"Even though most rooms are shared, it is very private. When I used the bathroom or kitchen there were rarely people, so it was really relaxed. Richard is also very friendly and always ready to help! If I ever come back to Seoul I would stay here again :)"
Germany
Tabea
The price is ฿1,434
฿1,577 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
SEOUL FOREST STAY - Hostel
Breakfast area

6. RedRoof

RedRoof
2.0 star property
Jongno-gu
The price is ฿1,092
฿1,201 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
RedRoof
Free daily continental breakfast

7. H HOSTEL Itaewon

H HOSTEL Itaewon
2.0 star property
Yongsan-gu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (34 reviews)
"Staffs are so nice. And Lobby is so warm and cute. Rooms are some kind of simple but clean."
Japan
I MIAO
The price is ฿1,621
฿1,783 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
H HOSTEL Itaewon
Front of property

8. Upflo Hostel

Upflo Hostel
2.0 star property
Seocho-gu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (153 reviews)
"Good for solo travellers who are staying in Seoul only 1-2 nighta. Room was clean and neat and it is very near some cafes and the station but not noisy at all. Fuss free check-in/check-out, but note that there are no staff manning the place."
United States
shu bin
The price is ฿2,515
฿3,252 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Upflo Hostel
Interior detail

9. YaKorea Hostel Gangnam

YaKorea Hostel Gangnam
2.0 star property
Gangnam-gu
7.6 out of 10, Good, (88 reviews)
"It was great having the possibility to use a kitchen and get laundry washed."
Germany
Andrea
The price is ฿1,101
฿1,211 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
YaKorea Hostel Gangnam
Exterior

10. V Stay

V Stay
2.0 star property
Myeong-dong
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
The price is ฿1,941
฿2,135 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
V Stay
Family Double or Twin Room | Dining

11. LaSeoul Stay Jongno

LaSeoul Stay Jongno
1.0 star property
Jongno-gu
The price is ฿4,368
฿5,605 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
LaSeoul Stay Jongno
Reception

12. Seoul Cube Itaewon - Hostel

Seoul Cube Itaewon - Hostel
2.0 star property
Yongsan-gu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (18 reviews)
"Good location and friendly staff. Slightly small rooms and thin walls."
Sweden
Anonymous traveller
The price is ฿2,382
฿2,621 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Seoul Cube Itaewon - Hostel
Exterior

13. Loft13 Hostel

Loft13 Hostel
2.0 star property
Hongdae
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (9 reviews)
"I had a great stay at Loft13 Hostel! It was an excellent value for the price. The hostel was very clean, and everything was well maintained. The highlight of my stay was definitely the staff—they were incredibly friendly, welcoming, and always happy to help with anything I needed. I also really appreciated having access to the washer and dryer, which was so convenient during my trip. As a bonus, the city views from the windows were beautiful, especially at night. I would definitely stay here...
United States
Jasmin
The price is ฿1,541
฿1,695 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Loft13 Hostel
Exterior detail

14. G Guesthouse Itaewon In Seoul - Hostel

G Guesthouse Itaewon In Seoul - Hostel
2.0 star property
Yongsan-gu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (119 reviews)
"Great place for backpackers and people exploring Seoul."
United Kingdom
Ivan
The price is ฿2,865
฿3,151 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
G Guesthouse Itaewon In Seoul - Hostel
Twin Room | Desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing, free WiFi

15. Hause Itaewon - Hostel

Hause Itaewon - Hostel
2.0 star property
Yongsan-gu
6.8 out of 10, (57 reviews)
"Definitely a great location, clean facilities. Good value for the price."
United States
Lane
The price is ฿1,037
฿1,140 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Hause Itaewon - Hostel
Family Quadruple Room, Balcony, City View | Property grounds

16. elim hostel

elim hostel
2.0 star property
Jung-gu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (6 reviews)
"Mostly everything was good, just the smell of a garbage can on the 4th floor was bad. I guess somebody of guest couldn't separate trash well."
Japan
Eri
The price is ฿1,766
฿1,943 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
elim hostel
Triple Room | Free WiFi

17. Chris Hostel

Chris Hostel
1.0 star property
Seongdong-gu
4.8 out of 10, (3 reviews)
"汚すぎる。"
Japan
KENTA
The price is ฿813
฿894 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Chris Hostel
Family Quadruple Room

18. Seoul101 Jongno

Seoul101 Jongno
1.0 star property
Jongno-gu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (9 reviews)
"施設自体はそれなりに綺麗です。 トイレとシャワーが完全にセットで、シャワーを浴びるとトイレットペーパーはびしょ濡れになります。 ポットがありません。 セルフチェックインはかなり簡単でした。"
Japan
yuhi
The price is ฿1,772
฿1,949 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Seoul101 Jongno
Porch

19. Korstay Sookmyung Woman's Univ - Campus Accommodation

Korstay Sookmyung Woman's Univ - Campus Accommodation
2.0 star property
Yongsan-gu
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (115 reviews)
"Location is very strategic snd near to all places i needed to go. Accommodation rate is very affordable and more than commensurate … thank you to Tella, for her hospitality."
Philippines
Liza
The price is ฿983
฿1,189 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Korstay Sookmyung Woman's Univ - Campus Accommodation
Spa

20. Haro Stay Sinsa

Haro Stay Sinsa
1.0 star property
Gangnam-gu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (7 reviews)
"新沙駅のすぐそばなので立地は最高です。 しかーし、とんでもない坂道の上にホテルがあるため重いキャリーを持って上がるのは大変です。 テレビがネットしかダメなので韓国の地上波テレビが観れなかったのが残念でした。"
Japan
TSUDA
The price is ฿4,382
฿4,820 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Haro Stay Sinsa
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Top Gwangju Hotel Reviews

Hotel Gracery Seoul

Hotel Gracery Seoul

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent convenient location and spacious rooms. Staff were helpful."
Andrew 2-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
Hotel Gracery Seoul

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Gwangju Hostels information

Number of reviews
558
Accommodation
215 Hostels
Lowest Price
฿894
Highest Price
฿5,605

Frequently asked questions

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, COEX Convention and Exhibition Center 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 Charlotte Theater.
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.