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Original Backpackers

Property class: 2
Hostel near Dongdaemun History and Culture Park in Seoul

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A modern interior with a round table, chairs, and a city view through large windows.
A brick wall with a neon sign and a cityscape view through a window.
A door with an emergency evacuation diagram, a mirror, and a sign instructing to press the 'OPEN' button.
A compact kitchen with a bar area, a washing machine, and a refrigerator.
A single bed with a metal frame, white bedding, and a window with blinds.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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F3-4, 313-3 Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, 03105
  • Place, Cheonggyecheon
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Dongdaemun Market Mall
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Seoul (GMP-Gimpo Intl.)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for 6 Beds Mixed Dormitory Room

A bunk bed room with a black wardrobe labeled 404E and 404F, a window with blinds, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

6 Beds Mixed Dormitory Room

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Large Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for 4 Beds Mixed Dormitory Room

A corridor with bunk beds labeled 403A to 403D, each with a curtain and a small shelf.

4 Beds Mixed Dormitory Room

  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Large Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Standard Twin Beds Room

A single bed with a metal frame, white bedding, and a window with blinds.

Standard Twin Beds Room

  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

View all photos for Economy Twin Beds Room

A bunk bed room with a small table and a trash bin.

Economy Twin Beds Room

  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Single Room

A neatly made bed with a white pillow and a wooden headboard.

Single Room

  • 7 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

View all photos for Triple Room

A bunk bed room with a window, a door, and a wall-mounted light switch.

Triple Room

  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed

About the area

Seoul

Jongno-gu stay.A stay at this Jongno-gu hostel places you within half a mile (1 km) of Dongdaemun History and Culture Park and 3 miles (5 km) of Myeongdong Street. Bukchon Hanok Village and Gyeongbokgung Palace are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Dongdaemun Seonggwak Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Cheonggyecheon - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Dongdaemun Market Mall - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Dongdaemun History and Culture Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Dongdaemun Design Plaza - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Dongmyo Station - 6 min walk
  • Seoul Station - 16 min drive
  • Incheon Intl. Airport (ICN) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪동대문 설렁탕 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪동대문 양육관점 - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Everest Curry World - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪진고개 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Eternity - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Original Backpackers

Hostel near Dongdaemun History and Culture Park in Seoul
There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. Original Backpackers also features tour/ticket assistance, coffee/tea in a common area, and laundry facilities.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Seoul hostel.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Deli
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Lockers available
Original Backpackers offers 10 shared accommodations with washers/dryers and slippers. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves.

Bathrooms include showers, bidets, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). Additionally, rooms include shared/communal kitchens and blackout drapes/curtains. Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room washer/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Meal delivery service
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Spices
  • Toaster oven

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laundry detergent
  • Printer
  • Shared accommodations
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

American ExpressJCB InternationalMastercardVisa

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Original Backpackers Seoul
Original Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Original Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Seoul

Frequently asked questions

How close is Original Backpackers to the airport?

Original Backpackers is 16.1 mi (55-min drive) away from the Gimpo Intl. Airport (GMP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Original Backpackers have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Original Backpackers.

Does Original Backpackers offer free breakfast?

Original Backpackers offers free self-serve breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Original Backpackers?

No, there is no casino at this hostel, but Seven Luck Casino Millennium Seoul Hilton Branch (5-min drive) and Seven Luck Casino Seoul Gangnam Branch (10-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Original Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Original Backpackers?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does Original Backpackers have a pool?

Original Backpackers does not have a pool.

Does Original Backpackers have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Original Backpackers to downtown Seoul?

Original Backpackers is 1.9 mi away from Seoul.

Original Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jose Fonseca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed at Original Backpackers for two weeks. My stay was very pleasant. The rooms were maintained, cleaned, and generally nice for the time that I was there. The host was always interested in how we were doing in our stay and he actively provided tips and advice for making the most of my stay in Seoul. The free breakfast was very convenient for when you are in a hurry, when I was not in a hurry actually provided a good time to meet other guests while I was staying at the hostel. I met several people from different parts of the world staying at the hostel, which actually added to the experience. Overall, I'd stay here again when I visit Seoul in the future.
Stayed 13 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeonghun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a fantastic time at Original Backpackers Guesthouse! First of all, the accessibility is excellent. It’s conveniently located near major attractions, making it easy to get around. Public transportation is also easily accessible, so traveling was hassle-free. The cleanliness of the guesthouse was also impressive. Both the common areas and the rooms were well-maintained, and the hygiene standards were excellent, providing a comfortable and pleasant stay. Most importantly, the staff were incredibly friendly. From the moment I arrived, they gave me a warm welcome and provided helpful travel information. Their kindness and hospitality made my stay even more enjoyable. One of the highlights was the opportunity to engage in free-talking with travelers from different countries. The lounge area was a great place to meet new people, share travel experiences, and create meaningful connections. If you’re looking for a cozy place with a friendly atmosphere where you can meet fellow travelers, I highly recommend staying here. I would love to visit again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Evie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent amenities, amazing location, and the most friendly staff
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kenya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
客室やシャワー室などとてもきれいでアメニティも充実しており、お茶やコーヒー、カップラーメンまで無料でいつでも飲むことができました。 また、オーナーさんがとても親切で変換プラグも貸してくださり、大変コスパの良いホテルです。 また韓国に行く際は利用したいです。 エレベーターがないのでそこだけ注意してください。
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

HEEJAE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
사장님도 아주 친절하시고 침대도 아주 푹신하며 방도 깨끗하고요 여럿이서 자야 하는 도미토리 특성상 코골이만 견딜 수 있으면 가성비가 아주 좋습니다. 선약이 있어서 크리스마스 이브 파티에는 참여하지 못한 게 아쉬웠습니다. 주위 상점도 저렴하고 DDP와 명동도 가까워서 위치적으로도 아주 좋습니다. 추천드려요!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

HIKARU

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

HEEJAE

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025