Original Backpackers | Hostel in Seoul

9.7 (398 Reviews) |   17 Bedrooms  6 Bathrooms  10 Guests
Sungin-dong Hostel | Original Backpackers

17 Bedroom Hostel in Sungin-dong, Seoul

Located in Seoul and with Dongdaemun Market reachable within a 8-minute walk, Original Backpackers provides express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace. The property is around a 16-minute walk from Gwangjang Market, 0.9 miles from Bangsan Market and 1.3 miles from Jongmyo Shrine. The property has a shared kitchen and luggage storage space for guests. Guest rooms has air conditioning, a fridge, an oven, a coffee machine, a bidet, a hairdryer and a desk. Rooms come complete with a shared bathroom equipped with a shower and slippers, while certain rooms at the hostel also offer a seating area. The rooms include a closet. Breakfast is available, and includes continental, American and Asian options. Changgyeonggung Palace is 1.4 miles from Original Backpackers, while Changdeokgung Palace is 1.4 miles away. Gimpo International Airport is 13 miles from the property.

Original Backpackers is located in Seoul.

This 17 Bedrooms Hostel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Entertainment, Kitchen, TV, and several others. This is a good star rated property and has over 398 reviews with the average score of 9.7 . Coming to Seoul and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hostel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Designated Smoking Area
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Movie nights
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
General
  • Breakfast
Guest Services
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Baggage storage
  • Laundry
  • Lockers
  • Express check-in/out
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Invoice provided
Internet
  • Free Wifi
  • Internet
  • Wifi
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
Security/Safety
  • Smoke alarms
  • CCTV outside property
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Face masks for guests available
  • First aid kits available
  • Contactless check-in/out
  • Cashless payment available
Spa
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Non refundable
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties, please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Reviews

Value for money:
9.9
Location:
9.85
Staff:
9.85
Facilities:
9.9
Comfort:
9.8
Cleanliness:
10
Lucas
Nov 22, 2025 08:00:00 AM
Review Score:   10
Brazil
Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Excellent place to stay in Seoul! Convenient location near the station.
Summary: Excellent!
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Single Room with Shared Bathroom
Room Type: Single
Room Size: 7 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
Single Room with Shared Bathroom

Bathroom

Shared bathroom, Hairdryer, Slippers, Free toiletries, Shampoo, Toilet paper, Towels, Shower, Bidet, Body soap, Toothbrush, Toilet

General

Iron, Suit press, Fire extinguisher, Reading light, Carbon monoxide detector, Air conditioning, Smoke Alarm, Heating, Private entrance, Earplugs, Trash cans

Kitchen

Dryer, Microwave, Wine glasses, Toaster, Kitchenette, Refrigerator, Dining table, Coffee machine, Washing machine, Oven, Kitchenware

Living Area

Desk, Sofa, Dining area, Sitting area

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Outdoors

Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture, Terrace

Room Amenities

Clothes rack, Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow, Adapter

Food & Drink

Fruit, Bottle of water

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 15 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom

Bathroom

Shared bathroom, Hairdryer, Slippers, Shampoo, Toilet paper, Towels, Shower, Bidet, Body soap, Toothbrush, Toilet

General

Iron, Suit press, Fire extinguisher, Privacy curtain, Reading light, Carbon monoxide detector, Air conditioning, Lockers, Smoke Alarm, Heating, Private entrance, Earplugs, Trash cans

Kitchen

Dryer, Microwave, Wine glasses, Toaster, Kitchenette, Refrigerator, Dining table, Coffee machine, Washing machine, Oven, Kitchenware

Living Area

Desk, Sofa, Dining area, Sitting area

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Outdoors

Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture, Terrace

Room Amenities

Clothes rack, Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow, Adapter

Food & Drink

Fruit, Bottle of water

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 20 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom

Bathroom

Shared bathroom, Hairdryer, Slippers, Shampoo, Toilet paper, Towels, Shower, Bidet, Body soap, Toothbrush, Toilet

General

Iron, Suit press, Fire extinguisher, Privacy curtain, Reading light, Carbon monoxide detector, Air conditioning, Lockers, Smoke Alarm, Heating, Private entrance, Earplugs, Trash cans

Kitchen

Dryer, Microwave, Wine glasses, Toaster, Kitchenette, Refrigerator, Dining table, Coffee machine, Washing machine, Oven, Kitchenware

Living Area

Desk, Sofa, Dining area, Sitting area

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Outdoors

Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture, Terrace

Room Amenities

Clothes rack, Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow, Adapter

Food & Drink

Fruit, Bottle of water

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Economy Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 13 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Economy Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

Bathroom

Shared bathroom, Hairdryer, Slippers, Shampoo, Toilet paper, Towels, Shower, Bidet, Body soap, Toothbrush, Toilet

General

Iron, Suit press, Fire extinguisher, Reading light, Carbon monoxide detector, Air conditioning, Smoke Alarm, Heating, Private entrance, Earplugs, Trash cans

Kitchen

Dryer, Microwave, Wine glasses, Toaster, Kitchenette, Refrigerator, Dining table, Coffee machine, Washing machine, Oven, Kitchenware

Living Area

Desk, Sofa, Dining area, Sitting area

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Outdoors

Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture, Terrace

Room Amenities

Clothes rack, Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow, Adapter

Food & Drink

Fruit, Bottle of water

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Triple Room with Shared Bathroom
Room Type: Triple
Room Size: 15 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Bunk bed Bed
Triple Room with Shared Bathroom

Bathroom

Shared bathroom, Hairdryer, Slippers, Shampoo, Toilet paper, Towels, Shower, Bidet, Body soap, Toothbrush, Toilet

Media & Technology

Streaming service (like Netflix), TV

General

Iron, Suit press, Fire extinguisher, Reading light, Carbon monoxide detector, Air conditioning, Smoke Alarm, Heating, Private entrance, Earplugs, Trash cans

Kitchen

Dryer, Microwave, Wine glasses, Toaster, Kitchenette, Refrigerator, Dining table, Coffee machine, Washing machine, Oven, Kitchenware

Living Area

Desk, Sofa, Dining area, Sitting area

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Outdoors

Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture, Terrace

Room Amenities

Clothes rack, Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow, Adapter

Food & Drink

Fruit, Bottle of water

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Standard Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 15 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
Standard Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

Bathroom

Shared bathroom, Hairdryer, Slippers, Shampoo, Toilet paper, Towels, Shower, Bidet, Body soap, Toothbrush, Toilet

Media & Technology

Streaming service (like Netflix), TV

General

Iron, Suit press, Fire extinguisher, Reading light, Carbon monoxide detector, Air conditioning, Smoke Alarm, Heating, Private entrance, Earplugs, Trash cans

Kitchen

Dryer, Microwave, Wine glasses, Toaster, Kitchenette, Refrigerator, Dining table, Coffee machine, Washing machine, Oven, Kitchenware

Living Area

Desk, Sofa, Dining area, Sitting area

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Outdoors

Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture, Terrace

Room Amenities

Clothes rack, Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow, Adapter

Food & Drink

Fruit, Bottle of water

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
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