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Original Backpackers

Property class: 2

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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 room with a wooden desk, two black chairs, a window with frosted glass, and a brick wall.
A rooftop terrace with a sofa set, a table, and a chair.
A bunk bed room with a black wardrobe labeled 404E and 404F, a window with blinds, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

Reviews

9.8 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

  • 215 sq ft
  • 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

  • 161 sq ft
  • 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

  • 161 sq ft
  • 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

  • 140 sq ft
  • 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

  • 75 sq ft
  • 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

  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

Seoul

Located in Seoul (Jongno-gu), Original Backpackers is within a 5-minute drive of Dongdaemun History and Culture Park and Gwanghwamun. .This hostel is 2.1 mi (3.5 km) from Bukchon Hanok Village and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Myeongdong Street.
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What's nearby

  • Dongdaemun Seonggwak Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Cheonggyecheon - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Dongdaemun Market Mall - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Dongdaemun History and Culture Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Dongdaemun Design Plaza - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪동대문 양육관점 - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪동대문 설렁탕 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Everest Curry World - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪진고개 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Gao Quan - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Original Backpackers

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.

Make yourself at home in one of the 10 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and bidets.
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, a television in a common area, and tour/ticket assistance.
Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of Original Backpackers. A complimentary self-serve breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and coffee/tea in a common area.
A complimentary self-serve breakfast is served each morning between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Property amenities

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

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

Original Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 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

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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very kind, and the shower rooms and kitchen were clean, making it a very comfortable place to stay. I’d love to come back again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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

6/10 Okay

Liked: Amenities
アクセス: 東大門1号線からはとても近いです。4号線からはホテル最寄りの出口まで結構歩きます。 スタッフ: ホテルへ到着すると気が付いて荷物を持って階段を上がって下さいました。今回宿泊する数ヶ月前から予約しており、健康上の理由から下段のベッドをリクエストしておりました。 当日チェックインすると特に何もなく上段のベッドへ案内されました。リクエストのメールを伝えると電話でどなたかと相談後難しい旨を伝えられました。 あくまでリクエストなので必ずしも通ることがないことは理解していますが、理由を尋ねると下段ベッドのリクエストが多数あるから全てを了承することは難しいとの回答でした。 今回かなり前から予約していたため、他客も同じ理由でのリクエストに割り当て理由を何度尋ねても納得いく返答がいただけなかったこと、また数時間後に部屋のロックを行っていなかったのが私であると決めつけるような不信感の残るメッセージが一方的に届いたことがとても不快でした。 他のスタッフは朝挨拶をして下さったり、朝食の手伝いをして下さったりとても親切で気持ちがいい方々です。 清掃 前の方が使用した後のシャワールームの清掃をもう少し頻繁に行って欲しいです 部屋はとてもきれい、ルーフトップの飲食スペースも充実しています。 バスタオル、ティッシュを使おうと思った時に1枚も無いことがありました。 総合的にとても素敵な施設です また泊まりたいなと思います。 大変お世話になりました。
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025