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Original Backpackers

2.0 star property

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Terrace/patio
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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F3-4, 313-3 Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, 03105
  • Dongdaemun Design Plaza
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Gwangjang Market
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Myeongdong Street
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Seoul (GMP-Gimpo Intl.)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Room options

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6 Beds Mixed Dormitory Room

6 Beds Mixed Dormitory Room

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

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Economy Twin Beds Room

Economy Twin Beds Room

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

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Single Room

Single Room

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

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4 Beds Mixed Dormitory Room

4 Beds Mixed Dormitory Room

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

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Triple Room

Triple Room

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

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Standard Twin Beds Room

Standard Twin Beds Room

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

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About the area

Seoul

With a stay at Original Backpackers in Seoul (Jongno-gu), you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Dongdaemun Design Plaza and Naksan Park. .This hostel is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Gwangjang Market and 2.1 mi (3.5 km) from Bukchon Hanok Village.
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What's nearby

  • Dongdaemun Design Plaza - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Gwangjang Market - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Bukchon Hanok Village - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Myeongdong Street - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Gyeongbokgung Palace - 5 min drive - 4.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪동대문설렁탕 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Everest Curry World - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪진고개 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪에베레스트 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪PARIS BAGUETTE - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Original Backpackers

Hostel with free breakfast, near Dongdaemun Design Plaza
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, 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 hair dryers.
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.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Korean

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 transport

  • No on-site 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

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 lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • 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 accommodation
  • 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 7:30 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

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

Original Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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