The sights and sounds of Seoul are calling. You can taste the street food and feel the buzz already. So, where are you going to stay?
You don’t want to blow your budget on your hotel, but you do want comfort, convenience, and a great location. Luckily, we’ve done the hard work for you. We looked at all the hotels in Seoul ranking them on nightly cost for two adults, distance to City Hall (the centre of Seoul) by time on public transport, amenities, Skyscanner guest ratings and their star-ratings. These are the five best cheap hotels in Seoul for budget-friendly bookings.
1
Intercity Seoul Hotel
MODERN CITY CENTRE LUXE
4.4 review score
76-3, Magokjungang 6-ro, Gangseo-gu, Seoul, 07803, South Korea
At this 4-star hotel, two adults can stay for the night for as little as $88 in a modern studio room. The trip on public transport from the centre of the city is just under an hour at 56 minutes, and it has an average guest rating of 4.4 stars. Your closest subway station is Balsan (Line 5), a 1km walk away.
- 4 star rating
- Rooms from $88
- 56 mins from city centre
You’ll find 24 amenities to help you stay in comfort. Rooms are air-conditioned with a shower, TV, and Wi-Fi. There’s also parking too if you’re hiring a car in the city, as well as a restaurant and free water.
Intercity Seoul Hotel
2
Staz Hotel Doksan
4-STAR COMFORT
4.3 review score
315 Siheung-daero, Geumcheon-gu, Seoul, 08608, South Korea
A night for two at the Staz Hotel, Doksan will set you back $96 for two people. You’ll be staying in 4-star comfort around 75 minutes from the centre of the city on public transport. It’s 6.4 km from Yeongdeungpo Station, 13 km from The National Museum of Korea, and 13 km from Hongik University.
- 4 star rating
- Rooms from $96
- 75 mins from city centre
With an average rating of 4.3 from 131 guests, you know you’ll be well looked after. There are plenty of different amenities, including a restaurant, bar, café, fitness centre, and 24-hour concierge. All rooms have Wi-Fi and air-conditioning, and there’s an airport shuttle too.
Staz Hotel Doksan
3
Naru Hostel
COLOURFUL BUDGET ACCOMMODATION
3.5 review score
Mapo-gu, Seoul 31, Mapo-daero 12-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul, 04211, South Korea
This colourful, bright, and breezy hostel is great value for money. With rooms available for just $38 it’s perfect for budget travellers. It’s a 10-minute taxi ride from Myeong-dong and Namdaemun Market. Plus, you’ll find international shopping and plenty of dining options close by at Itaewon. You’re also just 18 minutes from the centre of the city on public transport.
With a guest rating of 3.5 stars, it’s been home to many happy travellers in Seoul.
- 4 star rating
- Rooms from $38
- 18 mins from city centre
Naru Hostel
4
Khan Residence
COMFORTABLE SELF-CATERING
4.3 review score
10 Teheran-ro 88-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, 06179, South Korea
This self-catering apartment has a great location, just five minutes on foot from Samsing Subway Station. It’s just 7.0 km from the National Museum of Korea and 9.3 km from Jongmyo Shrine. And it’s 56 minutes from the centre of the city by public transport. A room for two will set you back $89 a night.#
You’ll find lots of amenities for a comfortable stay, including a kitchen and microwave, Wi-Fi, laundry, air-conditioning, a shower, and 24-hour concierge. Plus, it has a 4.3 rating too.
- 4 star rating
- Rooms from $89
- 56 mins from city centre
Khan Residence
5
Dong Seoul Hotel
PERFECT FOR FAMILIES
3.5 review score
Guui-dong, 595, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul, 143-200, South Korea
Set in a prime location, just 1.3km from Konkuk University, Dong Seoul Hotel has the best of the city on its doorstep. If you’re travelling with kids, the KidZania Seoul Theme Park is 2.8km away and Seoul Children’s Grand Park is 35 minutes on foot.
For $99 a night for two people you’ll have all the comforts you need with the range of amenities on offer, including free Wi-Fi, air-conditioned rooms, whirlpool baths, plasma/LCD TVs, 24-hour desk, and express check-in/check out.
- 4 star rating
- Rooms from $99
- 56 mins from city centre
Dong Seoul Hotel
Looking for a cheap hotel in Myeong-dong?
Of course, you are. Myeong-dong always brings the buzz. Expect bright lights, plenty of crowds, and the hum of activity day and night. Step out of your hotel and sample street food delights down Street Food Alley. Get your shopping fix at western and Korean stores, as well as your K-Beauty essentials. Namdaemun Market is one not to miss too.
So, where will you rest your head? These are some of the top cheap hotels in Myeong-dong, all ideal for your break in Seoul.
Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeong-dong
Just a five-minute walk from City Hall Subway Station, you can’t get more central than this. Plus, it’s a 300m walk to Namdaemun Market. You’ll also find a fitness centre and a restaurant in this 4-star hotel.
Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir
Hotel Venue-G Seoul
A 10-minute walk from Myeong-dong puts you in the heart of the action. And you’re just five minutes from the local bars and restaurants on Jonggak Youth Street. Expect air-conditioned rooms, loads of amenities, and a 24-hour front desk. The rooms are immaculate too.
Hotel Venue-G Seoul
New Seoul Hotel Myeong-dong
A stay here puts you within a 10-minute walk of Deoksugung Palace and a 20-minute walk from Insa-dong. You’ll find air-conditioned rooms, two restaurants and rooms with baths.
New Seoul Hotel
The Stay Classic Hotel Myeong-dong
Just 1km from Myeong-dong Station and 300m from Namdaemun Market, it’s a 4-star hotel in the ideal location to experience the best of the area. There’s a fitness centre and some rooms even have a terrace overlooking the city.
The Stay Classic Hotel
Now you know where you’ll be staying, check out the best street food in Seoul, where to get your K-Beauty fix and how to get around.
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