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Original Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hostel within walking distance of Dongdaemun Market Mall

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Fridge, microwave, oven, toaster oven
Fridge, microwave, oven, toaster oven
When you stay at Original Backpackers, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Dongdaemun Market Mall and Dongdaemun History and Culture Park. Free perks include WiFi and self-serve breakfast daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Also, Myeongdong Street and Korea University are just a 5-minute drive away. Public transportation is just a short walk: Dongmyo Station is 6 minutes and Dongdaemun Station is 10 minutes.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free breakfast
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • TV in a common area
  • Lockers available

Feel at home (6)

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Washer/dryer
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Free toiletries

Room options

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6 Beds Mixed Dormitory Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

6 Beds Mixed Dormitory Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Washer/dryer
Blackout drapes/curtains
Heating
Hair dryer
3 bathrooms
Microwave
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Large Twin Bunk Beds

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4 Beds Mixed Dormitory Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

4 Beds Mixed Dormitory Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Washer/dryer
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
3 bathrooms
Microwave
Freezer
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Large Twin Bunk Beds

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Standard Twin Beds Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Twin Beds Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Washer/dryer
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
Microwave
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Economy Twin Beds Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Economy Twin Beds Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Washer/dryer
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
Microwave
Freezer
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed

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Single Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Washer/dryer
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
Microwave
Freezer
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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Triple Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Washer/dryer
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
Microwave
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
F3-4, 313-3 Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, 03105

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 Design Plaza - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Dongdaemun History and Culture Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Gimpo Intl. Airport (GMP) - 55 min drive
  • Incheon Intl. Airport (ICN) - 74 min drive
  • Seoul Station - 16 min drive
  • Haengsin Station - 20 min drive
  • Anyang Station - 26 min drive
  • Dongmyo Station - 6 min walk
  • Dongdaemun Station - 10 min walk
  • Sinseol-dong Station - 14 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪원보양꼬치 - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪에베레스트 (Everest) - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪어다우커피 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪동대문 설렁탕 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Everest Curry World - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Original Backpackers

When you stay at Original Backpackers, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Dongdaemun Market Mall and Dongdaemun History and Culture Park. Free perks include WiFi and self-serve breakfast daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Also, Myeongdong Street and Korea University are just a 5-minute drive away. Public transportation is just a short walk: Dongmyo Station is 6 minutes and Dongdaemun Station is 10 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 10 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 11:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
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Parking

    • No onsite parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Television in common areas
  • Lockers available

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Washer and dryer
  • Laundry detergent

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
  • Printer
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Meal delivery service
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Oven
  • Toaster oven
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils
  • Spices
  • Paper towels

More

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Shared accommodations
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide
  • Cleaning supplies

Fees & policies

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, Union Pay

Also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Original Backpackers?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Original Backpackers?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Original Backpackers.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Original Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Is there an onsite casino at Original Backpackers?

No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Seven Luck Casino Millennium Seoul Hilton Branch (5-min drive) and Seven Luck Casino Seoul Gangnam Branch (10-min drive) are both nearby.

What's the area around Original Backpackers like?

Original Backpackers is a short 6-minute walk from Dongmyo Station and 9 minutes' walk from Dongdaemun Market Mall.

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