곰과 고릴라
Bear and gorilla, Jong-ro 54-gil, Changsin 1(il)-dong, Seoul, 03120, South Korea- Statue
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Original Backpackers
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About this hotel
Experience the vibrant energy of Seoul at Original Backpackers, your ideal budget-friendly retreat in the heart of the city.
Convenient Amenities
Stay connected with complimentary wireless internet access and unwind in our cozy common area equipped with a television. Enjoy hassle-free travel with our tour/ticket assistance, making your explorations seamless.
Comfortable Accommodations
Choose from our 10 well-equipped guestrooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Our communal kitchen allows you to prepare your favorite meals, promoting a home-like atmosphere during your stay.
Delicious Breakfast & Snacks
Start your day right with our complimentary self-serve breakfast served daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM, and satisfy your cravings at our snack bar/deli, perfect for when hunger strikes.
Don't miss out on the opportunity to immerse yourself in Seoul's culture—book your stay at Original Backpackers today!
Nearby Attractions
흥인지문공원
Heunginjimun Park, Jongno 5·6(oryuk)-ga-dong, Seoul, Jongno-gu, South Korea- Park
이화여자대학교 동대문병원(1887~2008)
이화여자대학교 동대문병원(1887~2008), Naksanseonggwak-gil, Jongno 5·6(oryuk)-ga-dong, Seoul, 03101, South Korea- Memorial
전차 차고 터
Site of Former Streetcar Depot, Yulgok-ro, Jongno 5·6(oryuk)-ga-dong, Seoul, 03198, South Korea- Monument
성줄어린이공원
Seongjul Children's Park, Changsin 2(i)-dong, Seoul, Jongno-gu, South Korea- Park
종로꽃시장
종로꽃시장, Jong-ro, Jongno 5·6(oryuk)-ga-dong, Seoul, 03124, South Korea- Memorial
한양도성·Fortress Wall of Seoul
Fortress Wall of Seoul, Majang-ro, Sindang-dong, Seoul, 04566, South Korea- Attraction
Dongdaemun Market
Dongdaemun Market, Jangchungdan-ro, Gwanghui-dong, Seoul, 04563, South Korea- Attraction
동묘
Dongmyo Shrine, Sungin 2(i)-dong, Seoul, Jongno-gu, South Korea- Park
- Sight
전태일동상
Jeon Tae il bronze statue, 버들다리(전태일다리), Gwanghui-dong, Seoul, 03197, South Korea- Memorial
피노키오
Pinocchio, Cheonggyecheon-ro, Gwanghui-dong, Seoul, 03197, South Korea- Statue
피노키오
Pinocchio, Cheonggyecheon-ro, Gwanghui-dong, Seoul, 03197, South Korea- Statue
Pipes
Pipes, Eulji-ro 45-gil, Gwanghui-dong, Seoul, 04566, South Korea- Attraction
동대문역사문화공원
Dongdaemun History & Culture Park, 281, Gwanghui-dong, Seoul, 04566, South Korea- Park
한양도성
Seoul City Wall, Eulji-ro 45-gil, Gwanghui-dong, Seoul, 04566, South Korea- Attraction
Important Information
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, a television in a common area, and tour/ticket assistance.
A deposit may be required at the property.
Stay Details
Check-in from
03:00 PM
Check-out by
11:00 AM
Children
Not allowed
Pets
Not allowed
Amenities
Television in common areas
Free breakfast
Front desk (limited hours)
Tours/ticket assistance
Snack bar/deli
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator
Water dispenser
Housekeeping on request
Coin laundry on site
Change of towels (on request)
Change of bed sheets (on request)
Free WiFi
Luggage storage
Designated smoking area
Wheelchair accessible
Room Types
Triple Room
Up to 3 guests15 m2Twin bed (90-99 cm wide), Bunk bed (90-99 cm wide)
1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed
161 sq feet
Internet - Free WiFi 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
Food & Drink - Refrigerator, microwave, shared/communal kitchen access, and toaster oven
Sleep - Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathroom - 2 bathrooms, shower, slippers, and free toiletries
Practical - Washer/dryer, iron/ironing board (on request), and local maps
Comfort - Fresh bed sheets (on request), fresh towels (on request), and climate-controlled air conditioning
Need to Know - Housekeeping on request, shared accommodations, no cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking
Sleeps
Up to 3 guests
3 adults
Beds
Twin bed (90-99 cm wide), Bunk bed (90-99 cm wide)
Room details
15 m2
In-room amenities
ShowerTVHair dryerMini-fridgeRefrigeratorMicrowaveSlippersOvenToilet paperShampooBlackout drapes/curtainsFree WiFiShared accommodationNo rollaway/extra bedsNo cribs (infant beds)Shared/communal kitchen access
Single Room
Up to 1 guests7 m2Twin bed (90-99 cm wide)
1 Large Twin Bed
75 sq feet
Internet - Free WiFi 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
Food & Drink - Refrigerator, microwave, shared/communal kitchen access, and toaster oven
Sleep - Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathroom - 2 bathrooms, shower, slippers, and free toiletries
Practical - Washer/dryer, iron/ironing board (on request), and local maps
Comfort - Fresh bed sheets (on request), fresh towels (on request), and climate-controlled air conditioning
Need to Know - Housekeeping on request, shared accommodations, no cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking
Sleeps
Up to 1 guests
1 adults
Beds
Twin bed (90-99 cm wide)
Room details
7 m2
In-room amenities
ShowerHair dryerMini-fridgeRefrigeratorMicrowaveSlippersOvenToilet paperShampooBlackout drapes/curtainsFree WiFiShared accommodationNo rollaway/extra bedsNo cribs (infant beds)Shared/communal kitchen accessSpices
Economy Twin Beds Room
Up to 2 guests13 m2Bunk bed (90-99 cm wide)
1 Large Twin Bunk Bed
140 sq feet
Internet - Free WiFi 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
Food & Drink - Refrigerator, microwave, shared/communal kitchen access, and toaster oven
Sleep - Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathroom - 2 bathrooms, shower, slippers, and free toiletries
Practical - Washer/dryer, iron/ironing board (on request), and local maps
Comfort - Fresh bed sheets (on request), fresh towels (on request), and climate-controlled air conditioning
Need to Know - Housekeeping on request, shared accommodations, no cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Bunk bed (90-99 cm wide)
Room details
13 m2
In-room amenities
ShowerHair dryerMini-fridgeRefrigeratorMicrowaveSlippersOvenToilet paperShampooBlackout drapes/curtainsFree WiFiShared accommodationNo rollaway/extra bedsNo cribs (infant beds)Shared/communal kitchen accessSpices
6 Beds Mixed Dormitory Room
Up to 1 guests20 m23 Bunk bed (90-99 cm wide)
3 Large Twin Bunk Beds
215 sq feet
Internet - Free WiFi 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
Food & Drink - Refrigerator, microwave, shared/communal kitchen access, and toaster oven
Sleep - Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathroom - 3 bathrooms, shower, slippers, and free toiletries
Practical - Washer/dryer, iron/ironing board (on request), and local maps
Comfort - Climate-controlled heating and air conditioning, fresh bed sheets (on request), and fresh towels (on request)
Need to Know - Housekeeping on request, shared accommodations, no cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking
Sleeps
Up to 1 guests
1 adults
Beds
3 Bunk bed (90-99 cm wide)
Room details
20 m2
In-room amenities
ShowerHair dryerMini-fridgeRefrigeratorMicrowaveSlippersOvenToilet paperShampooBlackout drapes/curtainsFree WiFiShared accommodationNo rollaway/extra bedsNo cribs (infant beds)Shared/communal kitchen accessShared outdoor bathroom
Standard Twin Beds Room
Up to 2 guests15 m22 Twin bed (90-99 cm wide)
2 Large Twin Beds
161 sq feet
Internet - Free WiFi 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
Food & Drink - Refrigerator, microwave, shared/communal kitchen access, and toaster oven
Sleep - Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathroom - 2 bathrooms, shower, slippers, and free toiletries
Practical - Washer/dryer, iron/ironing board (on request), and local maps
Comfort - Fresh bed sheets (on request), fresh towels (on request), and climate-controlled air conditioning
Need to Know - Housekeeping on request, shared accommodations, no cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
2 Twin bed (90-99 cm wide)
Room details
15 m2
In-room amenities
ShowerTVHair dryerMini-fridgeRefrigeratorMicrowaveSlippersOvenToilet paperShampooBlackout drapes/curtainsFree WiFiShared accommodationNo rollaway/extra bedsNo cribs (infant beds)Shared/communal kitchen access
4 Beds Mixed Dormitory Room
Up to 1 guests15 m22 Bunk bed (90-99 cm wide)
2 Large Twin Bunk Beds
161 sq feet
Internet - Free WiFi 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
Food & Drink - Refrigerator, microwave, shared/communal kitchen access, and toaster oven
Sleep - Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathroom - 3 bathrooms, shower, slippers, and free toiletries
Practical - Washer/dryer, iron/ironing board (on request), and local maps
Comfort - Fresh bed sheets (on request), fresh towels (on request), and climate-controlled air conditioning
Need to Know - Housekeeping on request, shared accommodations, no cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking
Sleeps
Up to 1 guests
1 adults
Beds
2 Bunk bed (90-99 cm wide)
Room details
15 m2
In-room amenities
ShowerHair dryerMini-fridgeRefrigeratorMicrowaveSlippersOvenToilet paperShampooBlackout drapes/curtainsFree WiFiShared accommodationNo rollaway/extra bedsNo cribs (infant beds)Shared/communal kitchen accessSpices
Hotel Policies
Pets
Pets not allowed
Accessibility
No elevators
General
Professional property host/manager
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Guest reviews(3 total)
Provider-sourced guest reviews.
10/10
Reviewed Dec 28, 2025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。
10/10
Reviewed Dec 28, 2025사장님도 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!
10/10
Reviewed Feb 25, 2025I 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!
Guest Feedback
Feedback themes are sourced from guest reviews provided by our data provider.
What guests love
- •Friendly service
- •Clean and comfortable room
- •Good location
Areas to consider
- •Missed Christmas Eve party
Cleanliness
10/10The room was clean as mentioned in the review.
Service
10/10The owner is described as very friendly.
Location
10/10The location is very convenient, close to shops and prominent areas.
Room Quality
10/10The bed was very comfortable, which contributes to quality.
Amenities
10/10Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Value for Money
10/10Very good value for money for the overall experience.
Food and Beverage
10/10Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
10/10Overall a very positive experience, highly recommended.