HOSTEL WOW, Seoul

Hostel Wow - A central Seoul guesthouse with shared facilities, near palaces and markets

Located next to the landmark Gwanghwamun in central Seoul, this Seoul hotel offers both dormitory rooms and private accommodations equipped with heating, air conditioning, and free Wi-Fi. The property features a shared kitchen, computer room, and living area where guests can prepare meals. A complimentary simple breakfast includes toast, jam, coffee, and juice. The rooms come with cable TV programming, while bathrooms provide toiletries and hair dryers. Hostel Wow maintains a tour desk, luggage storage, and laundry services. Situated a 5-minute walk from Gyeonghee and Gyeongbok Palaces, Hostel Wow places guests within 1 mile of Insadong's art museums and traditional Korean restaurants. The shopping districts of Myeongdong and Namdaemun are a 5-minute drive away.

Pros

Within 1 mile of multiple historic sites including Jogyesa Temple and Gyeongbokgung Palace

Seven restaurants within 984.3 ft, including Udeu, Beurik, and Duck en Tal Rian

Walking distance to Seoul City Wall (0.5 miles) and Statue of Sejong the Great

Convenient 10-minute walk to Seodaemun

Cons

Hot water in shared bathrooms available only from 18:00 to 11:00

Located 12.5 miles from Gimpo Airport