Title: J5 Hostel Dongdaemun - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=101225518&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # J5 Hostel Dongdaemun Hostel in Seoul, 10-minute walk to Dongdaemun Market Mall ## Photo gallery for J5 Hostel Dongdaemun ![Front of property - J5 Hostel Dongdaemun (Seoul)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101230000/101225600/101225518/1f56403f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Standard Double Room - J5 Hostel Dongdaemun (Seoul)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101230000/101225600/101225518/42bb4f45.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception - J5 Hostel Dongdaemun (Seoul)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101230000/101225600/101225518/c31e50bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Standard Single Room - J5 Hostel Dongdaemun (Seoul)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101230000/101225600/101225518/8ab4a793.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Standard Double Room | Bathroom - J5 Hostel Dongdaemun (Seoul)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101230000/101225600/101225518/ab1fd53f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Close to Dongdaemun Market Mall and Dongdaemun History and Culture Park, J5 Hostel Dongdaemun has plenty to offer. 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[Visit our Seoul travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Seoul.dx178308) [View more Hostels in Seoul](https://www.expedia.ca/Seoul-Hostels.d178308-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C37.57261%2C127.00421&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=KkUa6jvuXSSWdWC50zjOh0tIMQ8=) 30-8 Jong-ro 35-gil, Seoul, Seoul, 03126 ### What's nearby - Cheonggyecheon \- 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - Gwangjang Market \- 6 min walk \- 0.6 km - Dongdaemun Market Mall \- 7 min walk \- 0.6 km - Dongdaemun Design Plaza \- 9 min walk \- 0.8 km - Dongdaemun History and Culture Park \- 10 min walk \- 0.8 km ### Getting around - Jongno 5-ga Station - 6 min walk - Seoul Station - 14 min drive - Gimpo Intl. Airport (GMP) - 57 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪백제정육점 - ‬1 min walk - ‪포온즈데이 커피 로스터스 - ‬2 min walk - ‪불타는 곱창 - ‬1 min walk - ‪방아다리감자국 - ‬1 min walk - ‪제주바다 - ‬1 min walk ## About this property ### J5 Hostel Dongdaemun Hostel near Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Near Dongdaemun Market Mall, J5 Hostel Dongdaemun provides everything you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Room features All guestrooms at J5 Hostel Dongdaemun boast comforts such as heated floors and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices) ### Parking and transportation - No onsite parking available ### Family friendly - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - Limited-hour front desk ### Accessibility - No elevator ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Heated bathroom floor - Private bathroom - Shampoo - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - LCD TV with digital channels ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Heated floor - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### National rating Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services. ### Property is also known as J5 Hostel Dongdaemun Seoul J5 Hostel Dongdaemun Hostel/Backpacker accommodation J5 Hostel Dongdaemun Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Seoul ## Frequently asked questions ### Is J5 Hostel Dongdaemun pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at J5 Hostel Dongdaemun? ### What time is check-out at J5 Hostel Dongdaemun? ### Where is J5 Hostel Dongdaemun located? ## Have a question? 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