J5 Hostel Dongdaemun

Hostel in Seoul, a short walk to Gwangjang Market

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Where to?

Dates

August 2025

September 2025

Good

Popular amenities

Air conditioning
Free WiFi

Room options

About the area

Located in Jongno-gu, a neighborhood in Seoul, J5 Hostel Dongdaemun is in a shopping district and near a metro station. Gyeongbokgung Palace and Myeongdong Cathedral are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Myeongdong Street and Namdaemun Market. Check out an event or a game at Gocheok Sky Dome, and consider making time for Lotte World, a top attraction not to be missed.

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30-8 Jong-ro 35-gil, Seoul, Seoul, 03126

What's nearby

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
Myeongdong Street - 3 min drive - 2.6 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
‪불타는곱창 - ‬1 min walk
‪평원숯불갈비 - ‬2 min walk
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About this property

J5 Hostel Dongdaemun

Hostel near Gwangjang Market

Close to Dongdaemun Market Mall and Dongdaemun History and Culture Park, J5 Hostel Dongdaemun has plenty to offer. 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.

Extra conveniences in all rooms include:

Bathrooms with heated floors and showers
LCD TVs with digital channels
Heated floors and desks

Languages

English, Korean

Property amenities

Internet

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

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

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

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

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?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at J5 Hostel Dongdaemun?

This hostel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at J5 Hostel Dongdaemun?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at J5 Hostel Dongdaemun?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is J5 Hostel Dongdaemun located?

Located in Jongno-gu, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Dongdaemun Seonggwak Park, Gwangjang Market, and Dongdaemun Market Mall. Dongdaemun Design Plaza and Dongdaemun History and Culture Park are also within 15 minutes. Jongno 5-ga Station is 6 minutes by foot and Dongdaemun Station is 11 minutes.