Title: J5 Hostel Dongdaemun - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # J5 Hostel Dongdaemun Hostel in Seoul, 10-minute walk to Dongdaemun Market Mall ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101230000/101225600/101225518/1f56403f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101230000/101225600/101225518/c31e50bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Standard Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101230000/101225600/101225518/42bb4f45.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Double Room | Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101230000/101225600/101225518/a0382704.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101230000/101225600/101225518/22e329b1.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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Airport (GMP) - 57 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪백제정육점 - ‬1 min walk - ‪4ozday Coffee Roasters - ‬2 min walk - ‪불타는 곱창 - ‬1 min walk - ‪제주바다 - ‬1 min walk - ‪방아다리감자국 - ‬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. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with heated floors and showers - LCD TVs with digital channels - Heated floors and desks ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8470000/8463500/8463478/58bd43de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hostel Chloe Jongno-gu - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Laundry - Soundproof rooms 8.6 Excellent 137 reviews CA $38 CA $42 total includes taxes & fees Dec 7 - Dec 8 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-07&endDate=2025-12-08&selected=8463478&PinnedHotelID=8463478&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106800000/106797500/106797458/937c23c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Seoul Cube Jongno Jongno-gu - Breakfast included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Laundry 9.2 Wonderful 15 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-14&endDate=2025-12-15&selected=106797458&PinnedHotelID=106797458&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106640000/106631000/106630908/7792e465.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### HOTEL DRIP&DROP, Myeongdong Myeong-dong - 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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? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking? > 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 and Dongdaemun Market Mall. Myeongdong Street and Dongdaemun History and Culture Park are also within 2 mi (3 km). Jongno 5-ga Station is 6 minutes by foot and Dongdaemun Station is 11 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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