Family-friendly hostel remodeled in 2021 and located near Gwangjang Market
Located close to Gyeongbokgung Palace, Hostel Tommy provides free continental breakfast, a rooftop terrace, and an arcade/game room. In addition to laundry facilities and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices).
Additional perks include:
Express check-out, express check-in, and a computer station
A front-desk safe, a TV in the lobby, and a water dispenser
A billiards/pool table, ATM/banking services, and concierge services
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Hostel Tommy feature comforts such as heated floors and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
More amenities include:
Highchairs, children's dinnerware, and musical instruments
Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
Heated floors, communal kitchens, and heating
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin), English, Japanese, Korean, Malay
In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
No onsite parking available
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
A bar/lounge
Snack bar/deli
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Billiards/pool table
TV in common areas
Family friendly
Arcade/game room
Baby toys
Children's dinnerware
Children's games
Children's toys
Highchair
Laundry facilities
Musical instrument
Snack bar/deli
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
ATM
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator
Water dispenser
Guest services
Change of towels on request
Concierge services
Housekeeping (on request)
Turndown service
Business services
24-hour business center
Computer station
Outdoors
In a national park
Rooftop terrace
Accessibility
No elevator
More
1 building
3 floors
Banquet hall
Built in 2013
Mosquito nets
Reception hall
Renovated entire property - February 2021
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Slippers
Towels provided
Food and drink
Restaurant dining guides
Shared kitchen access
More
Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning
Electrical adapters
Heated floor
Heating (climate-controlled)
Iron/ironing board on request
Soundproofed rooms
Window screens
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 20
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Access code, front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 1, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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
Yellow Brick2
Tommy Seoul
Yellow Brick2 Hostel Seoul
Yellow Brick2 Seoul
Yellow Brick Hostel 2 Seoul
Hostel Tommy Seoul
Yellow Brick 2 Seoul
Yellow Brick 2
Hostel Tommy Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Hostel Tommy Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Seoul
Frequently asked questions
Is Hostel Tommy pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Hostel Tommy?
Hostel Tommy doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Hostel Tommy?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Hostel Tommy?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Hostel Tommy located?
This family-friendly Seoul hostel is located in the historical district, within 1 mi (2 km) of Gwangjang Market and Gyeongbokgung Palace. Jongno 3-ga Station is 6 minutes by foot and Anguk Station is 9 minutes.
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Hostel Tommy Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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We stayed there for a while but it was really amazing . We loved our stay there if we come back we would chose this place to stay again . Even staff was superb loved stay there . Thank you soo much tommy
Great location short walk to station, walking distance to restaurants.
Clean hostel, breakfast was basic and good.
Tommy and his staff always happy to help.
Best hostel in Seoul, it was my second time to visited Hostel Tommy, i will definitely choose here for my future travels.
Nice and clean room, friendly staffs and best location!
This hostel was very ideally located for visiting many places, including Jongmyo shrine and Insa-dong. It is also fairly close to the Jongno 3-ga subway station, so transportation is easy. The rooms were very clean, and I enjoyed having a private bathroom.
We had a great stay! Tommy was wonderful and the rest of the staff was very kind. The AC and shower could use an update but other than that everything was perfect. We will definitely stay again if we are back in seoul
This hostel is in a great area. The beds were comfortable and the rooms quiet. The staff were friendly and helpful. The whole place was clean and welcoming. It was a great stay.
The staff was super welcoming and helpful and there was breakfast out every day the location was good as its only about 2 minute walk from the subway station.
Tommy and Nicholas were so friendly and made us feel so welcome! They went out of their way to be helpful and gave us loads of good tips for our trip. In fact we tried to book again on our way back but it was booked out. Highly recommended, really great location to walk around, eat and enjoy Seoul! Thank you!
The hotel location is really great, walkable from the stations and famous attractions such as palaces. There are also convenient stores nearby, and one is right next to the hotel. Tommy and staff are really kind and helpful. The room was also warm and comfortable.
Tommy was so hospitable and welcomed me with great service. He even offered a scarf and heat pack for the cold weather. I would definitely recommend this hostel.
All the staff were very nice & very helpful even though , except the CEO, others were not fluent in English. Our flight arrived late and we reached Hostel Tommy at 1 am. Had no toruble with self check-in. It is quiet a place, just a 5-6 minutes walk from Jongno 3-ga subway station and 15 - 20 minutes walking distance to palaces. There is a 7-11 on ground floor of this building several eating places near the subway station. Breakfast is simple cereals & toast . But you can use the microwave and dining / common area throught the day.
The only discordant note was about room cleaning. It was mentioned that it would be done every third day. We stayed for four days. Our room was not cleaned. Since we could get fresh towels from reception ( and leave the old ones there) it was not a big deal for us. But would have been nice. We do look forward to staying here on our future visit.