Original Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hostel with free breakfast, near Dongdaemun History and Culture Park

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Exterior
Property entrance
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Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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6 Beds Mixed Dormitory Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Washer/dryer
Blackout drapes/curtains
Heating
Hair dryer
3 bathrooms
Microwave
  • 25.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Large Twin Bunk Beds

Economy Twin Beds Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Washer/dryer
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
Microwave
Local meal delivery service
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed

Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Washer/dryer
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
Microwave
Local meal delivery service
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

4 Beds Mixed Dormitory Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Washer/dryer
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Microwave
Local meal delivery service
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Large Twin Bunk Beds

Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Washer/dryer
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
Microwave
Local meal delivery service
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed OR 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

Standard Twin Beds Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Washer/dryer
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
Microwave
Local meal delivery service
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
F3-4, 313-3 Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, 03105

Getting around

  • Dongmyo Station - 6 min walk
  • Seoul Station - 16 min drive
  • Gimpo Intl. Airport (GMP) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • 동대문설렁탕
  • Everest Curry World
  • 진고개
  • 에베레스트
  • PARIS BAGUETTE

About this property

Original Backpackers

Hostel near Dongdaemun Design Plaza
Located close to Dongdaemun History and Culture Park and Gwangjang Market, Original Backpackers provides free self-serve breakfast, laundry facilities, and a snack bar/deli. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Local meal delivery service, coffee/tea in the lobby, and tour/ticket assistance
  • A water dispenser, a TV in the lobby, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at Original Backpackers boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and printers.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • Communal kitchens, refrigerators, and microwaves

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Korean

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • 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 self-serve breakfast available daily 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Coffee/tea in common area(s)

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Washer/dryer

Conveniences

  • Lockers available
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • This property does not have elevators

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • TV in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Blackout drapes/curtains

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Freezer
  • Local meal delivery service
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Spices
  • Toaster oven

More

  • Electrical adapters/chargers
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Laundry detergent
  • Local maps
  • Printer
  • Restaurant dining guide
  • Shared accommodations
  • Slippers
  • Washer and dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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

Property is also known as

Original Backpackers Seoul
Original Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Original Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Seoul

Frequently asked questions

Is Original Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Original Backpackers?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Original Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Original Backpackers?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Original Backpackers located?

Located in Jongno-gu, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Dongdaemun Seonggwak Park, Dongdaemun Design Plaza, and Dongdaemun History and Culture Park. Myeongdong Street and Namdaemun Market are also within 3 mi (5 km). Dongmyo Station is 6 minutes by foot and Dongdaemun Station is 10 minutes.

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