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Bong Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hostel with free breakfast, near Gyeongbokgung Palace
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Bong Backpackers

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (6 persons)
Lobby
Bathroom shower
Premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds
Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (6 persons)

Overview of Bong Backpackers

6.6

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Your area essentials

243-3 Changgyeonggung-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, 03074
  • Popular LocationSungkyunkwan University1 min walk
  • Popular LocationDongdaemun History and Culture Park Station9 min drive
  • AirportSeoul (GMP-Gimpo Intl.)52 min drive
  • AirportSeoul (ICN-Incheon Intl.)69 min drive
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Room options

Studio (5 persons)

cleanliness

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Single Beds

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom (4 persons)

cleanliness

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

cleanliness

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Studio (3 persons)

cleanliness

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (6 persons)

cleanliness

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Studio (4 persons)

cleanliness

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

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About the area

Seoul

Bong Backpackers is located in Jongno-gu, a neighbourhood in Seoul, and is in the entertainment district and near a metro station. Myeongdong Street and Namdaemun Market are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Dongdaemun History and Culture Park and Namsan Park. Check out an event or a game at Seoul Olympic Stadium, and consider making time for Lotte World, a top attraction not to be missed.

What's nearby

  • Gwanghwamun - 3 min drive
  • Bukchon Hanok Village - 4 min drive
  • Lotte Department Store - 4 min drive
  • Myeongdong Street - 4 min drive
  • Gyeongbokgung Palace - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Hyehwa Station - 7 min walk
  • Seoul Station - 14 min drive
  • Seoul (GMP-Gimpo Intl.) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • BIYA 부대찌개전문점 성대정문 - 1 min walk
  • 인생의단맛 - 1 min walk
  • 신전떡볶이 대학로점 - 1 min walk
  • 볼끼 - 2 min walk
  • 토순이네 - 1 min walk

About this property

Bong Backpackers

Hostel near Myeongdong Street
Close to Bukchon Hanok Village and Gwangjang Traditional Market, Bong Backpackers provides free continental breakfast, laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in and tour/ticket information
  • Smoke-free property and luggage storage
Room features
All guest rooms at Bong Backpackers boast comforts, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.

Languages

English, Korean, Thai

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7 AM–11 AM

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 3 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer on request
  • Towels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: KRW 30000
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - midnight
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 3 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 3 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for KRW 10000 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out fee: KRW 30000 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: KRW 10000 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 cash

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Children 3 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Bong Backpackers Hostel Seoul
Bong Backpackers Hostel
Bong Backpackers Seoul
Bong Backpackers
Bong Backpackers Seoul
Bong Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Bong Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Seoul

Frequently asked questions

Is Bong Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Bong Backpackers?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Bong Backpackers?

Check-in begins at 2 PM.

What time is check-out at Bong Backpackers?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for KRW 30000 (subject to availability).

Where is Bong Backpackers located?

Located in Jongno-gu, this hostel is within 2 miles (3 km) of Sungkyunkwan University, Gyeongbokgung Palace and Bukchon Hanok Village. Myeongdong Street and Namdaemun Market are also within 3 miles (5 km). Hyehwa Station is 7 minutes by foot and Hansung University Station is 15 minutes.

Bong Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 14 reviews" "

6.2/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

KONG LOONG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Convenient and good for value
Good for budget travelers.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
우선 위치적으로 가장 마음에 들었고, 생각보다 넓어서 더 마음에 들었고, 빌라형식이라 크게 간섭을 안받는 그냥 내 집 같아서 좋았습니다.! 하나 아쉬운 점은 화장실 물을 바닥을 향해 틀면 물이 샌다는 점. 그로인해 바닥 상태가 살짝 안좋다는 점 정도?. 이 부분때문에 문을 뜯어 고칠 수는 없으니, 방문객분들이 조심하셨으면 해요! 발을 씻더라도 공동 샤워실에서 씻으시는걸 권유드려요
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

4/10 Poor

hye kyung

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
5인실 이용하였어요. 5인 가족 이용.
5인실 이용하였어요. 숙소의 위치 좋음. 대학가이므로 주위에 편의 시설 많고, 지하철역과 가까움. 숙소의 청결 상태가 많이 아쉬웠고, 보일러 작동이 잘 되지 않았어요. 5인실-욕실은 방 안에 있어서 좋았으나 크기가 작아 샤워하기에는 힘듭니다. 환풍기 돌아가는 소리가 크게 들립니다. 아이들과 동반하는 가족이 이용하기에는 권하고 싶지 않습니다. 도미토리룸은 이용 않해봐서 모르겠어요. 직원분은 친절하였습니다.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

4/10 Poor

1

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
本当に寝るだけ、といった雰囲気です。 施設自体に鍵がかかっておらず、従業員も夜10時にはいなくなるので、それ以降の時間帯は宿泊客以外でも入れてしまう環境で安全面は全く保証がないです。従業員がいる時間帯でも、いちいちチェックして中に入るわけではないので誰でも入れてしまうと思います。 また、鍵がある部屋とない部屋があります。男女共同の部屋にはなかった思います。 鍵があるといっても暗証番号なので、不安がありました。 共同スペースには常に人がいて、部屋にいても、朝も夜も声が聞こえます。正直うるさくて何度も起きました。また、部屋がとても寒かったです。エアコンは冷房機能しかついておらず、韓国では一般的とされている床暖房と薄っぺらい布団だけなので、たくさん着込むことで寒さを防ぎました。窓からスースー風も入ってきました。 部屋にティッシュ、ゴミ箱などもついていません。 ゴミ箱は共同スペースにあります。 部屋は本当にベットのみです。 私が泊まった部屋は、証明がひとつ付いていただけで常に薄暗かったです。 シャワールームは、着替える場所が別についていないです。服やタオルを置く棚もついていません。床に置くかタオルかけにかけるしかないです。濡れます。男女共同シャワーです。 11日間の長期滞在でしたが、11日の間、一度しか従業員の方が掃除をしたところをみていないので、掃除はあまりしていないのかなと思いました。排水溝の匂いがします。シャンプーなどを置く棚に、おそらく宿泊客が使用したであろうカミソリやらゴミがたくさん置いてありました。何も置けないくらい汚かったです。 トイレは寒いです。トイレットペーパーは流さないタイプです。ウォシュレットももちろんありません。 冬の時期だったのでとにかく寒さが辛かったです。 安くて、寝られればいい、という方なら大丈夫だと思いますが、おすすめはあまりできないです。
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

chantal

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

2/10 Terrible

JUNGHUN

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Just so so
Cost by quality is not bed. But not good house.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2018

4/10 Poor

KWANG SUN

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

seungil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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