Seoul Cheap Hotels

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Name of hotel Accommodation Rating Price, $
Ibc Hotel Dongdaemun

8.2 / 10

(52 Reviews)

From 70$
Uljiro Coop Residence Dongdaemun

8.0 / 10

(305 Reviews)

From 60$
D7 Suites

8.5 / 10

(217 Reviews)

From 65$
Namsan Hill Hotel

7.9 / 10

(257 Reviews)

From 63$
Summit Hotel Dongdaemun

8.2 / 10

(268 Reviews)

From 75$

Seoul is a big city with many attractions that are worth exploring. It can be a great destination for a holiday, but unfortunately, it can also be quite expensive. If you are looking for ways to save money, you may be wondering if it is worth choosing a cheap hotel instead of a more expensive option. In this post, we will explore some of the reasons why choosing a cheap hotel can be a great option when travelling to Seoul.

First, when you choose a cheap hotel, you will have more money to spend on other things. This can be a great way to enjoy your holiday more, especially if you are on a tight budget. In addition, cheap hotels in Seoul can still be very comfortable and offer great services. So, you do not have to compromise on quality just because you are not spending a lot of money.

Second, when you stay in a cheap hotel, you will have more time to explore Seoul. This city is big and there is a lot to see and do, so you will want to make the most of your time here. By choosing a cheap hotel, you can save money on accommodation and use that money to explore more of the city.

Third, Seoul is a very safe city and it is very easy to get around. This means that you will not have to worry about your safety while you are here, and you will be able to explore on your own without any problems. Finally, the people in Seoul are very friendly and welcoming, so you will feel comfortable and welcome here, regardless of which part of the city you are staying in.

So, if you are looking for a great destination to explore and you want to save money on accommodation, Seoul is a great option. With its many attractions, safe city centre, and friendly people, you will have a wonderful time here. And, when you choose a cheap hotel, you can make the most of your holiday without breaking the bank.

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Ibc Hotel Dongdaemun Uljiro Coop Residence Dongdaemun D7 Suites Namsan Hill Hotel Best Cheap Hotels In Seoul Summit Hotel Dongdaemun Blessing In Seoul Residence Hotel Aventree Jongno Cheap Hotels In Downtown Seoul The Recenz Dongdaemun Hotel La Villa Hotel 호텔 아벤트리 여의도

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8.2
Very good
52 Reviews

Ibc Hotel Dongdaemun

📍 241, Nangye-Ro, Jongno-Gu

From 70$

Nestled in Jongno-Gu district, the 3-star Ibc Hotel Seoul offers comforts like currency exchange and a lift. Set close to Cheonggyecheon River, this hotel boasts Italian meals served at the onsite a la carte restaurant.

The cosy accommodation is at 2.9 km distance from the Pagoda T'apkol-gongwon and a 10-minute drive from N Seoul Observation Tower. Guests can get to Seoul city centre, which is 4 km away. This Seoul hotel is 4 km to Myeongdong Shopping Street. Sinseol-dong tube station is in a 5-minute stroll and Cheonggye 8 Gahwanghakgyo bus stop is 5 minutes' walk away.

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8
Very good
305 Reviews

Uljiro Coop Residence Dongdaemun

📍 246, Eulji-Ro, Jung-Gu

From 60$

The 3-star Uljiro Co-Op Residence Seoul is situated in Jung-Gu district, 25 minutes' drive from Gimpo airport. Within 20 minutes' walk from the royal Confucian Jongmyo Shrine, the aparthotel offers comfortable rooms plus stretching and a fitness studio.

The Korean Insa-dong Maru Restaurant is only 1.6 km to this perfect property, while K-beauty shopping is settled merely 1.9 km away. A 25-minute walk will take you into the centre of Seoul. Dongdaemun History and Culture Park tube station is in a 5-minute stroll and Gwanghuidong bus stop is 5 minutes' walk away.

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8.5
Very good
217 Reviews

D7 Suites

📍 20-8, Jong-Ro 56-Gil, Jongno-Gu

From 65$

This 3-star D7 Suites Seoul offers 76 rooms a 10-minute ride from Gwanghwamun Gate. For safety purposes, the business hotel is appointed with a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit.

Located in an area known as Jongno-Gu district, the budget property is 3.4 km from N Seoul Observation Tower. A short distance to an underground station enables you to get to Cheonggyecheon River in no time. The location of this Seoul hotel will allow you to be 25 minutes' stroll of the ancestral Jongmyo Shrine. D7 Suites in Seoul is a 25-minute drive from Gimpo airport.

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7.9
Very good
257 Reviews

Namsan Hill Hotel

📍 35, Sogong-Ro 3-Gil, Jung-Gu

From 63$

This 3-star Namsan Hill Hotel is a comfortable accommodation in Seoul, offering housekeeping and tour/ticket assistance. Placed in Myeong-dong district, the hotel is conveniently situated at 2.6 km distance from the National museum "Gyeongbokgung Palace".

The modern property is 15 minutes by foot from the Korean Namsangol Hanok Village. The city centre of Seoul can be reached in 10 minutes on foot. A 5-minute drive will take you from this Seoul hotel to Namsan Park. Seoul train station is a 20-minute walk away, while a short walk to Hoehyeon tube station will take 5 minutes.

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8.2
Very good
268 Reviews

Summit Hotel Dongdaemun

📍 198, Jangchungdan-Ro, Jung-Gu

From 75$

The 3-star Summit Hotel Dongdaemun Seoul places guests at 2 km distance from the 236-meter-tall N Seoul Tower. The hotel comprises 190 rooms and amenities like a storage room and a shop.

This modern accommodation is located in a touristic area of Seoul, 25 minutes by foot from the Korean Namsangol Hanok Village. K-beauty shopping is approximately 25 minutes on foot from the hotel, and Gimpo airport is 25 km away. Dongdaemun History and Culture Park underground station can be reached in 5 minutes by foot.

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Hotels in Seoul

Family Hotel 👪 Ibc Hotel Dongdaemun
Hotel with balcony 🌤️ Uljiro Coop Residence Dongdaemun
Hotel with a view 🔍 D7 Suites

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7.5
Very good
53 Reviews

Blessing In Seoul Residence

📍 295 Wangsan Ro, Dongdaemun Gu

From 37$

This comfortable Blessing In Seoul Aparthotel lies 3.4 km of Cheonggyecheon River, and offers proximity to an underground station. There is a 24-hour front desk and late check-out service available at the 2-star hotel.

Located in an area known as Dongdaemun-Gu district, the modern property is 1.7 km to Kyunghee University Seoul Campus. The hotel is also at 4.2 km distance from DongDaeMun.

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8.1
Very good
2082 Reviews

Hotel Aventree Jongno

📍 46, Ujeongguk-Ro, Jongno-Gu

From 51$

Featuring currency exchange and a lift, this 3-star Hotel Aventree Jongno Seoul is located close to Moin Gallery. Placed in Jongno-Gu district, the smoke free hotel is ideally situated 1.2 km of Myeongdong Shopping Street.

The smoke-free accommodation is in the centre of Seoul, within 22 minutes' drive from Gimpo airport. The traditional Bukchon Hanok Village is approximately a 16-minute stroll of this Seoul hotel. Approximately a 25-minute stroll of also takes you to Namdaemun Gate. Hotel Aventree Jongno is in proximity to an underground station, while Jonggak tube station is 350 metres away.

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8
Very good
227 Reviews

The Recenz Dongdaemun Hotel

📍 383, Cheonho-Daero, Dongdaemun-Gu

From 52$

Featuring Wi Fi in public areas, this 3-star The Recenz Dongdaemun Hotel Seoul offers pleasant accommodation with a lift and complimentary newspapers. Set 7 km from the colossal Lotte World Theme Park, it is the smoke-free hotel to stay in Dongdaemun-Gu district of the city.

The smoke free property stands 3 km of Konkuk University Museum, at a 300-metres distance from Janghanpyeong underground station. This Seoul hotel is stationed in 25 minutes' stroll from Lotte Department Store. Cheongnyeonhoeuiso Front bus station is located 5 minutes away from the pleasant accommodation.

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6.4
Good
34 Reviews

La Villa Hotel

📍 138 Jinheung-Ro, Eunpyeong-Gu

From 45$

La Villa Hotel Seoul is a 3-star property located 7 km from Trickeye Museum Seoul. This Seoul hotel offers Wi-Fi throughout the property and has computers and a xerox.

The smoke free accommodation is situated in a tourist area of Seoul, just a few steps from 양광교회 Christian Church. A popular place in Seoul is Samseong Museum of Publishing which is in 3 km away. The location of the hotel will allow you to be 15 minutes' drive from the World Heritage–listed Changdeokgung. Yeokchon tube station is 5 minutes' walk from La Villa Hotel and a 5-minute walk takes guests to Daejo Market Front bus stop.

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6.9
Good
159 Reviews

호텔 아벤트리 여의도

📍 90, Beodeunaru-Ro, Yeongdeungpo-Gu

From 41$

The 3-star Galaxy Hotel is placed in a restaurant area of Seoul, a 10-minute ride from the Ice Trickeye Museum Seoul and within 15 minutes' walk from Yeouido Park. The hotel also provides guests with Wi Fi available throughout the property.

Located in Yeongdeungpo-Gu district, the property is within 17 minutes' walk from Times Square Mall. The hotel is set in a financial district of Seoul. A few metres away you can find National Assembly Building. Yeongdeungpo Market tube station is in a 10-minute stroll and Nambu Office Of Education bus stop is 5 minutes' walk away.

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5.6
Good
97 Reviews

Central Tourist Hotel

📍 137, Cheonggyecheon-Ro, Jongno-Gu

From 52$

Located in Jongno-Gu district, Central Tourist Hotel Seoul is next-door to the Korean Insa-dong Maru Restaurant and approximately a 5-minute stroll to Beautiful Tea Museum. There is a safe deposit box and a luggage storage provided at this 3-star hotel.

The comfortable property is placed about 20 km from Gimpo airport and a few minutes' walk from Kyungin Museum of Fine Art. N Seoul Observation Tower is within 5 minutes' drive from the hotel in Seoul. A 25-minute stroll will take you to the National museum "Gyeongbokgung Palace". Cheonggye 3 Gagwansugyo bus stop is 100 metres from Central Tourist Hotel and a 5-minute walk takes guests to Jongno 3-ga underground station.

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6.8
Good
521 Reviews

Hotel The Designers Dongdaemun

📍 306, Toegye-Ro, Jung-Gu

From 67$

Nestled in Jung-Gu district, Hotel The Designers Dongdaemun Seoul offers accommodation 1 km from Dongdaemun Design Plaza. Wi Fi is included in public areas.

The 3-star Hotel Designers Dongdaemun puts you in the very heart of Seoul, 1.7 km from K-beauty shopping. This hotel is also at 2.9 km distance from Gwanghwamun Gate. Toegyero 6 Ga bus stop is 200 metres from the accommodation and a 5-minute walk takes guests to Dongdaemun History and Culture Park underground station. Hotel The Designers Dongdaemun is about 24 minutes' drive from Gimpo airport, which is 25 km away.

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8.2
Very good
8 Reviews

Seoul Rex Hotel

📍 23, Toegye-Ro 10-Gil, Jung-Gu

From 112$

This 3-star Seoul Rex Hotel is set in Myeong-dong district and features cars. 110 rooms and the cocktail bar are available during the stay in the hotel based in the very heart of Seoul.

The non-smoking accommodation is located in a shopping area of Seoul, at 2.4 km distance from the historic Gyeongbokgung Palace and 1.3 km of Cheonggyecheon Stream. This Seoul hotel has a prime location close to Myeongdong Shopping Street and Trick World. You will reach the royal Confucian Jongmyo Shrine within a 20-minute walk. Hoehyeon tube station is 5 minutes' walk from Seoul Rex Hotel and a 5-minute walk takes guests to Namsan 3 Ho Tunnel bus stop.

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7.5
Very good
766 Reviews

Travelodge Myeongdong Namsan

📍 16, Supyo-Ro, Jung-Gu

From 62$

This 3-star Staz Hotel Myeongdong 2 Seoul is set approximately a 25-minute stroll from the historic Gyeongbokgung Palace and within 18 minutes' walk from Namdaemun Gate. The quality hotel offers a laundry room, housekeeping service and tour/ticket assistance as well as high speed Internet access in public areas.

The property puts you in the centre of Seoul, within 5 minutes' drive away from the Korean Insa-dong Maru Restaurant. Guests can explore K-beauty shopping, located nearly 9 minutes' stroll away, while an underground station is also in walking distance from the hotel. Seoul Global Cultural Center is a few minutes’ walk away. Staz Hotel Myeongdong 2 enjoys a convenient location within 23 minutes' drive from Gimpo airport.

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7.3
Good
541 Reviews

Hotel Icon

📍 20, Samil-Daero 32Ga-Gil, Jongno-Gu

From 34$

The 3-star Hotel Icon Seoul offers 40 rooms a 5-minute drive away from Myeongdong Shopping Street. Featuring Wi Fi in public areas, the hotel also has amenities like a shop and a restaurant.

Located in a tourist area of Seoul, this smoke-free accommodation is a few steps from Jang Eun Sun Gallery. The chief Jogyesa Temple is 800 metres to the hotel, and Gimpo airport is 20 km away. The Korean traditional Bukchon Hanok Village lies 14 minutes' walk of the property. Anguk tube station is 5 minutes' walk from Hotel Icon and a 5-minute walk takes guests to Changdeokgung bus stop.

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9.5
Excellent
140 Reviews

Dolma Hongdae Hotel

📍 32, Donggyo-Ro 23-Gil, Mapo-Gu

From 53$

Dolma Guesthouse Hongdae Seoul is a 2-star property within 10 minutes' drive away from Ewha Womans University. This guest house has on-site shuttle service and a laundry room available to guests.

Kakao Friends Shop is located near the accommodation, and Gimpo airport is approximately a 16-minute drive away. Dongjin Flea Market is in 15 minutes' stroll of the hotel in Seoul. The painting gallery "Trickeye Museum Seoul" is set within 1 km to the property. Cheonggiwa Gas bus stop is 150 metres from Dolma Guesthouse Hongdae and a 10-minute walk takes guests to Hongik Univ underground station.

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7.7
Very good
676 Reviews

Fairfield By Marriott Seoul Hotel

📍 870 Gyeongin-Ro, Yeongdeungpo-Gu

From 76$

Set 10 minutes' drive from IFC Mall, this 3-star Fairfield By Marriott Seoul Hotel is located near Yeongdeungpo Park. The hotel offers 556 guestrooms and amenities such as a storage room and a restaurant.

The smoke-free accommodation is set in Yeongdeungpo-Gu district, within 15 minutes' ride from the huge museum "War Memorial of Korea". The hotel is set in a business district of Seoul. You will reach Mulbit Square within a 25-minute walk. Singil tube station is 10 minutes' walk from Fairfield By Marriott Seoul Hotel and a 5-minute walk takes guests to Yeongdeungpo bus stop.

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7.9
Very good
2350 Reviews

Kimchee Downtown Guesthouse

📍 43-45, Seosomun-Ro, Seodaemun-Gu

From 17$

Located in Mapo district, the 2-star Kimchee Downtown Guesthouse is next-door to Seoullo 7017 Highway and a 10-minute drive away from Gwanghwamun Gate. The guest house offers housekeeping and express check-out.

Seoul centre can be reached within 15 minutes' walk. The royal Confucian Jongmyo Shrine is 25 minutes' stroll from this Seoul hotel and Gimpo airport is 20 km away. The property is at 2.5 km distance from Gyeongbokgung Palace and other main attractions of Seoul. Chungjeongno tube station is in a 5-minute stroll and Jonggeundang bus stop is 5 minutes' walk away.

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8.7
Excellent
1457 Reviews

Amass Hotel Insadong Seoul

📍 11 Yulgok-Ro 10-Gil

From 71$

Located a mere 1.6 km to Cheonggyecheon Stream, the 3-star A.Mass Seoul offers modern comforts like a lift and complimentary newspapers.

A.Mass is situated in the heart of Seoul, just off Insa Art Space. The 236-meter-tall N Seoul Tower is in a 10-minute ride from this hotel and Gimpo airport is 20 km away. The budget property is also nearly 15 minutes on foot from the National museum "Gyeongbokgung Palace". Anguk tube station is in a 5-minute stroll and Changdeokgung bus stop is 5 minutes' walk away.

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7.9
Very good
876 Reviews

Ibis Styles Ambassador Seoul Myeong-Dong Hotel

📍 302 Samil-Daero

From 69$

This stylish Ibis Styles Ambassador Seoul Myeongdong Hotel offers 180 rooms 0.9 km away from Myeongdong Shopping Street. The 3-star smoke-free hotel has an à la carte restaurant with dishes of European cuisine and is situated just off the Korean Namsangol Hanok Village.

Located in Myeong-dong district, the property is set within a 10-minute ride away from the 236-meter-tall N Seoul Tower. This contemporary hotel is set in a business district of Seoul. Dongdaemun Design Plaza is accessible within a 25-minute walk. Myeong-dong tube station is 5 minutes' walk from Ibis Styles Ambassador Seoul Myeongdong Hotel and a 5-minute walk takes guests to Myeongdong bus stop.

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7.6
Very good
135 Reviews

Myeongdong Mom House Hotel

📍 11, Toegye-Ro 22-Gil, Jung-Gu

From 101$

This 2-star Myeongdong Mom House Hotel Seoul offers comfortable accommodation in Myeong-dong district. Located close to the rebuilt Namdaemun City Gate, the guest house has 49 rooms, and boasts access to an underground station.

The property is around 25 minutes' walk of the historic Gyeongbokgung Palace and around 7 minutes' walk of K-beauty shopping. The city centre of Seoul can be reached in 10 minutes on foot. Around 25 minutes' walk of also takes you to N Seoul Observation Tower.

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7
Good
435 Reviews

Hotel Mido Myeongdong

📍 20-3, Toegye-Ro 10-Gil, Jung-Gu

From 66$

Located 25 minutes by foot from the 236-meter-tall N Seoul Tower, this 2-star Hotel Mido Myeongdong Seoul offers high-speed Internet access in public areas and a parking. Near the smoke free hotel, there is an underground station and guests can easily reach Myeongdong Shopping Street which is not far away.

The property is placed in Myeong-dong district, 550 metres to M Plaza. The hotel is set in a shopping district of Seoul. Within 11 km from also takes you to the Korean Namsangol Hanok Village.

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8.1
Very good
512 Reviews

Hotel Skypark Myeongdong 1

📍 15, Myeongdong 8Na-Gil, Jung-Gu

From 100$

This 3-star Hotel Skypark Myeongdong I Seoul is situated close to Noon Square and offers dry cleaning and housekeeping along with cars. Conveniently located in Myeong-dong district close to Myeongdong Shopping Street, the hotel has 114 rooms.

The 236-meter-tall N Seoul Tower is 1.8 km away from the elegant modern accommodation and Dongdaemun Design Plaza is in 10 minutes' drive away from it. The hotel is set in a business district of Seoul. The Korean Insa-dong Maru Restaurant also lies about 25 minutes' walk away. Myeong-dong underground station is about 200 metres away.

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6
Good
430 Reviews

Seoul 53 Hotel Insadong

📍 53, Donhwamun-Ro 11Na-Gil

From 37$

This 3-star Seoul 53 Hotel is placed in a touristic area of Seoul, within 17 minutes' walk from Gwanghwamun Gate and within 15 minutes' walk of the heritage Bukchon Hanok Village. Boasting location next to the World Heritage–listed Changdeokgung, the low-budget hotel offers 31 rooms together with a lounge bar onsite.

The property has a prime location 20 minutes by foot from the National museum "Gyeongbokgung Palace". Located by the themain Donhwamun Gate, the hotel is reachable in a 15-minute walk from the centre of Seoul. A walk to the nearest tube station, Anguk, will take you 5 minutes' walk. Seoul 53 Hotel is centrally situated 20 km from Gimpo airport.

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7.2
Good
67 Reviews

Benikea Hotel Flower

📍 269 Wangsan-Ro

From 37$

The 3-star Benikea Hotel Flower Seoul is situated in Dongdaemun-Gu district, 28 minutes' drive from Gimpo airport. This Seoul hotel offers 24-hour front desk assistance, a laundry room and tour/ticket assistance as well as Wi Fi in public areas.

The business property is located 2 km from Kyunghee University Seoul Campus and within 10 minutes' drive from DongDaeMun. Attractions, 2.5 km to the budget hotel, include Dongdaemun Health Center. Cheongnyangni tube station is in a 10-minute stroll and Seoul Sirip University Entrance bus stop is 5 minutes' walk away.

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7.7
Very good
112 Reviews

Western Coop Hotel & Residence Dongdaemun

📍 228, Eulji-Ro, Jung-Gu

From 42$

The comfortable Western Co-Op Hotel And Residence Seoul lies 25 minutes' walk of the 236-meter-tall N Seoul Tower, and offers proximity to a tube station. Guests can use 24-hour reception, housekeeping and a tour desk at this 3-star smoke-free aparthotel.

The property has a convenient setting at 6 km distance from the Joseon Dynasty gallery "National Museum of Korea". The Korean traditional Bukchon Hanok Village is within 10 minutes' ride from the hotel, and Gimpo airport is 25 km away. A few metres away you can find DongDaeMun.

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Seoul Cheap Hotels FAQ
Which Cheap hotels have a lot of guest reviews?
Here are some Cheap hotels that have the highest number of reviews:
Which area in Seoul has cheap hotels?
To explore Seoul, stay in Gangnam-Gu district, booking a room in Patio 7 (rating: 8.2/10) with concierge service, laundry service and 24-hour security. Gold Hill Gh House with rating 8.0/10 is also a good option to consider. Also you may like Huayuanhouse Hq In Hongdae (rating: 8.2/10), which is set in the best Seoul area - Mapo-Gu. This venue has 24-hour security, grocery delivery service and laundry facilities.
What are the best cheap accommodations in Seoul city centre?
For those searching for a central place, there are 8 deals to consider. Alternatively, book Zaza Backpackers Hostel (rating: 8.2/10) at the cost of 55US$ per night. It's set a 10-minute walk from the city centre and offers 24-hour security and a xerox on site. Other popular venues in this area include Myeongdong Guesthouse Como, Hotel Park Hill Myeongdong and Myeongdong Sunshine Guesthouse.

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