About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Dongdaemun Karrot Hostel in Seoul offers family rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and city views. Each room includes a refrigerator, shower, slippers, TV, and private entrance. Essential Facilities: Guests enjoy free WiFi, private check-in and check-out services, a paid airport shuttle, lift, full-day security, and luggage storage. Reception staff speak English, Japanese, Korean, and Chinese. Prime Location: Located 20 km from Gimpo International Airport, the hostel is a 4-minute walk from Dongdaemun Market and 500 metres from Gwangjang Market. Nearby attractions include Jongmyo Shrine and Changdeokgung Palace. Guest Highlights: Guests appreciate the convenient location, excellent public transport options, and friendly host.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Perfect for a 3-night stay!

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.3)

    • Top pick by families with children


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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Milton
    Australia Australia
    Amazing place, could not recommend more. Great location right near the Gwangjang markets, in a very immersive Korean area. Clean and hospitable. Host was super friendly. My favourite stay in Seoul.
  • Madi
    Kazakhstan Kazakhstan
    Everything was great, they explained everything quickly, the room was clean and cozy, the air conditioning worked, there are many markets and attractions nearby, and there is a metro station nearby.
  • Aniket
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very centrally located. Lovely staff, and nice room with a comfy bed.
  • Ioana
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Without falling into the luxury category, the property offers exactly what a traveler needs, everything is functional. The location is perfect, I liked the way everything is organized to please the traveler, to meet his needs.
  • Sergei
    Russia Russia
    There is a washing machine and a dryer. It's clean here. New air conditioner. Do not be afraid that the housing is on the market, it’s a very good location. The limousine bus to the airport is just 3(!) minutes from the hotel. Special thanks to...
  • Suryana
    Malaysia Malaysia
    We had a good stay but there is a bit of issue with one of the rooms we have booked. But thankfully, the owner is so considerate and very helpful to assist us. We appreciate his kind gesture and efforts in solving the issue. They provide a really...
  • Ikuko
    Japan Japan
    立地がよい。そして、この手のドミトリータイプには泊まるが、清潔であり、設備や配慮がよく快適にとまれました。空港までのバス案内もとでも親切で、早朝便に問題なく乗れました。
  • Hartanti
    United States United States
    We love the prompt response from the host even prior to our arrival until our departure. Sam is exceptionally helpful with even recommending us places to eat! The location is perfect, near and within walking distance to subway stations, bus...
  • Reo
    Japan Japan
    ・スタッフが親切 ・部屋がキレイ ・駅が近い ・美味しい食事場所を教えてくれる 初めての韓国旅行でしたが、素晴らしいゲストハウスでした。また韓国旅行に行きたいですし、次回も必ず利用したいです。
  • Japan Japan
    ホテルの人がみんないい人でした。とても良くしてくれました。次韓国に行く時もこのホテルを取ろうと思います^ ^

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

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House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00 to 20:00
Check-out
From 00:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.