Standard Triple Room
- Sleeping arrangements for 3 persons
Guest house · Seoul · Seoul Special City
Zaza Backpackers Hostel
A straightforward guesthouse in the middle of Myeong-dong, with clean rooms, a helpful team, and a rooftop bar a short walk from the subway.
- Central Myeong-dong location
- On-site parking available
- Rooftop bar with food
8.6
Great
848 reviews
Booking.com 8.6 · 848 reviews
About
Zaza Backpackers Hostel
Zaza Backpackers Hostel sits in the heart of Myeong-dong, a few minutes' walk from the subway and the area's shopping streets and markets. It's a guesthouse rather than a full-service hotel, so expect a more casual atmosphere and a focus on location and value.
The property keeps things simple: free Wi-Fi, air conditioning and heating in rooms, plus a washing machine for longer stays. Parking is available on site, which is a useful bonus in central Seoul. Guests also have access to a rooftop bar that serves food.
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
5 reasons to book- Unbeatable Myeong-dong location — A short walk from Myeongdong Station, shopping streets, and Namdaemun Market, with restaurants and cafes nearby.
- Friendly, attentive staff — Multiple guests highlight the accommodating and welcoming team.
- Clean, comfortable rooms — Guests describe rooms as neat, spotless, and comfortable, with practical amenities like microwaves and fridges.
- Rooftop bar on site — A place to unwind with food and drinks without leaving the hostel.
- On-site parking — Rare in central Seoul, parking is available for guests arriving by car.
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Worth weighing
4 to weigh- No pets allowed — If you're travelling with an animal, this isn't the place.
- Check-in ends at 23:59 — Late arrivals may need to coordinate if you land after midnight.
- Cat7 rating lower than others — While most categories score well, the cat7 rating of 7.7 suggests some areas may feel less polished.
- No smoking on site — The entire property is non-smoking, so smokers need to step outside.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Family Double Room
- 1 Double bed
Double Room
- 1 Double bed,2 Single beds
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
General
- Wi-Fi
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- No smoking on site
Room Amenities
- Shower (in some rooms)
- Microwave (in some rooms)
Services & Facilities
- 24-hour security
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
- Washing machine
- Fax/Photocopying
Policies
- No pets allowed
- Check-in 15:00–23:59
- Check-out 11:00
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 8.6/10 from 848 reviews
Booking.com · 8.6 · 848 reviews
8.6Verified guest“The location was ideal, right next to Line 4 and the Myeong-dong shopping area. Staff were responsible and welcoming. The room had a comfortable bed, microwave, air conditioning, and TV.”
8.6Verified guest“A pleasant stay overall. The accommodation was comfortable, with a great setting near Myeongdong shopping street, the subway station, Namsan Cable Car, the bus station, Myeongdong night market, and underground shopping.”
8.6Verified guest“Had a very good stay during my visit, glad I chose it.”
8.6Verified guest“Stayed six nights with my family and had a great time. The location was unbeatable, within walking distance to a bus station. The room was fully furnished and neat — it felt like home.”
8.6Verified guest“A peaceful stay, everything was very good. The location was strategic for me, next to the train station, Myeongdong shopping district, restaurants, and Myeong-dong itself.”
8.6Verified guest“Thanks to the accommodating staff, everything was very good.”
04 — Location
Getting around Seoul
The property sits in Seoul.
Myeong-dong: The hostel sits right in the shopping heart of Seoul, with Myeongdong's streets, night market, and underground shopping just minutes away.
Namdaemun Market: One of Korea's oldest and largest traditional markets is within walking distance, great for street food and souvenirs.
Getting around: Myeongdong Station (Subway Line 4) is close, and a bus stop is also nearby, making it easy to reach other parts of the city.
18-6, Namsan-Dong 2Ga, Jung-Gu, Myeong-Dong, Seoul, Seoul Special City, South Korea, Seoul, Seoul Special City, South Korea
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.
- Check-in
- From 15:00-23:59
- Check-out
- By 11:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Property
- 26 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What time is check-in and check-out?
Check-in runs from 15:00 until 23:59. Check-out is at 11:00.
Is there parking at the hostel?
Yes, parking is available on site.
Are pets allowed?
No, pets are not allowed at Zaza Backpackers Hostel.
Does the hostel have air conditioning?
Yes, air conditioning is listed as an amenity and available in at least some rooms.
Is there a rooftop bar?
Yes, guests mention a rooftop bar that serves food.
Is breakfast included?
Reviews mention a good selection of breakfast food, but the input doesn't specify whether it's included in the rate.
The bottom line
For travellers who want to be in the middle of Myeong-dong's energy without paying for a full-service hotel, Zaza Backpackers Hostel delivers clean rooms, a genuinely helpful team, and a rooftop bar — all with parking, which is rare in central Seoul. It's a practical, no-frills base for exploring the city on foot or by subway.
8.6A simple, well-located guesthouse that gets the basics right.
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