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Hostel Tommy

3.0 star property
Family-friendly 3-star hostel near Gwangjang Market

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Terrace/patio
1. Mini Single Room | Street view
Exterior
5. Family Room for 4 people
Family Room for 6 people

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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66, Donhwamun-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, Seoul, 110-360
  • Insa-dong
    7 min walk
  • Cafe SECRET GARDEN
    1 min walk
  • Jongno 3-ga Station
    6 min walk
  • Seoul (GMP-Gimpo Intl.)
    55 min drive

Room options

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Terrace/patio

Mini Double Room

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room for 6 people

Family Room for 6 people

  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Terrace/patio

2. Deluxe Double Room

  • 14 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Terrace/patio

4. Triple Room

  • 16 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Terrace/patio

8. Shared Dormitory Women Only for 6 person "Women Only"

  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Terrace/patio

1. Mini Single Room

  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Terrace/patio

6. Family Room for 5 people

  • 20 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Terrace/patio

Deluxe Twin Room

  • 15 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Terrace/patio

5. Family Room for 4 people

  • 17 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the area

Seoul

City center stay.With a stay at this Jongno-gu hostel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Gwangjang Market and 2 miles (3 km) of Gyeongbokgung Palace.
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What's nearby

  • Gwangjang Market - 11 min walk
  • Bukchon Hanok Village - 18 min walk
  • Gwanghwamun - 18 min walk
  • Myeongdong Street - 20 min walk
  • Gyeongbokgung Palace - 2 min drive

Getting around

  • Jongno 3-ga Station - 6 min walk
  • Seoul Station - 10 min drive
  • Incheon Intl. Airport (ICN) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪익선우즈 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪한국전통음식연구소 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪라미스콘 익선점 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪살롱순라 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪잘빠진메밀 - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hostel Tommy

Family-friendly 3-star hostel near Gwangjang Market
There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

You'll find a 24-hour business center on site. A rooftop terrace, an arcade/game room, and concierge services are also featured at the family-friendly Hostel Tommy. A complete renovation of Hostel Tommy was completed in February 2021.

This 3-star Seoul hostel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 23 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 2013
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
Hostel Tommy offers 23 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature slippers and hair dryers. This Seoul hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices). Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include showers. Irons/ironing boards and change of towels can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on request.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Japanese, Korean, Malay

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's games
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Children's toys
  • Highchair
  • Laundry facilities
  • Musical instruments
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

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 continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • 1 bar

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table

Accessibility

  • This property does not have elevators

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Electrical adapters/chargers
  • Heated floors
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide
  • Slippers
  • Soundproofing
  • Turndown service
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 1 year old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • One child 1 year old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Yellow Brick2
Tommy Seoul
Yellow Brick2 Hostel Seoul
Yellow Brick2 Seoul
Yellow Brick Hostel 2 Seoul
Hostel Tommy Seoul
Yellow Brick 2 Seoul
Yellow Brick 2
Hostel Tommy Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Hostel Tommy Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Seoul

Hostel Tommy Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 107 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 107 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 107 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 107 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 107 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maarun

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the staff were very nice & very helpful even though , except the CEO, others were not fluent in English. Our flight arrived late and we reached Hostel Tommy at 1 am. Had no toruble with self check-in. It is quiet a place, just a 5-6 minutes walk from Jongno 3-ga subway station and 15 - 20 minutes walking distance to palaces. There is a 7-11 on ground floor of this building several eating places near the subway station. Breakfast is simple cereals & toast . But you can use the microwave and dining / common area throught the day. The only discordant note was about room cleaning. It was mentioned that it would be done every third day. We stayed for four days. Our room was not cleaned. Since we could get fresh towels from reception ( and leave the old ones there) it was not a big deal for us. But would have been nice. We do look forward to staying here on our future visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allen

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Want to visit again :)
Tommy and Nicholas were so friendly and made us feel so welcome! They went out of their way to be helpful and gave us loads of good tips for our trip. In fact we tried to book again on our way back but it was booked out. Highly recommended, really great location to walk around, eat and enjoy Seoul! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay! Tommy was wonderful and the rest of the staff was very kind. The AC and shower could use an update but other than that everything was perfect. We will definitely stay again if we are back in seoul
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hostel was very ideally located for visiting many places, including Jongmyo shrine and Insa-dong. It is also fairly close to the Jongno 3-ga subway station, so transportation is easy. The rooms were very clean, and I enjoyed having a private bathroom.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really cozy and pleasant stay :)
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hostel is in a great area. The beds were comfortable and the rooms quiet. The staff were friendly and helpful. The whole place was clean and welcoming. It was a great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Warintorn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel location is really great, walkable from the stations and famous attractions such as palaces. There are also convenient stores nearby, and one is right next to the hotel. Tommy and staff are really kind and helpful. The room was also warm and comfortable.

10/10 Excellent

Pok Him

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very spacious, clean, and close to palaces. And late at night there are many restaurants around open
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is incredibly friendly, kind, and helpful. Room was small but very clean and exactly as advertised. Would absolutely stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hao

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tommy was so hospitable and welcomed me with great service. He even offered a scarf and heat pack for the cold weather. I would definitely recommend this hostel.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean, excellent location, great breakfast, tommy is v friendly and helpful. Very good value.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tat Miin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tat Miin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Suk, Fairfax

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tommy and his staff are amazing hosts, super friendly and helpful! The property is in a great location, clean and well taken care of.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location and price was good The airport bus stop was a few minutes walk from the hotel. The only thing I didn’t like was there was no elevator, I had to carry my big luggages upstairs to the reception and room.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mikayla

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great value
Really great stay at hostel Tommy, he made an effort to get to know all guests which made the stay much more comfortable as we could approach him with any questions about seoul. Overall the room was very clean and great value for money.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is my first time at Hostel Tommy. I was very impressed everything in this hostel. First, the hostel is very close to subway station (Jongno 3-ga) you can reach there only 3 minutes by walk. Moreover, the hostel is very close to 2 supermarkets and many Korean restaurants. You can walk only 3-5 minutes to popular touritst destination like Changdeokgung Palace from the hostel. What's a convenient!!!! All staff here is very friendly and helpful. They all can speak English well and ready to help you if you want. Room size is bigger than I imagine and all facilities is good. It would be better if the towel is bigger. I highly recommend you all to stay here and next time in Seoul, I promise I'll be here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ji Rui Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Family-friendly! Top-notched hostel!
Reception: Was welcomed by Mr Tommy himself and I have to say it was certainly one of the most heartwarming welcomes i have received considering how i am a frequent traveller. Fast check-in too as the room was ready upon arrival. Just to note that there is a flight of stairs to climb, so moving the luggages up might be slightly challenging at times. Room: The room is clean and have adequate amenities within, just take note that used towels have to be brought out to the main area in exchange for new ones. There is also floor heating in the room so not too worry if you're visiting during the winter period. Simple breakfast provided - eg. cereals, bread, eggs, coffee/tea/milk Location: 5 mins walk away from the Jongno 3(sam)-ga subway station, so that's a very big plus! 10-15 mins walk away from the famous Insadong street. Convenience stores are just downstairs and along the street to/from the subway station. Pretty quiet, yet still safe when walking in the vicinity at night. Price point: Value for money! You definitely get more than what you've paid for!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Chante

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Nl, Fremont, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
First time stay in hostel
The hotel location is VERY convenient and safe. The room is clean. Jenny and Justin are very kind and helpful. Tommy is also very nice. The overall stay is beyond our expectation. Thank you guys!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2018