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ARI House - Hostel

2.0 star property

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A cartoon panda with a speech bubble saying "Hi~".
A room with a bed, a TV, and a window with blinds.
Interior
A kitchen counter with various food items, a coffee maker, and a microwave.
Front of property

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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11-4, Toegye-ro 22-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, Seoul, 100-043
  • Place, Myeongdong Street
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Myeongdong Cathedral
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Lotte Department Store
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Seoul (ICN-Incheon Intl.)
    ‪84 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Single (Korean Ondol Style) (Foreigner Only)

A small, modern room with a white desk, a flat-screen TV, a mirror, and a red coat rack.

Standard Single (Korean Ondol Style) (Foreigner Only)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • 86 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Futon
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Double (Korean Ondol Style) (Foreigner Only)

A stack of neatly folded white and pink bedding in a corner of a room with wooden flooring.

Standard Double (Korean Ondol Style) (Foreigner Only)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 97 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Futon
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Large Double Room (Korean Ondol Style) (Foreigner Only)

A red storage box with multiple compartments, likely for shoes, placed on a tiled floor near a white wall.

Large Double Room (Korean Ondol Style) (Foreigner Only)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Futon
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Seoul

Located in Myeong-dong, ARI House - Hostel is within a 5-minute walk of Myeongdong Street and within 15 minutes of other popular attractions like Namsan Mountain Park. This 12-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi. It's connected to a shopping center in central Seoul, and also a short walk from Lotte Department Store and Namdaemun Market.
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What's nearby

  • Myeongdong Street - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Myeongdong Cathedral - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Lotte Department Store - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Namdaemun Market - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Seoul City Hall - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Myeong-dong Station - 2 min walk
  • Seoul Station - 18 min walk
  • Incheon Intl. Airport (ICN) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Myeong-dong Kyoja - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪A Twosome Place - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪瑞源 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The North Face - ‬2 min walk

About this property

ARI House - Hostel

Guests of ARI House - Hostel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and microwave in a common area. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with luggage storage, and offer advice about sights and eateries nearby. Other amenities at this adults-only hostel include express check-out, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
27-inch LCD TVs come with cable channels and pay movies, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers, free toiletries, and slippers. Patios, refrigerators, and microwaves are also standard. Weekly housekeeping is available.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 2012
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Mosquito nets
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Extra futon (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 27-inch LCD TV with cable channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heated floor
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; 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
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property's policy is to accept bookings only from travelers who are not residents of Korea. Guests whose residence is in Korea will not be allowed to check in.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not permitted to stay at this adults-only property (only guests 18 and older are allowed)

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • A late check-out fee will be charged
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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 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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-9:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 19
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking out is easy with express services.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The hostel can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Some facilities may be restricted. For more details, contact the property. Contact information can be found on your booking confirmation.
  • No alcohol is served at ARI House - Hostel.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

ARI House
ARI House Hostel
ARI House Hostel Seoul
ARI House Seoul
ARI House
ARI House - Hostel Seoul
ARI House - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
ARI House - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Seoul

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at ARI House - Hostel?

ARI House - Hostel provides free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see around ARI House - Hostel?

This hostel is situated in Myeong-dong within a 10-minute walk of Myeongdong Street and Namsan Mountain Park. You'll also find Lotte Department Store and Namdaemun Market less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at ARI House - Hostel?

No, there isn't parking available at the hostel.

Does ARI House - Hostel include a casino on the premises?

No, ARI House - Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at ARI House - Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Is ARI House - Hostel good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this adults-only hostel include a heated floor and slippers along with a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at ARI House - Hostel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hostel.

Does ARI House - Hostel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, ARI House - Hostel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does ARI House - Hostel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at ARI House - Hostel though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at ARI House - Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from ARI House - Hostel?

The closest major airport to ARI House - Hostel is Gimpo Intl. Airport (GMP), which is 15.6 mi away (52 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at ARI House - Hostel?

Yes, every room at ARI House - Hostel comes with a patio and some offer mountain and city views.

ARI House - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 152 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 43 out of 152 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 152 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 152 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 152 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! The staff was so friendly and helpful. The location is excellent. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jana

Amazing location and staff! Thank you for a great stay in Seoul.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The guesthouse was very well maintained and the host was very kind.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to transport, shops, restaurants and leafy park for nice walk and quiet time.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The owner was hospitable and friendly. The snack bar is free and choices were sufficient. I will stay here next time I visit Korea.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Blake

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great. The host were especially friendly and welcoming and explain where everything was and how it works. It was easy to check in from the train station and easy to get around.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was beyond lovely and sweet and made our stay extra special. Thank you so much!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel Gerard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Centrally located. Clean. And best of all excellent service from Sue Hsu Han Jung.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Swaran

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

Wonderful stay at Ari House!

What a special place tucked away in the heart of Seoul! Staff were friendly and gave us suggestions. There is no elevator in the building so be prepared to walk up the steep stairs. Loved the ondai style beds and made us get into the mood of being in Korea.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joenard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They embodied the theme of the guesthouse. They have very accommodating hosts and food are always available. Ammenities were complete. A convenient place to stay, 2 min walk to airport limousine and myeongdong station. 5 min walk to myeongdon walking street. You can have all streetfood and shopping you want!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laressa

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

Amazing Guesthouse and the Sweetest Staff!

Staying at Ari Guesthouse was truly one of the best accommodation experiences I’ve ever had. The staff were incredibly kind, attentive, and always willing to help — you can really feel how much they care about their guests. The location couldn’t be better — just a short walk from the subway, the airport limousine bus, the night market, and all the main shops in Myeongdong. It’s also super easy to explore other areas of Seoul from there. Even being far from home, I genuinely felt comfortable and welcomed. Yes, there are stairs and you sleep on the floor, but that wasn’t a problem at all since I already knew it when booking. The hospitality I received completely made up for it. My experience in Seoul was amazing, and Ari Guesthouse made it even more special. If you’re lucky, you might even spot the adorable street cats that sometimes show up at the entrance.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Zadjad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely nice staff - very caring and family like :) In Expedia it showed "breakfast" included, but the breakfast really was just 2 kinds of bread and 1 kind of (self made) marmalade 2 kinds of cereals. Different very good self made teas, water, and non-vegetarian cup noodles are always available. I was a bit disappointed by the "breakfast" but can understand that they don't want to provide more choices as the guesthouse is rather small. Rooms are very small and shower and toilet are in the same space without separation. The guesthouse is easily reachable from the airport by taking bus 6017 directly to myongdong (last station) costing 17000 KWR/person.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wei Jian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If your a westerner, be prepared for a bit of a culture shock if you haven't lived in similar style lodging before. Fortunately, I knew what I was getting into and was prepared for it. In terms of cleanliness, staffing and amenities, I cannot find any fault with them. The only thing I didn't like was the hot water system either too hot or too cold. There was never an inbetween. I loved the experience. Thank you Ari House..I'll be back when I return
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Naoko

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
スタッフさんがとても親切でした。 いろいろ調べてくれたり、すごく助かりましたー
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KANNA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
オーナーが親しみやすい方でサービスもとても良く、あたたかい所でした！！
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
매우 친절한 서비스. 위치도 좋고 라면도 먹을수 있고 언제든 먹을수 있는 간식도 준비해 주시고 아침도 빵과 손수만든 잼과 티도 너무 맛있었어요
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Y

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
非常に親切で、温かく迎え入れて下さる宿です。清掃も行き届いており、お水、お湯、その他ドリンク類、パン、ラーメン、お菓子まで用意されていて、手厚いです。立地も非常に良く、夜は静かで快適に過ごせる良い宿でした。評価の高さに納得！
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quarto limpo com ar condicionado, frigobar e tela nas janelas. A cozinha comunitária tem bebedouro de agua quente e fria. Equipe muito simpática e prestativa. Está muito bem localizado, entre as saidas ds estação de metro de myeongdong, atras da loja de 12 andares da DAISO.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

BIK WAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
他們很友好，免費提供簡單麵包手工果醬茶包咖啡和杯麵。 房間非常整潔，厠所和沖涼水壓非常好。 位置非常好，在王子酒店隔離的小斜坡上，從旅館出發不用5分鐘就到地鐵2號出口和位於馬路對面的機場巴士站6001和6015號和夜市，而Diaso也在隔壁。 唯一不好是沒有電梯和沒有椅子在房內！
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

YUKO

Liked: Staff & service
1人旅には適している宿です。館内に喫煙スペースもあり、スタッフの方もとても親切です。立地も最高です。予約が取れれば アリハウスさんにお世話になっています。
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MASANAO

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

最大の長所は明洞駅近くにあること

このホステルの最大の長所は明洞駅から徒歩2分と近く場所も分かりやすいこと。部屋は狭いですが清潔で、外出中心なら問題なし。あと、朝食にパンとコーヒーを無料でサービスしていただき、カップラーメンまで無料でした。細やかな気配りができているホステルだと思います。
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KATSUMI

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
明洞駅からすぐで立地最高 スタッフが感じ良くて親切 無料の軽食や飲物もあり ホスピタリティ最高
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Haruka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
清潔で床暖房完備　良いところだった
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

YUKO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
駅近。スタッフの方の対応も素晴らしい。喫煙所も宿内にあります。1人旅には最適です。
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

YOSHIHIRO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
ここは明洞も駅が近く、とても静か。 寝るだけなら、最高の場所。 スタッフは基本英語だけど、理解に努めてくれる。たまに日本語の話せる人もいる。 また来たいホテルです。 目の前がダイソーなので、無いものは買える。 This hotel is near from myongdong station. Also so quiet. If you want to stay for sleeping, that's so good. Staff can speak English, however they try to understand us.A lady who can speak Japanese well is sometimes there,if you have a lucky. I'd like to stay again. Thank you so much.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024