Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel

2.0 star property

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Exterior
Shared fridge, microwave
Cafe
Sports facility
Sports facility

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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334 Toegye-ro, Seoul, Seoul, 04614
  • Place, Dongdaemun Design Plaza
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Dongdaemun Market Mall
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Seoul (GMP-Gimpo Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Room options

Stay Single

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 142 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Stay Bunk

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Stay 201

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Shared Dormitory, Men only (6 Persons)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Shared Dormitory, Women only (6 Persons)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Stay Single

  • Sleeps 1

Bunk Bed

  • Sleeps 2

1 Bed in Male-Only 6-Bed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1

1 Bed in Female-Only 6-Bed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1

Stay 201

  • Sleeps 2

Large Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Shared Dormitory, Men Only (6 Persons)

  • Sleeps 1

About the neighborhood

Seoul

Located in Jung-gu, Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel is within a 5-minute walk of Dongdaemun Design Plaza and within 15 minutes of other popular attractions like Dongdaemun History and Culture Park. This 54-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like a coffee shop/cafe, free in-room WiFi, and a library. It's connected to a rail/subway station in central Seoul and also close to Myeongdong Street and Namdaemun Market.

What's nearby

  • Dongdaemun Design Plaza - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Dongdaemun History and Culture Park - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Migliore Mall - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cheonggyecheon - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Dongdaemun Market Mall - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station - 4 min walk
  • Seoul Station - 11 min drive
  • Incheon Intl. Airport (ICN) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪마노핀익스프레스 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Projec.D - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Conhas - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Jean Frigo 장프리고 - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel

Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel features free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with luggage storage, and offer advice about sights and eateries nearby. Additional amenities include a library, express check-in, and express check-out.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Memory foam beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and slippers. Wardrobes or closets are also included. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

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

  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • 카페 쏘리낫쏘리 SORRY NOT SORRY

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine
  • Virtual front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request) (for a fee)
  • Multilingual staff

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (83 inch wide door)
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Mobile key entry
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • One child 3 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Housekeeping fee: KRW 10000

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 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking in and out are 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as 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 debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Mangrove Dongdaemun
Mangrove Dongdaemun Hostel
Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel Seoul
Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel?

Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel provides free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel?

As of Apr 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel on May 6, 2026 start from $81, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do around Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel?

This hostel is situated in Jung-gu within a short 6-minute walk of Dongdaemun History and Culture Park and also 11 minutes on foot from Dongdaemun Market Mall. You'll also find Myeongdong Street and Namdaemun Market within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel?

No, there isn't parking at this hostel.

Does Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel have a casino?

No, Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Is Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hostel will appreciate amenities like premium bedding and slippers as well as a coffee shop/cafe.

Are there hot tubs at Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel?

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

Does Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel.

Are there connecting rooms at Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel?

The closest major airport to Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel is Gimpo Intl. Airport (GMP), which is 20.5 mi away (55 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel.

Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 106 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 106 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 106 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 106 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 106 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very nice, the room was good! Sometimes the cleanliness was not perfect, but overall ok. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Faith

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lukas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, very affordable, and easy to use. No complaints!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
一人でシングルルームに宿泊しましたが、とても快適でした。部屋自体はそこまで広くないですが、洋服を収納できる場所も多く、デスクなどあったり、とても過ごしやすかったです。シャワーと洗面所が同じ場所にあるので、気になる方はいるかもしれません。次回も泊まりたいと思っています。
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Chi Wai

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was my first time to do self check in/ check out in the hotel...
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Paggie

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will definitely recommend to friends if they are visiting Seoul! Such a nice hostel that has everything you need, even the laundry is free!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

KA FAI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
地點方便,很近地鐵站。機場巴士也在附近,進出機場都方便。附近亦有便利店。清潔也不錯,下次可以再入住。
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yau Chun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Liked it.
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

??

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
いつも快適に宿泊しております。ありがとうございました。
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

MASAKI

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Tsz Kwan Kelly

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

TAKAKO

Liked: Cleanliness
綺麗なホテルでした!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Junko

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
セブンイレブンが閉店していた。
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miao Hsin

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olaf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Sauberes Zimmer
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yi-Hsin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
機場巴士6001可到(走路3分鐘)附近有GS25,在東大門DDP鬧區旁邊,離地鐵站走路10分鐘,6人宿舍空間有點小,大行李會打不開,較適合小行李箱
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mai

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
清潔な客室、アクセスがいい
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Tsz Kwan Kelly

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Motofumi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
スタッフさんの対応とお部屋のデザインセンスが良かったです
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chi

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
太棒了
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025