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The Square Hostel Jongno

Property class: 2

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A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling-mounted air conditioner, and a window with curtains.
A hallway with two framed artworks on the wall, a glass door leading to a hotel room, and a green exit sign above the door.
A parking garage with a fire extinguisher, a sign, and two bollards.
A reception desk with a sign reading 'INFORMATION THE SQUARE HOSTEL' and a digital information kiosk to the left.
A modern building with multiple floors, a visible entrance, and a sign indicating 'The Square Hotel.'

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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9, Supyo-ro 26-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul, Seoul, 03139
  • Place, Insa-dong
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Cheonggyecheon
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Myeongdong Street
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Seoul (GMP-Gimpo Intl.)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Twin Room, Private Bathroom

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, an air conditioning unit, and a window with curtains.

Twin Room, Private Bathroom

  • City view
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a telephone, a television mounted on the wall, and a waste bin.

Double Room, Private Bathroom

  • City view
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Family Room, Private Bathroom

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, an air conditioning unit, and a window with curtains.

Family Room, Private Bathroom

  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Large Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Single Room, Private Bathroom

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a mini-fridge, and a ceiling light.

Single Room, Private Bathroom

  • City view
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Single Bed

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About the area

Seoul

At The Square Hostel Jongno you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like Insa-dong and Cheonggyecheon. Highlights at this hostel include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, express check-out and dry cleaning/laundry services. Added amenities include laundry facilities and a microwave in a common area. .Attractions within a 15-minute walk of this Jongno-gu hostel include Gyeongbokgung Palace and Gwangjang Market.
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What's nearby

  • Insa-dong - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Cheonggyecheon - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Gwangjang Market - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Gyeongbokgung Palace - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Myeongdong Street - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Jongno 3-ga Station - 3 min walk
  • Seoul Station - 14 min drive
  • Seoul (GMP-Gimpo Intl.) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Play Moxy - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Moxy Pickup - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪행복한 전집 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪익선동 Cafe the Common - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪기러기둥지 - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Square Hostel Jongno

The Square Hostel Jongno offers its guests laundry facilities, dry cleaning/laundry services, and express check-out. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Square Hostel Jongno also features a lift, a microwave in a common area, and a water dispenser.

This Seoul hostel is smoke free.

  • 29 guestrooms or units
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Water dispenser
The Square Hostel Jongno offers 29 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and shared/communal kitchens. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 2:00 AM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
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 on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

The Square Hostel Jongno Seoul
The Square Hostel Jongno Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
The Square Hostel Jongno Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Seoul

Frequently asked questions

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Square Hostel Jongno?

No, The Square Hostel Jongno does not offer an airport shuttle service.

How much does it cost to stay at The Square Hostel Jongno?

As of 25 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Square Hostel Jongno on 11 Nov 2026 start from NZ$131, 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 time are check-in & check-out at The Square Hostel Jongno?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Square Hostel Jongno?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Square Hostel Jongno Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 9 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Staff & service
フロント方が親切ではなかった
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
とても清潔感があり、宿泊に於ける設備は万全に整ってました。 チェックアウトもカードをカウンターのトレーに置いて出て行くだけのセルフ形式なのもスピーディーなので助かりました。 また機会があれば利用したいと思います。
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
지은지 얼마 안 된 것같음. 역 근처, 주변 접근성 등 위치 좋음. 유일한 단점은 냄새가 심함.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
こちらの携帯の事情かわからないけど、Wi-Fiがつかえなかった 浴室、トイレスペース 汚臭が気になった
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026