Where to stay in Seoul when you are going alone

10 places read, grouped by the choice you are actually making. Every one has been read rather than listed.

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Women only

Properties or dorms that take women exclusively.

Time Travelers Relax GuesthouseWomen only
Female-only dorms and 24 hour reception in Hongdae, with check-in from 2pm.
Homestay · 4.5 from 138 · about $25 a night

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Hostels

Where most first solo trips start, and where meeting people costs no effort.

Oppa Hostel
Hostel · 4.4 from 378
Hostel Korea Original hotel
Hostel · 3.6 from 337
Hostel Tommy, Seoul
Dorms and private rooms in Jongno, with a shared kitchen, breakfast and 24 hour reception.
Hostel · 4.7 from 329
Zzzip Guesthouse Hongdae
Owners Jina and Bryan are the reason women book back-to-back stays here. Secure lockers in the dorms, and the Hongdae location puts Seoul's indie scene at your door.
Hostel · 4.8 from 235 · about $22 a night
Nabi Hostel
Located in Hongdae, Seoul's university district known for nightlife and indie music scene.
Hostel · 4.6 from 225

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Hotels and guesthouses

A door of your own.

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Homestays

Staying in someone’s home, usually with the family there.

Myeongdong House
Every corner of Myeongdong stays lit and busy well into the night, so you step straight out the door into it. Rooms run small but spotless.
Homestay · 3.8 from 156 · about $45 a night