Hostel Vanilla 1 Dongdaemun  

In Jongno, Seoul — about 3 km from the city center and minutes from Dongdaemun Gate and Doosan Tower. Steps from Dongdaemun Market, Gwangjang Market and within easy walking distance of Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP), Changdeokgung, Gyeongbok Palace, Insadong and Cheonggyecheon.

A compact, homey hostel with 9 air-conditioned guestrooms and a communal vibe. Select rooms include kitchenettes and small extras like bottled water, instant coffee/tea, private showers, slippers and complimentary toiletries.

Shared/communal kitchen for DIY meals, complimentary continental breakfast, free Wi‑Fi, on-site laundry and dry cleaning, taxi assistance and accessible parking. Smoke-free property with some rooms offering air conditioning — wake up steps from Seoul’s market buzz.

Complimentary wireless internet keeps you connected. Baggage storage, laundry/dry-clean services and coffee/tea in the lobby make short stays easier.

Complimentary continental breakfast and a communal kitchen for self-catering. Plenty of nearby options, including popular seafood spots in Myeongdong like Todai, Big Guy's Lobster and Jogabi.