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ARI House - Hostel

2.0 star property
Adults-only hostel with free WiFi, connected to a shopping center in Seoul

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Front of property
A cartoon panda with a speech bubble saying "Hi~".
A kitchen counter with various food items, a coffee maker, and a microwave.
A pink building with a sign reading "ARI HOUSE".
A small room with a green artificial turf floor, two white chairs with orange accents, a pink table, and a decorative wall with circular patterns.

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, Seoul City Hall
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Seoul (GMP-Gimpo Intl.)
    ‪47 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

Heart of Seoul.Within a 10-minute walk of this Myeong-dong hostel, you'll find Myeongdong Street and Namsan Mountain Park. Also, Namdaemun Market is within half a mile (1 km) and Gyeongbokgung Palace is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Myeongdong Street - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Namsan Cable Car - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Myeongdong Cathedral - 8 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

Adults-only hostel with free WiFi, connected to a shopping center in Seoul
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, multilingual staff, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at ARI House - Hostel.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Seoul hostel.

  • 1 building
  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 2012
  • Deli
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
ARI House - Hostel offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and slippers. Rooms open to patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Seoul hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 27-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels and pay movies. Housekeeping is provided weekly.

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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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

Bedroom

  • Extra futon (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 18 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit 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. 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. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. 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 each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 18 years old aren't allowed.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Alcohol isn't served at ARI House - Hostel.

Property class

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

How close is ARI House - Hostel to the airport?

ARI House - Hostel is 15.6 mi (52-min drive) away from the Gimpo Intl. Airport (GMP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does ARI House - Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at ARI House - Hostel.

Does ARI House - Hostel offer free breakfast?

ARI House - Hostel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at ARI House - Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel, but Seven Luck Casino Millennium Seoul Hilton Branch (18-min walk) and Seven Luck Casino Seoul Gangnam Branch (10-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at ARI House - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at ARI House - Hostel?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does ARI House - Hostel have a pool?

ARI House - Hostel does not have a pool.

Does ARI House - Hostel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does ARI House - Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is ARI House - Hostel to downtown Seoul?

ARI House - Hostel is 0.6 mi away from Seoul.

ARI House - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 105 out of 153 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 43 out of 153 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 153 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 153 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 153 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

KATHERINE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not fancy but clean and the host is friendly and helpful! Location is ideal! We would stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
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
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10/10 Excellent

Jana

Amazing location and staff! Thank you for a great stay in Seoul.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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8/10 Good

Naomi

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
立地が最高 建物は古いが良く手入れされており、ゲストハウスの部類では綺麗だと思います。 水回りも問題なく、水圧も十分でボディソープ、シャンプー、コンディショナーと揃ってました。 大きなバスタオルはありませんが、頼めばボディタオルを多めに使えるので問題ないと思います。 管理人さんが親切で優しいので気持ちよく過ごせました。 明洞に泊まる際はまた利用したいです。
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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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
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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
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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
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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