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Reviews of Hostel Tommy

66, Donhwamun-ro, Jongno-gu, Jongno-Gu, 03134 Seoul, South Korea

#6 of 531 hotels in Seoul

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Review score

Based on 193 hostel reviews

9.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.2

  • Comfort

    9.1

  • Location

    9.8

  • Facilities

    9.1

  • Staff

    9.7

  • Value for money

    9.3

  • Free WiFi

    9.2

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  • Reviewed: 3 June 2024

    8.0
    Good budget option in a great location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Fantastic location, friendly staff. Handy having light breakfast available in the mornings. Would stay again!

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 June 2024

    10
    Everything I need is herein Hostel Tomi
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything is cool. I wish we had more time

    It was in a touristic area everywhere is so close and people are very kind helpful. They tried to help everything i asked. It was precious to be there for me.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 June 2024

    9.0
    Excellent
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The size of the towel.

    Tommy is very nice and makes you feel comfortable in the hotel. Very organized and silent. Excellent location in a trendy neighborhood. I love it. Near the main palaces and subway station (5-10 minutes walking).

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 May 2024

    10
    The staff are very kind and room clean
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Couldn’t be more better

    Fast and delicious

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 May 2024

    8.0
    Cool hostel with friendly people in an excellent location. We definitely felt welcome.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Small Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our room was small. We knew it would be, it was well described and photographed. I think it's a good choice for a couple of days but for a longer stay, we would pick a bigger one next time.

    The location was superb. Easy to find, easy to access, lots of great activities in the vicinity. They were very kind to us at the hostel. There is a washing room on the rooftop which came in really handy. All in all, excellent value for the price.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 May 2024

    8.0
    Super central location
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I had to ask 3 times to get my room cleaned.

    Super central location, lots of bars and restaurants nearby. Kitchen and laundry provided, nice staff

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 May 2024

    8.0
    Short but pleasant stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Just so you're aware, you have to take stairs before even reaching the desk. I should have look a bit better online, was just a bit of a struggle to be honest.

    There is enough space to put all your stuff and that's for everyone in the room. You are not falling over everyone's stuff. I do like when there is a bathroom in or attached to the room itself. It's just that little bit more easy. It's definitely located very nicely, close to some awesome stuff you can visit.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 May 2024

    8.0
    Really nice stay in perfect location
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Twin Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast served was only sweet items, we had the room cleaned one time during our stay and it was not the best cleaning - especially in the bathroom where behind doors was very dirty and hair on the floor.

    The location is amazing, very close to metro station and to main tourist attractions. Beds were comfortable, pretty big bathroom

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I liked everything

    This is a great hostel, great and lovely staff. The rooms are wonderful, clean and very comfortable.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 May 2024

    9.0
    Great location
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Small Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location and the host was super helpful.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Mini Single Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very nice staff. The location is perfect!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room got a little stuffy at night but three is an air conditioner and that helped.

    Fantastic location close to beautiful historic sites and many lovely cafes and restaurants. Ikseondong is a really cool area and comes alive at night. Felt safe waking around alone at night. Staff were super friendly. Very thankful to Tommy and Nicolas for the hospitality! Bathroom was very clean, bed had nice privacy shades and plenty of storage space. This hostel is very cute inside!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 May 2024

    10
    Good value, good breakfast, nice people
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Small Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our room would benefit from some hooks on the wall.

    OK the rooms are as small as in the photos but this is a lovely place. The owner Tommy tries to introduce himself to all guests and the French young man at breakfast is multi lingual and really quite charmingly unassuming. Breakfast was the best we’ve had so far - coffee good, milk and juice, toast and cereal. Good value

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 May 2024

    9.0
    Nice place
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Small Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The breakfast could have some salty options.

    The place was amazing. The staff was very friendly; we even met Tommy. The beds were comfy. The place was right next to a 7-11, and there were also a lot of restaurants in the area. I would highly recommend it.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything

    I really enjoyed my stay there, location is excellent and the staff is even better: Tommy and, especially , Nicolas are super friendly and approachable.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 April 2024

    10
    Home away from home
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I loved everything about Hostel Tommy. The room was a good size, very clean and comfortable. The hostel also has a cute common area with sofas, games, water refill, kitchen etc. The hostel also has laundry facilities and a terrace. Strong wifi all over too. Tommy, the owner is one of the loveliest gentlemen I have ever met in my life. He is so friendly and sweet. He took care of me really well on my last day even AFTER I checked out as I felt unwell. It touched my heart. I feel he is my Korean Uncle. I 100% recommend every traveller to book a stay here.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2024

    9.0
    I had a great time at Hostel Tommy.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Twin Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff was super friendly and the room was very nice as well. The Hostel also has a very nice rooftop and washing area.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 April 2024

    10
    warm atmosphere, great terrace and spacious female dorm with private bathroom
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    One of the best hostels I ever stayed. Female from with 6 beds and private bathroom during peak season of cherry blossom. First of all, the room is has space! Not only there are enough space for everyone’s bags, but also hangers and shelves. Hairdryer in the room. Hot water, good bathroom. Breakfast is also great! The terrace and laundry is a big bonus. I don’t know what place can be better in Seoul. I took bus 6011 from the airport for 17.000 KRW and walk to the hostel 5 minutes, like it better than a busy train for 10.000 KRW with line changing. There are fast wifi at the hostel and almost everywhere in the city, so I didn’t buy a simcard and felt ok. All you need is T-money transportation card. Money exchange located near metro station, 3 minutes walk. Plenty of food and shops are around.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Twin Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Spacious room. Very friendly and caring staff. Location is top. Near a good subway hub and in a very fun neighborhood.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location is great, close to restaurants, tourist attractions and a metro station. I also liked that I could leave my backpack there before the checkout. Lastly, the lobby has an open shared space to eat, read, watch tv, small kitchenette, great place!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 March 2024

    9.0
    Excellent value for money
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Noise from other rooms at late hours.

    Clean and convenient location, walking distance to main attractions in city centre, close to train station, restaurants, etc.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 March 2024

    9.0
    Lovely staff and great location
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I'd recommend a private room if you don't mind paying a little more, esp for the privacy. I think curtains instead of blinds work better for the dorm beds (less noise when you want to get up in the middle of the night for a dash to the bathroom!) so I'd recommend that be changed.

    This is an awesome hostel for the price and especially for the location - it's walking distance to the palaces, bukchon village, the subway (this is crucial!!!) and there's a convenience store right next door. Opposite the hostel is also an incredible food scene within the neighborhoods alleyways. The staff were so welcoming too, and the checking in process is super duper easy! I arrived at 11pm and was able to do a quick self check-in which I was glad for after my long day on the plane. I stayed in the womens-only dorm when I was here. Next time, I plan on getting a private room!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 March 2024

    10
    Charming experience
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 9 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    If you have huge luggage 🧳, the staircase will pose a problem especially if you're alone. I highly recommend using a travellers backpack 🎒. But it's not impossible to lug the luggage up. It's just a bit tiresome. If you're lucky, Tommy will be there in person to help you out! If you checked in late after 9pm like we did, we had quite a time with our luggage. The washer and dryer has a weird time frame of 4pm to 10pm. I understand that they may be noisy to use after 10pm but I'm unsure why we couldn't use it in the morning. But hey, we're on a short trip where we go out everyday so, obviously we couldn't find the time to do our laundry. But for travellers who stay for a longer time, they're very useful!

    Everything! The bed is comfortable, the room is spacious enough for us to open up two big pieces of luggage and still have space to walk around. I asked for an extra blanket before arrival and it was there when I arrived! So happy! The bathroom is clean and impeccable. There's a shower curtain that separates the sink+showerhead area from the toilet. That way we can at least make sure our clothes and towels won't get hit by the shower when it's in use. There's a towel holder above the toilet and two hooks behind the door for extra towel holding space. They only provided two hangers but when I asked Tommy for two more, he generously passed them to me without questions. There's a dressing table with a mirror by the leg of the bed plus a mini refrigerator under it. You have to plug in the fridge to use it. By the entrance, there is a mirror, a small wall-table and a hair dryer. It can also serve as a dressing table obviously. There's another small bedside table for us to peruse too. There's definitely more than enough space and mirrors for two ladies in the room. Tommy is also a great host who provides good advice on places to go and whatnot. I wish I had more time to communicate with him so I could learn more and perhaps get more recommendations from him. I only went for the breakfast once throughout my stay and it's fine as it is. There's two different cereals with milk and orange juice. There are two coffee brewers, and they finish very fast so you might have to make a new pot if necessary . Three toasters and bread slices. Eggs aren't provided, if I'm not wrong, but you can buy your own and use their pans and kitchen tools to cook them. The fridge is also very big and you can leave your groceries in them with stickers provided for you to write down your room number. The roof top is a nice place for you to relax and have a smoke if you want. The hammock was my haven for those few nights I was there.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 March 2024

    10
    Very attentive to the needs of a foreign tourist, while maintaining a family-esque atmosphere.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room for 4 pax
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Nothing to dislike.

    Self serve breakfast was good. Both staff and tenants were friendly. Very cozy atmosphere. Feels like a second home. Also proides a lot of neccessities for a foreigner's stay.

    Stayed in March 2024

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