Busan
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Dorm beds in Busan, South Korea range from $10 to $39/night over the next 3 months. HostelHawk tracks 18 properties. Cheapest upcoming dates: Jul 5, Jul 6, Jul 7.
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Hostel prices in Busan, South Korea
A typical dorm night in Busan runs about $11.
Across the upcoming months, July tends to be the cheapest month (from $10/night) and September the most expensive (from $11/night).
At $10/night and up, Busan is one of the more affordable hostel destinations in South Korea.
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Hostels we track in Busan
- Kimchee Busan Downtown Guesthouse 8.4 · 972 reviews
- Blue Backpackers Hostel 9.1 · 480 reviews
- Guest House Dear Moon 9.3 · 400 reviews
- Dynamic Guesthouse 9.0 · 343 reviews
- INSIDE Busan 9.6 · 232 reviews
- One Way Guesthouse Busan 9.5 · 180 reviews
- Kimchee Haeundae Guesthouse 3.7 · 163 reviews
- Nomad Live Hostel 9.4 · 71 reviews
- Elephant Hostel 8.9 · 51 reviews
- K-guesthouse Busan Seomyeon 1 6.6 · 34 reviews
- Ekonomy Haeundae Hostel 7.7 · 21 reviews
- MAMA Guesthouse Haeundae 7.0 · 21 reviews
Local knowledge for Busan
Where to stay
Seomyeon, at the intersection of subway Lines 1 and 2, has the highest concentration of hostels and puts most of the city within a few stops. Nampo-dong, near Jagalchi fish market and BIFF Square on Gwangbokro, is walkable and slightly cheaper if you want to skip the subway most days.
Getting around
- Book in Gwangalli instead of Haeundae. Beds cost noticeably less, the beach is comparable, and Haeundae is 15 minutes away on Line 2.
- Get a T-money card at any GS25 or CU on arrival. It covers subway, city bus, and some taxis, and you reload it at station kiosks without needing cash each time.
- For a cheap seafood meal, go to the vendor stalls on the second floor of Jagalchi market. A full cooked spread costs a fraction of what the sit-down restaurants below charge.
When to go
January and February are the cheapest months. July and August book out weeks in advance as domestic tourists flood Haeundae and Gwangalli for beach season, and October spikes again during the Busan International Film Festival.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a hostel in Busan cost per night?
Dorm beds in Busan currently range from $10 to $39/night based on the next 3 months of availability.
When are the cheapest dates to book a hostel in Busan?
Based on current data, the cheapest upcoming dates for hostels in Busan are July 5, July 6, July 7.
How many hostels does HostelHawk track in Busan?
HostelHawk currently tracks 18 hostels in Busan, South Korea.
What's the cheapest month to book a hostel in Busan?
Based on current availability, July has the lowest hostel prices in Busan, with dorm beds from $10/night.
Is Busan affordable compared to other hostel cities in South Korea?
Busan is one of the more affordable hostel destinations in South Korea, with dorm prices starting from $10/night.
Where do backpackers stay in Busan?
Seomyeon, at the intersection of subway Lines 1 and 2, has the highest concentration of hostels and puts most of the city within a few stops. Nampo-dong, near Jagalchi fish market and BIFF Square on Gwangbokro, is walkable and slightly cheaper if you want to skip the subway most days.
What is the best time of year to visit Busan?
January and February are the cheapest months. July and August book out weeks in advance as domestic tourists flood Haeundae and Gwangalli for beach season, and October spikes again during the Busan International Film Festival.