This friendly hostel has boxy dorms with cramped bathrooms but a prime location up the hill from Itaewon's main drag. As at most budget lodgings in the 'hood, guests tend to be a mix of travellers and longer-term residents. The same team also runs the more laid-back Itaewon Hostel & Inn down the hill.
SP@Itaewon Guesthouse
Itaewon & Yongsan-gu
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Nearby Itaewon & Yongsan-gu attractions
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