Busan Hostel Prices — HostelHound

How much do hostels in Busan cost?

Available dorm-bed prices in Busan, South Korea range from $11 to $93/night over the next 3 months. HostelHound compares 20 hostels. Cheaper dates to stay include Oct 12, Oct 14, Oct 19.

On a typical date, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $12.

Based on current listings, October dorm beds typically start around $12/night.

At $11/night and up, Busan is one of the more affordable hostel destinations in South Korea.

How these prices work: Hostelworld listings, based on one night and the selected dorm-bed type. “Typical starting price” is the median of daily minimum prices across 11 contributing properties—not the typical hostel’s price. Amounts are converted to USD; verify availability and final taxes and fees on Hostelworld. Filters can narrow the advertised results below, but this summary remains citywide. Latest city scrape: 2026-10-05T14:43:50.544Z.

Cheaper dates to stay

The lower-priced dates currently available include October 12 (one night),October 14 (one night),October 19 (one night). Cheaper stay dates show when lower prices are available. They do not say how far ahead to book.

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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 do hostels in Busan cost?

On a typical date, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $12. Dorm beds currently range from $11 to $93/night across the next 3 months of availability.

What are cheaper dates to stay in Busan?

Based on current listed prices, cheaper upcoming dates to stay in Busan include October 12, October 14, October 19.

How many hostels does HostelHound track in Busan?

HostelHound currently tracks 20 hostels in Busan, South Korea.

How much do hostels in Busan cost in October?

Based on current listings, October dorm beds typically start around $12/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 $11/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.