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8.7

585 reviews

Blue Backpackers Hostel

Blue Backpackers Hostel

454-1, Bujeon 2-Dong, Jin-Gu, Pusan, 47283, South Korea

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+1-833-728-2041

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Free wifi

Air conditioning

Sun deck

Terrace

Soundproof rooms

Non-smoking rooms

Blue Backpackers Hostel

Welcome to the quirky and budget-friendly Blue Backpackers Hostel, nestled in the vibrant city of Busan, South Korea! With room rates starting from just $20 a night, this lively spot is perfect for the adventurous traveler looking for a cozy place to rest their head without breaking the bank. Located 3.8mi from the bustling city center, the hostel strikes a perfect balance between urban exploration and laid-back vibes.

Step inside and discover a world where comfort meets fun! Blue Backpackers offers a range of amenities to enhance your stay, including free WiFi and air conditioning to keep you cool after a day of exploring. Relax on the sun deck or terrace with fellow travelers, and enjoy soundproof rooms that promise a peaceful night's sleep. Being a non-smoking facility, it caters to those who appreciate a fresh and inviting environment.

With 585 reviews, this hostel has earned its stripes among fellow backpackers and wanderers. Travelers rave about its friendly atmosphere and community spirit, making it a perfect place to meet new friends. So pack your bags and head to 454-1, Bujeon 2-Dong, Jin-Gu, where adventure awaits at the Blue Backpackers Hostel!

At Blue Backpackers Hostel, booking your stay is hassle-free, and you have flexibility with payment! Whether you're a cash enthusiast or prefer the reliability of credit cards, the hostel accepts various forms of payment, including Visa, Mastercard, and BC-Card. This allows you to save those precious won for local delicacies or exciting activities while you explore the wonders of Busan.

The accommodation options are as diverse as the travelers who frequent this exciting spot! For those craving a little privacy, the cozy Double Room offers a snug haven complete with a comfortable double bed. If you're traveling with family or friends, the Family Rooms and the spacious Triple Room provide ample space for everyone to relax and unwind after a day of adventures. Solo travelers or larger groups seeking camaraderie can choose from the lively dormitory options—whether it's the 4-bed or the 6-bed dorms, you're guaranteed to make lasting memories surrounded by fellow explorers.

But it's not just about the beds—it's about the experiences! The hostel invites you to kick back and socialize on the sun deck or terrace, where lively conversations and shared stories flow as freely as the local street food vendors' kimchi and tteokbokki. Each encounter at Blue Backpackers is unique, so don’t be surprised if you walk away with a new travel buddy or two! Whether you want to explore the stunning coastline, indulge in the local cuisine, or simply lounge in good company, your adventure starts here. Grab your backpack, and dive into the vibrant culture of Busan from your home base at Blue Backpackers Hostel!

Closest airports

Busan / Gimhae International Airport

6.9mi

Ulsan Airport

34.8mi

Sacheon Airport

55.9mi

Daegu International Airport

55.9mi

Tsushima Airport

62mi

Most popular amenities

Free wifi

Air conditioning

Sun deck

Terrace

Soundproof rooms

Non-smoking rooms

Rooms

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Double Room

1 Double Bed

215 sqft

Free wifi

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Suitable for 2 guests, this air-conditioned room comes with a private bathroom and free Wi-Fi. Extra beds are not available for this room type.

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Dormitory, 4 Bed

215 sqft

Free wifi

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Air-conditioned room with free Wi-Fi can accommodate up to 4 guests. Rate is for 1 guest. Guests have access to shared bathroom and shared toilet facilities.

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Triple Room

250 sqft

Free wifi

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Suitable for 3 guests, this air-conditioned room comes with a private bathroom and free Wi-Fi. Extra beds are not available for this room type.

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Room - 2 Twin

2 Twin Beds

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Single Room

145 sqft

Free wifi

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Suitable for 1 guest, this air-conditioned room comes with a private bathroom and free Wi-Fi. Extra beds are not available for this room type.

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Family

Free wifi

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Dormitory, 6 Bed, Female Only

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Dormitory, 6 Bed

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Guest reviews

8.7

585 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Featured reviews:

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Kathrin

8.2

April 2023

If you want to stay centrally and meet new people, this is the perfect place. The hostel is a 10-15 minute walk from Seomyeon or Buam station, from where you can travel in all directions to see the sights. There are also plenty of cafes, bars, shops and karaoke venues in Seomyeon. You definitely won't get bored. Grab the people sitting in the common room and go out together. The atmosphere is great and the common room is cosy enough to hang out in in the morning or evening. There is free water (both cold and hot), tea bags and coffee. Jin is very nice, gives recommendations and is very accommodating with questions and requests. We were able to leave our luggage there after checking out until it was time for our train. We had a room for two with a private bathroom, both were bigger than expected. We could easily fit two large suitcases in and still had space. There are towels and a hair dryer, and soap and shampoo in the bathroom. Big plus: the bedroom has underfloor heating. For the central location of the hostel, the room was also quite quiet. It was definitely suitable for resting.

There is only one wifi for everyone and it is really weak. My phone lost connection every few minutes on bad days and in the end I could work better with a public wifi than the one in the hostel. If you want to plan a trip and search for trains/buses/entertainment it is quite annoying and takes up a lot of time unnecessarily. There was also a bad smell from the drain in the bathroom. The room has a small window facing the common room, but even if we left it open for the day, the smell didn't really reduce. We couldn't leave the ventilation running 24/7 either, so the smell was there all the time and that wasn't very pleasant.

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Flávia

9.1

July 2024

The hostel has a great location, Jin is very kind, friendly and gave me a lot of tips about my trip to Busan. I loved my stay there. The bus stop (Neospot Apt.) is less than 200m away and you can get to and from the airport with bus 1009-1 for just 2100 won, it's very convenient because it's direct.

I only have one complaint about the strong smell of humidity, but I think it's due to some structural problem with the building, as Jin and her husband clean the hostel every day.

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Matthew

9.1

June 2024

Comfortable bed with both lamps and charger sockets in the headboard Decent shower/bathroom with toiletries provided Small table with 2 chairs in the room Decent location in Seomyeon Free, fast WiFi Room had both Aircon and a fan Nice common area, but not the most social hostel. Fast turnaround on paid-for laundry service. Jin, who runs the hostel, is very friendly, speaks excellent English and has loads of good recommendations for both Busan and Korea as a whole. Highly recommend.

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Axelle

9.1

August 2023

The staff was really friendly and helpful! She did everything in her power to make sure that I was happy in the hostel. It was very clean and it was also cleaned every day. The rooms are nice (AC, private bathroom, nice decor, safe, lockers available, etc.) and the common areas are also good (living room with a tv, music, books, maps, coffee, water, umbrellas in case, etc.) I would 100% recommend this place! Plus, the price/quality ratio is insane, nice room very well located for a small price, thx! Also, very foreigner friendly, I met so many nice people there and had a great time!

I think there could be more ventilation in the bathrooms, but other than that it's okay.

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Eros

10

October 2023

The owner was amazing! I made the booking last minute which meant I pestered her at a bad time which was totally mine/booking.com's fault but she was a champ about it and everything worked out in the end. One day when my phone died she made sure to let me know that some of the others I had met earlier had tried to wait for me at the hostel, and then helped make sure I had really good directions to get to the (really good) restaurant she had sent them to. She really took her time to make sure I was all set up, and was super friendly and helpful. I will definitely go back if I return to Busan in the next couple months :) Bathroom was also amazing!!

The vibes in the lounge weren't great while I was there (just kinda empty), but that happens sometimes in every hostel. I met great people in the room anyways so it all worked out!

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Redrose

8.2

August 2023

1. The lady at reception was friendly, super helpful and spoke very good English (she used to live in the UK so that explains the amazing English!). We had good chats, and i would have to say she is one of the best things about this hostel! 2. A short walk from the metro (around 10 mins depending how fast you walk). 3. 7-11 convenience store right next door. 4. Nice lounge area on the ground floor where you could refill your water, get free tea, use the microwave. There are also charging outlets at each table which i found very handy when i wanted to use my laptop there. 5. luggage storage available if you arrive early or have a late flight 6. Clean and tidy room. Decorated really simply but that's what you get for the price you pay.

1. This is me being picky but i wasn't keen on the bedding. It is just a mattress protector on top of the mattress i.e. there is no bedsheet over the mattress protector, which i am not used to and find strange. The blanket is also very thin. 2. The soundproofing isn't the best as there was one night where i heard the ladies in the room next door laughing/talking really loudly. i guess it depends on your neighbours as i only had the noise issue on one night (it was really quiet the other 2 nights i was there)

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Natalie

9.1

June 2023

Great stay in Busan! Owners were so lovely on check in and check out! Bedrooms aren't the biggest however the beds are very comfy and great air-con and fan in the room. The rooms do lack storage unfortunately however the amazing and stylish bathroom more than makes up for this. Brilliant shower! A really nice social space downstairs and met quite a few travellers down there. Nice quiet location but super walkable to all the hustle and bustle of Busan.

Would be great if they could reading lights and curtains on the bunks. Also the social space downstairs was a little bit messy and cluttered, but feel this could be easily rectified. Also the laundry was a bit expensive. And they have a great rooftop but don't feel their utilising its full potential!

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Lara

10

November 2023

Clean and comfortable room, very spacious and the bathroom was massive. All very clean. I loved the bed, incredibly comfy. The hostel is in a very nice area, next to 2 metros and a fantastic night market. Lots of restaurants and anything you might need to enjoy your stay. The hostel also has the laundry service for 10000 KRW which was perfect for me since I packed very few things. The top for me was the welcome and kindness of Jin, the host. Giving information on where to go and what to do. She really care about the people saying in the hostel. Hopefully I will visit Busan gain and when I do I will stay here again.

This is not a criticism, more a consideration. To reach the hostel one of the way is through a tunnel and a not so busy road. This might be a bit unsettling but the area is actually quiet and safe.

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Caroline

9.1

May 2023

I had a private double room that was clean and comfortable, I never looked into the kitchen but the common area was nice. the host Jin and her colleague are super nice and helpful. I also met great people but I think that’s always depending on who’s there - the hostel has space to socialize so make of that what you will. the Seomyeon area is great for eating (and partying I think), everything is very far in Busan in general, but the lines from seomyeon are direct to a lot of stuff.

the hostel is a bit out of the way (10 mins to subway) and there is one underpass I didn’t like walking through at night - even though it’s Korea so I guess it’s safe.

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John

8.2

September 2024

Close to metro links, etc. and in a central part of town. I didn't spend much time in the area in which the hostel is located, so can't speak to that so much, but the metro to the beaches is very convenient. There's a very nice common room downstairs, too, with very comfy sofas.

It's a little difficult to find if you don't have some kind of smartphone, but everyone has a smartphone apart from me, so it's not their fault.

Points of Interest Around Blue Backpackers Hostel

Attractions

Geumjeong Mt. Fortress (Geumjeongsanseong)

2.2mi

UN Memorial Cemetery

2.9mi

Gwangan Bridge (Gwangandaegyo)

3.5mi

Trick Eye Museum Busan

3.7mi

Busan Tower

3.8mi

Yongdusan Park

3.8mi

Gwangbokdong Food Street

3.8mi

Gukje Market

4mi

Jagalchi Fish Market

4.1mi

Gamcheon Culture Village

4.6mi

Haeundae Beach

6mi

Taejongdae Resort Park

7.1mi

Beomeosa Temple

9.3mi

Haedong Yonggung Temple (Haedong Yonggungsa)

9.8mi

Haedong Yonggungsa Temple

9.8mi

Amenities of Blue Backpackers Hostel

Free wifi

Air conditioning

Sun deck

Terrace

Soundproof rooms

Non-smoking rooms

Stay rules - Blue Backpackers Hostel

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property