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448 reviews

Blueboat Hostel Gyeongju

Blueboat Hostel Gyeongju

125-2 Hwango-Dong,Gyeongju, Gyeongju, 780-957, South Korea

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+1-833-728-2041

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Adults only

Free wifi

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Non-smoking rooms

Blueboat Hostel Gyeongju

Welcome to Blueboat Hostel Gyeongju, where adventure meets comfort! Nestled just half a kilometer away from the vibrant city center, this cozy haven offers the perfect launching pad for exploring the rich history and culture of South Korea's ancient capital. With prices starting from an incredible $19, it's an affordable gem for wanderers looking to immerse themselves in the local scene without breaking the bank!

This 2-star hostel is designed with adults in mind, ensuring a laid-back atmosphere that’s ideal for relaxation after a day of exploration. Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi to share your travel tales or plan your next adventure. Feel at home in the air-conditioned rooms, whip up your own culinary creations in the kitchen, or simply lounge in the non-smoking spaces. Guests rave about the delightful atmosphere and friendly vibes, having left over 448 reviews that shine a spotlight on the wonderful experiences they’ve had at Blueboat!

Start your day off right with a complimentary breakfast to energize your escapades through Gyeongju. With all the essential amenities in place, including a vibrant local scene just a short walk away, your stay at Blueboat Hostel Gyeongju promises to be memorable and fun. Don’t miss your chance to explore one of South Korea's most enchanting cities, all while enjoying comfort at a fantastic price!

At Blueboat Hostel Gyeongju, every corner is filled with charm and the spirit of adventure awaits! Whether you’re lounging in one of our cheerful dormitories or cozying up in a comfortable twin room, you're in for a treat. Imagine snuggling into a bunk bed after a day full of exploration or enjoying quiet moments in spaces designed for relaxation. With options like a Female Only Dormitory and a Male Only Dormitory, there's room for everyone to find their perfect fit.

As the sun rises and spills enchanting hues across the city, don’t skip the complimentary breakfast that’s served up to kickstart your day! It's the perfect opportunity to fuel up before venturing out to uncover the ancient treasures of Gyeongju. Stroll through the lively streets teeming with local flavors or dive headfirst into history at the nearby sites. Will you visit the stunning Gyeongju Historic Areas or take a selfie at the celestial Seokguram Grotto? The choices are endless, but you'll always have a cozy spot to return to at Blueboat.

When the day winds down, unwind in our vibrant communal areas where laughter and stories flow as freely as the coffee. Bond with fellow travelers from around the world, share your unique experiences, or perhaps plot your next thrilling escapade! With a smattering of payment options from cash to PayPal, planning your stay couldn’t be easier. Steps from the city center and surrounded by a welcoming atmosphere, Blueboat Hostel Gyeongju is not just a place to stay; it’s your gateway to unforgettable memories!

Closest airports

Pohang Airport

15.2mi

Ulsan Airport

18.8mi

Daegu International Airport

31.5mi

Busan / Gimhae International Airport

48.5mi

Most popular amenities

Adults only

Free wifi

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Non-smoking rooms

Rooms

Twin Room with Shared Bathroom in Blueboat Hostel Gyeongju

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Room - 2 Twin, Shared Bathroom

2 Twin Beds

110 sqft

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Toaster

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Enjoy a cozy stay in our Twin Room with shared bathroom. Equipped with air conditioning and a kitchen, perfect for 2 adults.

Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room in Blueboat Hostel Gyeongju

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Dormitory, 4 Bed, Female Only

1 Bunk Bed

110 sqft

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Toaster

Shower

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Rest comfortably in our cozy 4-bed female dormitory room, featuring a bunk bed, air conditioning, and a kitchen. Perfect for solo travelers seeking a budget-friendly and convenient accommodation option.

Bed in 4-Bed Male Dormitory Room in Blueboat Hostel Gyeongju

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Dormitory, 4 Bed, Male Only

1 Bunk Bed

110 sqft

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Microwave

Air conditioning

Toaster

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Rest in a cozy bunk bed in a male dorm room with air conditioning and kitchen access. Perfect for solo travelers seeking a comfortable stay.

Bed in 6-Bed Male Dormitory Room in Blueboat Hostel Gyeongju

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Dormitory, 6 Bed, Male Only

1 Bunk Bed

140 sqft

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Sleep comfortably in a 140 sqft male dormitory bunk bed room with air conditioning and kitchen access. Perfect for solo travelers looking to relax and recharge.

Bunk Bed Twin Room with Shared Bathroom in Blueboat Hostel Gyeongju

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Room - 2 Twin, Bunk Bed, Shared Bathroom

2 Bunk Beds

110 sqft

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Air conditioning

Toaster

Shower

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Experience cozy comfort in our Bunk Bed Twin Room with shared bathroom, featuring 2 bunk beds and amenities like air conditioning and a kitchen for a pleasant stay for 2 adults.

Triple Room with Shared Bathroom in Blueboat Hostel Gyeongju

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Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

3 Twin Beds

120 sqft

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Relax in our cozy Triple Room with shared bathroom, perfect for 3 adults with 3 twin beds. Enjoy amenities like air conditioning and a kitchen during your stay.

Room, Bunk Bed

1 Twin Bed

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Dormitory, 4 Bed, Single Use, Female Only

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Dormitory, 4 Bed, Single Use, Male Only

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Guest reviews

9.1

448 reviews

Categories of assessments

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Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

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Breakfast

Featured reviews:

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Marion

10

June 2022

The lady working at the hostel is very nice and helpful! If you a question, just ask her, she has very good advice. Her kindness made my stay a lot more enjoyable ^^. Also, the hostel is very well located. You can walk to the tomb complex and the observatory in 15 minutes, and from there get to the bridge and the hanok village very quickly (practical to see attractions at night!). If you haven't booked a transportation ticket yet, I recommend coming by bus because the hostel is a little far from the train station (Singyeongju station around 40min bus ride) while it is only a 25 minute walk from the two bus terminals (right next to each other) or a 5 minute taxi ride (~3500 wons from experience). There is a CU about 1min walk from the hostel as well. The place is very clean and the beds are great!

My stay was amazing but there was one thing I disliked. The staff cleans from 11am to 3pm and you can't stay in the hostel during that time. In itself, it's fine but when I was there it was very hot outside so sometimes it was hard to stay out in the afternoon.

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Max

8.2

February 2024

This hostel was easy to find, and the staff communicated well with me before my visit. The rooms have big lockers and modern beds, the breakfast is the best that I had in Korea, and the temperature of the room was comfortable.

They could use one more toilet in the men's bathroom to avoid potential crowding during busier times of year, and you're supposed to throw used toilet paper in a wastebasket rather than in the toilet itself, which is unsanitary. My other issue was with the AirBnB right next to my room: a group of people partying there kept me up all night, and they were smoking right outside of my window.

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Leanne

9.1

June 2023

Really lovely and clean rooms and communal space. Had a really lovely vibe to it so people got chatting over breakfast / when they were in the kitchen. Rooms being around the kitchen kind of made this happen. Calf massagers were fab! Breakfast was really lovely, having eggs was really nice addition and facilities were great / clean so we didn't have to wait. Nice to have an ice maker alongside the water machine! Hostel was within walking distance to the tombs / hanok village / lots of restaurants and the bridge and palace which was fab! Also lots of public transport nearby and super easy for the bus to Seoul / busan!

lights were turned out in all communal spaces (including the bathrooms at 11pm). You were able to use the bathroom but kitchen felt out of bounds (understandable as the rooms were around the kitchen but worth knowing). Also, you weren't allowed in the hostel / your room between 11am-3pm, I didn't notice this information when booking but again worth knowing as it was impacting some people's travel / we weren't able to come back to the room to freshen up when we wanted. Bed was a bit lumpy, so not the most comfortable, but was fine for a few nights!

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Niklas

8.2

March 2024

The hostel is really close to the tombs. It is just a few walking minutes away. You can also reach it easily via bus. Sleeping Was confortable, but in the first night it was way too hot. Showers were also fine, but only two where not enough for all the people. With the community room in the center of all rooms no real "Hostel atmosphere" was created. Small point deduction for that, as well as one of two hosts not being very friendly.

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Varvara

8.2

January 2024

Great breakfast, clean hostel, good facilities - also free shampoo and stuff in the showers, thank you!

Would be great to remind people after checking it to stay quiet in the rooms and not eat there - some people checked in late and woke up everyone else after turning the light on and eating in the room. It's not the hostel's fault, but would be great to make sure that people stick to the rules. Also my luggage locker wouldn't close, but everything else was great. Thank you!

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Maria

10

April 2023

We checked-in after hours and a lovely old lady from the bakery downstairs helped us get settled and was so kind! The woman at the front desk was also amazing and helped us on the check-out, letting us leave the bags there overnight because we couldn’t bring them to where we were staying. We came back the next day to collect them and they were perfectly taken care of. The facilities at the hostel were so clean and the breakfast served for all tastes. The beds were comfortable and the privacy screen is perfect to have your own stay. If we ever come back to Gyeongju we will definitely be staying here again!!

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Giedre

8.2

July 2023

It's a nice clean hostel with good facilities. The staff was also friendly and helpful. They did the laundry for us as well. We especially liked the fact that you can fry eggs by yourself each morning.

It would have been nice to have a better quality bread and some vegetables. The white bread provided was sweet,so we ended up buying our own bread in bakeries. Moreover, we were not really having a good night sleep. Most probably because of insufficient air circulation in the room but I guess it's alright for travellers who stay 1-2 nights only (we stayed for 6 nights, so it was a bit tiring).

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Won

10

March 2023

A+ hostel through and through. The host was very nice and caring, and it's evident that they know what they're doing. It really isn't easy to find hostels of this quality in Korea, especially outside Seoul. Would definitely revisit!!! Dorm room : new, clean sheets and pillowcase on a comfy bed. electric blanket + ceiling heater + humidifier. bunks don't wobble. Lounge/kitchen : standard hostel lounge. free coffee and tea, as well as a shared computer. breakfast was eggs and toast. Bathroom/shower : shower booths were spacious and clean. shampoo, body wash, shaving cream, etc. are available. only one toilet and sink though. Misc : Wifi works well everywhere, within walking distance of everything

no elevator or ramps, so accessibility may be a problem for some.

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Jia

9.1

March 2023

Overall experience was good and the hostel provided everything necessary for a good stay from a nice heater-blanket, locker and towel to a good breakfast including eggs and cheese. I missed the breakfast hours because I went to Bulguksa really early and came back past the breakfast hours, there's a cute auntie who was cleaning up offered me breakfast when I was back. She quickly got some new milk, bread and told me I could fry eggs and kept asking me if that's enough. She also tried to help me with the touristy stuff using google translate because she can't really speak English. But I really applaud her kind effort and really friendly attitude.

There's enough space to put the big luggage in the room corridor but it's difficult to open it given the narrow corridor. I had to open it in the corridor but that was fine for me.

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Christian

10

November 2022

AMAZING! - Staff were exceptional: Always bringing me snacks and things to try. Doing their utmost best to make me feel at home whilst I was there (honestly most hospitable staff I've had the pleasure of encountering in almost all my travels). - Breakfast: A solid breakfast of cereals, toasts, organic eggs and a few spreads. Absolutely great (especially for the price). - Beds: Comfortable and with electric blankets which were great. - Wifi: Super fast. - Bathrooms: Clean, hot showers and equipped with everything you need (toothpaste, Q-tips, soap, shower gel and shampoo) - Location: Great. Right next to the Silla burial grounds, a 10-min walk to the temples and museum (a must visit btw) and near the bus stop to go to any of the other spots. Overall a MUST STAY for anyone visiting Gyeonjyu!

Nothing bad to say.

Points of Interest Around Blueboat Hostel Gyeongju

Attractions

Cheonmachong

0.5mi

Gyeongju National Museum

1.1mi

Bulguksa Temple

7.4mi

Seokguram Grotto

8.1mi

Junam Wetlands Park

28.6mi

Amenities of Blueboat Hostel Gyeongju

Adults only

Free wifi

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Non-smoking rooms

Stay rules - Blueboat Hostel Gyeongju

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property