Your Guide to the Secrets of Seoul Nightlife

Gangnam is a great place to party if you’re not worried about the price. But if you are on a tight budget, there are plenty of Airbnbs in the area to choose from too. Either way, Gangnam’s an interesting place for first-time travelers to Korea. A pocha is a type of restaurant in Korea where you can get food, affordable drinks, talk freely, and get the ball rolling for the night. You can find them anywhere, but I recommend going to a pocha that is not super close to the clubbing districts (Hongdae and Itaewon


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I’ve heard rave reviews of Zzzip Guesthouse, and I also stayed at Time Travelers’ Party Hostel. Each hostel has a different vibe, so if you’re looking for a more social atmosphere, I’d recommend Time Travelers and Zzzip. If you have friends in the area and just want a quiet hostel to nurse the hangover, then Batwo and Inno are perfect.