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Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your budget for exploring. We’ve heard good things about the aquarium and other attractions in this destination, as well as the local tours.

No two hostels look exactly alike, but these dorm-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms), budget prices, and a social atmosphere.

Ready to book a hostel in town? These ones have the best reviews from our guests and might be a good place to start: NOMAD LIVE - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Jangsan Station. Property features include free breakfast, free WiFi, and a game room. Rooms come with bed sheets and free WiFi. Travel Light Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Lotte Department Store Busan Main Branch. Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and tour assistance. You’ll find towels, showers, and coffee/tea makers in all rooms. Busan Suk Bak Dot Com Guest House - Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Busan Subway Station and Busan Rail Station (XMB). Property features include free breakfast, free WiFi, and tour assistance. Rooms come with towels, showers, and TVs. Calli Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Seomyeon Station. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk, as well as tour assistance. Rooms come with towels, showers, and hair dryers. Mozzi Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Busan Rail Station (XMB). Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a bar. You’ll find towels, showers, and hair dryers in all rooms.

If you’re in the market for a low-cost place to stay in Busan, one of Expedia’s 36 hostels could be a great option.

The weather is important when you’re discovering new places, so here are some stats that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 74°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 43°F. The rainiest months in Busan are July, September, August, and June, with each month seeing an average of 9 inches of rainfall.

In general, Busan is known for its beaches, temples, and seafood. Major attractions include Gwangalli Beach, Lotte Department Store Busan Main Branch, and Haeundae Beach. Get out into nature with places like Dongbaek Island, Samnak Eco Park, and Yongdusan Park. Cultural attractions include Busan Cinema Center, Korea National Maritime Museum, and Huinnyeoul Culture Village.

Keep this information about transit options in Busan in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Gimhae Airport (PUS), located 7.1 mi (11.5 km) away from the city center. An alternative is Ulsan (USN), located 32.6 mi (52.5 km) away. When you’re out and about, you might want to use public transit to get around. Walk to nearby metro stations like City Hall Station, Geojehaemaji Station, and Yangjeong Station. To see more of the area, hop on a train at Busan Geoje Station, Busan Bujeon Station, or Busan Dongnae Station.