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Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences
4.5/5382 Reviews

Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences

Dongdaemun Market Seoul|0.31km from Seoul Lantern Festival

Latest booking 17 hrs ago

Excellent. The check-in and check out was quick and easy. Breakfast was abit expensive but quite good. The room was abit spacious, and clean. Location was about 6min slow walk away from DDP station. exit 12 lift. Location was walkable to Gwangjang market for food. Kudos to the cleanliness, location and amenities.
JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul
4.6/5129 Reviews

JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul

Dongdaemun Market Seoul|0.44km from Seoul Lantern Festival

Latest booking 18 hrs ago

Location 5 stars, access dongdaemun metrol stn from hotel B1 / LL. Many places to shop nearby. Clean and spacious room. Hotel is bless with many good staff that speak good english, attentive and helpful! Only complaint is I am given a room that face the wall of next building. Advise to request for room with at least a view of the city.
The Ambassador Seoul - A Pullman Hotel
4.3/5198 Reviews

The Ambassador Seoul - A Pullman Hotel

Dongdaemun Market Seoul|0.98km from Seoul Lantern Festival

Latest booking 17 hrs ago

Service staff (Jayden Park) was very unfriendly and unhelpful , when we asked him to point out to us , the location of the bus stop which would lead us to the airport limousine bus (to Incheon airport). We were very lost as tourists and did not know Korean language at all, and the need to know the exact bus stop point (in order not to miss our flight) is of utmost importance . The counter staff Jayden Park also gave us a very unwelcoming and unfriendly look when we insisted for his help to show us the bus stop location (which he reluctantly did after our many attempts , which was a very stressful experience for me as a tourist), it made me feel insecure and an immense upset feeling , totally unexpected for a five star Pullman hotel standard. Please review your counter staff performance . Not recommended for tourists.
The Shilla Seoul
4.7/5343 Reviews

The Shilla Seoul

Dongdaemun Market Seoul|1.48km from Seoul Lantern Festival

Latest booking 23 hrs ago

The hotel staff are incredibly friendly, polite and helpful, they really make you feel like home at the hotel. The housekeeping attendant is meticulous, with high attention to details in her work and keep the room clean to the highest standard, never seen this in any of the other top rated hotels. Important to mention that both current and past Chinese leaders stayed in this establishment during their various visits to Korea. The services in this hotel are just top of the class.
Lotte Hotel Seoul Executive Tower
4.6/595 Reviews

Lotte Hotel Seoul Executive Tower

City Hall/Myeong-Dong Seoul|2.05km from Seoul Lantern Festival
Stayed at the Lotte Executive Tower just after the holidays, in a Premier Double Room. Pros: - The entrance of the Executive Tower is absolutely beautiful. Same with the Main Tower. Elegant, refined, beautiful art work. The executive tower check-in desks are on the 15th floor. - Easy access by escalator directly into the Lotte Department Store (from where the escalator takes you to, hang a right to get to the famous food hall!) - Location can’t be beat. Directly across from Eujiro Station (1) and around the corner from Myeong-Dong Walking Street / Night Market and several 7-11s (which are almost as good as the 7-11s in Japan). - Our room was beautiful, spacious, thoughtfully designed and decorated. Very modern touches and upscale finishes. A chandelier in the bathroom?? - Immaculate housekeeping. - Excellent temperature and very strong water pressure in the shower! - Appreciate the 2 complimentary bottles of Evian every day. - Fast wifi speeds. Cons: - Love the Diptyque toiletries but wish they weren’t the communal / shared bottles. There were bits of dried lotion crusted on the pump from the previous occupant. - Weird that neither lobby had a single chair to sit on. What’s up with that? Comes off a bit inhospitable. This isn’t the type of place to attract non-guests / loiterers. A bench wouldn’t kill anyone! - For a 5* hotel and the price we’re paying, it’s disappointing that there is a surcharge should you need a toothbrush, toothpaste or use of the sauna (!!). They claim the charge for toothbrush and paste is to prevent wastage but surely you could just have these small items available upon request at the front desk? - The doormen’s manners range from formal and friendly (some) to indifferent (most) to downright hostile (many), especially if you are not a Korean speaker, as many don’t speak English. I’m not arrogant enough to think they should speak English in a non-English speaking country, but a smile is universal, you know? Would likely stay here again at the right price and given the location.
Le Méridien Seoul, Myeongdong
4.7/5116 Reviews

Le Méridien Seoul, Myeongdong

City Hall/Myeong-Dong Seoul|2.05km from Seoul Lantern Festival
My first time at Le Méridien Seoul , new hotel , 6 months old , super clean , great rooms facilities , good buffet breakfast , maybe a bit under staffed during rush hours but staff were very nice . Superb lounge at the 15 floor with very friendly and helpful staff special thanks to Mrs Sharon Kim and Mrs Rachael Kim for there valued help for restaurants and tips for side seen and shopping , Will go back for sure next time I will in Seoul !

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Hotel Skypark Kingstown Dongdaemun
4.4/51426 Reviews

Hotel Skypark Kingstown Dongdaemun

Dongdaemun Market Seoul|0.3km from Seoul Lantern Festival

Latest booking 17 hrs ago

Very handy location, close to both Dongdaemun station & DDP Plaza. Have great restaurants nearby, it has hyundai city outlet & duty free nearby as well. The breakfast was great too, offering various food but+ fruits! The water pressure was amazing really. Highly recommended!
Sotetsu Hotels the Splaisir Seoul Dongdaemun
4.6/5550 Reviews

Sotetsu Hotels the Splaisir Seoul Dongdaemun

Dongdaemun Market Seoul|0.6km from Seoul Lantern Festival

Latest booking 17 hrs ago

The hotel location is perfect and it is right infront of the lift exit 4 from DDP train station. It has airport bus stop right in front of the hotel to Incheon Airport. It may take 2 hours traveling time to airport because the bus will drop by many places around Seoul before heading to airport. The room is spacious and clean.
Toyoko Inn Seoul Dongdaemun I
4.5/564 Reviews

Toyoko Inn Seoul Dongdaemun I

Dongdaemun Market Seoul|0.62km from Seoul Lantern Festival

Latest booking 17 hrs ago

It's a good hotel on a budget. Has a very homely breakfast and water dispenser to fill up your bottles with ice and water. Also has robes to use as pyjamas. Very no frills. Don't expect service from the staff. We expected to be able to check in earlier when we reached if the room was available. We reached only about 15mins to our check in time but were told to wait at the lobby till 1600. I am not sure what the fixation is about for the check in time. If the room is available, then let the guest have it. First time we have experienced this in any country.
Summit Hotel Dongdaemun
4.3/5520 Reviews

Summit Hotel Dongdaemun

Dongdaemun Market Seoul|0.79km from Seoul Lantern Festival

Latest booking 17 hrs ago

Service was inconsistent - sometimes the staff were really nice and friendly and other times they were plain rude and disrespectful to you. When I first entered my room the smell took me aback. It smelled like a mix of sweat and wet socks. The sheets were crumpled and weren’t super clean either. The bathtub had yellow stains which threw me off as I was looking forward to a midnight soak. Basic amenities were given, which was great. The housekeeping ladies were really sweet as well. It’s a 5 minute walking distance to the train station so location was not so bad. Sadly I don’t think I’d book again as it was not that worth for the price.
Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun (Myeongdong)
4.5/5300 Reviews

Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun (Myeongdong)

City Hall/Myeong-Dong Seoul|2.05km from Seoul Lantern Festival

Latest booking 19 hrs ago

Hotel is in perfect location. The staff is very professional and English speaking. The room was very clean and neat. The breakfast was was fabulous. I will stay there every time I visit Seoul.

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OYO hostel Dongdaemun 1
4.3/544 Reviews

OYO hostel Dongdaemun 1

Dongdaemun Market Seoul|0.28km from Seoul Lantern Festival
We got a budget twin room with a shared bathroom. The room was small but it had air con and was enough for two people. The bunk beds are kinda hard by western standards but the pillow and duvet is soft and comfy. The shared bathroom was a little dirty but it was fine with shampoo and shower gel provided. The roof terrace is nice and the free breakfast isn’t bad - toast and cereal (Frosties or chocolate hoops). About a 3 minute walk away from Jongno 5 metro station, however we’re pretty sure there are two *******s outside the hostel. They’re harmless but maybe not suitable if you have young kids
HOTEL U5
4.2/5185 Reviews

HOTEL U5

Dongdaemun Market Seoul|0.28km from Seoul Lantern Festival
There was a handsome guy at the front desk who could speak Chinese, so when I checked in in the afternoon, he was very smooth and very welcoming. I would like to thank him! The hotel is also well-equipped. A form will be issued when you check in, and the things to note are clearly stated on it. When you come back from playing every day, you will bring a few bottles of water. The front desk is also very welcoming. At night, I went to the rooftop to watch the night view. There are no people in the gym and laundry area, but they are quite clean. You can store your luggage temporarily. There are slippers, towels, bath towels, clothes hangers, hair dryer, shower gel, and shampoo in the room. You need to bring your own toothbrush and toothpaste. The room is not big, but it is quite comfortable to live in. It is very close to Gwangjang Market, Dongdaemun, and Myeongdong. It is basically within walking distance. The room was photographed when the refund was made.
Starhostel Dongdaemun Suite
3.8/541 Reviews

Starhostel Dongdaemun Suite

Dongdaemun Market Seoul|0.29km from Seoul Lantern Festival
Small simple hotel. Location provided is not so accurate take sometimes to figure out where it located. Simple room just for you to rest nothing much inside. Towels provided outside the corridor for you to take and changes. No lift in the building have to climb until 4th floor slightly not convenience. Breakfast just simple bread and milk.
Nine Tree Hotel Dongdaemun
4.5/5676 Reviews

Nine Tree Hotel Dongdaemun

Dongdaemun Market Seoul|0.3km from Seoul Lantern Festival
Hotel was 5mins walk from Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Exit 12. You can use the lift at Exit 12 (first photo), to/from Level B2 & 1 as the 4 escalators leading up to street level do not work. The room has everything you need, it’s very clean and new (beds and pillows were good ＞＞ didn’t give any backache 😂), with a very convenient water and ice dispenser in the walkway. On top of that, the room has free 2 bottles of mineral water everyday. There are many convenient stores around the hotel. You can have your tax refund done at DOOTA Mall near the hotel so you don’t have to queue at the airport to get your $ back before your departure. Myeongdong Street (at Lotte Young Plaza stop) was also about 10 mins bus ride to the hotel with 5 buses running on the same route. Would recommend staying at this hotel again! The locker for luggage storage (last photo - it fits a L size luggage) was really an advantage - you could dump your luggage before and after your check-in! Finally, airport bus 6001 to the airport is right outside the hotel - prepare 2 hours journey for road traffic conditions near Seoul station enroute to airport.
Travelodge Dongdaemun Seoul
4.1/5332 Reviews

Travelodge Dongdaemun Seoul

Dongdaemun Market Seoul|0.35km from Seoul Lantern Festival

Latest booking 24 hrs ago

Room was quite small. Make sure you're very comfortable with whomever you're sharing the room with because the shower and toilet are in frosted glass stalls with minimal ventilation. You can see peoples' silhouettes quite clearly through the glass. The toilet paper also felt cheap and thin. The carpet was stained so we definitely didn't walk around without slippers on (provided in the room). My suitcase fit perfectly under the bed which made it easier to navigate the room. There is a fridge and one complimentary bottled water. No full-length mirror. They provide luggage storage if you arrive earlier than check-in. The rooftop garden on the 21st floor was very lovely, and we had late night chicken and drinks up there. No conditioner, toothbrush, or toothpaste (available for purchase in the lobby). There was a luggage scale on the first floor by the elevators which was convenient because I ended up having to repack my bags after checking the weight (which is definitely preferable to doing it at the airport!). The staff were friendly and provided extra towels upon request.
Philstay Dongdaemun Economic
3.7/53 Reviews

Philstay Dongdaemun Economic

Dongdaemun Market Seoul|0.35km from Seoul Lantern Festival
It is very close to Dongdaemun apm, but it is really small and small, suitable for yourself. In addition to the bed, the room is full of two 26-inch boxes. As you imagine, it is not suitable for parents or children, and the sound insulation is not good. It is close to the tower block of Dongdaemun, and it is convenient to take the subway

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Family friendly

Hotel Skypark Central Myeongdong
4.2/5572 Reviews

Hotel Skypark Central Myeongdong

City Hall/Myeong-Dong Seoul|1.73km from Seoul Lantern Festival

Latest booking 17 hrs ago

The place is convenient easier to get halal food nearby. The room is spacious and very clean!..it's good Korea have specific places for smokers. There's room for smoking area in the lobby of your room floor. Nearby Myeondong street market walking distance and shopping district. Near to train station and Airport bus limousine.
Koreana Hotel
4.4/5428 Reviews

Koreana Hotel

City Hall/Myeong-Dong Seoul|2.43km from Seoul Lantern Festival

Latest booking 19 hrs ago

The hotel’s staff is very friendly, responsible, and helpful, we had a problem with the room and they solved it right away. The gym is really large and is equipped with lots of machines; there is even a separate room for yoga and stretching. The hotel is located next to the City Hall subway and the Deoksugung Palace; there are many places to eat nearby. It’s a fine place to stay while you are in Seoul.

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Just4u Guesthouse

Just4u Guesthouse

4.4/513 Reviews
Dongdaemun Market
Every time I go to South Korea, I live in their home, I can cook by myself, the boss speaks Chinese, it is safe to live there, the room is clean, and the toothpaste inside is very easy to use. I want to know where I bought the toothpaste? I originally planned to go to South Korea from March 13th to 17th. Now the epidemic situation can't be controlled. I'm really drunk. When the epidemic situation ends, I will fly to Korea and live in your home. I am used to a friendly shop.
Hotel TreeShade Dongdaemun

Hotel TreeShade Dongdaemun

3.2/545 Reviews
Dongdaemun Market
very close to the green line and near tourist attractions The room is spacious, clean, comfortable, the price is very affordable. But the surrounding area is not much of a nightlife attraction. There is a clothing wholesale center open from 8:00 PM to 5:00 AM, which is considered very good.
Hah Guesthouse

Hah Guesthouse

4.7/513 Reviews
Dongdaemun Market
The landlord speaks some Chinese and English and is also accessible. It's super close to Dongdaemun Station of Subway Line 4. It's not far from Gwangjang Market. It's a ten-minute walk. Very delicious. The hotel is clean. It is a bit like a homestay but very welcoming. Will consider staying here next time
Mmmio House Seoul

Mmmio House Seoul

0/50 Reviews
Dongdaemun Market
The overall environment of the homestay is good, the room space is relatively small, the bunk we live in, the bed and quilt we live in are not too comfortable to sleep. Overall it's ok, similar to a youth hostel. The boss is very enthusiastic and helped us solve many problems. Gwangjang Market is across from the door
Jongno Internet

Jongno Internet

3.7/523 Reviews
Dongdaemun Market
The location is convenient. Can walk to JW Marriott end of DDM in 5 minutes, the 5 gu Metro station is just right outside the motel also, which is handy to go to Anguk area, to visit the Onion Cafe. For shopping around DDM area, it is around 15 minutes walk, but this end of DDM has no shading, so a bit hot if walk to DDM design center. The shops in DDM open until 3-5am so its handy to find supermarket after mid night or grab a coffee, or buy some clothes after mid night. Overall its easy location. But the motel need to include a map to find it as the door sign is in Korean so not easy to find the motel front unless someone knows Korean. Lucky the taxi driver took me to the front door and showed the entrance, else its not easy to know which door to go in for the motel. Local shops around the motel are basic. Walk to DDM has more choices to buy food or normal items.
Star Hostel Seoul Dongdaemun

Star Hostel Seoul Dongdaemun

2.8/59 Reviews
Dongdaemun Market
It’s very close to Exit 3 of Jongno Fifth Street, about three or four minutes. It’s easy to find Dongdaemun, but note that you have to go through a small alley to the guesthouse. Inside is the red light district in South Korea. Single girls really need to be careful. The hotel environment is still Very good, relatively small and mini, check-in and check-out are very autonomous, in general it is very good, not eaten for breakfast, it seems to be milk and cereal.

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