The Best Hotels Closest to Dongdaemun Design Plaza in Seoul for 2026

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A hotel room with two beds, a large window, a flat-screen TV, and a wall-mounted artwork.

A corner office with two chairs, a desk, a computer, and a plant.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating, and a reception desk.

A gym with weightlifting equipment, treadmills, and a mirrored wall.

1. Mercure Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun

Euljiro-dong, 0.6 km from Dongdaemun Design Plaza

Vesselina

￥26,593

￥29,252 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A modern interior with a sign reading 'ON KOREA STAY,' a laptop on a desk, a washing machine, and potted plants.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a potted plant.

The entrance of a hotel named "On Korea Stay" with a sign indicating the address as 230-13. Inside, there are seating areas with round tables and chairs.

A small, enclosed space with a green carpet, wooden slatted walls, a potted plant, and a table with chairs.

2. OnKorea Stay

1.1 km from Dongdaemun Design Plaza

Kim Yan

￥11,982

￥13,180 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A modern interior with brick walls, large windows, and a bar area.

A hotel room with a bed, a window with curtains, a table with a chair outside, and a city view.

A cozy cafe interior with a brick wall, wooden counter, and hanging pendant lights.

A room with brick walls, a patterned ceiling, and a carpeted floor.

3. Brooklyn Blues

1.2 km from Dongdaemun Design Plaza

Kimberly

￥13,965

￥15,534 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern hotel building with multiple floors, large windows, and a prominent sign reading "HOTEL THE BOTANK".

A modern hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table with a bottle and glass, and a green sofa.

A modern gym with exercise equipment, large windows, and a wooden floor.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a business lounge sign.

4. HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

Euljiro-dong, 1.2 km from Dongdaemun Design Plaza

Donald

￥32,585

￥36,246 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A modern hallway with a tiled floor, a door with a number, and a window with a plant.

A modern kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and a sink.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a signboard, a bench, and a staircase leading to an elevator.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a welcome sign, a staircase, and a wall-mounted plant.

5. Dongdaemun Stay Garden

0.8 km from Dongdaemun Design Plaza

Max

￥13,237

￥14,561 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A modern hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a view of a tower in the background.

A night view of a tall building with illuminated windows and a large, illuminated arch structure in the foreground.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central seating area, and a modern design with wooden accents and a large chandelier.

A modern interior with a wooden floor, a sliding door, and a wall with a geometric pattern.

6. The Shilla Seoul

1.2 km from Dongdaemun Design Plaza

Daeyoung

￥74,257

￥82,416 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

The entrance of The Slaisir hotel with a modern glass facade and illuminated signage.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. The room has a city view through large windows.

A gym with various exercise equipment, including weight machines and treadmills.

A modern reception area with a curved ceiling, recessed lighting, a reception desk, and a seating area with sofas.

7. Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Dongdaemun

Gwanghui-dong, 0.2 km from Dongdaemun Design Plaza

Theresa

￥30,335

￥33,706 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

The entrance to a building with a sign reading "NEUBLANC Control Management".

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a view of the cityscape, and a modern architectural design.

A modern hallway with a patterned floor, a reception desk with a vase of flowers, and an elevator.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, multiple seating areas, a kitchenette, and a view of the city.

8. New Blanc Central Myeongdong

Gwanghui-dong, 0.9 km from Dongdaemun Design Plaza

Yamila

￥23,500

￥26,140 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs, potted plants, and a view of the city skyline.

An outdoor bar area with a white counter, black bar stools, and a view of the cityscape at dusk.

A modern dining area with a city view, a chef preparing food, and a variety of dishes displayed on the counter.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a reception desk.

9. Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences

Gwanghui-dong, 0.4 km from Dongdaemun Design Plaza

Amir

￥50,675

￥55,743 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A rooftop terrace with tables and chairs, a red umbrella, and a cityscape view.

A spacious lobby with a marble floor, a reception desk, and a large chandelier.

A high-rise hotel with a prominent sign reading "HOTEL SKYPARK".

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a TV, a chair, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

10. Hotel Skypark Kingstown Dongdaemun

Gwanghui-dong, 0.3 km from Dongdaemun Design Plaza

Aaron

￥23,644

￥26,207 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a chandelier, and a wooden table.

A hotel reception area with a glass door entrance, a reception desk, and a large floral arrangement.

The exterior of the ACUBE HOTEL with a modern facade, large glass entrance, and a sign indicating the Grand Opening.

A modern hotel room with a leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a large window with curtains.

11. Acube Hotel

Euljiro-dong, 0.6 km from Dongdaemun Design Plaza

bunrath

￥9,583

￥10,613 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A modern indoor swimming pool with a clear water surface, surrounded by a tiled walkway.

A person seated at a table with a view of traditional architecture through large windows.

A JW Marriott hotel with a modern design, located near a busy intersection with traffic lights and a traditional building in the background.

A bar area with a grand piano, a bar counter, and multiple stools.

12. JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul

0.5 km from Dongdaemun Design Plaza

Chong

￥69,737

￥84,381 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A modern building with a 'Mangrove Coffee & Bar' sign, large glass windows, and a visible entrance.

A modern gym with various exercise equipment, including weight machines, free weights, and cardio machines.

A spacious room with a wooden floor, two blue yoga mats, a wooden block, and a textured mat.

A modern reception desk with a glass partition, a coffee machine, and a shelf with bottles.

13. Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel

Gwanghui-dong, 0.2 km from Dongdaemun Design Plaza

Luna

￥11,079

￥12,324 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A variety of meats and vegetables on a counter with a chef in the background.

A modern lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a large glass table with a decorative centerpiece.

A modern hotel room with a marble bathroom, a large bed, a desk, and a view of a cityscape.

A rooftop infinity pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a cityscape.

14. The Ambassador Seoul - A Pullman Hotel

0.9 km from Dongdaemun Design Plaza

Giuliano

￥38,530

￥42,383 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A modern bathroom with a large mirror, bench seating, and a minimalist design.

15. Yul Hotel

0.4 km from Dongdaemun Design Plaza

"We enjoyed our stay here for the first half of our trip that we booked it again for the last couple days in Seoul. The location of the hotel is very convenient. Close to the metro and shopping areas makes it easy when traveling with kids. The rooms are pretty spacious and amenities are great. Washer/dryer combo in the room, a great size refrigerator and freezer (which is helpful when you have an infant), a small kitchen with an stove, and dishes to use. In the basement there is cereal,...

Chan Chan

￥19,407

￥21,516 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A modern hotel lobby with escalators, a reception desk, and a sign for the hotel lobby and restaurant.

A modern gym with various exercise equipment, large windows, and a view of mountains.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a lamp, and a view of a cityscape at night.

A tall hotel building with a prominent sign at the top.

16. Hotel Kukdo

Euljiro-dong, 1.1 km from Dongdaemun Design Plaza

Jennifer

￥27,815

￥30,906 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A bedroom with a large bed, a city view, and a sliding door leading to an outdoor area.

A bar area with various bottles and glasses.

A rooftop terrace with a table and chairs, a view of the cityscape, and a string of lights.

A hallway with a sign reading "g/ue hotel" and multiple doors.

17. glue Hotel

1.1 km from Dongdaemun Design Plaza

Grace

￥13,524

￥14,876 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern hotel lobby with a long marble counter displaying various food items, pendant lighting, and a wooden floor.

A reception desk with three staff members, a modern interior design, and a wooden accent wall.

A hotel room with a desk, chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, a large window with curtains, and a view of the cityscape.

A hotel room with a sofa, a small table with a vase, a lamp, and a view of a cityscape through a glass door.

18. Hotel PJ Myeongdong

Gwanghui-dong, 1.2 km from Dongdaemun Design Plaza

Samantha

￥26,178

￥28,993 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A person standing on a balcony overlooking a cityscape with buildings and a tower.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, a toaster, a coffee machine, and a sink.

A building with a sign for 'elim hostel' and another sign for a New York-based company.

A hotel room with two beds, a window with blinds, a mounted air conditioner, and a ceiling-mounted smoke detector.

19. elim hostel

Euljiro-dong, 0.8 km from Dongdaemun Design Plaza

TAKAHIRO

￥8,459

￥9,305 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a large bed, a desk with a chair, and a window with a view of trees and buildings.

A hotel hallway with wooden doors, a reception desk, and a plant.

A modern kitchen with a built-in dishwasher, a coffee machine, and a sink.

A nighttime cityscape with modern buildings, a well-lit street, and a clear view of the road.

20. LAHA Boutique DDP Dongdaemun

Gwanghui-dong, < 0.1 km from Dongdaemun Design Plaza

Makoto

￥15,514

￥17,147 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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Mercure Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun	9.8 Exceptional 6 reviews	View
OnKorea Stay	9.4 Exceptional 6 reviews	View
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Dongdaemun Stay Garden	9.4 Exceptional 59 reviews	View

Top Dongdaemun Design Plaza Hotel Reviews

Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay and had everything I needed and decent gym and pool"

Hotel Gracery Seoul

10/10 Excellent

"Everything is excellent"

The Shilla Seoul

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful location proximity to market restaurants shopping. They have complimentary bus service to drop near by popular shops and restaurants. Rooms are well maintained clean and fresh The staff are very polite always ready to help and smiling it is all 5 star service. Glad we opted to stay there for 6 days"

NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL DONGDAEMUN

10/10 Excellent

"Overall it was a very pleasant stay. We will consider come back and stay in this hotel."

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

10/10 Excellent

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LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

10/10 Excellent

"modern, spacious and clean. good selection of food for breakfast"

K-Grand Hotel DDP

10/10 Excellent

"Trés bien placé, chambre renovée et propre. Personnel a l’accueil trés agreable. Eau et café a disposition. Je recommande sans hesiter !"

The Summit Hotel Seoul Dongdaemun

10/10 Excellent

"직원분들이 친절 하십니다"

Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Dongdaemun

10/10 Excellent

"Very conveniently located, a short walk from the subway. The room was clean and quiet and the coin/card laundry in the basement was super convenient."

Other attractions near Dongdaemun Design Plaza

A modern architectural structure with a curved facade and illuminated interior at night.

Goodmorning City

7.8/10 (28 reviews)

During your visit to Seoul, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Goodmorning City. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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A busy urban street at night with illuminated signs in multiple languages, including English and Korean.

Dongdaemun History and Culture Park

8.4/10 (6,176 reviews)

This sizable commercial district is home to a staggering number of shopping malls, specialty stores and traditional Korean marketplaces.

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A hot pot with various ingredients simmering in a rich, red sauce, garnished with shredded cheese, on a wooden table.

Migliore Mall

8.0/10 (18 reviews)

During your visit to Seoul, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Migliore Mall. While in this culturally rich area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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APM Place

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at APM Place during your trip to Seoul. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.

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Lotte Fitin

During your visit to Seoul, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Lotte Fitin. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Gwanghuimun Gate

8.6/10 (4 reviews)

Find out about the history of Seoul when you spend time at Gwanghuimun Gate. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Dongdaemun History Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Dongdaemun History Museum during your trip to Seoul. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

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Doota Mall

8.2/10 (26 reviews)

During your trip to Seoul, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Doota Mall. While in this culturally rich area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Dongdaemun Design Plaza?

Dongdaemun Design Plaza is located in a family-friendly area of Seoul known for its major shopping area and interesting historical sites. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 292 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Dongdaemun Design Plaza?

Adjacent to Dongdaemun Design Plaza, Toyoko Inn Seoul Dongdaemun No.2 is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free WiFi. Other good options close by include HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG and Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences.

How many hotels will I find near Dongdaemun Design Plaza?

Expedia has 292 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Dongdaemun Design Plaza.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Dongdaemun Design Plaza, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals close to Dongdaemun Design Plaza.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Dongdaemun Design Plaza?

For additional details about changing or cancelling your stay near Dongdaemun Design Plaza, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Dongdaemun Design Plaza?

Seoul National University Hospital, Alive Museum Insadong, and National Museum of Korean Contemporary History feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Bukchon Hanok Village, Gyeongbokgung Palace, and Heunginjimun Gate are well-known local landmarks worth a visit. You can catch a show at Myeongdong Theater, Myeongdong Nanta Theatre, and Seoul Namsan Gugakdang.

How can I get to Dongdaemun Design Plaza?

With so many choices for transportation, exploring the area around Dongdaemun Design Plaza is a breeze. You can walk to nearby metro stations including Euljiro 4-ga Station, Chungmuro Station, and Euljilo 3-ga Station. If you're hopping a train into the city, Seoul Station is the closest stop to Jung-gu.

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Our top choices for Dongdaemun Design Plaza hotels

1. Mercure Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun

2. OnKorea Stay

3. Brooklyn Blues

4. HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

5. Dongdaemun Stay Garden

6. The Shilla Seoul

7. Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Dongdaemun

8. New Blanc Central Myeongdong

9. Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences

10. Hotel Skypark Kingstown Dongdaemun

11. Acube Hotel

12. JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul

13. Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel

14. The Ambassador Seoul - A Pullman Hotel

15. Yul Hotel

16. Hotel Kukdo

17. glue Hotel

18. Hotel PJ Myeongdong

19. elim hostel

20. LAHA Boutique DDP Dongdaemun

Compare popular hotels close to Dongdaemun Design Plaza

Top Dongdaemun Design Plaza Hotel Reviews

Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences

Hotel Gracery Seoul

The Shilla Seoul

NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL DONGDAEMUN

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

K-Grand Hotel DDP

The Summit Hotel Seoul Dongdaemun

Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Dongdaemun

Other attractions near Dongdaemun Design Plaza

Goodmorning City

Dongdaemun History and Culture Park

Migliore Mall

APM Place

Lotte Fitin

Gwanghuimun Gate

Dongdaemun History Museum

Doota Mall

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