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

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A modern bathroom with a window, a small table, and a bench.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a large window, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and toiletries on the shelf.

A modern kitchen with a window view, a sink, and a countertop.

1. Mumum Jongno

0.7 km from Dongdaemun Design Plaza

David

￥14,228

￥15,683 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A hotel room with two beds, a small bedside table with a lamp, a decorative rug, and a window with curtains.

A white table with a vase of dried flowers in a kitchen setting.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a mustard-colored pillow, a white textured pillow, a dark brown coffee table with a basket and a candle, and a black and white patterned rug.

A staircase with a handrail, a wall-mounted light fixture, a potted plant, and a window with a view of the outside.

2. GreeneStay

0.9 km from Dongdaemun Design Plaza

Kenneth

￥21,621

￥31,490 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

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

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

A modern room with a round table, two wooden chairs, a wooden wardrobe with hanging space, a mirror, and a sink.

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

3. OnKorea Stay

1.1 km from Dongdaemun Design Plaza

Kim Yan

￥12,630

￥13,988 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A restaurant interior with brick walls, large windows, and a neon sign.

A modern building with a glass facade and a sign reading "Brooklyn Blues".

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.

4. Brooklyn Blues

1.2 km from Dongdaemun Design Plaza

Alexis

￥12,087

￥13,445 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 18 - Nov 19

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 room with a view of a tower and a waterfall, featuring a sofa and a coffee table.

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

5. The Shilla Seoul

1.2 km from Dongdaemun Design Plaza

Scott

￥71,335

￥78,591 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 11 - Nov 12

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 buffet with various dishes, a large floral centerpiece, and a seating area with wooden chairs and tables.

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

6. Hotel Skypark Kingstown Dongdaemun

Gwanghui-dong, 0.3 km from Dongdaemun Design Plaza

Aaron

￥20,311

￥22,519 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

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

mojgan

￥29,060

￥35,163 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 25 - Nov 26

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a shelf with a plant, and an air conditioning unit.

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

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.

8. Dongdaemun Stay Garden

0.8 km from Dongdaemun Design Plaza

Jean-Loup

￥12,421

￥13,771 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A modern hotel with a prominent 'NOVOTEL' sign, featuring a unique architectural design with a large central void and illuminated windows.

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

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

9. Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences

Gwanghui-dong, 0.4 km from Dongdaemun Design Plaza

Eunja

￥44,242

￥48,666 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

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

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

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a bookshelf with decorative items, and a view of greenery through large windows.

10. Acube Hotel

Euljiro-dong, 0.6 km from Dongdaemun Design Plaza

Chee

￥13,374

￥14,711 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A modern high-rise building with multiple floors, large windows, and a prominent signage.

A modern hotel lobby with a buffet area, seating arrangements, and a large mirror.

A modern hotel bathroom with a large mirror, a vanity with a sink, and a shower area.

A modern interior with large windows, a sectional sofa, and a coffee table.

11. NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL DONGDAEMUN

Euljiro-dong, 0.5 km from Dongdaemun Design Plaza

annemarie

￥19,218

￥21,307 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 24 - Nov 25

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

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

A rooftop bar with outdoor seating and a city view at dusk.

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

12. JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul

0.5 km from Dongdaemun Design Plaza

Janet

￥54,539

￥65,992 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 25 - Nov 26

A modern multi-story hotel with a glass facade, located on a street with other buildings and trees.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a built-in dishwasher.

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.

13. Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel

Gwanghui-dong, 0.2 km from Dongdaemun Design Plaza

Luna

￥12,420

￥13,664 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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

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

A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a coffee machine, a mini-fridge, and a hanging coat rack.

A buffet setup with various food items and a coffee station.

14. Mercure Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun

Euljiro-dong, 0.6 km from Dongdaemun Design Plaza

Vesselina

￥23,333

￥25,666 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

A hotel room with two beds, a bathroom with a mirror and sink, and a TV on the wall.

A room with a large teddy bear, a smaller teddy bear, and a third teddy bear on a table. There is a chair and a small stool.

A modern building with a prominent sign reading 'SEOUL Jongno.'

A conference room with a large screen, a cityscape painting, wooden shelves, and green artificial grass.

15. HotelArrive Seoulful

1.1 km from Dongdaemun Design Plaza

Rahma

￥13,907

￥15,419 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 17 - Nov 18

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

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a small round table, a kitchen area with a sink, and a large mirror.

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.

16. New Blanc Central Myeongdong

Gwanghui-dong, 0.9 km from Dongdaemun Design Plaza

Georges

￥22,657

￥25,147 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 24 - Nov 25

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.

17. The Ambassador Seoul - A Pullman Hotel

0.9 km from Dongdaemun Design Plaza

Jacqueline

￥39,304

￥43,234 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

A modern lounge area with a sofa set, a coffee table, a TV mounted on the wall, and a bookshelf.

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

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

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, two large abstract paintings on the wall, and a decorative partition with intricate patterns.

18. Hotel Kukdo

Euljiro-dong, 1.1 km from Dongdaemun Design Plaza

Ernesto

￥24,404

￥26,844 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A hotel sign with the name "K-Grand Hotel" and check-in/out times.

A hotel sign with 'K-GRAND HOTEL' and 'DDP 3F' indicating the building's name and floor.

A modern hallway with a long corridor, doors, and recessed lighting.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a sign indicating the location of the information desk.

19. K-Grand Hotel DDP

0.3 km from Dongdaemun Design Plaza

Tina

￥9,904

￥10,969 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

A balcony with a sofa, wicker chair, table, and a view of a cityscape.

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

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.

20. Hotel PJ Myeongdong

Gwanghui-dong, 1.2 km from Dongdaemun Design Plaza

Nima

￥26,129

￥29,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

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Top Dongdaemun Design Plaza Hotel Reviews

New Blanc Central Myeongdong

10/10 Excellent

"The staff were super helpful they even let me keep my suitcase safe while I went to Busan and Jeju for 7 days. The laundry service was helpful and the location is great for getting to other key spots and attending day trips. The room was smaller than expected but that's what you get for "cozy" size but the lounge area made up for that with unlimited coffee. I would definitely stay here again"

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room and perfect amenities"

The Shilla Seoul

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent staffs and clean room."

NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL DONGDAEMUN

10/10 Excellent

"Our stay at Nine Tree was excellent. At first, the Junior Double was too tiny for two people. It might be just spacious for one person. We had to upgrade to double twin which was much more spacious for two people. The hotel was so accommodating and our room was upgraded with no extra charge with a better view to the park. Mr. Kim was very understanding and helpful. The cleaning staff were very friendly. Overall, I would strongly recommend it to anyone visiting Seoul."

Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Dongdaemun

8/10 Good

"Great location. Options for late check out. Happy to have an air filter and humidifier available in the room. Housekeeping was not consistent. Area under the beds had not been cleaned in some time."

Travelodge Dongdaemun Hotel

8/10 Good

"The room was clean and the bed was comfortable to sleep on. The location was also close to the bus stop and subway station which made transportation very easy."

Hotel Skypark Kingstown Dongdaemun

10/10 Excellent

"I really enjoyed my stay here. The staff were multilingual and willing to help with everything possible. The room was simple, bathroom was spacious and clean. Each floor has a shared kitchen with a microwave. Each room has a mini-fridge. A 7-11 opened in the lobby recently, so you can get banana milk 24/7 (good or bad, you decide). Location is soooooo convenient. I was able to get to the subway easily. It was perfectly located for everything I had planned. Uber pick-up and drop-offs were easy as well. Maaany food options in the nearby streets and neighborhood. Post office was about a 12 minute walk away. I cannot wait for my next trip. My friends all want to stay here too after they asked for my opinion. They know I am simple but can be picky about little things. So my recommendation means a lot to them since I pinpoint areas they also have issues with and tell them whether they will be okay or not."

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 !"

Hotel the Designers Dongdaemun

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent attention John"

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. Mumum Jongno

2. GreeneStay

3. OnKorea Stay

4. Brooklyn Blues

5. The Shilla Seoul

6. Hotel Skypark Kingstown Dongdaemun

7. Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Dongdaemun

8. Dongdaemun Stay Garden

9. Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences

10. Acube Hotel

11. NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL DONGDAEMUN

12. JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul

13. Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel

14. Mercure Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun

15. HotelArrive Seoulful

16. New Blanc Central Myeongdong

17. The Ambassador Seoul - A Pullman Hotel

18. Hotel Kukdo

19. K-Grand Hotel DDP

20. Hotel PJ Myeongdong

Top Dongdaemun Design Plaza Hotel Reviews

New Blanc Central Myeongdong

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

The Shilla Seoul

NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL DONGDAEMUN

Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Dongdaemun

Travelodge Dongdaemun Hotel

Hotel Skypark Kingstown Dongdaemun

K-Grand Hotel DDP

Hotel the Designers 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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