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Hotel the Designers Dongdaemun

Property class: 2

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A tall hotel with a distinctive geometric facade and illuminated windows.
A modern living room with a fireplace, two sofas, and a coffee table.
A modern living room with a white sofa, a fireplace, and a decorative wall panel.
A modern hotel corridor with mirrored walls, a polished marble floor, and contemporary furnishings.
A modern hotel lobby with a black and white marble floor, leather seating, and a reception desk with a unique design.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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306, Toegye-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul, 100-400
  • Place, Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Dongdaemun Design Plaza
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Dongdaemun Market Mall
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Seoul (GMP-Gimpo Intl.)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Room options

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A modern interior with a sofa set, patterned cushions, and a large mirror reflecting the room.

Designers Double Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, two white armchairs, a small round table, and a decorative wall.

Deluxe Double Room

  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Deluxe Family Twin Room

A modern hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a bathroom.

Deluxe Family Twin Room

  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A modern hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and artwork on the walls.

Deluxe Twin Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Designers Deluxe

A room with a four-poster bed, a chandelier, and a blue and red color scheme.

Designers Deluxe

  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Designers Suite (Design of the room will be randomly assigned)

A luxurious bedroom with a four-poster bed, a sitting area with chairs, a marble table, and a fireplace.

Designers Suite (Design of the room will be randomly assigned)

  • 441 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A modern hotel lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a large mirror reflecting the space.

Designers Double Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a bathroom.

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Deluxe Double - No Parking

A modern hotel room with a large bed, two white armchairs, a small round table, and a decorative wall.

Deluxe Double - No Parking

  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A modern hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and artwork on the walls.

Deluxe Twin - No Parking

  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free wired internet

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About the neighborhood

Seoul

Hotel the Designers Dongdaemun places you in Jung-gu, within a leisurely stroll of popular sights such as Dongdaemun History and Culture Park and Dongdaemun Design Plaza. This hotel has 99 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Dongdaemun History and Culture Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Dongdaemun Design Plaza - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cheonggyecheon - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Dongdaemun Market Mall - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Gwangjang Market - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station - 1 min walk
  • Seoul Station - 11 min drive
  • Gimpo Intl. Airport (GMP) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪평양면옥 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Arirang Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪썬더치킨 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Conhas - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪EDIYA COFFEE - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel the Designers Dongdaemun

Guests of Hotel the Designers Dongdaemun have access to free WiFi in public areas. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with dry cleaning/laundry, concierge services, and luggage storage.
Guests can expect free WiFi and wired Internet, along with flat-screen TVs. Beds are dressed in down comforters and bathrooms offer hair dryers and bidets. Refrigerators, electric kettles, and phones are other standard amenities.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Hotel Designers Dongdaemum Seoul
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Designers Dongdaemun Seoul
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The Designers Dongdaemun Seoul
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Hotel the Designers Dongdaemun Hotel Seoul

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Hotel the Designers Dongdaemun?

Hotel the Designers Dongdaemun offers free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel the Designers Dongdaemun?

As of Oct 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel the Designers Dongdaemun on Nov 5, 2026 start from $76, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to do around Hotel the Designers Dongdaemun?

This hotel is situated in Jung-gu within a short 5-minute walk of Dongdaemun History and Culture Park and also 13 minutes on foot from Dongdaemun Market Mall. You'll also find Myeongdong Street and Namdaemun Market within a short drive.

Does Hotel the Designers Dongdaemun have a casino on the premises?

No, Hotel the Designers Dongdaemun doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel the Designers Dongdaemun?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Does Hotel the Designers Dongdaemun have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Hotel the Designers Dongdaemun doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Hotel the Designers Dongdaemun allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hotel the Designers Dongdaemun though service animals are welcome.

What is the closest airport to Hotel the Designers Dongdaemun?

The closest major airport to Hotel the Designers Dongdaemun is Gimpo Intl. Airport (GMP), which is 20.5 mi away (55 minutes by car).

Hotel the Designers Dongdaemun Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 93 out of 447 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 141 out of 447 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 116 out of 447 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 61 out of 447 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 447 reviews

6.2/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really liked the service and cleanliness . Very good location and wonderful staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a great time staying here. It was very convenient
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was good experience to stay this hotel. especially, it is very close to subway station that is possible to take three lines.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

The hotel probably could use some updates, but the convenience of having it pretty easily accessible is great
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean. Nice staff. Bit run down but it’s cheap and great location. Housekeeping was good.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Price and Service is good
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Catfished lol. The room looked nothing like the photos but the staff and overall location were great.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good location, good water pressure -Room seems to be worn-down and not in the best shape; could be cleaner
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location. Close to a station with 3 lines so easy to get around. Flat ground to station so good for suitcases. My room had a musty smell which only went away after 2 days and getting a room freshener myself. But it was a good size and everyrhing worked fine. The staff were lovely and always assisted me including finding a sock that went missing from my laundry. We stayed 10 days in total and it was a completely adequate stay.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
There was dust and spiderwebs 🕸
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Rock hard beds

Beautiful exterior, very run down interior. The bed is very hard. Not comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All the negative reviews you've read here are accurate and confirmed—there’s really nothing more to add.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was dirty, and dusty. We we arrived the lobby staff took a 10 minute phone call in the middle of us checking in and we thought that was rude. The bed was cozy, but the room was very dirty on the walls. In the bathroom the paint was peeling by the tub.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

I recommend

Beautiful property and perfect location. However, it might be a cultural thing but you will not experience the same kind of welcome you feel in America. People will not greet you. Room is a lil smaller than I expected and I’m an airline employee that travels the world. Room was cleaned daily and sheets were replaced. I would definitely recommend just wanted to highlight certain things so travelers are aware. Ps: I didn’t recognize that there was mold on my bathroom ceiling. I can tell they didn’t pay attention to detail when cleaning. Over all a clean property
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was incredibly dirty when I was checked in. There were dusty everywhere, floor, shower room, bath tub, even on the bed sheet.I told the staff to change the room but unfortunately, there were no available room. So, I asked for cleaning my room asap, the staff promised. But there were no one came to clean. An hour later, I told the staff again about my unclean room. They apologized me again and promised to clean my room. So, I went out and come back later night. MY ROOM STILL DIRTY AS BEFORE.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We chose this hotel mainly for its location near the DDP, which was very convenient. Unfortunately, aside from the location, the experience was disappointing. The hotel is in poor condition, looking old and poorly maintained. Cleanliness was a major issue. Even though we put up the “please clean my room” sign every day, our room was never cleaned during our two-week stay. The bed was only made about four times, and while fresh towels were provided, no actual cleaning was done. The air-conditioning unit was dirty and triggered allergic reactions for me (I have asthma), so I had to sleep with a mask at night. The bed itself was very hard and uncomfortable, even for Korean standards. On a positive note, the front desk staff were friendly. However, the lack of proper cleaning and maintenance really affected our stay. I’ve stayed in better 2-star hotels, and I hope management addresses these issues.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
掃除を頼んだのに、同じシーツをつけられていた。
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
シャワーカーテンがなかったのであると助かるなと思いました
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
スイートを取ったので部屋は広く、洗面も2ボウルあり広さ的には問題はなかったのですが、部屋が嫌な匂いがしました。 窓も、窓という窓ではなく通気口のような窓でした。 そしてタオルはボロボロで糸もほつれていて、気持ち悪くて使えませんでした。 スリッパもそんな予感はしましたが使い捨てではないビニール素材のものが置かれていてこれも使えなく、全て購入する事になりました。 スリッパに関してはエコの観点から置いてないところも増えて来たし、通常は持ち歩いているのに忘れてしまったと言うところもあります。 そして、バスルームの方が謎に電気が切れて真っ暗になる事が何度かありました。すぐに復旧はしましたが謎です。 何よりもチェックインの時には挨拶もなくパスポートと言われ手続き。 帰って来た時も一度も挨拶はされませんでした。 帰る時預けた荷物を取りに行った時は初めておじさん2人がフロントにいて、普通に感じよく対応されました。 ものすごく悪くもないけどモヤモヤの滞在でした。 2度目は無いです。
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
立地とスタッフの接客は問題なく過ごせました。ホテル自体は古い建物なのか、ドアは力を入れないと閉まらない、タオルには髪の毛が絡みついてた、Gが現れた…清潔とは言えないホテルでした。 バスタオルと別に、足拭きマットより大きく、長いタオルよりは短い謎タオルがありました。一緒に泊まった友達の部屋にもあったようです。 立地はよかったので次回はこのホテルではなく近くのホテルを探そうと思います。
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
サイト写真とは違い清潔感に欠け、部屋の印象も全然違った。 ２人で利用したが、広さも十分ではなかった。 大き目のスーツケースを２つとも完全に開くスペースがなかった。 あまり使われていない部屋だったのか、２人ともダニにかまれてあちこちかゆくなった。 特別安いわけでもないし、駅に近いわけでもないし、これならもっと駅に近い、きれいなホテルに泊まったらよかった後悔した。リピートはないかな...
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
ドアを開けると更に部屋のドアがあり大き目のバスタブレットが目を引きます。 TV、冷蔵庫、エアコンも使い勝手が良かったです！ 部屋の照明の電源が枕元に無いので少し不便、残念なのは１３階の部屋からは外を観る窓が無く車の音しか聞こえなかった事です。立地としては地下鉄5号線東大門記念公園駅出口５番から目の前にあります。 部屋に窓があれば又利用したいです！
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
フロントはマニュアル通り、ルームキーパーのアルバイトは大変好感を持てるがフロントの対応が悪い。男性のフロントは低姿勢で対応が良かったが、夜間の女性の対応がまずかった。寝ようと思ったらシーツや布団カバーに血液と思われる汚れが多数確認できたので交換して欲しいと頼んだが、今は出来ないの反応しかなく、家内は気持ち悪くて寝られないと言ってチムジルバンで過ごした。今日もチェックアウトの時に女性がフロントに対し怒りを露にしていた。もうこのホテルに泊まることはないだろう。
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

自分たちで移動するのに良い場所でした。
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026