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Hotel the Designers Dongdaemun

Property class: 3

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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 hotel lobby with a black and white marble floor, leather seating, and a reception desk with a unique design.
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.

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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Down comforters, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board (on request)

Designers Double Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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

7.0 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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 WiFi

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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 WiFi

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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 WiFi

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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 WiFi

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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 WiFi

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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 WiFi

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 WiFi

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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 WiFi

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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 99-room, 3-star hotel has 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

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Corned e pepe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hvanch (환치) - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Jean Frigo 장프리고 - ‬4 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, luggage storage, and concierge services.
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

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.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

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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 Aug 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel the Designers Dongdaemun on Sep 22, 2026 start from $67, 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.

Is parking available on site at Hotel the Designers Dongdaemun?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

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.

Is Hotel the Designers Dongdaemun a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include a down comforter, free wired internet, and bathrobes.

Are there hot tubs at Hotel the Designers Dongdaemun?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

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.

Are there connecting rooms at Hotel the Designers Dongdaemun?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

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).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Hotel the Designers Dongdaemun?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Hotel the Designers Dongdaemun.

Hotel the Designers Dongdaemun Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 429 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 136 out of 429 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 112 out of 429 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 59 out of 429 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 429 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

Jhabre

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

정연

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

Ricki

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

6/10 Okay

Yova

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

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

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

6/10 Okay

Sarah

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

Franz Johann

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

Liana

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

Abubakar

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

8/10 Good

MASARU

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

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

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

Verified traveler

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

Ellie

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

Rohan

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

Catharina Lidwina Maria

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

4/10 Poor

Pittawat

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

6/10 Okay

MinKyoung

Liked: Staff & service
서울 나들이로 잘 지내고 왔습니다. 하루 지내기에는 적당합니다.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

EUNMI

주차 가능한 점이 좋았습니다. 가성비 좋습니다.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Kimura

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
アメニティのタオルがボロボロの物で清潔感がありませんでした。 設備等はまあこんなもんだろうという感じ。 スタッフの対応は親切でした。
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

MIHO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
立地が最高でした。
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

KANA

Liked: Cleanliness
今回1人で滞在しました。 事前の口コミでは、きれいではないという口コミもありましたが、私が泊まった部屋はそんなことありませんでした。 お部屋は広くはないですが、1人では十分の広さでした。 立地も最寄りの駅から徒歩5分くらいで、とても便利でした。 シャワーカーテンはないものの、バスタブが大きかったので、床がびしょびしょになることもなくよかったです。
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Jeonghun

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
시설이 너무 낙후되어있음. 샤워시설도 줄줄 새고. 물은 안빠져서 바닥 넘침
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Keiko

Liked: Staff & service
寝るだけなら十分ですが、また次も泊まりたいとはあまり思わないです。
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

YOSHISA

シャワーを浴びると、シャワーの出口に水が漏れてくるのがイマイチでした。
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

yuen faat

Disliked: Staff & service
方便
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025