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Hotel the Designers Dongdaemun

3.0 star property
Modern comfort meets cultural convenience just steps from Dongdaemun History and Culture Park, offering travelers an ideal Seoul home base

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Hotel the Designers Dongdaemun is near bustling Myeongdong Street, offering location and practicality. Guests enjoy in-room WiFi and dry cleaning. After exploring nearby attractions, the hotel's bar and restaurant serving local flavors are perfect to recharge.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
The current price is €56
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
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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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 5 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

National rating

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel the Designers Dongdaemun pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

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

As of 20 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel the Designers Dongdaemun on 26 May 2026 start from €56, 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.

How much is parking at Hotel the Designers Dongdaemun?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel the Designers Dongdaemun?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel the Designers Dongdaemun?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Hotel the Designers Dongdaemun located?

Located in Jung-gu, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Dongdaemun Design Plaza and Dongdaemun History and Culture Park. Dongdaemun Market Mall and Namsan Mountain Park are also within 1 mile (2 km). Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station is only a 4-minute walk and Dongguk University Station is 10 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

6.2

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

7.0

Staff & service

6.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 84 out of 401 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 129 out of 401 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 105 out of 401 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 53 out of 401 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 401 reviews

Reviews

Verified

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

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

6/10 Okay

Abubakar

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

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

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

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

8/10 Good

MASARU

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

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

8/10 Good

yuen faat

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

8/10 Good

Kaori

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
アクセス最高です。受付のスタッフの方々も皆さん親切でした。日本語ができない方もアプリで対応してくださりました。施設も特に問題ありませんでした。おしゃれなホテルでした。
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

ERI

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
鍵が壊れていてドアが完全に閉まらなかった。 掃除後も髪の毛がたくさん落ちていた。
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

SEIICHIRO

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
とにかく部屋が汚い。
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025