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

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

A kitchen with a window, a bench with round stools, and a small potted plant.

1. Mumum Jongno

0.7 km from Dongdaemun History and Culture Park

David

NT$2,923

NT$3,216 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

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

A high-rise hotel with multiple floors, illuminated windows, and a modern architectural design.

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

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

2. Mercure Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun

Euljiro-dong, 0.8 km from Dongdaemun History and Culture Park

Vesselina

NT$5,240

NT$5,764 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.

3. OnKorea Stay

1.1 km from Dongdaemun History and Culture Park

Kim Yan

NT$2,105

NT$2,315 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

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

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows offering city views, and a clean, well-lit interior.

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.

4. Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Dongdaemun

Gwanghui-dong, 0.4 km from Dongdaemun History and Culture Park

Theresa

NT$6,276

NT$7,593 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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 welcome sign, a staircase, and a wall-mounted 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.

5. Dongdaemun Stay Garden

0.7 km from Dongdaemun History and Culture Park

Jean-Loup

NT$2,429

NT$2,672 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A small, neatly organized bedroom with a wooden dresser, a single bed with white bedding, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and a framed picture on the wall.

A modern hotel corridor with a check-in desk, a refrigerator, and a snack shelf.

A modern interior with a wooden door, a stone pathway, and a minimalist design.

A building entrance with a sign reading "STAY SAI" and a wooden door. There are two illuminated signs on either side of the door.

6. Stay SAI

1 km from Dongdaemun History and Culture Park

DEIRDRA

NT$1,730

NT$1,903 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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

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

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

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

7. Hotel Skypark Kingstown Dongdaemun

Gwanghui-dong, 0.3 km from Dongdaemun History and Culture Park

Aaron

NT$4,902

NT$5,392 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a ceiling light.

A multi-story building with a modern facade, a covered entrance, and a sign indicating a hotel and cafe is coming soon.

A modern hotel room with a white table, black chairs, a wooden accent wall, a decorative ceiling, and a kitchen area with a refrigerator and wooden cabinets.

8. BlueDuck Hotel

0.7 km from Dongdaemun History and Culture Park

Claudel

NT$2,861

NT$3,147 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

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

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.

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

9. Acube Hotel

Euljiro-dong, 0.8 km from Dongdaemun History and Culture Park

bunrath

NT$2,687

NT$2,956 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

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

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

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

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

10. Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel

Gwanghui-dong, 0.4 km from Dongdaemun History and Culture Park

Luna

NT$2,688

NT$2,958 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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

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

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

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

11. NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL DONGDAEMUN

Euljiro-dong, 0.7 km from Dongdaemun History and Culture Park

annemarie

NT$5,652

NT$6,217 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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

A spacious hotel lobby with a large window offering a city view, multiple seating areas, and a well-lit environment.

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

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

12. The Ambassador Seoul - A Pullman Hotel

1 km from Dongdaemun History and Culture Park

Jacqueline

NT$7,896

NT$8,686 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

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

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

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

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

13. Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences

Gwanghui-dong, 0.5 km from Dongdaemun History and Culture Park

Matt

NT$9,719

NT$10,690 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

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.

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

14. JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul

0.4 km from Dongdaemun History and Culture Park

Chong

NT$12,863

NT$15,564 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 5 - Nov 6

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

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.

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

15. New Blanc Central Myeongdong

Gwanghui-dong, 1.1 km from Dongdaemun History and Culture Park

frederick man wing

NT$4,329

NT$4,762 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A modern cafe interior with tables and chairs, large windows, and a view of the street outside.

A gym with various weightlifting equipment, mirrors, and a speckled grey floor.

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

16. JD Tower Hotel

Gwanghui-dong, 0.7 km from Dongdaemun History and Culture Park

Luis

NT$4,366

NT$4,802 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

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

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

A bar area with a long counter, multiple shelves of liquor bottles, and three bar stools.

A bar area with various bottles and glasses.

17. glue Hotel

1.1 km from Dongdaemun History and Culture Park

Grace

NT$1,926

NT$2,119 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

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

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

18. LAHA Boutique DDP Dongdaemun

Gwanghui-dong, 0.1 km from Dongdaemun History and Culture Park

Makoto

NT$3,013

NT$3,315 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

The exterior of the Summit Hotel with illuminated signage, large glass windows, and a modern architectural design.

A spacious coffee shop with multiple tables and chairs, a visible counter with a menu, and a large window offering a view of the street.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a clean, polished floor.

A modern office with two desks, two chairs, and a lamp.

19. The Summit Hotel Seoul Dongdaemun

0.6 km from Dongdaemun History and Culture Park

Joe

NT$4,288

NT$4,716 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

A building with signs for '6018 Airport Bus' and 'Hamy'.

Outdoor wooden picnic tables against a green wall with a view of trees and buildings in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, a vanity with mirrors, a window, and an air conditioning unit.

A room with a TV mounted on the wall, a desk with a computer and a printer, and a radiator.

20. Hamory Guesthouse

Gwanghui-dong, 0.2 km from Dongdaemun History and Culture Park

Ngawang

NT$1,652

NT$1,817 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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Compare popular hotels close to Dongdaemun History and Culture Park

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Mumum Jongno	9.8 Exceptional 6 reviews	View
Mercure Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun	9.8 Exceptional 7 reviews	View
OnKorea Stay	9.4 Exceptional 6 reviews	View
Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Dongdaemun	9.2 Wonderful 1,394 reviews	View
Dongdaemun Stay Garden	9.2 Wonderful 65 reviews	View

Top Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Hotel Reviews

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely large clean room that was also cleaned daily. Great reception and 24hr convenience store on site. Within walking distance to Myeongdong but nicely out the way. Would recommend this hotel."

Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences

10/10 Excellent

"Our stay at the Novotel was truly exceptional. From the moment we arrived, we received wonderful service and felt very welcome. The room was comfortable, and all the amenities were excellent and of very high quality. The restaurant was also outstanding, with excellent service and absolutely delicious food. A special thank you to the entire staff for making our stay so enjoyable. Everyone was extremely professional, friendly, attentive, and always willing to help. We truly appreciated the wonderful hospitality and would definitely stay here again. Highly recommended!"

The Summit Hotel Seoul Dongdaemun

10/10 Excellent

"Room was clean staff was helpful"

Hotel Skypark Kingstown Dongdaemun

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent customer service. Clean rooms. The lobby is on the 14th floor with a 7-11! That was really nice surprise knowing you don't have to leave the hotel in the middle of the night if you're craving some snacks. Located above the Hyndai outlet mall and another 5-6 story wholesale clothing and accessories market beside it. Across the street from Dongdaemun History & Culture Park and in between 2 subway stations."

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 !"

Travelodge Dongdaemun Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Rooms ok, good breakfast near DDP Plaza, Gwangjang Market - 광장시장 Marketplace, train station, cafes, restaurants and malls."

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."

Toyoko Inn Seoul Dongdaemun No.2

10/10 Excellent

"That was my another Toyoko stay. Compare to others that was not the best. Breakfast was OK but the room was not clean, hair was everywhere. Bed was comfortable, bigger then other hotels offered."

Hotel the Designers Dongdaemun

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent attention John"

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A modern architectural structure with a curved facade, a large sculpture, and a busy urban street with pedestrians.

Dongdaemun Design Plaza

8.2/10 (702 reviews)

Join the masses who snap selfies every year at one of the most Instagrammed sites in South Korea, a UFO-like building that hosts a variety of events.

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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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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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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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Fashion Mall U:US

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

During your trip to Seoul, you can enjoy retail therapy at Fashion Mall U:US. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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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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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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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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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Dongdaemun History and Culture Park?

Dongdaemun History and Culture Park is located in a culturally rich area of Seoul known for its array of dining options and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 272 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Dongdaemun History and Culture Park?

Adjacent to Dongdaemun History and Culture Park, 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 within a short distance include HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG and Toyoko Inn Seoul Dongdaemun 1.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Dongdaemun History and Culture Park?

Expedia has 272 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Dongdaemun History and Culture Park.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Dongdaemun History and Culture Park, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Dongdaemun History and Culture Park.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Dongdaemun History and Culture Park?

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What can I see and do near Dongdaemun History and Culture Park?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Seoul National University Hospital, Alive Museum Insadong, or National Museum of Korean Contemporary History. 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 History and Culture Park?

With so many transportation options, exploring the area around Dongdaemun History and Culture Park is easy. Take advantage of metro transit at Euljiro 4-ga Station, Chungmuro Station, and Euljilo 3-ga Station. If you're taking a train into town, Seoul Station is the closest station to Jung-gu.

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Our top choices for Dongdaemun History and Culture Park hotels

1. Mumum Jongno

2. Mercure Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun

3. OnKorea Stay

4. Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Dongdaemun

5. Dongdaemun Stay Garden

6. Stay SAI

7. Hotel Skypark Kingstown Dongdaemun

8. BlueDuck Hotel

9. Acube Hotel

10. Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel

11. NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL DONGDAEMUN

12. The Ambassador Seoul - A Pullman Hotel

13. Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences

14. JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul

15. New Blanc Central Myeongdong

16. JD Tower Hotel

17. glue Hotel

18. LAHA Boutique DDP Dongdaemun

19. The Summit Hotel Seoul Dongdaemun

20. Hamory Guesthouse

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Top Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Hotel Reviews

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences

The Summit Hotel Seoul Dongdaemun

Hotel Skypark Kingstown Dongdaemun

K-Grand Hotel DDP

Travelodge Dongdaemun Hotel

Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Dongdaemun

Toyoko Inn Seoul Dongdaemun No.2

Hotel the Designers Dongdaemun

Other attractions near Dongdaemun History and Culture Park

Dongdaemun Design Plaza

Migliore Mall

Goodmorning City

Dongdaemun History Museum

Fashion Mall U:US

Doota Mall

APM Place

Gwanghuimun Gate

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