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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

0.9 km from Dongdaemun History Museum

David

฿3,070

฿3,377 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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 modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating, and a reception desk.

2. Mercure Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun

Euljiro-dong, 0.9 km from Dongdaemun History Museum

Vesselina

฿5,504

฿6,054 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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

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

3. OnKorea Stay

1.1 km from Dongdaemun History Museum

Kim Yan

฿2,211

฿2,432 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A modern interior with a staircase, glass walls, and a view of an outdoor area.

A hotel corridor with numbered doors, a modern light fixture, and a clean, minimalist design.

A hotel room with three beds, a desk, a mirror, and a window with sheer curtains.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a granite countertop, a built-in dishwasher, and a washing machine.

4. Seoul DDJ STAY

0.9 km from Dongdaemun History Museum

KANAKO

฿3,040

฿3,344 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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

A modern bathroom with a vanity, a mirror with circular lighting, a door, and a trash bin.

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.

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

5. BlueDuck Hotel

0.8 km from Dongdaemun History Museum

Claudel

฿3,005

฿3,305 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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

A gym with various exercise equipment, including weight machines and treadmills.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. The room has a city view through large windows.

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

6. Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Dongdaemun

Gwanghui-dong, 0.5 km from Dongdaemun History Museum

Theresa

฿6,591

฿7,975 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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.

7. Dongdaemun Stay Garden

0.6 km from Dongdaemun History Museum

Jean-Loup

฿1,963

฿2,159 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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

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

8. Hotel Skypark Kingstown Dongdaemun

Gwanghui-dong, 0.4 km from Dongdaemun History Museum

Aaron

฿5,149

฿5,663 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

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

9. Acube Hotel

Euljiro-dong, 0.9 km from Dongdaemun History Museum

bunrath

฿2,822

฿3,104 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

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

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.

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

10. Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel

Gwanghui-dong, 0.4 km from Dongdaemun History Museum

Luna

฿2,851

฿3,137 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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

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.

A modern office space with a long table, multiple chairs, and large windows offering a city view.

11. NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL DONGDAEMUN

Euljiro-dong, 0.8 km from Dongdaemun History Museum

annemarie

฿5,936

฿6,529 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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.

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.

12. The Ambassador Seoul - A Pullman Hotel

1.1 km from Dongdaemun History Museum

Jacqueline

฿8,293

฿9,122 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

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

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

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.

13. JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul

0.5 km from Dongdaemun History Museum

Chong

฿13,509

฿16,346 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

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

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

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

A hallway with a sign reading "g/ue hotel" and multiple doors.

14. glue Hotel

1.2 km from Dongdaemun History Museum

Grace

฿2,911

฿3,202 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

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.

15. Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences

Gwanghui-dong, 0.7 km from Dongdaemun History Museum

Matt

฿10,207

฿11,228 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A coin laundry facility with black dryers and washers, labeled in Korean.

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, 0.9 km from Dongdaemun History Museum

Luis

฿4,585

฿5,043 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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

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

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.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, and an air conditioning unit.

17. K-Grand Hotel DDP

0.1 km from Dongdaemun History Museum

Tina

฿1,970

฿2,167 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a small table.

A compact room with a wooden wardrobe, a small kitchenette, a round table with two chairs, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A reception desk at Youngbin Hotel with a marble counter, a sign above the desk, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A compact hotel room with a single bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, and a small table with a coffee maker.

18. Youngbin Hotel

Gwanghui-dong, 0.7 km from Dongdaemun History Museum

Ruohong

฿2,274

฿2,502 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A person standing on a balcony overlooking a cityscape with buildings and a tower.

A hotel room with two beds, a window with blinds, a mounted air conditioner, and a ceiling-mounted smoke detector.

A building with a sign for 'elim hostel' and another sign for a New York-based company.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, a toaster, a coffee machine, and a sink.

19. elim hostel

Euljiro-dong, 1 km from Dongdaemun History Museum

TAKAHIRO

฿1,771

฿1,948 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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

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.

20. LAHA Boutique DDP Dongdaemun

Gwanghui-dong, 0.2 km from Dongdaemun History Museum

Makoto

฿3,165

฿3,481 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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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
Seoul DDJ STAY	9.6 Exceptional 15 reviews	View
BlueDuck Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 103 reviews	View

Top Dongdaemun History Museum 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 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 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 enjoy retail therapy at Migliore Mall. While in this culturally rich area, you can savour 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 find the perfect gifts to bring home at Goodmorning City. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Fashion Mall U:US

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

During your trip to Seoul, you can do some window-shopping 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 do some window-shopping at Doota Mall. While in this culturally rich area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Gwanghuimun Gate

8.6/10 (4 reviews)

Find out about the history of Seoul when you take a trip to Gwanghuimun Gate. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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APM Place

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs 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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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Dongdaemun History Museum?

Dongdaemun History Museum is located in Seoul. This culturally rich area is known for its array of dining options and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 254 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Dongdaemun History Museum?

Adjacent to Dongdaemun History Museum, Toyoko Inn Seoul Dongdaemun No.2 is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free WiFi. Other good options close by include HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG and Toyoko Inn Seoul Dongdaemun 1.

How many hotels will I find near Dongdaemun History Museum?

Expedia has 254 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Dongdaemun History Museum.

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

Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available near Dongdaemun History Museum.

What can I see and do near Dongdaemun History Museum?

Seoul National University Hospital, Alive Museum Insadong and National Museum of Korean Contemporary History feature captivating exhibits. Explore notable local landmarks like Bukchon Hanok Village, Gyeongbokgung Palace and Heunginjimun Gate. You can check out the local talent at Myeongdong Theater, Myeongdong Nanta Theatre and Seoul Namsan Gugakdang.

How can I get to Dongdaemun History Museum?

With so many ways to get around, seeing the area around Dongdaemun History Museum is a breeze. Nearby metro stations include Euljiro 4-ga Station, Chungmuro Station and Euljilo 3-ga Station. If you want to explore the larger area, ride aboard one of the trains from Seoul Station.

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Our top choices for Dongdaemun History Museum hotels

1. Mumum Jongno

2. Mercure Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun

3. OnKorea Stay

4. Seoul DDJ STAY

5. BlueDuck Hotel

6. Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Dongdaemun

7. Dongdaemun Stay Garden

8. Hotel Skypark Kingstown Dongdaemun

9. Acube Hotel

10. Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel

11. NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL DONGDAEMUN

12. The Ambassador Seoul - A Pullman Hotel

13. JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul

14. glue Hotel

15. Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences

16. JD Tower Hotel

17. K-Grand Hotel DDP

18. Youngbin Hotel

19. elim hostel

20. LAHA Boutique DDP Dongdaemun

Compare popular hotels close to Dongdaemun History Museum

Top Dongdaemun History Museum 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 Museum

Dongdaemun History and Culture Park

Dongdaemun Design Plaza

Migliore Mall

Goodmorning City

Fashion Mall U:US

Doota Mall

Gwanghuimun Gate

APM Place

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