ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong (Newly renovated in 2025)

Property class: 4

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Located close to Changgyeong Palace and Gyeongbokgung Palace, ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong (Newly renovated in 2025) provides a coffee shop/cafe, laundry facilities and a bar. The on-site international cuisine buffet restaurant, TASTE, serves breakfast. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices), and guests can find other amenities, such as a 24-hour gym and a 24-hour business centre.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available
The current price is ฿4,211
฿4,632 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept

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Superior Room, 1 Double Bed (Recently Renovated)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(46 reviews)
  • City view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Room, 2 Single Beds (Recently Renovated)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(47 reviews)
  • City view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Family Room, Multiple Beds (Recently Renovated)

  • City view
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Premium Room, Ideal for Family & Friends, Recently Renovated - 3 Single Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • City view
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Premium Room, 1 Double Bed (Recently Renovated)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Premium Room, 2 Single Beds (Recently Renovated)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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  • Sleeps 3
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Located in Jongno-gu, a neighbourhood in Seoul, ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong (Newly renovated in 2025) is near a metro station. Changgyeong Palace and Myeongdong Cathedral are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Myeongdong Street and Namdaemun Market. Gyeongbokgung Palace and N Seoul Tower are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Seoul travel guide
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31, Samil-daero 30-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul, 03132

What's nearby

  • A busy street with shops and signs in a foreign language.
    Insa-dong
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • A traditional Korean palace with a large, ornate gate and stone steps leading up to it.
    Changgyeong Palace
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • A traditional Korean gate with intricate designs and multiple levels, set against a backdrop of lush green mountains.
    Gyeongbokgung Palace
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • A large brick church with a clock tower and arched windows.
    Myeongdong Cathedral
    18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • A bustling urban street at night with illuminated storefronts and a crowd of people.
    Myeongdong Street
    19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Jongno 3-ga Station
    4 min walk
  • Seoul Station
    10 min drive
  • Seoul (GMP-Gimpo Intl.)
    53 min drive

Restaurants

  • 익선취향
    2 min walk
  • Cheong Su Dang
    1 min walk
  • Vegan Insa
    1 min walk
  • Seoul Coffee | Seoul Bread | Seoul Ice Cream
    3 min walk
  • 식물
    2 min walk

About this property

ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong (Newly renovated in 2025)

  • Upscale hotel near Changgyeong Palace
  • Located close to Gyeongbokgung Palace and Myeongdong Cathedral, ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong (Newly renovated in 2025) provides a coffee shop/cafe, laundry facilities and a bar. The on-site international cuisine buffet restaurant, TASTE, serves breakfast. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices), and guests can find other amenities, such as a 24-hour gym and a 24-hour business centre.
  • You'll also find perks such as:
    • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and express check-out
    • Multilingual staff, meeting rooms and tour/ticket information
    • A water dispenser, a front desk safe and a computer station
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
  • Room features
  • All 363 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and air conditioning.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Recycling, LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
    • Eco-friendly toiletries, showers and bidets
    • 50-inch Smart TVs with cable channels
    • Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and heating

Awards and affiliations

  • Eco-certified property
  • This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education). For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (KRW 22,000 per day)
  • Parking on site (KRW 22,000 per day)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: KRW 22,000 for adults and KRW 11,000 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • TASTE

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (1,851 square foot of space)
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Lift (100 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 10 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2013
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Some profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Waste recycling policy

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 3 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests booked in a Breakfast Included rate plan receive breakfast for registered adults only. Additional breakfast fees apply for children above 5 years of age, collected at the property.

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
1 child, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately KRW 22000 for adults and from KRW 11000 for children
  • Self-parking fee: KRW 22000 per day
  • Nearby parking fee: KRW 22000 per day (328 ft away)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property
Guests under 15 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

Is ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong (Newly renovated in 2025) pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong (Newly renovated in 2025)?

As of 18 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong (Newly renovated in 2025) on 1 Sep 2026 start from ฿4,211, excluding 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 ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong (Newly renovated in 2025)?

Self-parking is available for KRW 22000 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong (Newly renovated in 2025)?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 3 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong (Newly renovated in 2025)?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong (Newly renovated in 2025) located?

Located in Jongno-gu, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Changgyeong Palace and Gyeongbokgung Palace. Myeongdong Cathedral and Myeongdong Street are also within 1 mi (2 km). Jongno 3-ga Station is only a 4-minute walk and Anguk Station is 6 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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