Dongdaemun-gu Travel Guide

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Cheonggyecheon canal near Dongdaemun district, Seoul, South Korea
Dongdaemun Seonggwak Park in Dongdaemun district on Jun 18, 2017 in Seoul city, South Korea
Seoul, South Korea - April, 2025: View of Dongdaemun district and Heunginjimun Gate at night.
F1HJ6B The Dongdaemun history and culture park in the east part of Seoul, South Korea
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Stay near popular Dongdaemun-gu attractions

Kyunghee University

10.0/5 (1 review)
Explore the campus of Kyunghee University during your trip to Seoul. Stroll along the riverfront in this culturally rich area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
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Top hotels in Dongdaemun-gu

Dongdaemun Signature Tourist Hotel

Dongdaemun Signature Tourist Hotel

2 out of 5
8 Janghan-ro 21-gil Seoul
The price is ₹4,302 per night from 21 Jun to 22 Jun
₹4,302
₹4,748 total
21 Jun - 22 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and Netflix. Popular attractions Dongdaemun History and Culture Park and Starfield COEX Mall ...
7.6/10 Good! (11 reviews)
"Ok stay. Hotel a little dated, it is located on a good bus route. 20 mins to the markets we wanted to visit. Really good affordable restaurants in the area. Would have liked to stay abit more central but then we wouldn't have eaten at local great places. Would have liked bigger towels and a kettle ..."

Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025

Dongdaemun Signature Tourist Hotel
Mangrove Sinseol

Mangrove Sinseol

2 out of 5
22, Wangsan-ro, Dongdaemun-gu Seoul
The price is ₹4,516 per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
₹4,516
₹5,035 total
14 Jul - 15 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a business centre. Popular attractions Dongdaemun History and Culture Park and Bukchon Hanok ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (190 reviews)
"Not so good and bed furniture no tv"

Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026

Mangrove Sinseol
Boutique hotel k Dongdaemun

Boutique hotel k Dongdaemun

3 out of 5
341, Cheonho-daero, Dongdaemun-gu Seoul Seoul
Stay at this hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and a local area shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7/10 Good! (413 reviews)
"Not a bad place but a good distance from main locations like Hongdae. Lots of traffic noises at night"

Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026

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Dongdaemun Bellus Hotel

Dongdaemun Bellus Hotel

2 out of 5
8 Janghan-ro 24-gil, Dongdaemun-gu Seoul
The price is ₹3,898 per night from 17 Jun to 18 Jun
₹3,898
₹4,288 total
17 Jun - 18 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Dongdaemun History and Culture Park and COEX Convention ...
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THE RECENZ Dongdaemun Hotel

THE RECENZ Dongdaemun Hotel

3.5 out of 5
383 Cheonho-daero, Dongdaemun-gu Seoul
The price is ₹4,192 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
₹4,192
₹4,697 total
23 Jun - 24 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Dongdaemun History and Culture Park and COEX Convention ...
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Raha

Raha

2.5 out of 5
174-1, Imun-ro Seoul
The price is ₹2,696 per night from 18 Jun to 19 Jun
₹2,696
₹3,009 total
18 Jun - 19 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Dongdaemun History and Culture Park ...
7.6/10 Good! (62 reviews)
"Lots of shops close by for essentials. 10 min walk to nearest metro with good links to central Seoul. Walk back from metro is up steep road. But not too hard."

Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026

Raha
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Where to stay in Dongdaemun-gu

Find the best Dongdaemun-gu areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Myeong-dong

Enjoy the popular shops in Myeong-dong. Myeongdong Street is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Myeong-dong Station or Euljiro 1-ga Station to see more of Seoul.

Gangnam-gu

Gangnam-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like COEX Convention and Exhibition Center and Seven Luck Casino Seoul Gangnam Branch. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Cheongdam Station or Gangnam-gu Office Station.

Hongdae

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Hongdae. Spend some time visiting top spots like Gyeongui Line Forest Park, and catch the metro at Hongik University Station or Mangwon Station to see more of the area.

Insa-dong

Insa-dong is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Insa-dong and Cheonggyecheon while in the area.

Jongno-gu

Jongno-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Bukchon Hanok Village and Sejong Cultural Center. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Gwanghwamun Station or Jonggak Station.

Dongdaemun-gu Travel Guide