Hotels near Cheonggu Station, Seoul

"The room was new and clean, as expected. It was a bit small but had everything we needed, including a mini-fridge for our snacks and drinks. We could even open our 24-inch luggage fully. The best part was that the double room came with two beds. The soundproofing wasn't great; we could faintly hear people talking next door at night, but the hotel provided free earplugs. There's also a large rooftop terrace with traditional Korean Yut Nori game equipment. For breakfast, they offered cereal, milk, soy milk, toast, butter, jam, cheese, and ham. I found the cheese and ham combination particularly delicious. They also provide free instant noodles, coffee, and tea 24/7, which was a nice touch, especially enjoying some Korean instant noodles after returning in the evening! The front desk staff were all very friendly and helpful, always with a smile. However, I couldn't get the WeChat QR code at the front desk to work. The location is super convenient. There's Daiso, Mega Mart, Kyochon Chicken, duty-free shops, and more nearby. Cheonggyecheon Stream and Gwangjang Market (the Olive Young inside the market has a unique design, as shown in picture 4) are within walking distance. Dongdaemun Subway Station Exit 6 is only a 3-5 minute walk away and has an escalator. With subway lines 1 and 4, you can reach most attractions directly or with just one transfer. If you want to take the high-speed train, you can get to Seoul Station and Cheongnyangni Station without any transfers. The Airport Bus 6002 stop is also less than a 10-minute walk from the hotel. Overall, the price was reasonable, the location was great, the room was clean, and the service was excellent. I would definitely recommend it to friends."

"I stayed in a business room at Yul Hanok Hotel! It was a budget-friendly room where the bathroom was on the same floor but in a different area. It wasn't a bad room for two people. It even had a TV, and the air conditioning worked well! It was a bit of a shame that the bathroom fan wasn't working, so I couldn't ventilate it, but since it was only for one night, it was fine! If you're looking for a hotel with good value for money, I highly recommend it!"

"The location is fantastic! There are tons of restaurants nearby, and a convenience store is right around the corner. It was really convenient to be able to stay out late in Dongdaemun and then quickly head back to the hostel. My room was spacious enough to lay out all my luggage, the sheets were clean, and the mattress was comfortable. Everything I needed was provided, and the staff were incredibly kind. You can register for their LINE account using the QR code by the entrance to quickly get in touch with them, and they respond right away. I was a bit worried about the shower and toilet being in one room, but the ventilation was excellent, so it dried quickly. The soundproofing in the room was great; I couldn't hear any noise from other rooms at all. I had my luggage sent from the airport, and they kindly stored it for me, and they'll hold it again when I leave. I was very satisfied with this hostel."

"I chose this hotel based on my budget, location, and acceptable cleanliness standards (according to reviews). The closest exit to Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Station is Exit 8, but Exit 4, across the main road, has an elevator and isn't much further. There's a 7-Eleven next to Exit 4, and a WOWPASS charging machine in the lobby of the Sotetsu Hotel in front of the exit. The bed was comfortable, both in firmness and bedding. The toilet and shower were a combined unit without a partition, which I knew from reviews, but it still took some getting used to. However, I eventually got the hang of it. Basic amenities were provided, and I received a toothbrush set at check-in. There's a charging cable next to the bed, so you can charge your phone without a voltage converter. You take an elevator to get to your room. This hotel was perfectly adequate for a solo traveler looking to stay active on a budget."

"First off, the location is super convenient! It's right opposite Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) and in the same building as Hyundai City Outlets. There's a subway station, bus stops, and express bus stops nearby, so getting around is a breeze. The room itself was pretty spacious and very clean, and the staff were all very welcoming. And remember, kids' breakfast is FREE! Kids' breakfast is FREE! Kids' breakfast is FREE! On our first day, there was a ********* staff member at the front desk who insisted we pay for our child's breakfast. She seemed unfamiliar with the policy; kids' breakfast should have been half price (5,000 KRW per day), but she didn't know and was too hesitant to ask, so she tried to charge us 10,000 KRW. We thought that was too much and didn't pay. Interestingly, the next day, the breakfast staff just waved us in, and for the entire four days we stayed, no one ever asked us for a breakfast voucher for our child. Everything else was great though. Lots of Japanese guests stay here, probably because of the bathtubs in the rooms."

"I booked a deluxe king room, which, according to the room type description, should have been on floors 8-19. However, when I checked in, the front desk assigned me a room on the 6th floor. Upon entering, I found the room to be quite ordinary. The bathtub and shower facilities were also poorly designed; even with a shower curtain, water would spray out, leaving a puddle on the floor. I later checked my booking and realized they had given me the wrong room type! That evening, I went to the front desk to discuss it. Initially, they insisted that room 601 was a large room and there was no difference, even claiming other rooms would be smaller... It was only after I insisted that they agreed to move me to a higher floor, 1301, the next day. As expected, the higher-floor room was noticeably newer. What a waste of money for the first night's room difference!"

"I chose this hotel primarily for its convenient location, and it certainly delivered! It's just a few minutes from Shindang Station Exit 10, and with escalators going both up and down, navigating with a suitcase was a breeze. As for the hotel itself, it's clean and has an elevator. However, the room is small, and the bathroom design means the entire space gets wet when you shower. Because of this, I wouldn't recommend it for anyone traveling with companions, only solo travelers. For my two-night stay, it was perfectly fine! On my arrival day, I couldn't find the air conditioner remote, so I couldn't turn on the heating. But I discovered on the second day that it's combined with the TV remote, which was great. Check-in is late, but check-out is at 12 PM. I opted for a late check-out until 1 PM for an extra 10,000 won, which gave me plenty of time to explore in the morning before coming back. Overall, I was very satisfied!"

"The room was clean and comfortable, with soft bedding and excellent facilities. The service was warm and attentive, with quick responses to requests. Breakfast was abundant and delicious, offering great value for money. Overall, the experience exceeded my expectations, and I would definitely choose to stay here again."

"First off, this is a legitimate hotel, not a guesthouse or a self-built inn. It has all the standard hotel amenities. It's definitely a suitable place to stay. Now, regarding the location, don't trust some of the online guides. This area isn't a commercial district or where tourists would typically want to go. It's a wholesale market hub, much like Beijing's Zoo Market or Chengdu's Lotus Pond Market – places that open at night for stocking up and close during the day. Within a two-kilometer radius, there are tens of thousands of tailor shops. Of course, there are some malls that are open during the day, but they're very few, so it's not recommended for tourists to stay here. I chose this place because I was returning to China from Busan, wanted a good night's rest, and needed to go to Gimpo Airport the next day. For everyone else, it's probably best to stick to hotels near Myeongdong; having Lotte Department Store right outside is the way to go. The hotel doesn't provide toothbrushes or toothpaste; you have to buy them from a vending machine. They really don't offer them at all, unlike other hotels where they might not actively provide them but will give them to you if you ask, like a razor. The two beds are roughly the size you'd find in a student dormitory. The breakfast *looked* like it would be good, but the reality was that it ended at 10 AM, with last entry at 9:30 AM. I went around 8:40 AM, and all that was left was sliced bread, sliced baguette, and instant noodles. As for scrambled eggs, bacon fried rice, which should have been there, I didn't see any – they were gone by at least 8:30 AM, and they didn't restock at all. The small pots for dishes in my pictures were all empty. I only managed to eat four small mushrooms. The hotel description mentioned sausages and other items, but there was absolutely nothing. In the end, I had a cup of instant noodles and a glass of grape juice."

"The Summit Hotel Dongdaemun was perfect for my trip. The location is excellent—very close to multiple subway lines, making it easy to get around Seoul, and right next to the shopping district. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful throughout our stay. The facilities are great too, including a super convenient store right in the lobby. Clean, comfortable, and an all-around wonderful experience!"