In the center of Dongdaemun Shopping Town, this design-forward hotel feels like a quiet reset between late-night browsing and busy days out. The lobby’s warm wood accents and open seating zones set an easy pace, while an airy breakfast restaurant keeps mornings relaxed before heading back into the city.
Buffet dining made interactive
Start with a rotating Western-style buffet plus made-to-order omelets and eggs.
Fitness studio classes
Join on-property sessions that keep a routine going while in Seoul.
Walk to Dongdaemun Design Plaza
The neighborhood’s architectural centerpiece is about 6 minutes away on foot.
Near a metro station, Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Dongdaemun is in Jung-gu, a neighborhood in Seoul with great airport proximity and shopping. Gyeongbokgung Palace and Bukchon Hanok Village are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Dongdaemun History and Culture Park and Namsan Mountain Park. Dongdaemun Design Plaza and Heunginjimun Gate are two other places to visit that come recommended. Guests appreciate the hotel's convenience to public transportation: Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station is just steps away and Dongdaemun Station is 11 minutes by foot.
226, Jangchungdan-ro Jung-gu, Seoul, Seoul, 04565
What's nearby
Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
4 min walk - 0.2 miles
Dongdaemun Design Plaza
4 min walk - 0.2 miles
Cheonggyecheon
8 min walk - 0.5 miles
Dongdaemun Market Mall
11 min walk - 0.6 miles
Heunginjimun Gate
11 min walk - 0.6 miles
Getting around
Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station
1 min walk
Seoul Station
13 min drive
Gimpo Intl. Airport (GMP)
57 min drive
Restaurants
Starbucks
1 min walk
연무장
2 min walk
Arirang Cafe
1 min walk
Conhas
2 min walk
썬더치킨
2 min walk
About this property
Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Dongdaemun
Upscale hotel near Dongdaemun Design Plaza
Located close to Heunginjimun Gate, Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Dongdaemun provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour gym, and a 24-hour business center. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a restaurant.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
Buffet breakfast (surcharge), meeting rooms, and tour/ticket assistance
An elevator, concierge services, and luggage storage
Smoke-free premises, a 24-hour front desk, and a banquet hall
Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and proximity to the airport
Room features
All 215 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, in addition to perks like free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet
Parking and transportation
No onsite parking available
Food and drink
Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: KRW 18,000 per person
A restaurant
Things to do
24-hour gym
Family friendly
In-room refrigerator
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
24-hour business center
Meeting rooms
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator
Wheelchair accessibility
More
1 building
20 floors
Art Deco architecture
Banquet hall
Built in 2015
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Down comforter
Pillowtop mattress
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Bidet
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Shower
Slippers
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
40-inch LED TV with satellite premium channels
Food and drink
Free bottled water
Refrigerator
More
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Desk
Laptop-compatible safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Disposable personal items, such as toothbrush, toothpaste, and razors are available at the front desk (surcharge).
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 5 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately KRW 18000 per person
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, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
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
Property class
Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.
Frequently asked questions
Is Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Dongdaemun pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Dongdaemun?
As of Sep 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Dongdaemun on Sep 28, 2026 start from $196, including 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?
This property doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Dongdaemun?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Dongdaemun?
Check-out is at noon.
Where is Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Dongdaemun located?
Located in Jung-gu, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Dongdaemun Design Plaza and Heunginjimun Gate. Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station is only a 2-minute walk and Dongdaemun Station is 11 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select 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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Reviews
Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Dongdaemun Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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I stayed there with my sister for almost a week. Staff was friendly and helpful. Amenities were good and the room was spacious and clean. The hotel is right in front of a train station that has three lines crossing (lines 2, 4 and 5), bus stations and has malls, restaurants and city attractions withing short walking distance. We asked for breakfast to be included and it was buffet style and the food was good. We definitely recommend it
The room was clean and comfortable. We didn't interact much with the staff, but they were nice enough at check in/out. Great location - just a few steps away from the subway elevator entrance.
Great hotel all round, handy location from metro and walking to some main sights. Shops, restaurants and super markets nearby. Clean room, very comfortable bed (the pillows were amazing), bottles of water provided every day, tea and coffee in the room. Great selection at breakfast for both Asian and Western tastes. All staff were really friendly.
The only improvement for me would be to speedup the elevator..... it takes ages to arrive.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review
4/10 Poor
Hyeon
Jun 15, 2026
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
I booked this hotel and paid an additional fee because I wanted a good location and a high-floor view.
However, the view was not good. The window was blocked by a building directly in front of it, and there was even construction work going on, with a crane obstructing the view.
The breakfast was rather poor.
In Room 1811, where I stayed, there were water stains between the gaps of the glass bathroom door and in the corners of the bathroom. There was also dust accumulated on top of the air purifier, which made it seem like detailed cleaning was not being carried out.
Other than the subway station elevator located directly in front of the hotel’s main entrance and the comfortable bedding, I do not have any particularly positive memories of this stay.
Even though the location is good, I do not think I will visit again.
The room was not cleaned during our 4-night stay, except on the last day, when we removed the sign from our bed. We thought the sign meant we didn't need to change the bed linen daily, but we didn't expect it also meant our bed wouldn't be tidied.
It was convenient to have the coin-operated laundry facilities in the hotel's basement. The buffet breakfast was pretty meh. Glad we decided not to include it in our booking and only went there on our last morning there. The food choices are standard. And the staff will make sure you leave the breakfast hall at 10 am on the dot, as that is when they say they will close. Closing time = no more guests in the dining area, not just the kitchen's. So you need to make sure to time it well before you go.
The staff were kind enough to let us extend our stay for 30 minutes when we asked in the morning. We will be charged 11,000 KRW if we want to stay for an extra hour. Pretty strict.
We loved the room! The location was perfect as it was close to several subway lines, making it easy to explore the city. The staff was also friendly and spoke English. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Jill
Feb 24, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was very clean and the staff was exceptionally courteous
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Ping
Jul 13, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Breakfast has no much choice. Mostly are veggies. Upon the hotel room price, breakfast is quite bad. Lobby looks like very economy hotel but hotel price is expensive.