6 Hotels Near Euljiro 4(sa)-ga and Dongdaemun History and Culture Park: From Novotel Ambassador to Long Weekend Haus
Between Euljiro 4(sa)-ga Station and Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station, Novotel Ambassador, Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir, Toyoko Inn, Hotel Skypark Kingstown, Mangrove, and Long Weekend Haus are all clustered within a 10 minute walk of each other. If two couples want separate bedrooms, Long Weekend Haus or the Novotel residence suites work well. For a solo traveler on a budget staying just a few days, Toyoko Inn or Mangrove make sense. Families who need breakfast and a pool should pick Novotel. Below is a record organized under the same categories: station access, room scale, and pricing as of the check date.
Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun
Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun is a 4 minute walk from Exit 12 of Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station, and also within walking distance of Euljiro 4(sa)-ga Station (confirmed on Booking.com and the official Accor page).
The property combines 331 hotel rooms with 192 residence units equipped with cooking and laundry facilities, for a total of 523 rooms across 12 room types. It sits next to the DDP building designed by Zaha Hadid.
When two adults use the breakfast service, up to two children under 16 eat free. Breakfast otherwise costs 55,000 KRW for adults and 27,500 KRW for children (confirmed on Yeogeouttae, 2026-07-23).
It is the only property in the Dongdaemun area with a rooftop outdoor pool as well as an indoor pool, making it a good fit for families wanting to swim with children.
- Pro: The residence type includes cooking and laundry facilities, ideal for longer stays.
- Pro: Both the station and DDP are within a 4 minute walk.
- Con: With 523 rooms, the lobby can get crowded during check in hours.
Long Weekend Haus DDP
Long Weekend Haus (롱위켄드하우스) DDP is a suite style property with 7 room types and 12 rooms total, located at 15-3 Ssangnim-dong, Jung-gu, Seoul, in the block south of the DDP. The Dining Suite (for 2, up to 4 guests, 35 sqm) lists a starting rate for 4 guests for one night on the site, and stays of 3 nights or more receive a 10% discount (longweekendhaus.com, reconfirmed 2026-09-19).
Check in is at 15:00 and check out at 11:00, handled through a self check in kiosk, so guests can check in regardless of front desk hours even if their flight arrives late.
The Maru Suite (for 3, up to 6 guests, 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, 44 sqm) suits two couples who want to split bedrooms, and the 702 Penthouse (for 4, up to 8 guests, 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, 69 sqm) is the only room that can hold up to 8 guests, making it suitable for large family gatherings or group trips.
Guests beyond a room's stated capacity are charged 10,000 KRW per person per night, and free cancellation is available up to 14 days before check in under the flexible rate plan. All rooms are non smoking, pets are not allowed, and the lead guest must be at least 19 years old.
The Trip.com aggregate rating is 9.5 out of 10 (66 reviews, confirmed 2026-09-14).
- Pro: The bedroom separated suite lineup, Dining, Maru, and Penthouse, means group trips do not need to split into multiple rooms.
- Pro: Self check in makes late night arrivals hassle free.
- Pro: A 10% discount for stays of 3 nights or more is an official booking benefit.
- Con: With only 12 rooms, availability fills up fast during peak season.
See the room chart on the official site
Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Dongdaemun
Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Dongdaemun is a 1 minute walk from Exit 4 or Exit 9 of Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station. Exit 4 has an elevator (confirmed on the official access page).
The hotel offers a range of room types, including Double, Twin, Family Twin, and Deluxe Triple, and every room is fitted with a Simmons bed (confirmed on the official page).
Breakfast is buffet style and costs 18,000 KRW per person (confirmed on Expedia, as of September 2026).
As a 4 star business hotel under Japan's Sotetsu Group, it offers spacious desks, a business center, and a 24 hour fitness room.
- Pro: Being right at the station exit means the shortest time dragging luggage.
- Pro: Family Twin and Deluxe Triple rooms let families of 3 to 4 stay without splitting rooms.
- Con: The hotel has no parking facility of its own, so public transit is assumed.
See location and rooms on the official site
Toyoko Inn Seoul Dongdaemun II
Toyoko Inn Seoul Dongdaemun II is a 1 minute walk from Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station (confirmed on the official Toyoko Inn page).
The property has 261 rooms total, mostly compact rooms, and follows the fixed low price policy typical of the Japanese Toyoko Inn chain (confirmed on seoultophotels).
Breakfast and Wi-Fi are included in the rate, and additional discounts are available for Toyoko Inn Club Card members or guests who prepay by credit card (confirmed on the official page).
- Pro: At a 1 minute walk from the station, it offers the best access of the group.
- Pro: Breakfast is included and member discounts can lower the budget.
- Con: Rooms are mostly compact business types, so options for families of 4 or more are limited.
Hotel Skypark Kingstown Dongdaemun
Hotel Skypark Kingstown Dongdaemun is located at 20 Jangchungdan-ro 13-gil, Seoul, a 6 minute walk from Exit 14 of Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station (Line 2) (confirmed on the official location page).
It connects directly to Hyundai City Outlet Dongdaemun, and Cheonggyecheon stream runs right in front of the hotel (confirmed on the official page).
As a mid range business hotel under the domestic Skypark chain, its room mix centers on Standard rooms.
- Pro: Direct connection to the outlet means a short indoor shopping route.
- Pro: Airport limousine stops for Incheon and Gimpo are within walking distance.
- Con: At a 6 minute walk to the station exit, it takes a bit longer than the other listings.
Check location on the official site
Mangrove Dongdaemun
Mangrove Dongdaemun is located at 334 Toegye-ro, Jung-gu, a 3 minute walk from Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station (Lines 2, 4, and 5) (confirmed on the official page).
It is a co-living brand with 177 units across 15 floors, operating short term stays (Stay) on a nightly basis alongside long term residency (Live) of 3 months or more (confirmed on the official page).
The lead guest checking in must be at least 19 years old, and check in, check out, and luggage storage are all self service (confirmed via Trip.com policy).
Shared spaces include a free 24 hour laundry room and a rooftop terrace.
- Pro: A 3 minute walk from the station plus a free 24 hour laundry room suits travelers staying several days or more.
- Pro: Options range from dormitory beds to private rooms to fit any budget.
- Con: The self check in and check out system may be inconvenient for families who prefer front desk service.
In summary, walking time to the station runs Sotetsu and Toyoko Inn (1 minute), Mangrove (3 minutes), Novotel (4 minutes), and Skypark (6 minutes), in that order. In terms of room scale, Novotel is largest with 523 rooms, while Long Weekend Haus is smallest with 12 rooms. If two couples want separate bedrooms, consider the Long Weekend Haus Maru Suite or the Sotetsu Family Twin first. For families of 4 or more, look first at the Long Weekend Haus Penthouse (up to 8 guests) or the Novotel residence suites.
| Property | Station Access | Room Scale | Price Range (Check Date) | Family Friendliness | Brand Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun | 4 min walk from Exit 12, Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station | 523 rooms (331 hotel, 192 residence), 12 types | Breakfast: 55,000 KRW adult, 27,500 KRW child (2026-07-23) | 2 children eat breakfast free, indoor and outdoor pools | International chain under Accor, hotel plus residence |
| Long Weekend Haus DDP | South of DDP, Ssangnim dong (by address) | 7 types, 12 rooms, 32 to 69 sqm | 10% off for 3+ nights, 10,000 KRW per extra guest per night (2026-09-19) | Bedroom separated suites, penthouse for up to 8 guests | Independent boutique suite brand |
| Sotetsu The Splaisir Seoul Dongdaemun | 1 min walk from Exit 4 or 9, Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station | Double, Twin, Family Twin, Deluxe Triple | Breakfast: 18,000 KRW per person (September 2026) | Has Family Twin and Deluxe Triple rooms | 4 star business hotel under Japan's Sotetsu Group |
| Toyoko Inn Seoul Dongdaemun II | 1 min walk from Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station | 261 rooms, compact business type | Breakfast and Wi-Fi included, member and prepay discounts | Limited family room options | Japanese Toyoko Inn budget business chain |
| Hotel Skypark Kingstown Dongdaemun | 6 min walk from Exit 14, Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station | Mostly Standard rooms | Connected to outlet, airport limousine within walking distance | Shopping focused, no specific family information | Domestic Skypark mid range chain |
| Mangrove Dongdaemun | 3 min walk from Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station | 15 floors, 177 units, dorm to private room | Mixed short term (Stay) and long term (Live) pricing | Lead guest must be 19+, self check in | Domestic co-living and hostel brand |
Written by Park Seo-yeon, tripsight Euljiro and Dongdaemun accommodations desk
Sources: Long Weekend Haus DDP official page
Sources: Trip.com Long Weekend Haus ratings
Sources: Booking.com Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun
Sources: Yeogeouttae Novotel Ambassador Dongdaemun breakfast information
Sources: Accor official Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun
Sources: Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Dongdaemun official location guide
Sources: Sotetsu The Splaisir Dongdaemun official room guide
Sources: Expedia Sotetsu The Splaisir Dongdaemun breakfast information
Sources: Toyoko Inn Seoul Dongdaemun No.2 official page
Sources: Toyoko Inn Seoul Dongdaemun II room count information
Sources: Hotel Skypark Kingstown Dongdaemun official location guide
Sources: Mangrove Dongdaemun official page