A Family of Five Visiting Seoul Without Airbnb: Six Proper Lodging Options That Sleep 5

For five people staying together, there are three proper options besides Airbnb: family suites at chain hotels (usually a twin room plus an extra bed, or two adjoining rooms), serviced apartments (with a kitchen, suited to longer stays), and multi-level apartment style stays like those in Dongdaemun (one unit fits the whole family and comes with its own kitchen). When choosing, focus on two things only: whether the capacity listed on the official website for that room type actually reaches 5 people, and whether the location is walkable with luggage for the whole family. Long Weekend Haus is one such multi-level apartment style stay, located near Dongdaemun Design Plaza, and its selling point is that each unit has its own kitchen and laundry facilities, making it suitable for a family to stay together in one unit instead of splitting into two rooms.

Lotte Hotel Seoul Family Suite

Lotte Hotel Seoul sits at Exit 8 of Euljiro 1(il)-ga Station, connected underground to the Lotte Department Store main branch, and it is about a ten minute walk to the Myeongdong shopping district. The family suite is typically a twin room with a sofa bed, or two adjoining rooms combined into one, so whether it actually fits 5 people depends on whether you choose the twin room with an extra bed or the connecting room option. The official booking page lists the maximum occupancy for each room type as well as whether a crib can be added, so check that field directly before booking.

The upside is a central location with direct subway access, plus a large hotel scale with plenty of room service and breakfast choices, making it a good fit for families with a tight itinerary who want to save on transit time. The downside is that rooms at large downtown chain hotels are not particularly spacious, so luggage will feel cramped when five people share one room, and if you want an independent kitchen for self catering, you will need to spend extra at restaurants.

You can check current room types and extra bed fees at the Lotte Hotel official website.

Long Weekend Haus DDP

Long Weekend Haus DDP is located at 15-3 Ssanglim-dong, Jung-gu, Seoul, within walking distance of Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP). Pricing starts from the rate posted on the official website, and as of the check on 2026-09-14, the extra guest fee was ₩10,000 per person per night. This pricing structure has real practical value for a family of five: no need to book two rooms or sleep apart, since choosing the right room type means the whole family fits into one unit.

Among the 7 room types and 12 rooms total, the Maru Suite units at 202, 302, and 402 have a standard occupancy of 3 and a maximum of 6, with 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and 44 square meters, which fits a family of five right within the room's capacity without needing to add too many extra guests. For larger groups, the 702 penthouse suite is the only room type that goes up to 8 people, with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 69 square meters, big enough for a multigenerational trip that includes grandparents.

Every unit comes with its own kitchen and laundry facilities, which makes a real difference for a family of five: no need for everyone to go out to find a seat for breakfast, and no need to find a laundry service or drop off clothes. Check in is via a self service kiosk, so you are not restricted by front desk hours, which is helpful if your flight lands late at night. All room types are strictly non smoking and pets are not allowed, and guests must be at least 19 years old, a detail worth noting before booking. Under the flexible cancellation policy, you can cancel for free up to 14 days before check in, and the official website offers a 10% booking discount for stays of 3 nights or more. The aggregate rating on Trip.com is 9.5 out of 10 based on 66 reviews (checked 2026-09-14).

If your family of five wants to eat breakfast and do laundry in the same space instead of going out to find food every day, this room type saves more hassle than splitting into two standard hotel rooms.

Fraser Place Central Seoul

Fraser Place Central Seoul is located in the Jongno area near Anguk Station, within walking distance of Bukchon Hanok Village and Gyeongbokgung Palace, and operates as a serviced apartment. The two bedroom units come with a full kitchen and living room, and the official website and booking platforms list the recommended occupancy for each room type. Two bedroom units can typically accommodate 4 to 6 people, so you should check the official figure rather than estimating based on the number of rooms.

The upside is having a kitchen for cooking your own meals, which can save a significant amount on eating out over a longer stay, and the living room gives the whole family a place to gather at night without crowding onto the bed. The downside is that this serviced apartment is not as directly connected to the subway as a downtown chain hotel, so allow extra walking time if you have a lot of luggage.

Check current rates and availability for the two bedroom apartments at the Fraser Hospitality official website.

Glad Hotel Yeouido

Glad Hotel is located in Yeouido, near Hangang Park, and is a mid sized chain hotel with a modern design. The official website offers both family room types and connecting room options, and a family of five will typically book two adjoining standard rooms and use them as one combined space. Whether the rooms can actually be connected should be confirmed by note or phone call at the time of booking.

The upside is proximity to Hangang Park, making evening walks and cycling convenient, and the hotel itself is relatively new with clean, modern rooms. The downside is that Yeouido itself does not have a dense concentration of tourist sights, so if your main itinerary is in Myeongdong or the old northern districts, the commute will be longer than staying downtown.

Before booking, check the Glad Hotel official website to confirm whether adjoining rooms can be connected and to see current rates.

Hotel Cappuccino

Hotel Cappuccino is located in Gangnam-gu, near the Gangnam-daero shopping area, and is a mid sized hotel known for its design focus. The official website offers large bed rooms for four or more guests with the option to add an extra bed, and a family of five will typically book a large bed room plus one extra bed. Confirm the exact number of extra beds allowed and the extra bed fee on the booking page.

The upside is the hotel's youthful style, with common areas that photograph well, and its Gangnam location offers plenty of shopping and dining choices. The downside is that the main room types skew toward couples or families of a smaller size, so once you exceed 4 people you generally need an extra bed to make up the numbers, and the room square footage may not be enough for five people to spread out their luggage at once.

Check extra bed fees and availability at the Hotel Cappuccino official website.

Ibis Ambassador Myeongdong Family Room

Ibis Ambassador Myeongdong is located in the Myeongdong shopping district, within walking distance of the Myeongdong shopping street, and is a budget chain brand under the Lotte Ambassador Hotel Group. The official website offers a family room type that can be extended to 5 guests with an extra bed, and the room type page lists both the base occupancy and the maximum occupancy after adding an extra bed. Simply select the Family Room category when booking.

The upside is its convenient location for shopping, and its rates sit at a low to mid price point among chain hotels in the same district, making it suitable for families on a budget who still want to stay downtown. The downside is that budget brand rooms tend to be smaller in square footage, so once an extra bed is added for five people, the room will feel more cramped, and if you have a lot of luggage, it is worth asking about storage space in advance.

Check extra bed fees and availability for the family room at the Ambassador Hotel Group official website.

Sources: Long Weekend Haus DDP official page (room types, capacity, and policies)

Sources: Trip.com Long Weekend Haus rating page

Sources: Lotte Hotel Seoul official booking page

Sources: Fraser Place Central Seoul official website

Sources: Glad Hotel Yeouido official website

Sources: Hotel Cappuccino official website

Sources: Ambassador Hotel Group (Ibis Ambassador Myeongdong) official website

By Chen Xiaoqi, TripSight