Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences

$$$$||View on mapSeoul, South Korea238 Euljiro, Seoul, South Korea, 4561|
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Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences
238 Euljiro, Seoul, South Korea, 4561·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.4Great
Comfort9.0
Cleanliness8.9
Location8.9
Staff8.8
Facilities8.6
Who stays here
Families43%
Couples29%
Groups12%
Solo12%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.4Great
Comfort9.0
Cleanliness8.9
Location8.9
Staff8.8
Facilities8.6
Who stays here
Families43%
Couples29%
Groups12%
Solo12%

5-star hotel in central Seoul with an adult-only rooftop pool and family-friendly Residence rooms

Pools & Fitness

Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences has two swimming pools: an adult-only outdoor pool on the rooftop (open from May to September) and an indoor pool with a hot tub, both offering city views. The fitness center accommodates up to 6 guests at a time and includes personal trainer services and spa locker rooms. Pool use requires a reservation (one slot per day per room), and guests must wear a swim cap.

Rooms & Accommodations

The hotel offers 523 rooms, including Residence suites with a full kitchen, washer/dryer, and a Coway water dispenser. The Premier Suite features a separate dining area, two bathrooms, and a bathtub with a view of Namsan. Each room includes a desk, flat-screen TV, kettle, and private bathroom; some rooms have a microwave.

Dining

The on-site restaurant, Food Exchange, serves a buffet breakfast with Western and Korean options, plus a made-to-order espresso station. Guests can also order breakfast in the room, dine at the coffee house on the ground floor, or enjoy drinks at the bar on the 20th floor. Room service is available, and the hotel offers a vending machine for snacks.

Family-Friendly Stays

Novotel Dongdaemun has a kids' club and a children's playground on level 2, plus a playroom area suitable for younger guests. Residence rooms with three single beds are available for families, and some suites have a connecting door to adjacent rooms. The hotel provides baby amenities on request and allows early check-in depending on availability.

Location & Transport

The hotel is a 4-minute walk from Exit 12 of Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Station, which connects to subway lines 2, 4, and 5. The airport limousine bus stop is under a minute away on foot, and the property sits near Dongdaemun Design Plaza and Gwangjang Market. The front desk provides currency exchange, luggage storage, and concierge services.

  • Location: 4-minute walk from Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Station, steps from airport limousine bus stop
  • Accommodations: 523 rooms including Residences with full kitchen and washer/dryer
  • Dining: On-site restaurant serving international, Korean, and Chinese dishes; buffet breakfast
  • Family: Kids' club, children's playground, and Residence rooms with three single beds
  • Pools & Wellness: Adult-only rooftop pool (seasonal) and indoor pool with hot tub
  • Business: 4 meeting rooms, business center, and 24-hour front desk

Licence number: 제2018-00007호 (호텔), 제2018-00001호 (레지던스)

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
until 12:00
Amenities
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs KRW 49,500 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room.  There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, Japanese, Chinese, Korean
Building
Number of floors:21
Number of rooms:591
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Rooms and availability

Premier King Suite
  • Room size:

    44 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
Superior Twin Room
  • Room size:

    29 m²

  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
Executive Twin Room
  • Room size:

    29 m²

  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

Valet parking

Luggage storage

Luggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Coffee shop

Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness centre

Swimming pool

Seasonal outdoor pool

Indoor swimming pool

Rooftop pool

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Sports trainer

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Valet parking
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's play area
  • Kids club

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Rooftop pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Sun loungers
  • Jacuzzi
  • Pool with view

Room view

  • City view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Washing machine
  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Direct dial telephone
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Essential information about Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences

💵 Lowest room price 273 £
📏 Distance to centre 1.9 km
✈️ Distance to airport 20.6 km
🧳 Nearest airport Gimpo, GMP

Location

238 Euljiro, Seoul, South Korea, 4561
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238 Euljiro, Seoul, South Korea, 4561
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238 Euljiro, Seoul, South Korea, 4561
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FAQ about Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences

How far is Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences from the city centre?
Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences is located in the Jung-Gu district.
What interesting sites can I visit not far from the 5-star Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences?
Guests of the 5-star Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences can visit apM PLACE (only a short drive from the accommodation), or Gwangjang Traditional Market placed 8 minutes' walk away.
Does the hotel provide an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle is one of the services offered by the hotel. Please inform the hotel staff about your estimated arrival time.
Is there a parking at the Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences hotel?
Yes, the Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences hotel features a car park on site.
What are our dining options during the stay at the hotel?
Guests of the hotel can dine just outside the property in a highly rated-8/10 according to reviews-restaurant Sunine Bindaetteok offering Korean cuisine.
Can I have breakfast at Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences.
What time is check-in and check-out at Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences hotel?
Guests of Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences hotel can check in from 15:00 to 23:59 and check out from 12:00.
What payment methods are available in the hotel?
At the hotel, you can pay using Mastercard, Visa, and American Express.
What room types are available at Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences?
Twin Room, Superior Twin Room, and Standard Queen Room are among the room types available at Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences.
Which amenities are included in the rooms at Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences hotel?
Each room at Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences hotel offers a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, some units feature private bathrooms along with a hair dryer and dressing gowns.
Is the hotel accessible to people with disabilities?
Yes, wheelchair access and rooms with accessible facilities are provided at the hotel for guests with special needs.
Is the staff at Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences multilingual?
Yes, the staff of Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences speaks Korean, Chinese, Japanese, and English.
Which facilities are available in Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences?
Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences is equipped with currency exchange and a cash machine as well as a safety deposit box and 24-hour security service for safety purposes.
What spa facilities does Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences hotel offer?
Pampering amenities in Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences hotel include a Jacuzzi and an indoor pool.
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