Standard Room
- 2 Single beds,1 King-size bed,1 Double bed
Hotel · Seoul · Seoul Special City
The Recenz Dongdaemun Hotel
A 4-star hotel in Seoul, 10 minutes' drive from Dongdaemun Design Plaza, with a metro station right next door.
- Metro station adjacent
- 24-hour reception
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
7.9
Very good
517 reviews
Booking.com 7.9 · 517 reviews
About
The Recenz Dongdaemun Hotel
The Recenz Dongdaemun Hotel is a 4-star property on Cheonho-Daero in Seoul, roughly 10 minutes' drive from the Dongdaemun Design Plaza. The hotel provides a currency exchange and a lift, along with 24-hour reception and security.
Rooms range from standard to deluxe suites, with air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and tea and coffee facilities in all. A restaurant is on site, and the hotel offers a business centre and meeting facilities for guests travelling on work.
- No smoking on site
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
4 reasons to book- Unbeatable transport access — The hotel sits right next to a metro station on line 5, with a bus stop in front, making it very easy to get around Seoul.
- Consistently clean rooms — Guests repeatedly mention daily cleaning and spotless bathrooms, with a welcome bonus of two bottles of water each day.
- Friendly, helpful staff — Staff are described as polite, accommodating, and English-speaking, with several guests noting they offered useful advice on activities.
- Good value for the location — Prices start around £87 per night, and guests repeatedly note the combination of price, location, and room quality represents strong value.
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Worth weighing
4 to weigh- Check-in window is tight — Check-in is only from 15:00 to 23:59 — so if you arrive late, you'll need to plan around the cut-off.
- No pets allowed — The hotel has a strict no-pets policy, which may be a drawback for those travelling with animals.
- Rooms might feel basic — While the reviews praise cleanliness, several mention only standard amenities — there are no standout in-room extras beyond the basics.
- Rating is modest for a 4-star — The overall guest rating of 7.9 is below the area average of 8.2, suggesting the experience may not fully justify the 4-star label.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
King Suite
- 1 Double bed,1 King-size bed
Suite
- 1 Double bed
Deluxe King Suite
- 1 King-size bed
Deluxe Suite
- 2 Double beds
- City view
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Deluxe Twin Room
- 2 Single beds
- City view
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Triple Room
- Sleeping arrangements for 3 persons
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
General
- 24-hour reception
- Lift
- Currency exchange
- Luggage storage
- No smoking on site
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour security
Room
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Electric kettle
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Carpeted floor
- AM/FM alarm clock
Services
- Housekeeping
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Food & Drink
- Restaurant
Parking
- Parking
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 7.9/10 from 517 reviews
Booking.com · 7.9 · 517 reviews
7.9Verified guest“The hotel is right next to the metro station on line 5, and the staff were very nice.”
7.9Verified guest“We got a good price, and the location was especially handy — just minutes from the subway. The room was big with a comfy double bed, and they provided hair dryers, towels, and slippers. The staff were friendly, helpful, and gave good advice on things to do.”
7.9Verified guest“The room was clean and cleaned every day, and they left two bottles of water daily as a nice bonus.”
7.9Verified guest“The room had a double bed, and all the staff were polite and sorted out my issues.”
7.9Verified guest“I was impressed by how clean everything was, from the bathroom to the room. The facilities were great, with comfortable beds and good air conditioning, and the location near bus stations made getting around easy.”
7.9Verified guest“The hotel is close to both bus and subway stations, which makes getting around the city easy. The staff are friendly and give excellent service, and the rooms have all the amenities you need for a comfortable stay.”
04 — Location
Getting around Seoul
The property sits in Seoul.
Getting around: The hotel is next to a metro station on line 5, with a bus stop right in front — making it easy to explore Seoul without a car.
Nearby food: Guests mention plenty of food options within walking distance, so you won't have to go far for a meal.
Dongdaemun Design Plaza: A roughly 10-minute drive away, the DDP is the most cited landmark in the hotel's own description.
383, Cheonho-Daero, Seoul, Seoul Special City, South Korea
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.
- Check-in
- From 15:00-23:59
- Check-out
- By 11:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Property
- 130 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 15:00 to 23:59, and check-out is at 11:00.
Is parking available at the hotel?
Yes, the hotel offers parking on site.
Are pets allowed?
No, the hotel does not allow pets.
Is there Wi-Fi in the rooms?
Yes, free Wi-Fi is available in the rooms.
Does the hotel have a restaurant?
Yes, there is a restaurant on site.
How far is the hotel from Dongdaemun Design Plaza?
The DDP is about a 10-minute drive from the hotel.
The bottom line
A practical, well-located Seoul hotel that wins on transport links and friendly service. If you value easy metro access and clean rooms over luxury extras, this is a solid choice.
7.9Best for travellers who prioritise location and value.
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