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Hotel The Designers Seoul Station

A design-forward hotel in Yongsan-Gu, steps from the subway and a short ride from central Seoul.

  • 8.6 guest rating from 1,038 reviews
  • Staff rated 9.3 by guests
  • 24-hour reception and concierge services
8.6 Great 1038 reviews Booking.com 8.6 · 1038 reviews

About

Hotel The Designers Seoul Station

Hotel The Designers Seoul Station sits in the Yongsan-Gu district, a 3.3 km drive from Gyeongbokgung Palace. The property is a 3-star hotel with a modern design focus, and guests consistently praise its convenient access to public transport and the surrounding area.

The hotel offers a range of room types, from Family Twin to Suite, many with city or mountain views. On-site facilities include a restaurant, fitness centre, sauna, and steam room, plus practical touches like valet parking and a 24-hour front desk.

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

3 reasons to book
  • Convenient location near public transport — Guests highlight being steps from subway exits and stations, making it easy to explore Seoul. The hotel is also well-connected to the airport via bus or subway.
  • Friendly and helpful staff — Guests repeatedly commend the staff's kindness and efficiency, including resolving room issues quickly.
  • Modern, stylish rooms with good views — Rooms are described as newly decorated, comfortable, and feature city or mountain views in many categories.

Worth weighing

3 to weigh
  • Limited on-site dining options — While a restaurant and coffee shop are available, the only feedback on breakfast describes it as 'satisfactory' rather than exceptional.
  • Check-in closes at 23:30 — If you arrive late, you must check in before 11:30 PM. This may be inconvenient for late-night arrivals.
  • No pets allowed — The hotel does not permit pets, which may be a drawback for those traveling with animals.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Family Twin Room

  • 1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed,2 Single beds
  • City view
  • Shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating

Premier Double Room

  • 1 Double bed,1 King-size bed
  • Mountain view
  • Shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating

Superior Double Room

  • 1 Double bed,2 Single beds,1 King-size bed
  • City view
  • Shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating

Suite

  • 2 Double beds,2 King Size Beds
  • Mountain view
  • Shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

Essential

  • Wi-Fi
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Electric kettle

Services

  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/out
  • Luggage storage
  • Housekeeping
  • Key card access

Wellness & Leisure

  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Leisure/TV room

Food & Drink

  • Restaurant
  • Coffee shop

Business

  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

8.6
Great 1038 reviews

Guest-rated 8.6/10 from 1,038 reviews

Booking.com · 8.6 · 1038 reviews
8.6Verified guest

“The location is unbeatable – right at subway exit 10, with plenty of good restaurants nearby. Public transport made exploring easy.”

8.6Verified guest

“Excellent location with easy airport access via bus or subway. The room was newly decorated, comfortable, and had great views.”

8.6Verified guest

“A beautiful hotel with a central location for transport. Breakfast was satisfactory, and the staff were exceptionally kind.”

8.6Verified guest

“The staff resolved our room issue quickly and were friendly throughout. The breakfast buffet was affordable and tasty.”

8.6Verified guest

“Clean hotel with very kind staff, and the location near the subway was ideal.”

8.6Verified guest

“Modern, stylish, and comfortable. The central location connects well to the main station and restaurants.”

04 — Location

Getting around Seoul

The property sits in Seoul.

Getting Around: The hotel is right next to subway exits and stations, including Sookmyung Women's University station, with easy access to the airport via bus or subway.

Nearby Attractions: Gyeongbokgung Palace is 3.3 km away. Guests also mention easy access to areas like Insa-dong.

305, Hangang-Daero, Yongsan-Gu, Seoul, Seoul Special City, 04320, South Korea

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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 15:00-23:30
Check-out
By 12:00
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
100 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 15:00 to 23:30, and check-out is by 12:00.

Is parking available?

Yes, the hotel offers parking and valet parking.

Are pets allowed?

No, pets are not allowed at the hotel.

Does the hotel have airport access?

Guests can reach the hotel from the airport via airport bus or subway, as noted in reviews. The hotel itself does not list a shuttle service.

What room types are available?

The hotel offers Family Twin, Deluxe Double, Premier Double, Superior Double, and Suite rooms, some with city or mountain views.

The bottom line

A reliably comfortable, well-located hotel in Seoul, with particularly strong staff and location. If you value easy transport access and modern rooms, it's a solid choice.

8.6Best for travellers who prioritise location and service

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