Hotel the Designers Dongdaemun  

Right in central Seoul's Jung-gu, this city-center boutique stay puts you steps from Dongdaemun and within easy walking of Myeongdong, Gwangjang Market, Changdeokgung Palace and the Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP). Expect nonstop shopping, late-night bites and green park strolls just outside the door.

Designer-furnished rooms deliver an ultra-modern vibe and a chic lobby greets you on arrival. The hotel has 99 air-conditioned rooms with flat-screen TVs, refrigerators and private bathrooms; some rooms include bathrobes and slippers and all come with daily housekeeping and complimentary bottled water.

On-site restaurant, bar/lounge and a cafe for quick snacks. Complimentary wired and wireless internet throughout the property, 24-hour front desk, concierge and a relaxed lounge area. Practical perks include free self-parking, elevator access, laundry and dry cleaning, a tour desk, safe-deposit boxes, private check-in/out and ironing/press services.

Complimentary wired and wireless internet across the property and a 24-hour front desk make this a convenient pick for business travelers on the move.

Enjoy meals at the on-site restaurant, unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, or grab a snack in the hotel cafe. For local flavor, abundant nearby markets and popular Korean barbecue spots are a short walk away.