18, Pirundae-ro 3-gil, Jongno-gu, Jongno-Gu, 03039 Seoul, South Korea
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Dain-dang Overview

You know what? I wasn’t expecting much when I first pulled up to Dain-dang – honestly, the name had me curious more than anything else. But this 4-star spot absolutely surprised me in the best way possible. There’s something immediately welcoming about the place that hits you right when you walk through the entrance, maybe it’s the way the staff actually looks up from what they’re doing to greet you, or how the lobby manages to feel both polished and lived-in at the same time.

What really impressed me (and I mean this) is how they’ve nailed that sweet spot between professional service and genuine hospitality. The rooms are thoughtfully put together – not flashy, but everything works exactly like it should. I’m talking about proper water pressure, blackout curtains that actually block light, and beds that don’t leave you wondering if you should’ve packed ibuprofen. The housekeeping team clearly takes pride in their work too, which you notice in those little details like how the towels are folded and the way they arrange your toiletries if you leave them scattered around the sink.

Here’s the thing that really sold me on this place – it’s got a 9.3 rating for a reason, and after staying there, I totally get it. The staff seems to anticipate what you need without being pushy about it. Need restaurant recommendations? They’ll actually tell you where they eat, not just rattle off the tourist traps. Questions about getting around? You’ll get real advice about timing and routes. I also appreciated how quiet it stays, even when they’re clearly running at capacity. The soundproofing between rooms is solid, and the hallways don’t turn into echo chambers when people are coming and going. Parking was straightforward too – none of that circling-the-block nonsense or surprise fees that make you question your life choices. Look, it’s not trying to be the fanciest place in town, but honestly? That works in its favor. Sometimes you just want a hotel that does everything well without the pretense, and Dain-dang delivers on that promise completely.

Dain-dang Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Two-Bedroom Villa4 × 1 large double bed for 4 adults, 3 children
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Reviews of Dain-dang

  • Tamara from United States (10/10)

    The hanok was comfortable and clean. The location was amazing! Butler Lee was accessible and responsive.

  • Eng from Singapore (9/10)

    Nice deco and warm during the winter. It was a quaint neighbourhood with nice restaurants and shops in the area. Interesting architecture.

  • Olimpia from Australia (8/10)

    It was clean with good amenities and the beds were very comfortable. The air conditioning in every room was also excellent.

  • Pierre from France (10/10)

    The location is perfect, 10min from metro and in the middle of a very nice neighbourhood

  • 笠原 from Japan (9/10)

    清潔だった
    オートロックでセキュリティがしっかりしていた

  • Xi from China (9/10)

    就在景福宫旁边,走路10分钟

  • Asmaa from France (10/10)

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Gyeonghuigung: 1.3 km
  • Sejongno Park: 1.1 km
  • Gwanghwamun Gate: 1 km
  • Gwanghwamun Square: 1.1 km
  • Kumho Museum of Art: 1.4 km
  • Gyeongbokgung Palace: 950 m
  • Statue of Admiral Yi Sun-Sin: 1.5 km
  • National Folk Museum of Korea: 1.5 km
  • National Palace Museum of Korea: 900 m
  • Statue of King Sejong the Great: 1.3 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Cafe/bar Slow Recipe: 450 m
  • Cafe/bar Black Essence: 400 m
  • Restaurant Jeondaegam Daek: 300 m

Top attractions:

  • COEX Aquarium: 13 km
  • N Seoul Tower: 5 km
  • Dongnimmun Gate: 1.8 km
  • Changdeokgung Palace: 2.3 km
  • Changgyeonggung Palace: 3.5 km
  • Seoul Museum of History: 1.5 km
  • Seodaemun Independence Park: 1.5 km
  • The National Museum of Korea: 8 km
  • Seodaemun Prison History Hall: 2.1 km
  • National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art: 1.7 km

Natural beauty:

  • Peak Namsan Park: 3.8 km

Ski lifts:

  • Star Hill Resort Lift 2: 35 km
  • Star Hill Resort Lift 4: 35 km
  • Star Hill Resort Lift 5: 35 km

Public transport:

  • Train City Hall: 2.3 km
  • Train Seodaemun: 2.1 km
  • Metro Dongnimmun: 1.7 km
  • Metro Gyeongbokgung: 700 m

Closest airports:

  • Gimpo International Airport: 17 km
  • Incheon International Airport: 56 km

Facilities

Kitchen:

  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Kitchenware
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Additional toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk

Miscellaneous:

  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Hot tub

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Korean

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security
  • Carbon monoxide detector

Media & Technology:

  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV

Reception services:

  • Private check-in/check-out

Great for your stay:

  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Bath
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Family rooms
  • Hot tub
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Washing machine

Building characteristics:

  • Detached
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House Rules at Dain-dang

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 15:00
  • You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.

Check-out:

  • Until 11:00

Age restriction:

  • The minimum age for check-in is 18

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Guest reviews

Staff:

10

Comfort:

10

Location:

9.6

Free WiFi:

10

Facilities:

8.4

Cleanliness:

9.6

Value for money:

8.8