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JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul

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A modern indoor swimming pool with a clear water surface, surrounded by a tiled walkway.
A JW Marriott hotel with a modern design, located near a busy intersection with traffic lights and a traditional building in the background.
A bar area with a grand piano, a bar counter, and multiple stools.
A rooftop bar with outdoor seating and a city view at dusk.
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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279, Cheonggyecheon-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, Seoul, 03198
  • Place, Dongdaemun Market Mall
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Dongdaemun Design Plaza
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Airport, Seoul (GMP-Gimpo Intl.)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 King Bed (View)

A modern hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a wooden desk, a lamp, and a small potted plant.

Executive Room, 1 King Bed (View)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 409 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the cityscape.

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 409 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a desk, and a chair.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 409 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, and a flat-screen TV.

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 775 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a bedside table with lamps, and a view of the city through large windows.

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 1119 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a view of the city.

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • 409 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Executive Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a window with a city view.

Executive Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 409 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Executive Room, 2 Double Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a television.

Executive Room, 2 Double Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 409 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Seoul

With a stay at JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul, you'll be centrally located in Seoul, steps from Heunginjimun Gate and within a 5-minute walk of Dongdaemun History and Culture Park. .This luxury hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Migliore Mall and 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Pyounghwa Market.

What's nearby

  • Dongdaemun Market Mall - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cheonggyecheon - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Dongdaemun History and Culture Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Doota Mall - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Dongdaemun Design Plaza - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Dongdaemun Station - 3 min walk
  • Seoul Station - 12 min drive
  • Gimpo Intl. Airport (GMP) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪초이라멘 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪BLT Steak (Bistro Laurent Tourondel) - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Griffin Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪정그리다 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪꽁스치킨 - ‬3 min walk

About this property

JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul

JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul offers 170 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 46-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and bidets.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

An indoor pool, a children's pool, and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.

Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility.

The onsite spa has 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, facials, body wraps, and body scrubs. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 6 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Make yourself at home in one of the 170 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and LED televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature rainfall showerheads and bidets.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. If you're looking for recreational opportunities, you'll find an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a sauna. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a hair salon.
Enjoy local and international cuisine at Tavolo 24, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Snacks are also available at the 2 coffee shops/cafes. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee. Children aged 2 and younger eat free breakfast.
Featured amenities include a business center, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Planning an event in Seoul? This hotel has 11162 square feet (1037 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Children aged 2 and younger eat free breakfast.
Tavolo 24 - This restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
BLT Steak - This steakhouse serves brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
The Griffin Bar - This rooftop bar specializes in international cuisine and serves dinner only. Happy hour is offered. Open select days.
Seoul Baking Company - Onsite café. Open daily.
The Lounge - This lobby lounge overlooks the garden. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
24-hour room service is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Valet parking on site (KRW 27,000 per day)
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: KRW 69,000 for adults and KRW 35,000 for children
  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • BLT Steak
  • Seoul Baking Company
  • Tavolo 24
  • The Griffin Bar
  • The Lounge

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room crib
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 11,162 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 accessible parking spaces
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Grab bar near toilet (33 inches high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (40 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 11 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2014
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Reception hall
  • Rooftop garden
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Waste recycling policy

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 46-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches used
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Additional fees apply to children 3-12 years old for breakfast.
Disposable personal items, such as toothbrush, toothpaste, and razors are available with a surcharge.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children aged 2 and younger eat free breakfast
Rollaway/extra beds are available for KRW 60500.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately KRW 69000 for adults and KRW 35000 for children
  • Valet parking fee: KRW 27000 per day
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: KRW 60500.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards, and outdoor lighting
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Children under 6 years old are only allowed in the children's pool.
This property requires guests to wear swim caps in the pool.

We should mention

Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility
Guests under 6 years old are not allowed in the spa

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Dongdaemun JW Marriott
JW Marriott Dongdaemun
JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square
JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Hotel
JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Hotel Seoul
JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul
JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul Hotel
JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul Hotel
JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul Seoul
JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul Hotel Seoul

JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 678 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 215 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1001 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Donald Raleigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel in a great location! Rooms were immaculate and staff was professional, helpful, and friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super Hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jungnam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

PAULINO

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front staff were on point, so helpful and overall a friendly crew.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Naman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great gym!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Y

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff's servise were exellent, and I had a very comfortable stay at the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

M Y

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and comfortable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Na
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kurt

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Clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nissim

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was great. No complaints. Some misunderstanding due to language barriers.vwry nice staff. Excellent food. Spacious room. Will go back. And great central location.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kavisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly and helpful! The hotel is also in a nice area, 2 min walk from the subway which was very convenient!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service. Will definitely be back
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Terance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
convenient location, nice staff and very clean and spacious room
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Clean and roomy
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, clean, well located, excellent staff service. The breakfast is amazing
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

MichelleLisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Raika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The executive lounge was amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Minsup

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Central location

Loved my stay. Clean and central to all fun places.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Howard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome stay! The best !
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sabira

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Su

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service was top notch.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location & excellent customer service
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Gore hotel
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous Service from the staff..Very Clean room. Great location for Shopping.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023