Hotel Dada Gyeongbokgung

Hotels
8.4 (404 reviews)
33, Samil-daero 32ga-gil, Jongno-gu , Seoul , kr

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Family rooms
BBQ facilities
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Non-smoking throughout
Private check-in/check-out
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location and close to dining options.
Friendly and helpful staff.
Cons:
Rooms are small and have odor issues.
Price considered high for the quality of rooms.

Categories

Cleanliness
7.85
Some complaints about odor in bathrooms, but overall cleanliness was noted positively.
Service
9.35
Staff were helpful and service was generally good, with positive sentiments about interactions.
Location
9.35
Many reviews highlighted the excellent location, close to restaurants and attractions.
Room Quality
7.35
Rooms were often criticized for being small and cramped, with issues regarding layout.
Amenities
8.35
Basic amenities provided, but some guests noted lack of variety in breakfast options.
Value for Money
7.85
Considered overpriced by some, particularly given the room sizes and bathroom issues.
Food and Beverage
8.35
Breakfast was noted as good in quality, though limited in choices.
Overall Experience
8.75
Mixed feelings, but a good overall experience with notable highlights in location and service.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-12 03:37

Property Description

Located in the Jongno-Gu district in Seoul, Hotel DADA Insadong offers 2-star rooms with free WiFi. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The property is non-smoking and is situated 300 metres from Jongmyo Shrine.

Modern Amenities
All units feature air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and complimentary toiletries for a comfortable stay.

Delicious Dining
Enjoy buffet and American breakfast options available daily at the hotel to start your day right.

Nearby Attractions
Explore Changdeokgung Palace, Jogyesa Temple, and Gwangjang Market just a stone's throw away.

Book your stay at Hotel DADA Insadong for an unforgettable Seoul experience.

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: ICN

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 404 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.85
Service: 9.35
Location: 9.35
Room Quality: 7.35
Amenities: 8.35
Value for Money: 7.85
Food and Beverage: 8.35
Overall Experience: 8.75
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Gauresh solo_traveller kz
10
Pros:

All

2026-05-08 via Nuitee
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Anita family_with_children at
9
Pros:

Perfekte Lage und sehr freundliches Personal. Sehr sauber!

2026-05-06 via Nuitee
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Ashwin couple au
10
Excellent location, great service
Pros:

Location was excellent - surrounded by all types of good food and cultural locations.
JongMyo shrine, and 3 of Seoul's 5 palaces in walking distance.
Can do laundry onsite.

Cons:

Rooms are cramped. Our bed was walled in on three sides, meaning i climbed over my partner to get to the bathroom.
We expected this - photos were clear.

2026-05-06 via Nuitee
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Paolo solo_traveller it
4
Pros:

Solo la posizione.

Cons:

La stanza era minuscola asfittica
Il bagno praticamente non c'era, uno sgabuzzino.
Per farsii la doccia sopra bisogna stare sul lavandino

2026-05-04 via Nuitee
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Claudia solo_traveller at
8
Pros:

Lage

Cons:

Die Zimmer sind sehr klein. Sehr klein... den Aufenthaltsraum haben wir viel zu spät entdeckt, abends war der auch zugesperrt. Das WC der Lobby haben wir lange gesucht, meist war kein Personal da.

2026-05-02 via Nuitee
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Celine family_with_children fr
7
Pros:

L hôtel est vraiment bien situé géographiquement. Idéal pour les déplacements à pieds et le métro.

Cons:

La chambre est très petite. Il est difficile de circuler a 2. Idem pour la salle de bain. Je m attendais a un peu plus grand. Nous sommes arrivées vers 18h et personne pour nous accueillir. Il a fallut faire l enregistrement sur une borne

2026-04-30 via Nuitee
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Gianina Flores solo_traveller ar
10
2026-04-27 via Nuitee
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Diaz solo_traveller mx
10
Agradable estancia :)
Pros:

La ubicación y la buena atención del personal.

Cons:

No hay nada que no me haya gustado. Me encantó y definitivamente volvería a ir.

2026-04-26 via Nuitee
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Cintia family_with_children br
8
Pros:

Localização e café a vontade

Cons:

Banheiro sem lugar da ducha. O chuveiro fica em cima da pia.

2026-04-25 via Nuitee
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TAEWOO family_with_children kr
6
2026-04-24 via Nuitee
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Cheryl Berquist solo_traveller nz
9
Pros:

The staff

Cons:

Very small room

2026-04-24 via Nuitee
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Roberto Pardinas couple au
10
Excellent
Pros:

Location

Cons:

It could be better but this is a budget hotel. You get what you pay for. The best for the price you pay.

2026-04-23 via Nuitee
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Tammy solo_traveller nz
10
Pros:

Exceptional property for this price point in Seoul. Within 5 min walk of Secret garden and palaces. Another few minutes walk to Bukchon hanok village and only another few minutes to main palace Geunjeongjeon and national folk museum. Subway also only a few minutes
Exceptional staff all 3 I met were warm friendly helpful and efficient. Very safe luggage storage with large lockers and a locked room
Room super clean and comfy. Very small but with private bathroom. Albeit shower just a handheld faucet over basin area. Very functional.
Quiet. Sound isolation seemed fine but I think guests also very considerate.
As in other reviews note made of ibis laundry collections. etc inordinate loud clattering every night in the very early hours 4 am. No worries but seemed very inconsiderate time of night.
I stayed 4 nights. Would very highly recommend and would stay here again
For folk who like fresh fruit and vegetables this is a food desert area. Convenience stores and a large choice of meat heavy Korean restaurant cuisine Aside from an unmanned fresh fruit shop just across from hotel.

2026-04-23 via Nuitee
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Alvaro family_with_children es
8
Amazing location, basic hotel
Pros:

The location was the best thing! 1 minute walk from the hotel there were small alleys with restaurants, cafés, shops. You don't realize it when you go out the hotel, but you walk into one of those little streets, and it's a new world!
The staff were also very nice. We had a problem of smell in our room and they changed us immediately to another one. There's no breakfast but there's a coffee machine downstairs where you can get free coffee and tea. And plenty of nice places walking distance where you can have great breakfast and brunch.

Cons:

The room and the bathroom are pretty basic. The shower is not very comfortable as it's almost over of the sink and the head shower is not well fixed. The room doesn't have any space whatsoever to leave the luggage or your clothes. But I guess for the value for money is ok.

2026-04-22 via Nuitee
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Liliana couple pt
9
Good value for money. Excellent location with lots of cafes and restaurants. Close to the subway
Pros:

Location. Cleanliness. Easy to check in and check out

2026-04-22 via Nuitee
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Khanna solo_traveller au
1
Pros:

Nothing.

Cons:

This place is a complete disaster. It's a complete fraud property it is a horrible rooms. The balls have not been painted there is no actual bathroom or shower. This just one shower attached to the wash basin in the tinest toilet possible. The place things. The staff is extremely aggressive and rude. This place was a nightmare

2026-04-21 via Nuitee
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Cristian solo_traveller co
10
2026-04-20 via Nuitee
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Michael solo_traveller us
8
Great for solo travelers who just need a comfortable, clean place in a very good location
Pros:

The staff was very helpful and friendly. The laundry service was a great benefit. I appreciate the complimentary water and the new towels every day. Great location!

Cons:

Honestly, the room is super tight with the queen bed. There's no room for 2 people. There's just no way. I'm pretty skinny and average height, and could barely move around comfortably, staying alone. It would be better to have a smaller bed, but more space.

The bathroom was also the weirdest I've ever seen. The shower and toilet were in the SAME room. No curtain or divider. I had to take all the towels and toilet paper out every day to take a shower.
I got used to it after a day or two, but it was super strange.

2026-04-20 via Nuitee
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Diane family_with_children gb
9
This was our second stay. The beds were so comfy. We'll definitely be back!
2026-04-16 via Nuitee
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Eugenio couple us
1
2026-04-14 via Nuitee