Dormy Inn EXPRESS SEOUL Insadong

Hotels
Dormy Inn
9 (1104 reviews)
20-10, Insadong-gil, Jongno-gu , Seoul , kr

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Non-smoking throughout
Physical distancing rules followed
Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
Cashless payment available
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean facilities
Friendly staff
Great location
Good value for money
Cons:
Small rooms
Firm bedding
Limited breakfast options

Categories

Cleanliness
8.89
The onsen spa was excellent and clean. Generally well-maintained facilities.
Service
9.36
Staff was helpful and friendly, as mentioned in multiple reviews.
Location
9.4
Fantastic location near many tourist sites and restaurants, all within walking distance.
Room Quality
8.35
Rooms were on the smaller side and beds were firm, impacting overall comfort.
Amenities
8.88
Great amenities including free ice cream and washing machines.
Value for Money
9.34
Good value for money considering the location and amenities provided.
Food and Beverage
8.39
Breakfast options could be improved; limited vegetarian options mentioned.
Overall Experience
9.36
Overall positive, particularly praised for the location and amenities.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-12 05:17

Property Description

Convenient Location
Hotel Kuretakeso Insadong is strategically located in Seoul, with key attractions like Jongmyo Shrine and Jogyesa Temple just a short distance away. Guests can easily explore the vibrant city with major landmarks within reach such as Dongwha Duty Free Shop and Gyeongbokgung Palace.

Modern Amenities
Experience comfort and convenience with our well-equipped rooms featuring air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and free WiFi. The private bathrooms are fitted with showers and complimentary toiletries, ensuring a relaxing stay for every guest. Our multilingual staff is available 24/7 to cater to your needs.

Nearby Attractions
Immerse yourself in the local culture by visiting popular spots like Gwangjang Market and Changdeokgung Palace, all conveniently located near the hotel. With the airport just 19 km away, Hotel Kuretakeso Insadong is the perfect choice for your stay in Seoul.

Important information:

Complementary toothbrush, shaver, hair cap, hair brush and shower towel will be suspended from 2023 May 1st. Guest can purchase these items from hotel.

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children are not allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 1104 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.89
Service: 9.36
Location: 9.4
Room Quality: 8.35
Amenities: 8.88
Value for Money: 9.34
Food and Beverage: 8.39
Overall Experience: 9.36
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Maximilian couple de
9
2026-06-13 via Nuitee
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VLADIMIR solo_traveller il
8
2026-06-13 via Nuitee
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Joel solo_traveller de
9
2026-06-12 via Nuitee
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Maddy solo_traveller at
10
2026-06-12 via Nuitee
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Sandra solo_traveller au
10
Great place to stay, particularly if sightseeing the area by foot.
Pros:

Location was great for walking to sights like the palaces, National Museum, the Stream, shops, Insadong cultural street and more. The room was small but fine for one person, 2 might be a squeeze if lots of luggage. Bathroom was clean, loved using the bathtub after a full day of walking. Breakfast was varied and tasty, from sushi to eggs and sausages and lots of fruit, plus more options. Loved the free icecream in the afternoons when doing my washing, the free ramen at night when I came home a bit later from my sightseeing. Best was the sauna and spa - clean and a nice experience.

Cons:

Nothing I didn't like.

2026-06-11 via Nuitee
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Emma couple us
10
Great staff and sauna
Pros:

Friendly staff and nice amenities with the sauna

Cons:

The room was a bit small, but worked for us

2026-06-10 via Nuitee
敷矢 solo_traveller jp
8
2026-06-09 via Nuitee
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Alen couple hr
10
2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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Victoria couple au
9
Great place to explore Insadong from!
Pros:

We stayed at Dormy before our cycle trip to Busan and after. On both occasions we were very happy. The location is great. The facilities are good in particular the spa. It’s nice to get a welcome drink, yakult, ice cream and free ramen. Thank you.

Cons:

The rooms and bathroom are quite small. There is not much space to place your luggage or place your clothes. There was a construction site near by so occasionally it was a bit noisy.

2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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Piotr couple pl
10
2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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Stephen couple au
9
Loved the included options in a city hotel in a vibrant and central location.
Pros:

The room was as described which is basic and compact for a cost that seemed comparable to other hotels. We enjoyed the
The standout is the location in Insadong, within a 20-30 minute walk to the Palaces, shops, shrines, parks and temples. Restaurants, coffee shops and convenience stores are abundant outside the front door and beyond. Multiple metro line stations are nearby giving options to get around other parts of Seoul.
The very clean and peaceful spa/sauna/cold plunge pool with complimentary ice lollies (night hours) is a wonderful and relaxing facility in a city hotel. The ice machine, free washing machines and pay-for-use dryers, complimentary vending machine 'welcome' tea/coffee drinks (available almost all the time), complimentary yoghurt drink in the morning (help yourself from the "lounge" in the morning), and complimentary late night noodles are worth having if you have time and the desire.

Cons:

The Korean firm mattress (typical of most of our stays) and Korean style pillow took some adjustment for my foreigner bones. However, the staff will provide you with a 'softer' option if you ask at reception. I ended up asking for ones with more cushionging with no issues.

2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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christophe couple fr
10
2026-06-07 via Nuitee
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Luce couple fr
10
Hôtel très bien situé avec un très bon rapport qualité-prix
Pros:

-la gentillesse du personnel
-la localisation centrale
-le petit déjeuner coréen cuisiné sur place chaque matin et très bon
-le ramen offert le soir

2026-06-07 via Nuitee
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Truong Thanh solo_traveller ch
10
2026-06-06 via Nuitee
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MARIA TERESA couple se
10
Fantastisk plats, rekommenderar starkt och vill gärna komma tillbaka
Pros:

Läget var utmärkt. Personalen underbar och faciliteter rena och bekväma. Dessutom extra ramen på kvällen och fria drycker var väldigt värt. Det finns tillgänglig tvättstuga och bastu på hotellet.

Cons:

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2026-06-05 via Nuitee
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TAMAEMON family_with_children jp
7
2026-06-05 via Nuitee
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Stephan couple de
10
Pros:

Super cool rooms. Nice onsen. Great noodles and welcome drink. The perfect place to start a tour to Seoul. People there were super nice!

2026-06-05 via Nuitee
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SHIAN YUN solo_traveller tw
10
Pros:

員工十分親切,環境乾淨,還有一些免費設施很棒,地點也算方便,整體來說很舒適!

2026-06-04 via Nuitee
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Andrea solo_traveller hu
10
Everything about this stay was flawless. I would definitely come back and stay here again!
Pros:

I had a absolutely perfect stay here and cannot recommend this place enough!

First of all, the room was spotlessly clean and very comfortable, and the staff were incredibly helpful and welcoming throughout my entire visit. The highlight for me was definitely the onsen—it was absolutely amazing and the perfect way to unwind.

What really sets this place apart are the wonderful extra touches. They serve delicious ramen at night, and you can get free ice cream, coffee, and soft drinks, which was such a generous and delightful bonus.

The location is also highly convenient, sitting within easy walking distance of three different metro lines, making it incredibly simple to get around.

2026-06-04 via Nuitee
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Pascual couple es
9
2026-06-02 via Nuitee