THE MODERN EASY LIVING FULL SERVICE HOTEL
Novotel Ambassador Seoul in Dongdaemun is the 500th Novotel owned and operated by Global Hotel Group Accor. It is the first hotel in S. Korea that has launched AI-based hotel services, for its guests to avail themselves of new and differentiated services.
With a total of 523 rooms, the design of which was inspired by the eaves of Heunginjimun Gate, it is the first Novotel that operates as a dual hotel and residence. The hotel consists of 331 hotel rooms and 192 residences that are furnished with facilities for laundry, cooking and other services, presenting different types of spaces that cater to various travel needs and purposes.
*Hotel Information*
- The first Tuesday of every month is a regular closing day for hotel facilities (swimming pool, fitness center, Kids Zone, etc.).
- The outdoor rooftop pool will be closed during the winter season from November 2025. (Reopening date will be announced later)
- Access to the rooftop outdoor swimming pool is limited to guests aged 19 and above.
- A swimming cap must be worn when using the indoor swimming pool.
- Disposable items such as toothbrushes are not provided. All amenities are offered in large-capacity containers in accordance with the government’s Resource Recycling Law.
- Pets are not permitted in the hotel. However, guide dogs are welcome to enter and stay with their owners.
With a total of 523 rooms, the design of which was inspired by the eaves of Heunginjimun Gate, it is the first Novotel that operates as a dual hotel and residence. The hotel consists of 331 hotel rooms and 192 residences that are furnished with facilities for laundry, cooking and other services, presenting different types of spaces that cater to various travel needs and purposes.
*Hotel Information*
- The first Tuesday of every month is a regular closing day for hotel facilities (swimming pool, fitness center, Kids Zone, etc.).
- The outdoor rooftop pool will be closed during the winter season from November 2025. (Reopening date will be announced later)
- Access to the rooftop outdoor swimming pool is limited to guests aged 19 and above.
- A swimming cap must be worn when using the indoor swimming pool.
- Disposable items such as toothbrushes are not provided. All amenities are offered in large-capacity containers in accordance with the government’s Resource Recycling Law.
- Pets are not permitted in the hotel. However, guide dogs are welcome to enter and stay with their owners.
Floor Guide
| Auxiliary facilities | RF |
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| Lobby & auxiliary facilities | 20F |
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| Auxiliary facilities | 19F |
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| Rooms | 2F-19F |
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| Auxiliary facilities | 2F |
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| Arrival lobby | 1F |
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| Banquet hall | B1 |
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| Auxiliary facilities | B2-B4 |
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Location
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| Incheon International Airport | By limousine bus | 6001 (by walk 10miniute) |
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| By car | Gonghang-ro > Incheon International Airport Expressway > Gangbyeonbuk-ro (takes about 1 hour and 20 minutes / 63 km) | |
| Gimpo International Airport | By limousine bus | - |
| By car | Gonghang-ro > Jayu-ro > Gangbyeonbuk-ro (takes about 1 hour / 27 km) |
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- Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP)
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- Designed by world-renowned architect Zaha Hadid, this futuristic landmark hosts exhibitions, fashion shows, and is famous for its night illuminations.
- Distance: About 5 minutes by walk
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- Cheonggyecheon Stream
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- An urban walking trail with night lighting, cultural events, and a peaceful atmosphere in the heart of the city.
- Distance: About 5–7 minutes by walk
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- Gwangjang Market
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- A 100-year-old traditional market, famous for street foods such as bindaetteok (mung bean pancakes) and “mayak” gimbap.
- Distance: About 15 minutes by walk / 5 minutes by taxi
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- Naksan Park
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- Connected to the Seoul City Wall, this park offers natural scenery and is a popular night view spot in the city.
- Distance: About 20 minutes by walk / 7 minutes by taxi
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- Namsan (N Seoul Tower)
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- The iconic Seoul observatory, accessible by cable car or bus, offering panoramic views of the Han River and the city.
- Distance: About 20 minutes by car / Take Line 2 → Line 3, get off at Myeong-dong Station
