Arirang Hill Hotel Dongdaemun Arirang Hill Hotel Dongdaemun price graph (365 days) and room/breakfast/location summary
I’ll quickly summarize the key points.
It was close to the subway, making city travel easy.
The rooms and common areas were generally clean.
The view blending mountains and the city was impressive.
There were various room options like ondol·kitchenette.
A fitness facility was available, making it good for light workouts.
What I liked was
The subway station and bus stop are adjacent, making the route to destinations very simple.
Front desk and housekeeping were friendly and handled requests quickly.
Rooms and common areas were kept clean, so long stays were not burdensome.
It was nice to sit by the window and relax while looking at the view where the mountains and city blend.
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Hotel exterior
Located in the Seongbuk-gu area of Seoul, the surroundings left a good first impression.
It was close to the subway, making city travel easy.
The rooms and common areas were generally clean The view blending mountains and the city was impressive
Especially being close to the station made it really convenient to store luggage and get around before and after check-in.,
The rooms were so clean that staying long-term was not a burden.,
The staff were friendly and responded quickly to requests, making things smooth.,
You could open the window for ventilation, so it was comfortable during the stay.
Arriving in front of the building, the lobby with a glass façade looked bright and neat.
When you entered, the 24-hour front desk was directly ahead, making it easy to get assistance.
On clear days, the ridgeline of Bukhansan appeared between buildings, showing both city and nature.
It was nice to sit by the window and relax while looking at the view where the mountains and city blend.
Crossing the street from the subway exit, the hotel is immediately visible, making the route simple.
After passing through the main automatic doors, the front desk handled check-in, and the elevators were grouped at the back center of the lobby.
Check-in was from 15:00, and they flexibly allowed early check-in depending on room readiness.
I had a lot of luggage so I asked to store it first; they attached luggage tags so I could leave it safely.
Hotel lobby
There were café seats connected to one side of the lobby, making it good to sit briefly and organize your schedule.
The luggage storage area was separate, making it convenient to leave your suitcase before or after check-in.
Overall the flow was simple and signage clear, so even first-time visitors rarely got lost.
The lobby had a currency exchange machine and a scale for weighing luggage, useful for organizing before going to the airport.
Room condition
As soon as I entered the room, the floors and walls were neatly arranged, giving a good first impression.
The mattress was moderately firm and there were extra pillows, making it easy to adjust to your body type.
Being able to open the window for a short ventilation break made the stay more comfortable.
There were various room types, including ondol or kitchenette options, making it easy to choose according to your trip.
On higher floors, a view where mountain and city overlap unfolded, making it pleasant to draw back the curtains and rest.
The placement of outlets in the room was reasonable, making it convenient to charge devices at the bedside and desk simultaneously.
The Wi-Fi was stable, so there was no inconvenience for streaming or map searches.
The air conditioner controls were intuitive, so you could quickly set them to the desired temperature.
Although located in the city, the room wasn’t noisy, so sleeping soundly was not difficult.
Occasional noises from the corridor could be heard, but they weren’t particularly bothersome inside the room.
Bathroom
The bathroom had a shower booth, so there was less splashing and the floor drainage was fine.
There was shelf space around the sink, making it convenient to lay out toiletries.
Towel condition was good and a hairdryer was provided, shortening preparation time.
Disposable toothbrushes·toothpaste were not provided in the room, so it was convenient to bring your own.
The ventilation worked well, so moisture settled quickly after showering.
Breakfast
Breakfast was served as a buffet at B1 Arisol Restaurant.
Operating hours were 7:30-9:30AM, and the per-person price was 20,000 KRW.
There was a good variety, from light items like bread and fruit to warm Korean-style dishes.
The spacing between seats was adequate so it wasn’t uncomfortable when using alone, and the refill flow was simple and convenient.
If your morning schedule is tight, going down at opening time allowed you to eat leisurely.
Gym
The fitness area wasn’t very large but had basic cardio and strength equipment.
The equipment was in good condition and well maintained, suitable for a short workout.
A water dispenser and towels were provided, making it convenient to use before and after exercise.
Surroundings
On clear days, the ridgeline of Bukhansan appeared between buildings, showing both city and nature.
There are rows of street trees and small resting spots near the hotel, making it nice for light walks in the morning and evening.