Hotel The Designers Samseong Seoul, Seoul - Reviews, Room Options & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

9, Teheran Ro 79 Gil, Gangnam Gu, 11, Seoul, South Korea, NULL

Hotel The Designers Samseong, a 3.5-star boutique hotel in Gangnam's business and entertainment center, offers 90 individually furnished rooms across from the POSCO Center. The property features complimentary wired/wireless Internet access, a business center, and concierge services.

Designer Rooms with Spas

Hotel The Designers Samseong provides individually themed rooms with private spa tubs and computers. Accommodations feature air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, minibars, and seating areas, while private bathrooms include shower facilities and bathrobes.

Breakfast and Café Options

The Hotel The Designers restaurant serves daily breakfast buffets, complemented by an on-site coffee shop/café for snacks and beverages.

Business and Services

Business travelers benefit from conference space and a meeting room. The property offers luggage storage, laundry services, and dry cleaning.

Central Gangnam Location

Located between Samsung and Seolleung subway stations, the hotel stands 0.5 miles from Seolleung Royal Tombs and 0.5 miles from Starfield COEX Mall. A roundtrip airport shuttle connects guests to transportation hubs.

“I loved the amazing convenience of being near COEX Mall!”view full review

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“A unique and good hotel experience I truly enjoyed!” view full review

Top location:Highly rated by recent guests(8.2)

Check-in/Check-out

from 15:00-23:59

until 12 pm

Amenities

Private parking is possible on site at KRW 5000 per stay.

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Other information

There are no extra beds provided in a room.

Pets are not allowed.

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Number of floors:11

Number of rooms:90

Former name

Hotel The Designers

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Deluxe King Room

Max:

2 persons

20 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

Heating

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Deluxe Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

20 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Shower

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King Suite

Max:

2 persons

40 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

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Getting around

A guide to all available transportation options

City Center

Seoul 4.8 mi

Airports

Gimpo (GMP) 18.5 mi

Train

Seoul Station 5.7 mi

Yeongdeungpo Station 8.1 mi

Metro stations

Seolleung2300 ft

Samseong Jungang2300 ft

Facilities

Experience a variety of amenities at the boutique hotel, crafted to ensure your comfort and unforgettable moments

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

KRW 5000 per stay

Baggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

General

Non-smoking property
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
24-hour reception
Wheelchair access
Elevator

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Airport shuttle
Room service
Dry cleaning

Dining

Restaurant
Free breakfast

Business

Business center

Room features

Air conditioning
Mini-bar
Sitting area

Bathroom

Hair dryer
Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
Cable/ Satellite television
Telephone

Location

9, Teheran Ro 79 Gil, Gangnam Gu, 11, Seoul, South Korea, NULL

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9, Teheran Ro 79 Gil, Gangnam Gu, 11, Seoul, South Korea, NULL

City landmarks

Amusement Park

Lotte World

2.4 mi

Pagoda

Bongeunsa Temple

4800 ft

Aquarium

Coex Aquarium

4000 ft

Events

Starfield COEX Mall

4000 ft

Casinos

Seven Luck Casino Gangnam COEX Branch

2900 ft

Museums

National Museum of Korea

4.3 mi

Libraries

Starfield Library

3100 ft

Samsung Electronics Bldg

Samsung D'light

1.7 mi

COEX Convention Centre

2100 ft

Seonjeongneung Park

Seolleung & Jeongneung Royal Tomb

2800 ft

Jeongneung

2800 ft

Seollleung

2900 ft

Sinsa-dong

Sinsa-dong Garosu-gil

2.0 mi

159 Samseong 1-dong

COEX Center

4000 ft

23-11 Eonju-ro 85-gil

Yeoksamdong Catholic Church

1.1 mi

South Korea

ASEM Tower

4400 ft

Osiri Food Market

1.0 mi

Yeongdong-daero

Tangent

2900 ft

Jamsil Baseball Stadium

1.2 mi

Museums

Museum of Korean Embroidery

1.3 mi

Church

Chunghyeon Church

1.1 mi

Lotte Department Store in Gangnam

4100 ft

Parks

Dosan Park

1.6 mi

Teheranno

4400 ft

Sushi Hyo

1.2 mi

Muoki

1.3 mi

Upea arkkitehtuuria

2100 ft

Stadiums

Jamsil Sports Complex

1.8 mi

Jeongneung Red Spiked Gate

2500 ft

Nearby

Hyundai Department Store

1700 ft

Restaurants

Coffee Bean

1600 ft

419

McDonald's Samseong

1600 ft

Po Sai Gong

2400 ft

Dunkin Donut COEX Store

2500 ft

M10

Mad Fry Chicken

2100 ft

2728

Nongmin Baekam King Sundae

2600 ft

40-4

Soyon Samsung

2000 ft

24-2

Gongcha

2900 ft

517

Misari Milbit Chogyeguksu COEX Mall

3900 ft

513

Super Coffee

3100 ft

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

60%

enjoyed the hotel and would happily stay again

6.0/10

Guest rating

Rooms

6.2

Location

8.2

Service

5.8

Dining

5.2

Alan

United States of America, March 2025

6.2/10

I recently stayed at Hotel The Designers Samseong for 3 nights, and while the unique room designs were impressive, the overall experience was disappointing. The location near COEX was convenient, but the service and room cleanliness left much to be desired. 😕

Rooms

5.0

The individually themed rooms were certainly a novelty, but they were too small and poorly designed. I struggled to open my luggage and the poor ventilation led to some unpleasant odors.

Service

5.0

Service was inconsistent and not very professional. There were issues with room cleanliness, and I found it unacceptable that the housekeeping didn't restock basic items like towels for days.

Location

6.0

The hotel’s location is a plus, being near COEX and various restaurants. However, it's quite a long walk to the closest subway station, contrary to the advertised 8-minute distance.

Dining

5.0

Dining options were limited, and breakfast felt repetitive and not worth the price. The selections did not match the quality I expected.

Facilities

5.0

Facilities could use improvement, particularly in room maintenance. The absence of shuttle services to the subway was a letdown.

David

United States of America, February 2025

6.6/10

I had a great stay at the boutique hotel, enjoying the quiet location close to the Financial District. The first room was spacious and cozy, perfect for winter, while the second room had a unique artistic design that I loved. However, there were a few hiccups with the service and internet that could use improvement.

Rooms

7.0

The first room was big and warm, which I appreciated during the colder days. The second room, with its artistic vibe, was comfy but felt a bit dark.

Service

6.0

The staff was lovely and tried to be accommodating, but they did forget things like towels and body wash. I had no issues switching rooms due to some noise on the second floor.

Location

9.0

The location is fantastic, just a short walk to the COEX mall and close to two subway stations, which made getting around super easy.

Dining

5.0

Breakfast wasn't what it was hyped up to be, and the options felt a bit limited for the price. Luckily, there are plenty of nearby cafes and restaurants to choose from.

Facilities

6.0

I enjoyed the room service and airport shuttle, but the Wi-Fi was painfully slow. It felt outdated and needed to be better.

John

United States of America, January 2025

6.0/10

I had mixed feelings about my stay at Hotel The Designers Samseong. On the one hand, the location was fantastic for attending my conference at COEX and the staff were friendly. However, a persistent odor in the bathroom and a lack of windows significantly affected my overall experience.

Rooms

6.0

The room was spacious with a unique design, but it felt a bit like a cave due to the absence of a window. The bed was comfortable and the bathtub was large.

Service

5.0

The staff were generally friendly, but my request to change rooms due to the odor was declined, leaving me feeling unsatisfied.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location is excellent, just a short walk to the COEX Congress center, which was perfect for my needs.

Dining

5.0

I found the breakfast to be quite underwhelming for the price, with limited options and service that didn’t meet expectations.

Facilities

5.0

The hotel lacked some basic amenities. The internet was very slow and cleaning services were inconsistent.

Rodney

United States of America, October 2024

6.8/10

I was excited to stay at Hotel The Designers Samseong due to its great location and affordable pricing. However, my experience was marred by an unpleasant bathroom odor and lack of windows in the suite, which led to a somewhat claustrophobic feel. The staff was friendly, and I did appreciate the room's unique design and comfort, but overall, I found the stay disappointing.

Rooms

5.0

The suite was designed with character and comfort in mind, but I struggled with the odor issues in the bathroom and the absence of a window made it feel small and gloomy.

Service

6.0

The staff was friendly and attempted to help, but my request to change rooms was declined due to full occupancy, which was frustrating.

Location

8.0

The hotel is conveniently located within a short walk to COEX, restaurants, and public transport, making it easy to explore Seoul.

Dining

5.0

I found the breakfast overpriced for what was on offer, which was disappointing given my expectations.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel offered useful amenities such as free bikes and complimentary items in the room, but the overall functionality could improve.

Cameron

United States of America, October 2024

5.0/10

I had an overall great stay at Hotel The Designers Samseong. The unique design and convenient location near the COEX convention center were definite highlights. While the room was a bit small and had limited natural light, it was filled with great amenities. The staff were friendly and helpful, although there was a small mix-up with my towels. I'd definitely consider returning here for its value and charm.

Rooms

8.0

The room, though small, was clean and included amazing features like heated floors and a nice waterfall shower. My favorite aspect was the stylish design, particularly in the Polaroid Suite I stayed in.

Service

7.0

The staff were consistently pleasant and eager to help, though I did experience a minor issue with missing towels. They were also accommodating when I needed to switch rooms after a reservation mistake.

Location

9.0

This hotel is perfectly situated just a short walk from COEX and close to multiple subway stations and eateries, making it incredibly convenient for exploring the area.

Dining

6.0

The dining options were satisfactory, though not fancy—it had a mix of Asian and European cuisine that met basic expectations.

Facilities

8.0

Facilities like room service and an airport shuttle were available, enhancing my overall experience. The amenities made my stay very comfortable.