Donam 1-dong
Seoul
Visit Donam 1-dong
Popular places to visit
Myeongdong Street
When you visit Myeongdong Street, a popular shopping spot in Seoul, you can search for that perfect souvenir. Visit the shops and charming cafes in this culturally rich area.
Lotte World
Have a fun-filled day at Lotte World and see why people love this theme park in Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
This sizable commercial district is home to a staggering number of shopping malls, specialty stores and traditional Korean marketplaces.
COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
You don’t have to be in Seoul for a conference or fair to appreciate the facilities of COEX, South Korea’s outstanding events center and mall in Gangnam.
Lotte World Tower
Stunning city views, an aquarium, shops and restaurants are part of this futuristic tower that looms over the southern banks of the Han River.
Bukchon Hanok Village
You can learn more about the history of Seoul when you make a stop at a top site such as Bukchon Hanok Village. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Opt. Suspension Bridge
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Suspension Bridge & JSA Museum)
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)
Small-Group DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Susp.Bridge
Signature DMZ Tour: Exclusive NK Defector Talk +Suspension Bridge
Top hotels in Donam 1-dong
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Good quiet and safe location off Main Street. Easy access to metro. Room is clean and spacious. Bed is comfortable. Bathroom is spacious and clean. Shower is hot with good water pressure. No face towels. Thermostat is a little hard to figure out. Elevators can be slow in the morning breakfast and ...
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
Hotel room was clean. Staffs were really helpful and accommodating. Location is easily accessible for public transportation and street food market
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Grand Hyatt Seoul
The Grand Hyatt Seoul has a fantastic location above Itaewon with beautiful views, and that's about all it has going for it. The service was among the worst I have experienced at a hotel in this category. I repeatedly asked for housekeeping and no one ever came. Turndown service simply doesn't exist ...
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
I didn't much appreciate the very rude evening receptionist. She is the taller, tanner one with the very apparent nose job. At first I thought I was imagining it, but this woman rolled her eyes at me when I asked her for the pool code (she didn't give it to me during check in). There a few other ...
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam
Affordable hotel in an excellent location.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong
There is no activities for children at this hotel. The staff are great and the location was very convenient. We enjoyed our stay.
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Donam 1-dong
Dongdaemun-gu
You might enjoy the shopping while in Dongdaemun-gu. Gyeongdong Market is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Yongdu Station or Jegi-dong Station to see more of the city.
Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong
While you're in Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, take in top sights like Insa-dong or Gwangjang Market, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Anguk Station or Jongno 3-ga Station.
Gwanghui-dong
While you're in Gwanghui-dong, take in top sights like Migliore Mall and jump on the metro at Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station to see more of the city.
Euljiro-dong
While you're in Euljiro-dong, take in top sights like Chungmu-ro or Cheonggyecheon, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Euljiro 4-ga Station or Euljilo 3-ga Station.
Insa-dong
Insa-dong is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Insa-dong and Cheonggyecheon while in the area.
Jung-gu
Myeongdong Street and Chungmu-ro are top sights in Jung-gu, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Euljiro 4-ga Station or Chungmuro Station to see more sights in the area.
