ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong (Newly renovated in 2025)

Property class: 4
Hotel with restaurant, near Changgyeong Palace

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Experience Seoul's rich culture at ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong, where a rooftop garden and international buffet restaurant meet modern comfort. Savor breakfast from TASTE Restaurant, unwind with a drink in the bar or connect to high-speed WiFi. Guests rave about the location and attentive staff.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Bar

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Self parking
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • 24-hour business center
  • Conference center
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Refrigerator
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Elevator
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
The current price is CNY700
CNY770 total
includes taxes & fees
May 10 - May 11

Room options

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Superior Room, 1 Double Bed (Recently Renovated)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(41 reviews)
  • City view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Room, 2 Twin Beds (Recently Renovated)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(45 reviews)
  • City view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Family Room, Multiple Beds (Recently Renovated)

  • City view
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Premium Room, Ideal for Family & Friends, Recently Renovated - 3 Single Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • City view
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Twin Beds

Premium Room, 1 Double Bed (Recently Renovated)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Premium Room, 2 Twin Beds (Recently Renovated)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
31, Samil-daero 30-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul, 03132

What's nearby

  • Insa-dong - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Changgyeong Palace - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Gyeongbokgung Palace - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Myeongdong Street - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Myeongdong Cathedral - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Gimpo Intl. Airport (GMP) - 53 min drive
  • Incheon Intl. Airport (ICN) - 63 min drive
  • Seoul Station - 10 min drive
  • Haengsin Station - 18 min drive
  • Anyang Station - 24 min drive
  • Jongno 3-ga Station - 6 min walk
  • Anguk Station - 7 min walk
  • Jonggak Station - 11 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪익선취향 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪청수당 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪뜰안 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪온천집 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪익선우즈 - ‬1 min walk

About this property

ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong (Newly renovated in 2025)

Ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong (Newly renovated in 2025) offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Changgyeong Palace and Insa-dong. Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at TASTE, which serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast. Also, Myeongdong Street and Namdaemun Market are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location. Public transportation is just a short walk: Jongno 3-ga Station is 6 minutes and Anguk Station is 7 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 363 rooms
    • Arranged over 10 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3 AM
    • Express check-out available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • Guests booked in a Breakfast Included rate plan receive breakfast for registered adults only. Additional breakfast fees apply for children above 5 years of age, collected at the property.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • One child (3 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)) and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite self parking (KRW 22000 per day)
    • Onsite parking limited
    • Offsite parking within 328 ft (KRW 22000 per day)
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Shared microwave
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting room
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (1851 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Built in 2013
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community & sustainability
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic soda bottles
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 39
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 50-inch Smart TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Bidet
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Free WiFi (speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)) and free wired internet
  • Phone
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Local maps

Special features

Dining

TASTE - This buffet restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast only.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately KRW 22000 for adults and KRW 11000 for children

Parking

  • Self parking costs KRW 22000 per day
  • Parking is available nearby and costs KRW 22000 per day (328 ft away)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Guests under 15 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong (Newly renovated in 2025) offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong (Newly renovated in 2025) does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong (Newly renovated in 2025)?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong (Newly renovated in 2025)?

Yes. Self parking costs KRW 22000 per day. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong (Newly renovated in 2025)?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3 AM. Check-out time is noon. Express check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong (Newly renovated in 2025)?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Seven Luck Casino Millennium Seoul Hilton Branch (4-min drive) and Seven Luck Casino Seoul Gangnam Branch (11-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong (Newly renovated in 2025) and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling. Ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong (Newly renovated in 2025) also has a 24-hour fitness center.

Are there restaurants at or near ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong (Newly renovated in 2025)?

Yes, TASTE offers international cuisine.

What's the area around ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong (Newly renovated in 2025) like?

Ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong (Newly renovated in 2025) is in Jongno-gu, a short 6-minute walk from Jongno 3-ga Station and 19 minutes' walk from Myeongdong Street. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.

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Reviews

ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong (Newly renovated in 2025) Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was very good with a wide variety of western and Korean food options. (9 reviews)
  • The property is conveniently located near dozens of restaurants of every type within a few minutes walk. (7 reviews)
  • The hot bath was great and a very good amenity. (3 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, nice hotel, lots of food options nearby, friendly and helpful team.
Michael Alan, 8-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Convenience shopping and eating Very couzy but clean I will stay again next trip
Jun, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Awesome hotel with affordable price for family. Close to train station, tourist attraction, and many yummy foods
Iin, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Love it, very nice staff. I will stay again
Randy, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location, small but clean rooms and friendly staff.
Bryan Gregory, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Good location, friendly staff
emine, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Love staying at Ibis Ambassador Insadong!
Maya, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Nice rooms
Klaus, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing location, great staff, super comfortable and large room.
Michelle, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Check in was quick and efficient. Staff were friendly and helpful! Great breakfast and comfortable room.
Todd, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Well centrally located for all major sight seeing
Vajira, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Spacious room, clean, welcoming staff, excellent location nearby to local restaurants and public transport options, with easy travel to all must see destinations in Seoul.
Martin, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff was very friendly, the room cleaning was excellent, there is a lot to do and see in the area, you can walk to the different tourist spots
Alonso, 5-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Clean room, good breakfast
John, 7-night trip
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6/10 Good

All the staffs were friendly and nice but the room was too small.
Richard Alexander, 27-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The hotel was modern and in a good location.
Michael, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The place attracts many tourists. The breakfast offers a wide variety. It’s close to tourist spots and there are many great places to eat nearby.
Ana, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location.
Mirun, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I stayed at this hotel in 2023 prior to the renovations and found that with the modifications the room appears to be more spacious. The hotel is located in a bustling neighbourhood surrounded by a multitude of restaurants and trendy cafes. The accommodation was clean and inviting with great service from the courteous staff. I would highly recommend this location for your next trip to Seoul.
Kimberly, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location!! Property is pretty nice and staff is friendly. However men's bath was not available
Thomas, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location and nice space.

Nice hotel in a great location. Staff was helpful & redone facilites are very nice.
Colleen, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Very kind and helpful staff, and the hotel is located in an area full of great eating opportunities. The rooms are clean, the bed is comfortable and wide, and I think, the hotel has a great service.
Luna, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff are really helpful, excellent sevice
Loretta, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very foreigner friendly and super nice staff! Also in an area that was a quick walk from many restaurants and cute shopping places, or a short walk to the subway for exponentially more options!
Calliope, 6-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Good location, clean and great service.
Susan, 8-night trip