ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong

4.0 star property
Eco-certified Seoul hotel in Jongno-gu with a fitness centre

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Property entrance
View from room
Lobby lounge
Bar (on property)
Lobby lounge

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Gym
The current price is AU$137
includes taxes & fees
26 Feb - 27 Feb

Explore the area

Map
31, Samil-daero 30-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul, 03132
  • Insa-dong
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Changgyeonggung Palace
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Gwangjang Market
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Seoul (ICN-Incheon Intl.)
    ‪63 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bidet
  • 19 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 19 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Room (1 Double, 1 Extra bed)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bidet
  • 19 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Triple Room (2 Singles, 1 Extra bed)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bidet
  • 19 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Seoul

Ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong puts you in the heart of Seoul, within a 20-minute stroll of Changgyeonggung Palace and Myeongdong Cathedral. Highlights at this eco-friendly hotel include a restaurant, a bar/lounge and a conference centre. .The buffet restaurant, TASTE Restaurant, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and a 24-hour business centre. Continental breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also self parking, along with the convenience of an area shuttle. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 4-property class Jongno-gu hotel include Myeongdong Street and Gyeongbokgung Palace.

What's nearby

  • Myeongdong Cathedral - 19 min walk
  • Myeongdong Street - 19 min walk
  • Gyeongbokgung Palace - 19 min walk
  • Namdaemun Market - 2 min drive
  • N Seoul Tower - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Jongno 3-ga Station - 6 min walk
  • Seoul Station - 10 min drive
  • Seoul (ICN-Incheon Intl.) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪청수당 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪뜰안 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪익선우즈 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Brew 3.15 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Yankees Burger - ‬1 min walk

About this property

ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong

Eco-certified Seoul hotel in Jongno-gu with a fitness centre
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and meeting rooms.

A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 1851 square feet (172 square metres) and includes a conference centre. A fitness centre, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the eco-certified ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Seoul hotel is smoke free.

  • 363 guestrooms or units
  • 10 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • 1851 sq ft of conference space
  • 172 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 2013
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference centre
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong offers 363 accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Beds feature premium bedding. Digital televisions are provided.

Bathrooms include a shower, slippers, bidets and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. An iron/ironing board, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Awards and affiliations

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

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Japanese, Korean

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (KRW 22,000 per day)
  • Area shuttle
  • Parking on site (KRW 22,000 per day)
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; KRW 16,500 for adults and KRW 9,900 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • TASTE Restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (1,851 square foot of space)
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Lift (100 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 3 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

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
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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 3 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately KRW 16500 for adults and from KRW 9900 for children
  • Self-parking fee: KRW 22000 per day
  • Nearby parking fee: KRW 22000 per day (328 ft away)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International and cash.

We should mention

  • One child aged 3 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong?

Ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong?

As of 22 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong on 26 Feb 2025 start from AU$137.43, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong?

Yep, ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong has a self car park for KRW 22000 per day. Onsite parking is limited.

What makes ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong.

Does ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong serve breakfast?

Yep, continental breakfast is available weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong?

No, ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong?

No, only service animals are allowed.

ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 434 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 388 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 114 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1000 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

John, Tucson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast buffet was fine. Staff were helpful. Nothing to complain about.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael Angelo

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The place looks old but it is very convenient because of its accessibility to food, cultural areas, transportation
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Was so much better than I anticipated. Great location, friendly staff and clean and comfortable room. I will definitely consider this place again if I return to Seoul.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel, Sacramento

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is perfectly situated in Insadong. The lovely shops and cafés are just acriss the stree in Ikseon-dong! The laundry facilities are comfortable and the roof top has a wonderful space to gather. There is a beautiful view of Namsan Tower! I highly recommend this hotel, and will definitely stay here again on my next visit ro Seoul.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Myung Jin

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Good & not so good
Expensive. Very small room. Can’t control a/c. Kind staffs. Good breakfast buffet.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at the desk always went above and beyond, especially Henry who helped me with a transportation issue.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Sharon

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room air conditioning really affected my stay. The heat wouldn’t go below 23.5°C so I was constantly waking up in a sweat as the air con unit kicked in and stopped all night long. I opened the window to let air in but as I was on the 2nd floor a lot of loud street noise came in. I wouldn’t stay here again slowly for this reason as I didn’t have one good nights sleep during my 5 night stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the place you want to stay. Spotlessly clean from the rooftop garden down to the laundry room in the basement. The only negative is that many large bus groups are coming and going many times, so the desk and lobby area gets very congested.,
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyson

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

sik mun

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room is terrible, carpet is so old and dirty. The shower is so small and the wall is peeling.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Sooun, Laguna Woods

Travelled with family
Noisy and food smells through windows...small room...breakfast selections poor, not changing, and poor service.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property staff was very responsive and helpful. The room and bathroom were on the smaller side, but the location and service were great.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacque

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is located to many shopping and dining options. The breakfast at this hotel is pretty hearty. The room that we stayed in was comfortable, however there was an issue in the bathroom in terms of the toilet being on a slope and the sink not draining fast. The air was also on central air and to accommodate the guest who were cold we were unable to adjust the temperature of our thermostat. Despite this I'd recommend to stay here at this hotel again because of it's super helpful staff like Robert. Not only did Robert help us with our bags but he also hailed taxis for us when we were leaving for the day and he would also meet us out front when we were returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

James

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
air conditioning did not work properly. but overall, great stay and excellent staff support.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Sooun, Laguna Woods

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Rory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

DULCE MAYELA NAVARRO

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

seon h

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Hyun

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Mila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Near to restaurants and shopping. The hotel room is quite tight and carpet needs upgrading.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Mila

Staff were accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Eleanor

Liked: Staff & service
Great area, accomodations showed some wear and could use a deep clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Camille

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was in a great location with a combination of proximity to important sites, good food and transport and nestled in a traditional neighborhood. Very adequately outfitted for the price. A very small suggestion would be to have information handy for the overnight crew on after-hours transportation options.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A family of 3 adults stayed 3 nights here 7-14 to 7-17-2024. If you've been to Seoul before, it's a good place to base yourself for a relaxing and enjoyable stay. We've stayed in Mapo, Myeongdong, Insadong and Gangnam before this. We took the 6011 airport bus 51,000 won:17,000 won per person from Incheon Airport and with lots of luggage it was difficult to get directions to the hotel. We asked 5 people. Tip: in the humidity of July and not knowing our bearings if you can budget for it, take a taxi. The front desk called a big taxi for our return to the airport for the 3 of us for about 85,000 won and it was worth it in the rainstorm. We booked a triple room which included breakfast option for ease in the mornings. It had one closet, mini fridge and comp bottled water daily. Towels were white not dingy or worn. Granted there is no desk or chair in the room but the lighting was fine, the AC strong and bathroom clean and bright. My bed was comfy, the comforter soft and the hand soap and shower shampoo: body gel good. Toilet had a bidet. Breakfast was filling and variety provided good and healthy. If you love to shop for cutesy items or have teen girls or grandchildren you can find lots to take home in Ikseongdong across the street. We found a shortcut that took us directly to Insadong for more shops and restaurants. There is a GS25 convenience store, 7 Eleven and Paris Baguette plus seven coffee cafe steps away. Staff we dealt with spoke English well
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024