Hotel Onoma Daejeon
Sleek, contemporary Korean business hotel with international polish. Think dark-wood accents, floor-to-ceiling windows, and a lobby designed for people-watching over coffee. Not a resort — this is a city hotel built for the R&D and convention crowd, though it handles leisure guests well.
The 7th-floor lobby check-in is accessed via a sky bridge from the department store — first-timers get confused going straight to the 1st floor
Why It Matters
Daejeon's sole 5-star property, making it the default choice for anyone visiting IBS, KAIST, or the Daejeon Convention Center. The connection to Shinsegae gives it a retail and food-court bonus that most luxury hotels can't match. All rooms include a complimentary minibar — a genuinely rare standard perk at this level.
Hotel Onoma is Daejeon's only 5-star hotel, a 42-floor tower opened in 2021, operated jointly by Shinsegae and Marriott. It sits in the International Science Business Belt, directly connected to Daejeon Shinsegae Department Store via a 7th-floor sky bridge — which means you check in on floor 7 and head up from there. Rooms are clean and modern with high ceilings and Gap River views, though the smallest category (Business Deluxe at 26 sqm) runs tight. The restaurant lineup punches above what you'd expect for a business hotel, with a Michelin-trained chef running Town House and an Italian spot that does a proper lunch.
Where You'll Stay
7 room types available
Business Deluxe Room
Entry-level room and noticeably compact at 26 sqm. Fine for solo business travelers focused on a clean, modern base — high ceilings and a well-designed layout make it feel less cramped than the number suggests. Grown Alchemist toiletries and complimentary minibar are standard.
1 King · 26 sqm
Deluxe Double Room
Comfortable step up with noticeably more floor space than the Business Deluxe. Bright and airy with panoramic city views. The layout gives you space to move without feeling like you're living out of your suitcase.
1 King · 36 sqm
Deluxe Twin Room
Twin configuration at nearly the same size as the Deluxe Double. Good pick for colleagues traveling together or families with an older child. Same bright, modern fit-out and complimentary minibar.
2 Single/Twin · 37 sqm
Magnolia Suite
Entry-level suite at 60 sqm with a separate bedroom and lounge area. Suite perks include a complimentary welcome drink for two at Onoma Café (valid 10:00–20:00) and 2 sauna passes at Onoma Club. Breakfast for two at Town House is included. Eligible for Marriott Bonvoy Suite Night Award upgrades.
1 King · 60 sqmOnoma Suite
The flagship suite at 73 sqm. All Magnolia Suite perks apply, plus a bottle of wine and a snack platter on arrival. The largest accommodation in the hotel and the top Bonvoy upgrade target.
1 King · 73 sqm
Premier Corner Room
Corner positioning delivers wraparound city views that are genuinely hard to top in Daejeon. At 50 sqm with a king bed, this is the sweet spot for couples or anyone wanting serious space without going full suite.
1 King · 50 sqmPremier Deluxe Room
A meaningful jump in size at 50 sqm. Some configurations include a kitchenette, making this the go-to for extended stays. Higher floors mean better views and quieter corridors.
2 Single/Twin · 50 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
4 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
The hotel facilitates booking the Daejeon City Tour, a guided circuit of city highlights. Contact the concierge.
Full gym with cardio machines, free weights, and additional workout equipment in the Onoma Club. A fee applies for non-guests.
Wellness yoga program and group exercise classes held in the dedicated GX room within Onoma Club.
City-view indoor pool open daily 6:00AM–10:00PM with sun loungers and lifeguards on site. Closed the 3rd Wednesday of each month.
Hot tub / whirlpool within the Onoma Club, also closed on the 3rd Wednesday of each month.
The hotel is directly connected to Daejeon Shinsegae Department Store via a 7th-floor sky bridge. Luxury brands, restaurants, a supermarket, and food hall all accessible without stepping outside.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
On-site business center accessible to guests.
Complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi in rooms for Marriott Bonvoy members booking direct. Available throughout the property.
Multiple meeting rooms including a Grand Ballroom with pre-function and foyer areas, Salon 1 and 2, and a VIP room — used for conferences, banquets, and weddings.
All room categories receive a complimentary stocked minibar — one of the more generous standard inclusions at this tier.
Free self-parking on site. Valet parking available at ₩28,000/day. Shared with Shinsegae Department Store complex — enter near marker H26 and use the hotel elevator.
Electric vehicle charging stations are not available at this property.
Daily housekeeping included as standard.
Valet and same-day dry cleaning service available.
24-hour room service available to all guests.
Full concierge desk. Staff speak Korean, English, Japanese, and Chinese.
Mobile key access via the Marriott Bonvoy app.
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