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135, Sejong-Daero, Jung-Gu,
Seoul,
South Korea,
100101,
Seoul Special City
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135, Sejong-Daero, Jung-Gu,
Seoul,
South Korea,
100101,
Seoul Special City
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135, Sejong-Daero, Jung-Gu,
Seoul,
South Korea,
100101,
Seoul Special City
City landmarks
Palace
Gyeongbokgung Palace
4600 ft
105 Namsangongwon-gil
N Seoul Tower
1.3
mi
157 Jong-ro
Jongmyo Shrine
1.2
mi
Jung-gu
Myeongdong Shopping Street
3700 ft
Square
Gwanghwamun Gate
3000 ft
Palace
Changdeokgung
1.4
mi
Park
Bukchon Hanok Village
1.2
mi
Pagoda
Jogyesa
3600 ft
Palace
Jeong Kwan-heon of Deoksugung Palace
2300 ft
40 Sejong-daero
Namdaemun
3200 ft
39 Namdaemun-ro
Bank of Korea Money Museum
3900 ft
Park
Tapgol Park
4500 ft
Museum
Postal Museum of Korea
3900 ft
28 Toegye-ro 34-gil
Namsangol Hanok Village
1.5
mi
110 Sejong-daero
Cheonggyecheon Stream
3600 ft
Church
Myeongdong Cathedral
4700 ft
Square
Gwanghwamun Square
2200 ft
35-4 6 Insa-dong-gil
Insa-dong Maru
4200 ft
432 Cheongpa-ro
Seoullo 7017
4600 ft
Museum
The National Folk Museum of Korea
1.3
mi
Mall
Dongdaemun Design Plaza
1.8
mi
Museum
National Palace Museum of Korea
3700 ft
Museum
Seoul Museum of History
3600 ft
Museum
Seoul Museum of Art
4600 ft
K-beauty shopping
5200 ft
SK T-Tower 11 Euljiro 2-ga
T.um SK Telecom Technology Museum
4600 ft
Nearby
Architectural Building
Seoul City Wall
1600 ft
Museum
Grevin Seoul
1900 ft
172 Sejong-daero
Statue of Sejong the Great
1800 ft
Gwanghwamun Sq
Statue of Admiral Yi Sun-Sin
1000 ft
Restaurants
Myeongdong Kyoja Main
4300 ft
29-1
Bulgogi Brothers Seoul Finance Center Store
1400 ft
B2 Seoul Finance Center 84 Taepyeongno 1-ga
My x-Wife's Secret Recipe
1400 ft
B1F
Wolhyang Gwanghwamun
900 ft
30 Sejong-daero 21-gil
SongJuk
1400 ft
Best Western New Seoul Hotel 2F
Shy Bana
1600 ft
136
La Grillia Gwanghwamun
1600 ft
11
Starbucks
1000 ft
Ace Twin Tower Guro
Guest Reviews & Ratings
What Guests Are Saying?
82%
loved it & would return
attentive service
convenient location
stuffy rooms
distance from some attractions
8.2/10
Great
Rooms
7.4
Location
8.4
Service
9.0
Dining
7.0
Guest reviews
8.2/10
based on 8 reviews
8.3
8.3/10 based on 2006 reviews
George
United Kingdom,
May
2024
7.8/10
The hotel offers nice and spacious rooms, with antiquated bath/shower fittings and slow-draining bath. The location is really great, but dining options could be improved. The service is very friendly, and the facilities are well-maintained.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms are really quiet, even on the neighboring side of the boulevard.
Service
9.0
The service is very friendly and helpful at all times.
Location
8.0
The hotel is located quite close to Sejong Road and the Palace, offering reasonable facility and comfort.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience, although a bit pricey, was good with a mix of Western and Asian options.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities are in line with its class level.
Kevin
United States,
April
2024
8.0/10
The hotel offered clean and spacious rooms, but some were filled with excess furniture. The smoking room history was evident. The service was attentive and accommodating, although they were strict about check-in times. The location was central and convenient for tourism, being close to various attractions. The dining choices were varied but cut off service a bit early. Overall, a pleasant stay with a few minor drawbacks.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean, spacious, and well-equipped with everything needed, but some had excessive furniture.
Service
9.0
The service was attentive, cordial, and extremely accommodating, although check-in time rules were strict.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location was very central and ideal for accessing government offices or for tourism, but the size was a bit small.
Dining
7.0
The dining options were good, with a variety of choices, but service ended slightly early.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offered various facilities such as dry cleaning, laundry, and valet parking.
Greg
United States,
March
2024
7.8/10
My stay at the hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. The rooms were spotlessly clean and spacious, providing a comfortable stay. However, the decor seemed outdated, reminiscent of the 80s, and noise from a party nearby disrupted the peace from late evening to early hours.
Rooms
7.0
I found the rooms to be very clean and spacious but a bit dated in style.
Service
9.0
The staff were incredibly helpful, professional, and polite throughout my stay.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location was convenient, with easy access to various attractions and public transportation options like bus stops and the subway.
Dining
7.0
While the dining options were good, I felt they were a bit overpriced given the overall quality of the meals.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offered a range of useful amenities and services, including dry cleaning, shops nearby, and valet parking options.
Tim
United Kingdom,
March
2024
8.2/10
The hotel rooms are older style but clean and comfortable with all the facilities needed, nice and spacious. However, some aspects show wear and tear, such as non-functioning lights and outdated bathroom décor. The service is very friendly and helpful, with staff always greeting guests warmly. The location is excellent, making it easy to explore key attractions in Seoul. The dining experience offers good choices but may be a bit pricey for some items. Overall, a decent value for money with varied facilities available.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean and comfortable, albeit showing signs of wear in some areas.
Service
9.0
The service was very friendly and helpful, making the stay welcoming.
Location
9.0
The location is wonderful, close to many of Seoul's sites, and facilitated easy exploration.
Dining
7.0
The dining options were decent with enough choices, but some items were a bit pricey.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel provides various facilities to enhance the overall stay experience.
John
United Kingdom,
February
2024
9.0/10
The hotel provided very spacious and comfortable rooms with friendly and helpful staff. The amenities were reasonable for the price paid, making it a satisfying stay overall. However, some improvements in dining options could enhance the experience.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were very spacious and comfortable, and the staff were friendly and helpful.
Service
9.0
The service throughout my stay was warm, courteous, and efficient. I particularly appreciated the attentive staff inside the hotel room.
Location
10.0
The location of the hotel was perfect for experiencing Seoul, with easy access to local attractions and public transportation.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was very good for European guests, although there could be room for improvement in terms of menu choices.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities provided by the hotel were clean and modern, offering a comfortable and convenient experience during my stay.
Mike
United States,
August
2023
8.0/10
My stay at the hotel was a mix of great experiences and some areas that could use improvement. The rooms were spacious and well-equipped but tended to feel stuffy even with the AC on. The service was top-notch, with friendly and accommodating staff, although there was a slight language barrier with specific requests. The location was convenient for accessing government offices and popular tourist spots, but a bit far from some areas of interest. The dining options were decent, with a good variety to choose from. Overall, a pleasant stay with a few minor drawbacks.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were large, clean, and had everything we needed during our stay, although they could get stuffy even with the window open in the winter.
Service
9.0
The service was attentive, cordial, and accommodating, with staff going out of their way to assist with luggage, taxis, and smooth check-in and check-out processes.
Location
7.0
The hotel's location was ideal for accessing government offices and popular tourist attractions, but it was a bit far from certain areas. However, it was quick to reach lively parts like Hongdae and Itaewon.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience presented a good variety of foods, catering to different tastes, although it may not have been as impressive as expected for a 4-star quality.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel offered excellent facilities including dry cleaning, shops, laundry, and valet parking.
attentive service
stuffy rooms
Kenny
United Kingdom,
July
2023
7.8/10
The hotel offers a cozy stay with comfortable rooms and great service in a convenient location while the dining experience may leave more to be desired. The value for money is reasonable considering the amenities provided.
Rooms
8.0
I loved the cozy ambiance of the room with dim lighting and elegant dark furniture. The bed was really comfortable, and the bathroom was beautiful. Having a kettle, fridge, slippers, and a nice big TV made my winter stay even more enjoyable.
Service
9.0
The staff was incredibly responsive and helpful. I had a language barrier moment, but they were quick to assist. The hotel's location close to transport and cultural sites was a big plus, and the convenience of services like dry cleaning and valet parking was a great bonus.
Location
9.0
I received detailed directions upon booking, which was very helpful. The hotel's location is safe and perfect for walking around any time of day. Being close to shopping areas and with efficient staff service added to the overall convenience.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was decent but not exceptional. The dishes didn't quite meet the expectations of a 4-star quality, and the variety during dinner was average. However, I did enjoy the fresh coffee provided in the restaurant.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offers basic facilities, but they are sufficient for a comfortable stay.
Raymond
United Kingdom,
June
2023
7.0/10
The hotel has a great location in downtown Seoul with lots of nearby attractions, but the rooms are old-fashioned and worn out. The service is top-notch, however, offering a pleasant experience. The dining options are good, but the price may not match the quality. Overall, a mixed experience with some positives and negatives.
Rooms
5.0
The rooms are very old-fashioned and worn out, with some dirt spots on the chairs.
Service
9.0
The service is amazing, possibly the best in Korea. The receptionists are friendly and polite.
Location
8.0
The location is great, right downtown with many nearby places to eat and visit like Duty Free Shops and art galleries.
Dining
7.0
The dining options are good, offering a variety of Western and Asian cuisines, but may not be worth the high price.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities include dry cleaning, shops, laundry, and valet parking.
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