Hotels in Seoul

We had never been to Seoul before and wanted to book a hotel close to the shopping areas. The hotel was at an ideal location. Exit the hotel's front entrance, make a right turn, walk to the corner and find the stairs leading to the shops underground. Or, a gray cab to Namdaemun is only $1.90.The room carpet was stained. Everything else was immaculate. The marbled bathroom has the latest Toto. The hotel restaurants were pricey. An alternative? From the lobby, go down the stairway to their basement food court which is run by their department store. It's inexpensive and good.

Very convenient for going to lotte world. But that only really needs one day. Easy access to subway. Lobby lounge is a joke $25 for a glass of wine, way over priced, even considering korean inflated wine prices. Rooms don't feel 5-star, a bit small and could use a more thorough updating. Perhaps some plugs near the bed for cellphone charging.

The location and the staff at the hotel was always very helpful and courteous. English was never a problem.