Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myeongdong

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Shilla Stay
8.1 (1770 reviews)
71, Sambong-ro, Jongno-gu , Seoul , kr

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Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Safety deposit box
Facilities for disabled guests
Currency exchange
Non-smoking throughout
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location
Friendly staff
Clean rooms
Cons:
Uncooperative service
Room size limitations
Slower internet

Categories

Cleanliness
7.73
Mixed feelings. One review stated the room was cleaned daily but there were issues with misplaced items.
Service
8.2
Service is generally positive, but one review noted uncooperative staff regarding luggage assistance.
Location
9.04
Frequent mention of the excellent location, seen as a strong advantage.
Room Quality
7.19
Some complaints about room size and views, with positive comments on comfort.
Amenities
8.22
Amenities are suitable and helpful, but room restrictions for luggage raised some concerns.
Value for Money
7.68
Value perceived as average due to room quality and complaints on certain amenities.
Food and Beverage
8.23
Positive comments on breakfast quality, but noted one issue with the food service.
Overall Experience
8.5
Overall experience is generally good with a few weaknesses noted.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-12 04:45

Property Description

Contemporary Guestrooms and Amenities - Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun offers modern guestrooms with free WiFi and essential amenities like flat-screen TVs, fridges, and coffee/tea facilities. The elegant ambience and thoughtful touches like complimentary water bottles ensure a comfortable stay.

Dining and Relaxation Options - Guests can enjoy a delicious breakfast at the Café, offering a selection of dishes for lunch as well. The lounge bar provides a perfect setting to unwind with a drink after a busy day of exploring the city.

Convenient Facilities and Location - With a fitness centre, meeting rooms, and services like currency exchange and concierge service, guests have everything they need for a productive stay. Plus, the hotel's proximity to subway stations and key attractions like Lotte Duty Free Shop and Gwangjang Market make it an ideal choice for travelers. Ready to experience the best of Seoul? Book your stay at Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun today!

Important information:

Breakfast is available at all-day dining restaurant Cafe on the 8th floor.
Breakfast hours are as following:
- 06:30-09:30 on weekdays
- 07:00-10:00 on weekends
Please note that only service dogs are allowed to enter the hotel.

[Parking information]
- 10,000 KRW per night (Limited until 1PM on the day of check-out)
· Limited to one vehicle per room / additional vehicles may not be able to be parked
· Use a outside parking lot when the hotel parking area is full (Inquiries: Front Desk 82-2-6060-9000)
· Please be advised that if you move your car from the hotel parking lot or other hotel-designated parking during your stay, 5,000 KRW will be charged upon your return each time to use the hotel parking again.

Due to the regular inspection of electrical equipment conducted every 2 years at the facility, there will be black-out during the following time.

Minors under the age of 19 who are not accompanied by a parent or legal guardian cannot stay. (Guests who are the age of 19 or older and whose birthday has passed at the time of check-in can stay without a legal guardian.)

Seoul City Tour Bus is closed every Tuesday and Wednesday from November 25, 25th (Tuesday) to February 25, 26th (normal operation on Christmas Eve)Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: ICN

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs KRW 10000 per stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 1770 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.73
Service: 8.2
Location: 9.04
Room Quality: 7.19
Amenities: 8.22
Value for Money: 7.68
Food and Beverage: 8.23
Overall Experience: 8.5
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Babalwa • couple • za
4
2026-03-21 • via Nuitee
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neroli • couple • gb
10
Perfect location fo sightseeing and very comfortable
Pros:

Great location, could walk to lots of the local attractions! Comfortable beds and quiet, slept really well.

2026-03-20 • via Nuitee
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neroli • couple • gb
10
2026-03-20 • via Nuitee
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Yoshioka • couple • jp
8
場所がいい！
Pros:

スタッフの対応

Cons:

カードキーが少し開きにくかったのと、部屋の床がちゃんと掃除出来てなかった

2026-03-19 • via Nuitee
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Elisabeth • couple • de
9
2026-03-19 • via Nuitee
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Ngaire • couple • au
8
2026-03-18 • via Nuitee
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Kayla • couple • us
10
Ideal stay near Gwanghwamun Square!
Pros:

Perfect location and lovely view!

2026-03-17 • via Nuitee
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Uldis • family_with_children • lv
9
2026-03-16 • via Nuitee
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Jose Enrique • solo_traveller • kr
1
Disappointing stay – impossible to rest in a Shilla hotel.
Pros:

The location is very convenient, especially if you need to work nearby. The building itself looks modern and the check-in process was smooth. I chose this hotel hoping for a quiet place to rest before work.

Cons:

Unfortunately the stay was very disappointing. From around 9:30 PM until after 1:30 AM there was constant noise coming from the room above, where a large group of people seemed to be having a gathering. There was loud talking, music and furniture being moved for hours. I reported it to reception but the noise continued and it was impossible to sleep. I finally fell asleep around 3–4 AM.
In the morning there was again a lot of noise from cleaning staff and the hallway, so rest was very limited. When I went to shower I also noticed the towels had visible brown stains, even though they had not been used, which was quite unpleasant. Additionally, several wooden floor panels in the room were separated and felt unsafe to walk on barefoot.
Overall it was surprising and disappointing that a hotel from a brand like Shilla could not guarantee basic things like quiet, cleanliness and proper room maintenance.

2026-03-16 • via Nuitee
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Lorraine • solo_traveller • fr
6
Emplacement plutôt central mais qualité du lieu et service très décevants
2026-03-16 • via Nuitee
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Kelly • couple • au
10
2026-03-16 • via Nuitee
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KUANTING • solo_traveller • tw
8
Pros:

地點交通很方便，也沒有鬧區的吵雜

Cons:

沒有

2026-03-16 • via Nuitee
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Diana • couple • es
9
2026-03-15 • via Nuitee
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Leticia • couple • uy
10
2026-03-15 • via Nuitee
박 • extended_group • kr
7
Pros:

조식

Cons:

없습니다

2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Nica • family_with_children • ch
10
2026-03-12 • via Nuitee
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Mantas • couple • lt
8
2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
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Vickneesh • couple • gb
8
Amazing!
Pros:

Staff were lovely, food amazing and mostly everything clean.

Cons:

Ground floor could be a bit more welcoming!

2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
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Indrajith Piyasena • couple • lk
7
Good
Pros:

Very small

2026-03-10 • via Nuitee
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KYUNGMI • couple • kr
8
2026-03-09 • via Nuitee