Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myeongdong

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Shilla Stay
8.1 (2118 reviews)
71, Sambong-ro, Jongno-gu , Seoul , KR
+82 2-6060-9000

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Business center
Heating
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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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 2118 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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Carmen • couple • it
8
Pros:

Posizione eccezionale

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Federica • couple • it
10
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Marios • couple • cy
5
Considering the high amount I paid per night, my expectations were much higher. This hotel was extremely disappointing.
Pros:

I’m trying to figure out what I like, but I’m finding it difficult.

Cons:

The rooms are extremely small and look much bigger in the photos. We were told that the minibar was complimentary, yet during our four-night stay, it was restocked only once.

The breakfast was mediocre, with very few options suited to European tastes. I would rate the cleanliness 8 out of 10.

The hotel is enormous and extremely crowded, with people constantly entering and leaving, which creates a rather chaotic atmosphere. There also seems to be a negative attitude towards smokers. The designated smoking area is isolated behind the hotel, in a strange and secluded location where you may feel unsafe, particularly at night.

I noticed that there is a terrace near the reception area that could easily be used as a safer and more convenient smoking area, but unfortunately, smoking is not permitted there either.

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Kristian • couple • dk
7
Good hotel in a nice neighbourhood but maybe a bit pricy for what you get
Pros:

Good location. Nice neighbourhood with plenty restaurants and shopping and short distances to even livelier areas and metro stations.

Cons:

Our room was rather small (double Hollywood) but it worked out okay.
The carpets in the corridors all looked like there had been a water damage recently as all were loose and constituted trip hazards.

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Ciana • solo_traveller • au
8
2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Michael • family_with_children • au
10
Pros:

Very comfortable and clean - we enjoyed our stay

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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vanessa • solo_traveller • es
7
Pros:

La ubicación está bien. Pero el precio no corresponde, en mi opinión, con lo que puede ofrecer.

Cons:

La limpieza es ligera...,

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
M
Martina • couple • it
8
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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KAZUYA • couple • jp
10
幸せ
Pros:

部屋がとても綺麗で、立地もよくスタッフさんの対応がとても親切でした

Cons:

ないです

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Yelena • family_with_children • kz
8
2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Junko • couple • jp
8
2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Luca • couple • it
10
Prima volta in Corea . Ottima posizione per muoversi in città . Ottima pulizia e colazione eccezionale
Pros:

Pulizia e posizione

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Paulus • extended_group • au
10
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Hong quang • family_with_children • de
8
2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Ekaterina • solo_traveller • it
7
generally it was good and efficient
Pros:

I like the convenient location, comfortable bed, breakfast and the silence.

Cons:

slowness of the elevator, rather strict breakfast seating procedure, would love to have more glutein free options for breakfast

2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Julio Cesar • solo_traveller • co
8
Pros:

La ubicación y el desayuno.

Cons:

El mantenimiento del piso de la habitación.

2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Yusuf • couple • be
10
2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Jovan • couple • rs
8
great location, worth the money
Pros:

Location is really good, close to the subway and short walk to Myeongdong main street

Cons:

/

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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HO-CHUEH • family_with_children • tw
4
綜合以上
Pros:

地理位置優勢

Cons:

空間小、插頭老舊、櫃檯服務態度不佳、床頭骷顱畫像、價格太高

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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THI MAI ANH • couple • vn
7
Pros:

Đi lại thuận tiện

Cons:

Nhân viên lạnh lùng, không niềm nở

2026-09-01 • via Nuitee