Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myeongdong

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Shilla Stay
8.1 (1944 reviews)
71, Sambong-ro, Jongno-gu , Seoul , kr

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Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Safety deposit box
Facilities for disabled guests
Currency exchange
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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 1944 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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Jennifer • solo_traveller • it
10
Pros:

Tutto perfetto, niente da dire
C’è anche una piccola palestra e ti portano acqua tutti i giorni gratuitamente

2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
성순 • solo_traveller • kr
8
Cons:

방이 좀 작네요.
신라 브랜드이긴 하지만..
가격대비 방 크기는 좀 아쉽네요.

2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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Anita Elverum • family_with_children • no
8
Great location and fri
Pros:

The location was perfect for us, since we wanted to stay close to Insa-dong and Ikseon-dong. That’s only a nice stroll through a quiet street. It’s also only a short bus or taxi ride to Myeongdong for shopping. It was nice to just take the elevator to our hotel room from street level since the lobby was located on a different floor. It gave you a sense of freedom. We can highly recommend this hotel for families and their breakfast buffet is worth trying.

Cons:

Nothing worth mentioning.

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Aigerim • extended_group • kz
9
2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Amaral • couple • br
7
Razoável pelo custo alto da diaria
Pros:

Localização

Cons:

Tamanho dos quartos e cafe da manha

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
성순 • solo_traveller • kr
10
Pros:

좋은 위치 좋은 시설

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Helene • solo_traveller • se
6
2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Skylar • extended_group • us
10
2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Gemma • extended_group • nl
8
Prima verblijf op centrale locatie
Pros:

Fantastische locatie, op loopafstand van verschillende wijken.

Cons:

Temperatuur op kamer bleef warm ondanks airconditioning.

2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
G
Genevieve • couple • au
9
Really great place to stay near cultural area of Seoul
Pros:

Great location

2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
J
Joris • couple • be
8
Great hotel on a good location
2026-05-20 • via Nuitee
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Pierre • solo_traveller • fr
9
Central location 5 minute walk to gwanghwamun
Pros:

best location, functional and practical rooms

Cons:

waiting time for elevators

2026-05-20 • via Nuitee
C
Claude • couple • ca
8
Very good
Pros:

The room is of a reasonable size and clean.

Cons:

The air conditioning was not optimal.

2026-05-19 • via Nuitee
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Poh • couple • dk
9
Et fantastisk sted at bo med let adgang til både metro og centrale attraktioner, caféer og shopping muligheder.
Pros:

Den centrale beliggenhed, den høje standard, d’et hjælpsomme personale.

Cons:

At der ikke var et ordentligt spejl i fuld krops længde og at der ikke var noget makeup spejl.

2026-05-19 • via Nuitee
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Carolina • solo_traveller • es
8
Cons:

El aire acondicionado no funcionaba hasta las 12 del medio día y la habitación era un horno por la mañana

2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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YUKI • couple • jp
8
快適！
Pros:

立地がよい。LOL PARKに近い、地下鉄は複数駅使える、古宮は徒歩範囲。燃燈会のタイミングだったので、遅くまで現地に居れて良かった。

Cons:

平米の割に狭く感じる。

2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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Armelle • couple • fr
9
Pros:

Hôtel propre, confortable et bien placé pour les visites.

2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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Lee • family_with_children • kr
8
2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
A
Andreea • family_with_children • fr
10
2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Andrie • couple • cy
9
Good stay. Would recommend and would return
Pros:

Very nice and good location.

Cons:

The aircondition was not room controlled and at night it was really hot

2026-05-15 • via Nuitee