Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myeongdong

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Shilla Stay
8.1 (1981 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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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 1981 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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Carol Kaoru • extended_group • jp
6
2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Kate • couple • gb
9
Great location with good rooms
Pros:

Location and room

Cons:

Breakfast was very expensive

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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So Yeon • solo_traveller • au
10
2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Benoit • couple • fr
9
2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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mansun • family_with_children • kr
8
Pros:

직원들이 친절했고 주위에 음식점이 많아 좋았습니다

Cons:

주차장과 건물전체가 조금 낡았으나 그런대로 쓸만했습니다

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Peter • solo_traveller • be
8
2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Aleksandar • extended_group • rs
10
2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • gb
7
Pros:

bathroom

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Tuğçe • solo_traveller • tr
9
2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Kim Lea • solo_traveller • de
4
Pros:

Location, nothing else

Cons:

Price money value is absolutely not given, the rooms are tiny, looking like a motel, only one bedside table for 2 people in the room. Aircondition didn’t work for two days straight. Receptionist unfriendly and not welcoming

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Matthijs • couple • nl
5
Te duur voor wat het was
Pros:

Ligging was heel goed

Cons:

Prijs kwaliteit en hygiëne. We moesten in een bad douchen met een enorm harde douche straal. Ook waren er kleren van de vorige gast achtergebleven, wat we nogal vies vonden.

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Myounghae • solo_traveller • kr
8
2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Jemin • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Sébastien • solo_traveller • fr
10
2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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Hsiao-fa • solo_traveller • us
8
Good, clean, nice central location
Pros:

Clean, good amenities, good location

Cons:

Not able to change reservations

2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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Meir • couple • il
10
2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Hayashi • extended_group • jp
9
とても良かったです！
Pros:

スタッフの方々がとても親切でした！　お部屋も清潔です。
バスタブがあることがこのホテル＆部屋(Family Twin Room )を決めたポイントでした。

あと、近隣の治安が良さそうで、繁華街から少し離れているので、夜も静かでした。
すぐ近くにOlive yangやOlive betterもあるので、買い物をしたあとに荷物を置きに帰ることができるのも良かったです。

Cons:

ホテルとしては特にありません。
地下鉄の駅から少し歩くので、観光では主にバスを利用しました。　静かなところで安全にゆったりと過ごしたい場合は特におすすめです！

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Juan • solo_traveller • nl
8
Hotel funcional y practico.
Pros:

Buena ubicacion de facil acceso. Hay muchas opciones para cafes alrededor, de manera que puedes desayunar mas barato que en el hotel si no tienes mucha hambre.

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Anna • couple • ch
9
2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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Konstantinos • extended_group • gr
7
2026-05-31 • via Nuitee