Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myeongdong

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Shilla Stay
8.1 (2083 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 2083 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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Christian • couple • be
8
Ideal location, clean hotel with friendly staff.
Pros:

Location is ideal, right next to subway station and walking distance of the most touristic area of Seoul (Myeondong) but still slightly away from the very busy streets which is a positive since a little more quiet and clean. The hotel street is in a business area and the neighborhood is very nice to walk and dine in. The hotel itself had great staff that speaks English and are very friendly and helpful. The buffet for breakfast and lunch is a great offer with decent quality for the price. All in all it was a place i can recommend.

2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Sooki • solo_traveller • se
9
2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Emrah • family_with_children • es
8
Muy centrico.
Pros:

La habitación era mas bien pequeña. El desayuno era para mi gusto, regular. Es como un almuerzo.
Lo mejor del hotel es la ubicación, puedes bajar al centro andado y está pegado al Palacio Gyeongbokgung.

Cons:

Las habitaciones son pequeñas.

2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Gul • solo_traveller • tr
10
Good.
Pros:

It was a good hotel.

Cons:

There is nothing I did not like.

2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Dion • couple • ch
7
Pros:

Die Lage war super.

Cons:

Die Betten sind sehr klein.

2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Jacob • solo_traveller • in
10
2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Artiona • couple • al
10
2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
A
Artiona • couple • al
10
2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Megan • couple • jp
3
2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Emily • solo_traveller • us
10
This was a great stay, the staff was very kind and welcoming, the location is ideal, and the amenities are high quality.
Pros:

The location is perfect! It’s next to a Buddhist temple. In the morning during my stay, I got to hear the monks chanting. It was amazing.

Cons:

I have nothing I did not like about the property.

2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Artiona • solo_traveller • al
10
2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Artiona • solo_traveller • al
10
2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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DONGHYUN • couple • kr
9
2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Mei • family_with_children • jp
10
また機会があれば宿泊したい
Pros:

・清潔でアメニティが豊富だった
・日本のコンセントがそのまま使える
・エレベーター台数が多く待ち時間が少なかった

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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virginia • extended_group • it
10
2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Ortiz • family_with_children • za
10
2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
김 • family_with_children • kr
9
2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Eduard • family_with_children • lk
7
Pros:

Bed was comfortable but the pillows were too soft

Cons:

At breakfast, we felt that because they didn't sit us in a particular table... some people who were by themselves took a table of four, for example. It wasn't practical.

2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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Tamara • couple • us
4
Not worth the money- hotel have seen better days
Pros:

Maybe the location

Cons:

I you go out of the escalator and the carpet doesn’t stick to the floor. I almost fell to the ground. I could catch myself but hurting me. I tried to after this one to pay more attention walking over the non property laud down carpet. This hotel is not worth the money

2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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Kim • solo_traveller • kr
10
Pros:

친절한 직원 편안한 숙소 좋았습니다.

Cons:

숙박하는데 주차1만원이 아쉬웠네요.
그래도 만족합니다.

2026-08-14 • via Nuitee