Courtyard By Marriott Seoul Times Square

First Impressions

Pulling up to the Courtyard By Marriott Seoul Times Square, the first thing you notice is how seamlessly it connects to the Times Square mall complex — and honestly, that’s either going to sell you on it immediately or make you curious. It’s a four-star property that feels polished without trying too hard, the kind of place where the lobby is clean and calm even when the surrounding neighborhood is buzzing. The staff at check-in are genuinely attentive, not just going through the motions, which sets a good tone for the stay.

Location & Neighborhood

Yeongdeungpo might not be the first neighborhood that comes to mind when people think Seoul, but that’s actually part of what makes it interesting. You’re away from the tourist saturation of Myeongdong, yet still well-connected — the metro gets you across the city without much fuss. Couples especially seem to love it here, and I get why: there’s something nice about having a massive shopping and dining complex literally attached to your hotel, especially after a long day of exploring. The area has a real local feel to it, not overly curated for tourists.

The Rooms

Rooms are comfortable and well-maintained — nothing that’ll make your jaw drop, but everything you actually need is there and working properly. The beds are solid, the air conditioning is responsive, and the bathrooms are clean with decent water pressure (which, I know, sounds like a low bar, but you’d be surprised how often hotels miss this). There’s a certain reliability to Marriott’s Courtyard brand that shows up here — you know what you’re getting, and it delivers. City views from the upper floors are a nice bonus if you can snag one.

Breakfast & Facilities

The breakfast buffet is worth factoring into your plans — it’s a proper spread, not just toast and sad fruit. There’s a good mix of Korean and Western options, which makes it easy to start the day the way you want to. Free parking is available on-site, which is genuinely useful if you’re planning to rent a car or have one — parking in Seoul can be a headache and a half otherwise. The overall facilities are well-kept and the hotel runs efficiently, which you notice more and more the longer you stay.

Why Guests Love It

Here’s the thing that actually stood out to me: this hotel has a noticeably high rate of repeat guests, more so than most comparable properties. That’s not something that happens by accident — it means people come back, which tells you more than any rating number really can. The location score sits at 8.8, and with couples rating it even higher at 8.9 for a two-person trip, it’s clearly doing something right for people who want a relaxed, well-located base in Seoul. It’s not flashy, but it’s genuinely good — and sometimes that’s exactly what you’re looking for.