LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong

LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong Overview

Honestly, when I first walked into LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong, I wasn’t expecting much – I mean, it’s right in the thick of one of Seoul‘s busiest shopping districts, so I figured it might feel a bit corporate. But you know what? This place actually surprised me. The lobby has this clean, modern vibe that somehow manages to feel welcoming rather than sterile, and the staff genuinely seemed happy to help rather than just going through the motions.

What really won me over, though, is how they’ve managed to create this little oasis of calm despite being surrounded by the absolute chaos that is Myeongdong. I stayed on the 12th floor, and honestly, once you get up there, the street noise just fades away – which is impressive considering you’re literally steps from some of the most crowded shopping streets in Korea. The rooms are on the smaller side (this is Seoul, after all), but they’re thoughtfully designed. Everything has its place, the bed is actually comfortable, and the bathroom – well, let’s just say they know how to do a proper shower here. I also appreciated the little touches, like having both Korean and international power outlets, and the air conditioning that actually works without sounding like a freight train.

Location-wise, you really can’t beat it if you’re planning to explore the area. I could walk to Myeongdong Cathedral in about three minutes, hit up all the street food vendors and cosmetics shops without breaking a sweat, and when I needed a break from the crowds, Namsan Park was just a short uphill walk away. The subway connections are solid too – Myeongdong Station is practically next door, which made getting to other parts of the city pretty painless. One thing I’d mention is that if you’re arriving with luggage during peak shopping hours (basically weekends and evenings), navigating through the crowds can be a bit of a workout. The hotel doesn’t have its own parking, but there are a few paid lots nearby if you’re driving – though honestly, I’d recommend just using public transport in this area. Overall, it’s a solid 4-star choice that delivers on comfort and location without any major surprises, good or bad. The 8.4 rating makes sense to me – it’s not going to blow you away, but it’ll definitely take care of you while you’re exploring one of Seoul’s most vibrant neighborhoods.

LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong Accommodations

Reviews of LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong

• Sana from Netherlands (9/10)

  Metro outside the door, food and shopping in 1 min walking, very friendly staff

• Mona from Pakistan (9/10)

  The room we booked was tiny, but we were able to upgrade to a much nicer room, for 50 CAD (for the entire week). Location was great, 2 mins walk from the shopping hub in Myeongdong, also lotte duty free was super close too. Very comfortable stay.

• Mohamed from United Arab Emirates (8/10)

  The location is excellent, everything close to it is very clean, their service is rather good.

• Anna from Netherlands (9/10)

  Superb location, close enough to Myeong-dong shopping streets and market, metro and bus stops, but not in the middle of the street noise and most touristic spots. It's in a walkable distance to many light seeing locations or just a 7-10 minutes bus or a metro ride. It's been our favourite hotel from Seoul stays and I'd definitely go back.
  P.S., has everything at the location: convenience store, laundry room, ATM, coffee place, bar.

• Chiehting from Taiwan (7/10)

  Location and room size

• Eli from Israel (9/10)

  Everything

• Jacob from United States (8/10)

  The staff were extremely friendly and helpful. The hotel was perfectly located.

• Grace from United States (9/10)

  Very convenient to all the shops and restaurants. Good night life.

• Alan from Guam (8/10)

  Location, unbelievably helpful staff, very good laundry, very good breakfast.

• Anup from India (9/10)

  The location is fantastic, with restaurants nearby and easy access to numerous tourist attractions. Subway stations are just a short walk away, and the staff was incredibly friendly and always ready to help.

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