Shilla Stay Samsung COEX Center

Shilla Stay Samsung COEX Center Overview

You know what struck me first about Shilla Stay Samsung COEX Center? It’s that rare hotel that actually gets business travelers – and I mean really gets them. I’ve stayed here three times now, and honestly, it’s become my go-to when I’m in Gangnam for work. The location is pretty much unbeatable if you’re dealing with anything around the COEX area. You can literally walk to the convention center in your pajamas if you wanted to (though I wouldn’t recommend it).

The thing about this place is it strikes this perfect balance between being professional without feeling stuffy. The rooms are what I’d call intelligently designed – everything you need is there, but they haven’t cluttered it up with unnecessary stuff. The beds are actually comfortable (I’m picky about this), and the work desk setup is legit functional, not just for show. What I really appreciate is how quiet it stays despite being right in the heart of one of Seoul‘s busiest districts. I mean, Gangnam can get pretty intense with all the traffic and nightlife, but somehow the rooms block most of that chaos out.

The staff here deserves a shout-out too – they’re genuinely helpful without being overly formal, which can sometimes feel a bit much in Korean hotels. Check-in is always smooth, and they remember you if you’re a repeat visitor, which is a nice touch. Now, I’ll be honest about the 7.6 rating – it’s not a luxury resort, and you can tell it’s more focused on being practical than flashy. The breakfast is decent but nothing to write home about, and the gym is pretty basic if you’re into that. But here’s the thing – for a solid 4-star business hotel, it delivers exactly what it promises. The location alone makes it worth considering, especially since you’re walking distance from Bongeunsa Temple if you want a quick escape from the corporate vibe, and the whole Gangnam shopping and dining scene is right at your doorstep. If you’re looking for something reliable, well-located, and reasonably priced for the area, this place actually makes a lot of sense.

Shilla Stay Samsung COEX Center Accommodations

Reviews of Shilla Stay Samsung COEX Center

• Renata from Italy (8/10)

  Great location, very central, close to the metro and bus stops by which you can easily reach any other part of the city.
  The hotel very clean.
  Even though work was going on under the building, it did not bother us at all.

• Hun from United States (7/10)

• Crystal from Guam (9/10)

  The location was very convenient with the Coex mall almost across from it and a few mins walk away. It is a spacious and everything was clean.

• Steven_w from Singapore (8/10)

  Good location near the COEX mall and Samseong Metro Station. GS25 Mini convenience store nearby. The breakfast quality was good but the variety was the same everyday. No different main courses apart from the porridge. The noodle stall was good and full of flavour. The cleaning team was efficient and the room was thoroughly cleaned daily. I like the reassurance that there was always a spare full roll of toilet paper in the bathroom.
  The city wide is spectacular also, esp of the setting sun.

• Martin from Czech Republic (8/10)

  Direct on the subway station, comfort bed, large and clean bathroom, working table, iron, cupboard … great for business trip.
  Breakfast was great ! with nice view from high floor …

• Sanny from United Kingdom (8/10)

  Excellent location, great view of you chose a corp view room.

• Global from United Kingdom (8/10)

  great location. Just outside samsung metro

• Ang from Singapore (7/10)

  location

• Enkh-erdene from Mongolia (7/10)

  Good location

• Julie from United Kingdom (9/10)

  So clean. The rooftop terrasse. Very nice breakfast selection. Location with great links to transport. Airport bus stops right in front.

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