Sotetsu Fresa Inn Seoul Myeong-dong Overview
First Impressions
Walking into Sotetsu Fresa Inn Seoul Myeong-dong, you immediately get that “this place has its act together” feeling. It’s a three-star property, but honestly, the lobby feels more polished than some pricier hotels I’ve stayed at in Seoul. The staff greets you in both Korean and English — which, you know what, actually matters when you’re jet-lagged and trying to figure out your key card. There’s this clean, modern vibe without being sterile, and the check-in process is refreshingly quick.
Location That Actually Makes Sense
Here’s the thing about Myeong-dong — everyone talks about it being touristy, but that’s exactly why this location works so well. You’re literally in the heart of Seoul’s shopping district, which means you can grab Korean skincare products at 10 PM (trust me, you will) and find decent street food without wandering around lost. The subway station is maybe a three-minute walk, and I mean an actual three minutes, not that “close to public transport” nonsense some hotels claim. Couples seem to really love this spot — I can see why, since you can easily walk to Namsan Tower for those Instagram sunset shots.
The Room Experience
The room itself is compact but thoughtfully designed — very Japanese efficiency meets Korean comfort. Don’t expect a massive space, but everything you need is there and actually works properly. The bed is surprisingly comfortable (I’m picky about mattresses), and the bathroom has one of those rainfall showerheads that makes you want to stay in longer than you should. What I really appreciated was the USB charging ports built into the bedside table — small detail, but it shows they understand modern travelers.
Breakfast Worth Getting Up For
The breakfast spread hits that sweet spot between Asian and American options without trying to be everything to everyone. You’ve got your standard eggs and toast situation, but also proper Korean dishes like kimchi and rice. The coffee is actually decent — not amazing, but way better than the instant stuff you sometimes get at budget places. I usually skip hotel breakfasts, but this one’s worth the early wake-up call, especially if you’re planning a full day of exploring.
Why Guests Love It
Look, this isn’t going to be the most Instagram-worthy hotel you’ll ever stay at, but it nails the fundamentals in a way that makes your Seoul trip smoother. The location means you’re never more than a few minutes from something interesting, the rooms are clean and comfortable, and the staff genuinely seems to care about helping guests navigate the city. For the price point, you’re getting solid value in one of Seoul’s most central neighborhoods — and honestly, that’s exactly what you want when you’d rather spend your money on Korean BBQ and shopping than an overpriced hotel restaurant.
Sotetsu Fresa Inn Seoul Myeong-dong Accommodations
| Accommodation | Details |
|---|---|
| Standard Double Room | 1 double bed for 2 adults, 1 child |
| Superior Double Room | 1 double bed for 2 adults, 1 child |
| Standard Twin Room | 2 single beds for 2 adults, 1 child |
| Superior Twin Room | 2 single beds for 2 adults, 1 child |
| Comfort Twin Room for 3 Pax | 2 single beds and 1 sofa bed for 3 adults, 1 child |
| Deluxe Twin Room for 3 Pax | 2 single beds and 1 sofa bed for 3 adults, 1 child |
| Corner Twin Room for 3 Pax | 2 single beds and 1 sofa bed for 3 adults, 1 child |
| Comfort Twin Room | 2 single beds for 2 adults, 1 child |
| Deluxe Twin Room | 2 single beds for 2 adults, 1 child |
| Corner Twin Room | 2 single beds for 2 adults, 1 child |
| Staycation offer – Standard Double with Early Check-in at 12pm and Late Check-out at 6pm [30hours stay] | 1 double bed for 2 adults, 1 child |
| Staycation offer – Standard Twin with Early Check-in at 12pm and Late Check-out at 6pm [30hours stay] | 2 single beds for 2 adults, 1 child |
Reviews of Sotetsu Fresa Inn Seoul Myeong-dong
Vincent from United States (9/10)
Location was great. Very friendly staff with a lot of free amenities
Agnes from United States (9/10)
Loved the convenient location. Right in the middle of Myeongdong's excitement. Easy to checkin. Clean. Love the friendly staff. Love that there was one (1) washer and (1)dryer to do laundry for the whole hotel.
Samantha from United States (9/10)
Clean, quiet and convenient. Exactly what I was looking for!
May from Singapore (8/10)
I like the cleanliness and the staff were friendly and helpful. The design looks modern and the location is excellent!
Quan from United States (9/10)
Excellent location, close to almost anything (restaurants, night market, especially Olive Young for my girlfriend
Estebat from United States (8/10)
Close to everything
Mykah from Philippines (8/10)
Beneath the hotel is the Myeongdong street.
Chunyuan from Australia (9/10)
location ！！And hotel is very comfortable
Jason from Japan (9/10)
Great location at reasonable price
Ahmad from Qatar (9/10)
Location, staff , hotel amenities, clean facilities, water pressure, basically everything
Surroundings
What’s nearby:
- Berlin Square: 650 m
- Cheonggyecheon: 900 m
- Hwangudan Altar: 650 m
- Bosingak Pavilion: 850 m
- 3 D Black Art Museum: 300 m
- Grevin Seoul Museum: 600 m
- Seoul Animation Center: 800 m
- Bank of Korea Money Museum: 650 m
- Korea Postage Stamp Museum: 500 m
- T.um – SK Telecom Ubiquitous Museum: 600 m
Restaurants & cafes:
- Restaurant Cogo: 50 m
- Restaurant Umiok: 50 m
- Cafe/bar Sulbing (Ice flakes with syrup): 50 m
Top attractions:
- Seoul Plaza: 950 m
- Jongno Tower: 1 km
- COEX Aquarium: 10 km
- N Seoul Tower: 2.7 km
- Street Museum: 950 m
- Art Center Nabi: 950 m
- Changdeokgung Palace: 2 km
- Gyeongbokgung Palace: 2.4 km
- Changgyeonggung Palace: 2.9 km
- The National Museum of Korea: 6 km
Natural beauty:
- Peak Namsan Park: 1.7 km
Ski lifts:
- Star Hill Resort Lift 2: 32 km
- Star Hill Resort Lift 4: 32 km
- Star Hill Resort Lift 5: 32 km
Public transport:
- Train City Hall: 1.1 km
- Train Euljiro 4(sa)-ga: 1.5 km
- Metro Myeongdong Station: 350 m
- Metro Euljiro 1-ga Station: 900 m
Closest airports:
- Gimpo International Airport: 18 km
- Incheon International Airport: 58 km
Facilities
General:
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Soundproof rooms
- Lift
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom:
- Slippers
- Toilet
Services:
- Daily housekeeping
- Shared lounge/T V area
- 24-hour front desk
Accessibility:
- Wheelchair accessible
Languages spoken:
- English
- Japanese
- Korean
- Chinese
Safety & security:
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key card access
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
Great for your stay:
- Free WiFi
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Lift
House Rules at Sotetsu Fresa Inn Seoul Myeong-dong
Pets:
- Pets are not allowed.
Groups:
- When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Check-in:
- From 15:00 to 00:00
- Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out:
- From 01:00 to 12:00
Age restriction:
- The minimum age for check-in is 19
Cancellation/prepayment:
- Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
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