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About the Hotel

245, Toegye-Ro, Jung-Gu, Seoul, South Korea

Accommodation Details

Myeongdong Merlin Hotel offers 77 individually furnished rooms with separate dining areas. All rooms include premium bedding, heated floors, kitchenware with refrigerator and washing machine, laptop-friendly workspaces, and first-run movies. Bathrooms feature rainfall showers and complimentary toiletries. Rooms are accessible via exterior corridors and include soundproof walls.

Dining Options

There are no restaurants at this property. The hotel provides coffee/tea in a common area and a microwave in a common area. Multiple dining options are available within a 5-minute walk of the hotel.

Recreation & Facilities

The hotel offers hiking trails for recreation. Common amenities include free WiFi throughout the property, tour/ticket assistance, and onsite laundry and dry cleaning services. The 24-hour front desk provides iron/ironing boards on request.

Location & Access

Located in Jung-gu between Dongdaemun and Chungmuro, the hotel is a 10-minute walk from Namsan Korean Hanok Village. Dongdaemun Market and Namdaemun are a 5-minute drive away. The property is 3 km from central Seoul and 25 km from Gimpo International Airport. Nearby landmarks include Myeongdong Cathedral (1 km), Namsangol Hanok Village (1 km), and Dongdaemun Design Plaza (1.5 km).

Safety & Services

Safety features include fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, a security system, and first aid kits. The hotel provides dry cleaning and laundry services. Additional charges may apply for certain services during check-in or check-out.

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From cosy doubles to spacious family suites – all with flexible options, breakfast, and exclusive deals.

Deluxe Triple Room

Max:

2 persons

270 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed

Shower

Heating

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Twin Room City View

Max:

2 persons

250 sq. feet

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Shower

Heating

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Deluxe Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

270 sq. feet

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Shower

Heating

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Getting around

All Transportation Options at a Glance

City Centre

Seoul4300 ft

Airports

Gimpo (GMP) 12.6 mi

Train

Seoul Station 1.7 mi

Yeongdeungpo Station 6.0 mi

Underground

Chungmuro1700 ft

Amenities

Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Security
Luggage storage
Lift
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Room service
Housekeeping

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Dining table

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Parquet floor

Location

245, Toegye-Ro, Jung-Gu, Seoul, South Korea

Map view

245, Toegye-Ro, Jung-Gu, Seoul, South Korea

City landmarks

Landmark

N Seoul Tower

1.5 mi

Mall

Dongdaemun Design Plaza

5000 ft

Palace

Gyeongbokgung Palace

1.7 mi

Landmark

Myeongdong Shopping Street

1.1 mi

Landmark

Jongmyo Shrine

5100 ft

Palace

Changdeokgung

1.5 mi

Landmark

K-beauty shopping

3600 ft

Landmark

Namsangol Hanok Village

3600 ft

Square

Gwanghwamun Gate

1.5 mi

Museum

War Memorial of Korea

2.2 mi

Park

Bukchon Hanok Village

1.6 mi

Landmark

Insa-dong Maru

5100 ft

Church

Myeongdong Cathedral

3600 ft

Landmark

Cheonggyecheon Stream

1.5 mi

Landmark

Namdaemun

1.3 mi

Market

Kwangjang Market

3500 ft

Park

Namsan Park

1.5 mi

Park

Tapgol Park

5100 ft

Square

Gwanghwamun Square

1.4 mi

Landmark

Harmony Mart

1.1 mi

Pagoda

Jogyesa

1.5 mi

Palace

Changgyeonggung Palace

1.3 mi

Museum

Seoul City Wall Museum

5000 ft

Palace

Jeong Kwan-heon of Deoksugung Palace

1.3 mi

Landmark

Bank of Korea Money Museum

1.1 mi

Landmark

Statue of Sejong the Great

1.4 mi

Landmark

T.um SK Telecom Technology Museum

5100 ft

Museum

Postal Museum of Korea

1.1 mi

Museum

Grevin Seoul

1.5 mi

Architectural Building

Seoul City Wall

1.5 mi

Nearby

28 Toegye-ro 34-gil

Namsangol Hanok Village

1900 ft

Restaurants

Chungmu Kalguksu

600 ft

Estrella

500 ft

259-2

Ojangdong Heungnamjip

1100 ft

101-7 Ojang-dong

Starbucks Daehan Cinema

1400 ft

212

Domino's Pizza

2400 ft

Guest Ratings & Reviews

Real Guest Experiences & Ratings

Cheryl

United States, May 2024

6.8/10

The hotel room was big enough for three of us and provided a good night's sleep despite being very hot during the day. The service was friendly and welcoming, although not particularly helpful. The location was convenient, with easy access to public transportation and a nearby convenience store. The dining experience was decent but lacked variety. Overall, a decent stay with some room for improvement.

Rooms

7.0

The room was big enough for three of us and allowed for a restful night despite being hot during the day.

Service

7.0

The staff was friendly and welcoming but could have been more helpful in some instances.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location was convenient, close to public transportation and a convenience store.

Dining

6.0

The dining options were decent but lacked variety.

Facilities

6.0

Facilities were standard with no notable highlights.

Convenient location

Limited dining options

Robert

United States, April 2024

6.6/10

The hotel location is convenient, being close to the subway station, but the room size was smaller than expected, with a slight moldy smell lingering. The staff were accommodating but not overly friendly, possibly due to a language barrier.

Rooms

7.0

The room size was small compared to the photos, and there was a mildew smell present.

Service

6.0

The staff were okay overall, but not exceptionally attentive. There seemed to be a language barrier affecting the level of friendliness.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location is between two popular areas, Myeongdong and Dongdaemun, making it convenient for tourists.

Dining

5.0

The available dining options were limited, with basic offerings like instant coffee and toast. Not the most exciting breakfast experience.

Facilities

7.0

Samuel

United States, February 2024

7.0/10

My stay at the hotel was pleasant overall, with friendly staff and a great location near Myeongdong. However, the room was a bit small for five people, making it challenging to move around with our luggage. The space could have been utilized better despite requesting room service to tidy up. Being close to sightseeing spots and transportation was a major convenience.

Rooms

7.0

The room was a bit small for five people and didn't offer much space to move around with our luggage, despite requesting room service to make up the room. Walking around the room was limited due to the luggage occupying space.

Service

9.0

The staff was really nice and helpful, providing useful information about facilities, sightseeing, and transportation options. The service was top-notch during my stay.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location was great for sightseeing, situated conveniently between Myeongdong and Dongdaemun. It was a short distance from the subway and bus stops, making it easy to explore the city.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was mediocre, with limited breakfast options consisting of instant coffee, toast bread, strawberry marmalade, and butter. The selection was disappointing compared to my expectations.

Facilities

6.0

The hotel had basic facilities but lacked variety in dining options. However, the close proximity to transportation hubs made exploring Seoul convenient.

Paul

United States, July 2023

6.6/10

It was my second time staying at the hotel. The rooms were not as spacious as depicted in the photos but felt modern and had a nice view. However, there was inconsistency in providing new sets of towels, and cleanliness could have been better. The hotel's location between Chungmuro Station and Eulji-ro 4 ga Station is one of its best features, being convenient for tourists.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms, though not as large as shown in the photos, felt modern and had a nice view. Cleanliness could have been better.

Service

6.0

After a short conversation on the phone, the staff were not as friendly or approachable as I had hoped. It could be due to a language barrier or tiredness.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location between Chungmuro Station and Eulji-ro 4 ga Station is really convenient for tourists, close to subway stations, coffee shops, and restaurants.

Dining

5.0

The breakfast options were limited, with basic items like instant coffee, toast bread, and strawberry marmalade available. It is not complimentary.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were adequate, but nothing stood out as exceptional.