Inns in Seoul

Compact and very clean, so I was thoroughly satisfied as a solo traveler. Although it's unstaffed, check-in and check-out were easy, and inquiries were answered promptly, which gave me great peace of mind! Amenities were neatly arranged in the hallway outside the room (including a hair straightener and USB adapter plugs!), so the only thing you really need to bring is your pajamas. I was also glad to have both a proper fridge and a freezer! The only minor issue was that I couldn't turn off one of the room lights, so I ended up just pulling out the room key card. Also, if you have a lot of luggage, the small slope right in front of the hotel might be a bit tough. On the plus side, having a CU convenience store and the airport bus stop nearby was great.

Really clean and beautiful room, it was perfect for me as a solo traveller! The shared laundry and elevator was such a lifesaver in Seoul where lots of hostels or motels didn't have elevators, and there was even a tiny freezing compartment in the mini fridge that worked really well to freeze my ice pack for use which was something I didn't except and haven't seen before in other mini fridges of places I've stayed at in other countries. The owner was incredibly kind, she would respond to my questions even close to midnight outside of their official contactable hours, and she personally came to see me off when I checked out in order to give me snacks and keychains to bring home as a souvenir which was really touching. The facilities are really new and clean (I was told they opened 2 weeks before I booked??) and the location was so convenient, I was walking to Dongmyo Flea Market and Seoul folk market like four times my whole trip, and it's opposite the famous Stationary and Toy lane too - plus its like 2 mins to Dongmyo station and 7mins to Dongdaemun station which gives you access to a lot of other places in Seoul! They also provide stuff like bottles of water, ear plugs, etc that you could go get yourself in the main area - it was so convenient that I didn't have to lug back 1.5litre water bottles from the convenience store. If I had to think of a downside I think it's only that the walls are a bit on the thinner side and I was unlucky to have neighbors who were very loud and banging on the floor or furniture at 3am on my last 2 nights :/ it was lucky they provided earplugs so I could fall asleep.

Beautifully designed and spotless, but several practical details need improvement Stay And4 is a beautifully designed, newly opened property with a stylish, modern interior. Everything looks carefully considered, from the bathroom fixtures to the refrigerator, microwave and water dispenser. The cleanliness is absolutely exceptional! A big compliment to the housekeeping staff, who clearly do an amazing job. Everything was spotless. I also appreciated the complimentary cup noodles and instant coffee in the communal area. However, despite the beautiful design, several practical details haven’t been thought through properly. Room comfort One important thing to know is that the room has no windows or natural daylight. The decorative curtains are beautifully executed and create a warm, inviting atmosphere, but having no daylight can feel unusual. At night, the standby lights on the TV and especially the water dispenser are extremely distracting. The water dispenser emits so much light that it actually illuminates the room when everything else is switched off. The power outlets next to the bed also don’t hold plugs securely. Even a slight movement of the charging cable can cause the plug to fall out. Bathroom The towels are extremely small, roughly the size of guest towels in the Netherlands rather than proper bath towels. For a relatively upscale property, this is disappointing. I asked the hotel about it and was told this is their standard size. Proper bath towels would be a significant improvement, especially for international guests. There is also no bath mat. The bathroom layout isn’t particularly practical either. There is a bathtub and an open shower, but the shampoo, conditioner and shower gel are in large dispensers fixed to the wall by the shower. They cannot be reached from the bathtub, meaning you have to get out or dispense the products into your hands beforehand. A strange design oversight. Housekeeping I stayed for two nights without any housekeeping. I don’t expect a full cleaning for such a short stay, but the very small trash bin wasn’t emptied, and used glasses and cups weren’t cleaned or replaced. A quick refresh would have been appreciated. Luggage storage The advertised “free luggage storage” is misleading in my opinion. There is no secure storage room, just a rack in a common area where you can attach your suitcase using a lock. Luggage remains accessible to other guests, making this unsuitable for open bags or valuables. I contacted the hotel about this because I wasn’t comfortable leaving my belongings there. The listing should be more transparent about what is actually provided. Carpeting The wall-to-wall carpeting looks beautiful now, but I question how well it will age and how easily it can be kept thoroughly clean. It’s also not ideal for guests sensitive to dust mites. A clear shoes-off policy might help maintain its condition. Entrance and surroundings The approach to the hotel and the entrance itself aren’t particularly inviting. The surroundings feel somewhat run-down, contrasting sharply with the beautiful interior. The stairwell in particular could benefit from refurbishment to create a better first impression. Overall Stay And4 has a lot of potential. The design is beautiful, the facilities are modern, and the cleanliness is genuinely outstanding. However, the many practical shortcomings make the experience less comfortable than the appearance suggests. Since the property is still new, I hope management takes this feedback seriously. Most issues could be resolved relatively easily and would significantly improve the guest experience. Good design should be about functionality and comfort, not just aesthetics.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect Stay in the Heart of Myeongdong! Our stay at U-STAY Myeongdong was fantastic from start to finish. The biggest highlight is the unbeatable location. Situated right in the heart of Myeongdong, you’re just steps away from endless shopping, incredible restaurants, street food vendors, convenience stores, and the subway station, making it easy to explore all of Seoul. Whether you’re visiting for sightseeing, food, or shopping, you couldn’t ask for a better place to stay. The hotel itself was clean, comfortable, and well-maintained, with everything we needed for a relaxing stay after long days of exploring the city. The staff were welcoming, friendly, and always willing to help with recommendations or any questions we had. One of my favorite touches was the complimentary noodle bar. After spending the day walking around Seoul, being able to enjoy a free late-night bowl of ramen along with coffee and other refreshments was such a thoughtful amenity that made the hotel feel even more welcoming. It’s a small feature that really sets U-STAY apart from many other hotels. If you’re looking for an affordable, clean, and conveniently located hotel with excellent hospitality and thoughtful extras, I highly recommend U-STAY Myeongdong. I would absolutely stay here again on my next trip to Seoul! ✨

Overall, it was a good stay, but there are a few things to note. There's a set of stone steps at the hotel entrance, so you have to carry your luggage up yourself, and there's no elevator inside the hotel, which is a bit inconvenient. Everything else was fine. It's also very conveniently located near the subway station. The room was a bit small, but it's all about value for money here.

This is my 4th time staying here but my first as a solo traveller and I gotta say, the most disappointed as well. However they did accommodate my early check in with no extra fee hence why I rated the service high. But for the room assigned to me, the space was ok for a single person and I was able to leave my luggage open however there’s this post in the middle of the room that made it quite hard to move around. The worst thing is the smell of the aircon because it had an old smell that was very strong whenever I entered the room. There was an air diffuser that looked hadn’t been refilled for a very long time. I had to buy an air freshener card which helped a little bit. The towel rack had a lot of rust and the walls were a bit stained. This used to be one of my first choices to stay at whenever I go to Seoul because of tue affordable price and location convenience, so if you’re top priority is cheap price then this hotel is okay. But for me, I’ll be looking for a different place in my next trip.

The hotel has a great location, with two MRT stations nearby — Chungmuro and Euljiro — making it very convenient to get around and travel to different places. When I first arrived, I had some difficulty finding the entrance. Luckily, a kind security guard helped me out. For future guests, you can use the entrance on the right and take the elevator up to the 2nd floor. If you arrive before check-in time, there’s no need to worry as the hotel provides free luggage storage. The cleanliness could be improved, as there were some areas that could have been cleaner. However, the bed was very comfortable and I had a good night's sleep. Overall, a convenient place to stay, especially if you value easy access to public transportation.

Super mixed review. The negatives outweigh the positives and vice versa, but here goes. First off, I stayed in (apparently) their most expensive room - the signature room, which is 3 times the size of their average room. So my review pertains specifically to room 902. The room is divided into three parts: a bedroom with 2 bit-smaller than queen size beds with an en-suite bathroom & toilet, a bath tub big enough for 2 persons, and a living room + kichen comfortable enough to host 4 people at once. There is another bathroom by the entrance. The room features also an LG Styler, a high end blue tooth speaker, a massager, and a projector in the living room. I think standard rooms don’t have all or any of these. I particularly appreciated the styler and the speaker, but on the other hand was rather disappointed that the TV didn’t function properly during my stay. It automatically connects to a streaming service, while all that I wanted to watch was cable TV (I speak korean and I can stream stuff from wherever, so I’d rather access stuff that I can only get while I’m here). Anyway, the front desk employee was super helpful and he even brought me a cake as apology (남자 직원분 - 감사합니다, 이름 안 물어봐서 언급을 못하네요;;). Now more on the not so great things: - they don’t clean the room unless you requested it that day. And even if you requested room cleaning, they don’t make the bed. They only take away the trash and replace the towels. So, make ur own bed or come back to a messy bedroom. - the towels can use a replacement, I mean like I think they should’ve thrown out the ones they’re using now last year already. It’s such a contrast to be in such a large and fancy room with rags for towels. - they actually are not very meticulous with the cleaning. By habbit I check every corner of the room upon checkin, and the previous guests had left a bagful of trash under the sink which remained unchecked. And the back of the tv was covered with dust (need to look coz the tv won’t turn on when I first arrived). In sum: absolutely loved the styler and the high end speaker, not so great with the cable tv not working well + bed unmade. The male staff is gold, the female one could learn to smile - it is called the hospitality industry…

I had a mixed experience. On the positive side, the dedicated female area requires a secure code to enter, which made me feel very safe as a solo woman.However, the room comfort was quite poor. I was assigned a top bunk bed, and the room was incredibly hot because the air conditioning had been turned off.The bathroom facilities are located outside of the room and consist of a universal toilet. While the shower itself was okay, the towel provided was tiny and looked like it had already been used.While the security for women is great, the hot room and poor linen quality mean I would likely look elsewhere next time.

Basically, I enjoy my stay. The best part of the hotel is a location very close to the soul station in the city center with a good price level. The front staff is very polite. Room is a small brother with everything you need. They have an unlimited free bottle of water downstairs. The only part I’m not satisfied is they did not change bed sheets, because I was found several women’s long hair in my bed. I think change bedsheets for the new guest is a must,I stay here for a few nights, if you don’t change for me, it’s fine but for the first day it’s supposed to be cleaned up.