VIA Jongno

This hotel was a pleasant surprise! They sent an email with instructions a few days before check-in, making the whole process very smooth. It's small but has everything you need, and it's incredibly clean with all brand-new facilities. I was initially worried the room might be too small, but we managed to open two suitcases inside – a 20-inch on the luggage rack and a 28-inch on the floor! The hotel's common areas also have an ice machine, coffee maker, and microwave. I had planned to stay another night, but I booked too late and there were no rooms left!

The room was quite small, but very clean. Stored bags and suitcases could only be left in the outside hallway, unattended, which was a bit worrying. The location is convenient for food and drinks. Overall, it's suitable for a single person staying alone, but not for families or multiple people. The price is cheap, making it good for a few days of transition or sightseeing.

Objectively speaking, the room was small but clean. You'll need to bring your own towels and toiletries. The front desk staff was very handsome, friendly, and kept everything clean. The hotel is on the second floor, with no elevator, located above the third shop across from a 7-Eleven. It's surrounded by various shops, so dining and transportation are convenient, but it can be a bit noisy. Olive Young is just a few hundred meters away, making shopping easy. The location is excellent. I recommend downloading Papago for navigation; it's generally accurate. For the subway, use Naver Map. If you can't read Korean, ask Doubao for the Korean and Romanized spelling of the station. Doubao's subway navigation can be off. For the subway, look for the Romanized spelling and station number. I forgot to mention, the hotel is at Jonggak Station Exit 9. When you come out, there's a coffee shop. Facing the coffee shop, turn right at the first intersection on your left. Walk straight until you see a small 7-Eleven on your left, turn left, and it's on the second floor of the third shop with a black sign.

The location is absolutely fantastic, especially in the heart of Seoul where real estate is at a premium. Being close to the subway and within walking distance to popular attractions like Myeongdong is a huge plus. The owner, a young man, was genuinely the most sincere and warm person I met during my stay in Korea; he was also very well-groomed and clean. The hotel is newly opened and impeccably clean. One morning, I even saw him wiping down coffee stains from the coffee machine, which really showed how much care he puts into running the business. The rooms are soundproofed, so you can get a good night's sleep despite being in a bustling area. They also thoughtfully provide disposable toothbrushes and toothpaste, considering guests from different regions. In the common area, there's a coffee machine and some snacks, as well as towels, toothpaste, toothbrushes, and earplugs. And seriously, the coffee is amazing! I specifically asked the owner, and he said he personally selected the beans, and they're quite expensive! Check-in and check-out are self-service, but you can contact the owner anytime with any questions. He's also super helpful with recommendations on where to go and what to eat. This is definitely a hotel I'd return to, so don't hesitate to book it, everyone!

The host was very welcoming and my friend and I had a smooth stay here. We'll definitely come back if we have the chance!

The location is fantastic! It's very close to both the subway and bus stops, and you can even walk to Myeongdong. There are also plenty of great restaurants and attractions nearby. The self-check-in was super convenient, and the room had all the basic amenities, plus free coffee! The host was also very kind and proactively asked if I needed anything. For this price and location, it's truly excellent!

The location is excellent, right next to Cheonggyecheon Stream, and the facilities are very clean. My whole family slept well, and it was great value for money. There are also many good restaurants and cafes nearby, which was a plus.

The room was new and clean, but small and there's no elevator, so if you have large luggage, you might want to reconsider. Also, the soundproofing isn't great; it's right above a street full of bars, so it gets noisy at night.