The hype
Travelers love the location and the comfortable Simmons beds, but consistently mention the rooms are smaller than they look in photos.
Crown Park Hotel Myeongdong Seoul
$70-120/ Nacht
Buchen Sie dieses Hotel, wenn You want a clean, affordable crash pad directly across from Lotte Department Store and don't care about a swimming pool.
Warum Gäste es lieben
- Unbeatable location right next to Myeongdong shopping district
- Lobby on the 17th floor offers surprisingly great city views
- Coin laundry on the 3rd floor is a lifesaver for long trips
Kurzfassung: A solid, no-frills basecamp for shoppers that trades room size for location.
Bewertet von @keli.kiim: I couldn't believe I found a 4-star hotel in Myeongdong for this price. My room was spotless, modern, and just a 5-minute walk to the best shopping streets. It’s the perfect base for exploring Seoul without breaking the bank.
Was Gäste, die hier übernachtet haben, sagten
Reality check
Several guests have complained about rooms facing a brick wall with zero natural light — you must request a view.
- You plan to spend 12 hours a day shopping and eating
- You need easy access to the Airport Limousine Bus (stop is nearby)
- You appreciate a firm, high-quality mattress (Simmons)
Sauberkeit & Instandhaltung
8.5
- Housekeeping: Daily cleaning is reliable, though recent reviews mention occasional missed dust on carpets.
- Bathroom hygiene: Generally spotless; grout and tile are well-maintained.
- Maintenance: Furniture is holding up well since the 2015 renovation, but some carpets are showing age.
- Linens & towels: Crisp and white, but one recent guest reported 'brown spots' on a duvet insert—check yours.
- Odors & scents: Neutral smell; no heavy perfumes, but hallways can sometimes smell of food from room service.
Sleepability™
7.5STILL
0-4LAUT
4-7,5MÄSSIG
7,5-10STILL
- Hallway noise from other guests
- Hum from the central climate control system
Vor der Buchung
Gut zu wissen
- The lobby is on the 17th floor, not the ground floor.
- Airport Limousine Bus #6701 stops right near the hotel (Lotte Hotel stop).
- There is a 24-hour convenience store (GS25) immediately next door.
Was Sie einpacken sollten
- Toothbrush and toothpaste (not provided)
- Universal travel adapter (though some USB ports exist)
- Light pajamas (rooms can run warm due to central heating)
Zimmer-Genie
Beste Auswahl
- High-floor Deluxe Twin for better light
- Rooms facing Lotte Department Store for city vibes
Zimmer, die Sie meiden sollten
- Low-floor Standard rooms (often face a dark wall)
- Rooms near the elevator (hallway noise)
Zimmerwunsch-Genie – kopieren & einfügen
“I would appreciate a room on a high floor (10+) facing the street/city view. Please avoid any rooms facing the internal wall/building.”
FAQ & Geheimtipps
Alles, was Sie vor der Buchung wirklich wissen möchten.
Is there a swimming pool?
No, there is no pool on the property.
Does the hotel have parking?
No. There is absolutely no parking on-site. You must use expensive public lots nearby.
Is breakfast included?
Usually not in the base rate. It costs around 24,000-27,000 KRW per person if purchased separately.
Can I store my luggage before check-in?
Yes, the 17th-floor concierge will hold bags for free before check-in and after check-out.
How far is the subway?
Euljiro 1-ga Station (Line 2) is a 3-minute walk; Myeongdong Station (Line 4) is about 8-10 minutes.
Is there a gym?
Yes, a small fitness center on the 2nd floor, but it's basic (treadmills and dumbbells only).
Insider-Tipps
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The coin laundry on the 3rd floor is rarely crowded and accepts credit cards.
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Use the underground shopping arcade (Sogong underground) to cross the street to Myeongdong in bad weather.
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The lobby library area on the 17th floor is a quiet, free spot to work with a great view.
5 Dinge, die Sie wissen sollten, bevor Sie losfahren
💡The 'Eco-Friendly' policy means you might have to beg for extra towels.
💡The elevators can be slow during check-out time (11 AM - 12 PM) because everyone has to go UP to the 17th floor to check out.
💡Some 'City View' rooms actually just view the office building across the narrow street.
💡The bathroom doors are sometimes frosted glass sliders, which offers limited privacy.
💡There is a hidden scale in the lobby to weigh your luggage before the airport run.
Lokaler Reiseführer
Karte
Sehen Sie, wo sich Crown Park Hotel Myeongdong Seoul befindet und was in der Nähe ist.