Reviews of Hotel Firststay Myeongdong
66, Sejong-daero, Jung-gu, Jung-Gu, 04526 Seoul, South Korea
#10 of 533 hotels in Seoul
Guests' ChoiceReview Score
Based on 697 hotel reviews
9.0Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
9.2
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Comfort
9.1
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Location
9.5
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Facilities
8.9
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Staff
9.7
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Value for money
9.2
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Free Wifi
9.3
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Reviewed: June 6, 2024
Miku
United Arab Emirates1 review10“Great stay”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Deluxe Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Property was cleaned enough
Stayed in June 2024
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Reviewed: May 31, 2024
Frederick
Canada1 review10“Highly recommended for anyone visiting Korea. It’s central location with public transportation and convenient food outle”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Double Room - No Window
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
There are shortfalls but it’s well compensated by a warm and friendly staff.
Friendly and helpful staff, Max and So Yang were excellent ambassadors for Korean tourism.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: May 28, 2024
Isabelle
United States of America1 review9.0“A hotel with a super convenient location, great amenities, and a friendly and helpful staff!”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Superior Double Room
- • Stayed 7 nights
Our air conditioner in the room would drip water on to the floor occasionally. The hand soap in the bathroom is quite small, but you can easily ask the front desk for more if you need. No other complaints though!
The front reception staff were exceptionally kind and helpful. The rooftop lounge/outdoor space was super nice at the end of a long day to relax and enjoy some snacks or refill water. Laundry room was easy to use and figure out.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: May 23, 2024
Timothy
United States of America1 review8.0“I'll probably stay at this hotel again next time I visit S. Korea.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Standard Twin Room
- • Stayed 13 nights
Towels smell like mildew. Dryer doesn't dry clothes well. The room is very small. The price is just a bit high when considering these things.
Convenient location. Great view from rooftop smoking area. Helpful and friendly staff.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: May 21, 2024
Chia-jung
Taiwan2 Reviews8.0“Perfect location and staff Max”- • Business trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Convenient location close to the MRT and bus station. Walking distance to Meyongdong street as well. The staff Max is super friendly and helpful. Definitely recommend it !
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: May 21, 2024
Peter
Australia2 Reviews1 helpful vote10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 8 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
All the staff were very friendly and accommodating, thank you especially to Jiho for all his help with our queries. The room was clean and quiet for a good night sleep. The location is central which made it easier for exploring seoul.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: May 20, 2024
Can
Turkey44 Reviews4 helpful votes9.0Wonderful- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Small windows in rooms.
Staff at the front desk was very helpful about everything.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: May 19, 2024
Hiu
Hong Kong2 Reviews1 helpful vote10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Staff really nice and well English speakers. Staff also helped me order food, thank you😬🙏🏻
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: May 12, 2024
Hiu
Hong Kong2 Reviews1 helpful vote10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Double Room - No Window
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Very nice staff and owner, easy to find and there many restaurants and convenience stores nearby, nice and new room facilities, near Seoul station and safe to stay.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: May 11, 2024
Wei
Sweden26 Reviews6 helpful votes10“Already my second stay, would recommend”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Deluxe Twin Room
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing honestly. They only had air conditioning in the rooms and no heater, but if you are cold in the night you can ask for a individual heater which they will bring up to your room, so there’s nothing to worry about.
This is already my second time here but I’m still going to list a few things that I love about this stay: 1. Great location. Within a 10 minute walk from city hall station, and there are numerous restaurants, convenience stores, cafes, all within walking distance. 2. Room: spacious enough to open two suitcases. Comfortable bed with two pillows + one blanket per bed. Had a fridge, bottled water, kettle, and hair dryer(which is working great). Bathroom: had a tub, two towels for each person, cups, toothbrushes/toothpaste. Common area: washing machine and dryer working just fine. Had tea bags, coffee, microwave and some tableware. Also had a sink to clean up after yourselves. All facilities/utilities mentioned in the description are included. 3. Very friendly staff. Asked about recommendations for food and they were very helpful. Also very quick to respond over Booking/Kakaotalk. All staff are fluent in English.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: May 11, 2024
Hang
Vietnam102 Reviews20 helpful votes10“A great choice to stay in Seoul”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing
The location is central, and close to many restaurants and convenient stores. Staff are very supportive and nice. Room is clean and cozy with basic facilities.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: May 9, 2024
Pang
Singapore7 Reviews10“I was truly impressed by my stay at the Hotel Firststay Myeongdong. Thank you once again for such an amazing experience!”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Double Room - No Window
- • Stayed 6 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Great location, friendly staff and fantastic service!
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: May 6, 2024
Kaspar
Estonia3 Reviews10“Short, sweet, ironed shirts”- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
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Good location, friendly english speaking staff
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: May 5, 2024
Ufuk
Singapore14 Reviews4 helpful votes10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Travelers with friends
- • Standard Twin Room
- • Stayed 8 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Very central, just stroll away from myeondong market and nandemun market
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: May 4, 2024
Elizabeth
United Kingdom3 Reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The fact that reception closed at 11pm. Unfortunately my flight was delayed so bit of a panic. However did email the hotel and 10 minutes later a kind female staff member let me in.
The staff were amazing. Super helpful, friendly and respectful. Wished I had booked earlier for last 3 days before flight back to NZ.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: May 2, 2024
Kalliopi
Greece2 Reviews10“Strongly recommended!”- • Leisure trip
- • Travelers with friends
- • Deluxe Twin Room
- • Stayed 8 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
It was everything perfect and made our stay even more easy!
Perfect location spot, near to subway and bus stations, near city centre and many city landmarks. Very close to many convenient stores and everyday event spots. All hotel crew was extremely nice, kind and always willing to help and guide us! Definitely I would like to come back one day! Strongly recommend the HOTEL FIRSTSTAY!!!
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: May 1, 2024
Arthur
France30 Reviews1 helpful vote10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
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Very friendly staff, good location andclaundry available
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: May 1, 2024
Anna
Australia24 Reviews5 helpful votes8.0“Very good location for exploring culinary marvels of Myeongdong”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The room was really dark with a tiny window overlooking a wall
Location and stuff
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: April 26, 2024
Olcay
Australia42 Reviews5 helpful votes8.0“Enjoyed our stay”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Family Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Could be fresher and crisper. Has the potential!!!
We enjoyed our stay at this hotel. The location was just fantastic as we're the staff. I liked the availability of bottled water and a washer and dryer. The only reason I didn't rate higher was because it didn't feel very clean. It wasn't dirty but just not as clean as it could be. The bathtub was a little stained, the towels didn't feel fresh (they were washed but not fresh) and the common areas needed a vacuum. Not the biggest concern just to be transparent for other travellers. Again the staff and location were spot on! The room was fine for all 4 of us.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: April 22, 2024
Tiara
Netherlands5 Reviews8.0“Decent”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Twin Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
The sheets on my bed had some stains on it, and the bath in the bathroom wasn't very clean either. I could definitely hear other guests in nearby rooms, but the hotel does have the policy of keeping quiet from 10 or 11 PM, and you can contact them if you experience any nuisance.
Staff was very friendly, the room was a decent size. The bed was comfortable, and the bathroom was good. The location is amazing; almost next to the bus stop and close to the metro as well. And it's in Myeongdong, so there is always shops, restaurants, sights, and fun activities nearby! There is also a nice roof terrace and lounge, which are freely accessible at all times.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: April 22, 2024
Ashley
United States of America5 Reviews2 helpful votes8.0“Great for getting around Seoul. Walking distance to market and attractions.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room - No Window
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Could have been cleaner, shower was dirty
Location
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: April 21, 2024
Consolacion
Guam20 Reviews1 helpful vote9.0“Highly recommended!”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Location, decent size and clean room, staff very helpful!
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: April 20, 2024
Musaeva
Australia2 Reviews10“Amazing service, small hotel and central location”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Standard Twin Room
- • Stayed 9 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
A very central location and the area is bustling with activity; the hotel was very comfortable, the room was spotless clean, including the bathroom; with a rooftop kitchen area with a kettle, a microwave, utensils and a small lounge area. You could also do self-service laundry. The staff was very friendly and helpful, we even got a tiny farewell gift (energy drink) and we could for free leave our luggage secure after we checked out. Also the hotel is small and homey, which was great, so it felt personal unlike huge hotels.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: April 19, 2024
黃蓉里
Taiwan1 review10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Travelers with friends
- • Standard Twin Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
No, everything was good.
Front desk clerk is so handsome! My friend is very like him.
Stayed in April 2024
