Gakwonsa Temple

Good hotel stay near amenities

Sejong Hotel has lots to improve. 1) We stayed at a bigger twin room facing Namsan Tower. But what we didn't know is that it's also facing the road hence the traffic can be very noisy. Not for light sleepers. 2) There are daily worker strikes at the lobby and the entrance of hotel. The workers feel their dismissal during Covid was unfair hence they have been on strike to have their jobs back since then. I have to salute on their perseverance but aesthetically, not something you'd like to be welcomed every day. They start their campaign early morning and again, not for the light sleepers. 3) The hotel is located near the airport limo but as we had many times stayed in hotel located within Myeongdong shopping, we find the location a bit of a walk, especially after a day of sightseeing and shopping so choose what's important to you. 4) Room is big and dated. Expect some mold in bathroom. Bed and pillow too soft for comfort and gave us neck and back ache. You can open the window for ventilation but we called for help to do that as we're afraid the window might drop 11 storeys down. Housekeeping not entirely clean. Overall, Sejong Hotel is more like a big overpriced guesthouse. They might do better if they had employed more people.

We had excellent stay at the hotel. Room was not the biggest but reasonably comfortable for 4 people. Kids loved the bunkbed. There is a water dispenser in the room which is nice. The hotel provides microwave, plates and cutleries in the communal area. Owner and the staff were very nice, welcoming and accommodating. Great atmosphere overall. Location is right in the middle of myeongdong. Very conveniently located and close to 2 strain stations Would recommend