Sejong Hotel Seoul Myeongdong

I booked it because it was for three people and it met my requirements. I had heard about the entrance beforehand, so I wasn't surprised. Buses from the airport stop in front, convenient. The buildings and equipment were old. However, there was a bathtub, washlet, and it was not so much a four-star as it was quite good for the price

We arrived at the hotel to be met by piles of junk inside the front door and what appeared to be protesters camping outside. We were ignored by the reception staff for some time. They seemed to prefer to deal with Korean people first over us “foreigners”. The hotel is extremely dated and tatty. Needs a good paint and new carpets. The nicest and friendliest member of staff was the lady who cleaned our room every day. We loved Seoul and were out and about so thankfully didn’t have to spend much time in the hotel.

I have never stayed in a hotel that made me want to leave the moment I walked in, but this was a first. It was an incredibly disappointing and frustrating experience from start to finish. The reservation was made by my friend. The Room & Facilities The hotel is severely outdated. The furniture and equipment look like they haven’t been replaced in decades. • Hygiene: The bedsheets had visible black stains and even holes in them. The towels were so dirty I didn't even dare to touch them. • Air Conditioning: Despite setting the thermostat to 10°C, the room remained uncomfortably warm. The AC simply does not work. • Soundproofing: Non-existent. I could hear every footstep in the hallway and every door opening nearby. I could even hear the neighbors laughing and talking since 5am as if they were in the same room as me. • Amenities: The TV was an ancient model that barely functioned. Service & Management Since I checked in at 3:00 AM, I waited until the next morning to ask the front desk for a complete change of bedding. I specifically requested everything be replaced with fresh linens. However, when I returned that evening, nothing had changed. It was the exact same stained, torn sheet. To make matters worse, the front desk staff were incredibly rude. They showed zero politeness and offered no help whatsoever. Final Verdict I tried to give this hotel a chance by staying a second night, hoping things would improve, but they didn't. I eventually couldn't take it anymore and checked out one night early. The staff just ordered me to pass him the key and did not check when is my check out date and how was my stay. Do yourself a favor and stay anywhere else but