Lotte City Hotel Hotels in Seoul

I read other reviews and decided to book this because of raving reviews on its location. That said, perhaps the expectations were high, thus I wasn’t too impressed by the location. Factually though: 3 mins to airport limousine, 15 mins to myeongdong shopping. The lift was particularly slow, especially when we were on high floor. Services of the staff were excellent though. Attending to our requests very well. Overall, if you don’t mind lugging the goods for a good 15-20 mins from central myeong dong street, this hotel is great. It is also near to cafes and restaurants.

The hotel is suitable for a layover but the price is too high for what you’re getting. A lot of hotels in Seoul have extreme notions about their hotel and the prices they charge and this hotel is no exception. The room is a decent size and it’s close to the airport. The staff were friendly.

Room was comfortable. Location-not near the attractions but I like that there is a Lotte supermarket at the basement. Stayed here towards the last leg of our trip and I was able to buy Korean snacks and grocery items on our last day. It was hard to get a taxi/uber, spent 30mins trying to get one (drivers cancelled) in the end took subway to get to Seoul station to take train to airport. I suggest just taking the “slow” train at the subway below Lotte Hotel Mapo that goes directly to the airport terminals. I didn’t know this and had prebooked arex train at Seoul Station. Overall good hotel and staff were polite and nice. Would stay here again if I go back to Seoul.

We are regulars here. Often used as a home base in Seoul for its cheap and cleanliness option. We love the filtered areas on each floor. Amenities are not what is used to be but still good enough. The breakfast is worth the money.