ION HOTEL Dongdaemun

Honestly, it was much better than I expected, incredible value for money. I really didn't anticipate this kind of environment or quality. The attitude and service quality were also very satisfying. It's much better value than where I stayed for the previous five days. The hygiene is excellent; I didn't check the opening date, but the furnishings and items feel very new. Plus, they've thought of everything you might need. The heating is also fantastic; it was warm as soon as I entered the room, even before I put the key card in. The bed is super comfortable too. I'll definitely stay here again next time. The surrounding facilities are also very comprehensive and it's not noisy. All in all, as a solo traveler, I had a very comfortable stay. The subway is also very close, just a few hundred meters, so it's not tiring even with luggage. 👍

They offer disposable toiletries, the hairdryer works well, and there's a place to hang coats. The mini-fridge has three bottles of water. Plus, there's a lighted makeup mirror, a smart toilet, and a heating system. The room door is smart and can be deadbolted. I'd definitely consider staying here again next time!

The room was a bit small, but cozy enough for two people. The uncle at the front desk was very kind; when I asked about self-service laundry, he personally showed me the way. We arrived at the hotel around 1:30 PM, and even though check-in was officially at 3 PM, they already had a room available for us. There's an airport shuttle and a subway station right outside, which is super convenient. GS25 and CU convenience stores are also just a short walk away, and there's a 7-Eleven and Mega Coffee right at the entrance. I'd definitely consider staying here again next time. It's close to Seongsu and Myeongdong, and you can even get a direct train with a seat to Gocheok Sky Dome for concerts. This was a great experience overall. The 24-hour soup restaurant outside is delicious, and the taiyaki (fish-shaped pastry) is a perfect treat given the excellent location!