LOOP Seoul Hotel Retreat by Anook Seoul Gangnam 1

The space was just right for one person. It was very quiet, and I was able to relax and sleep well. Although it's close to the station, there was an uphill slope on the way, so I think it might be difficult for someone with a lot of luggage. Having a convenience store nearby was really great.

The location is super convenient. There's an elevator directly from Exit 3 of Yeoksam Station, which is very handy. It's about a 5-10 minute walk to the hotel, and while there's an uphill section, I didn't find it too inconvenient. The entire hotel smells lovely and feels comfortable. I stayed in a single bunk bed, and the space was a bit small – I couldn't fully stretch my legs. However, having a private locker was very useful. On the downside, there aren't many shared toilets or hair dryer stations; it gets crowded with just two people, and three people at once is extremely cramped! As for the trash, it really depends on the guests... I can only say it was overflowing, probably needing to be emptied twice a day, including in the restrooms and common areas. By the way, if you're just looking for a place to sleep, I think it's good value for money. But if you're particular about common areas, you might want to reconsider.

The location is a bit far from the MRT station, and it's uphill, which is a little inconvenient. Although the room is small, it has everything you need, and the amenities provided are very generous. The TV is large, and there's a Bluetooth speaker for playing music. There's also a microwave in the room. Plus, there's a large public bath available on the basement floor. In short, apart from the inconvenient location, everything else deserves a 5-star rating.

Pros: - New and clean - Room has a large fridge and microwave, which is convenient - Free bottled water available on the 1st floor - Has a public bath - Within walking distance of both the bus stop and the station - Sofa and table make it easy to eat in the room Cons: - Toilet paper cannot be flushed - QR code generation is required to use the public bath, but it's unclear how to do it - Only one key card is provided - Room cleaning seems to be between 4-5 PM, and I was told they couldn't clean because I was in the room. -> The next day, it was past 5 PM and the room still hadn't been cleaned. I had to ask them to clean it then, but they only emptied the trash and refilled towels! Toilet paper wasn't refilled either.

I had the worst experience ever. I strongly advise women not to go there. The spa itself was good, but it closes at midnight. I went slightly over time, and as I was rushing to get dressed in the changing room, a man in a suit, who seemed to be the owner, walked in at 12:03 AM and saw me in my underwear from up close. I never imagined a man would enter, and with just the two of us, all I felt was terror. I quickly got dressed and fled the scene. I heard 'Excuse me' in Japanese from behind me, as if he had been waiting, but I was too scared to even make eye contact and just ran. I stayed in a capsule, and the men's rooms were on the same floor. The women's changing room was made of glass and completely visible from the outside. I was constantly on edge. Even during check-in, a male staff member brazenly entered the women's changing room to explain things, standing right in front of the lockers. While I can overlook some things for a cheaper price, this place goes too far. I will never stay here again. Given the circumstances, there's a real possibility of habitual peeping, so women, please be extremely careful.

The location is convenient; it's a short walk down a slope to the main street of Gangnam. The hotel is very comfortable with spacious rooms and a cozy bed (just be careful not to bump into the sharp wooden edges under the bed when getting in or out). It also features a small sofa, a balcony, a large fridge, and a microwave. The toilet and shower are separate, and there's also a public bathhouse downstairs. It wasn't crowded, so I could relax and enjoy it. It's a very comfortable place, and I was so reluctant to check out. It would have been even better if the washing machine in the room wasn't broken, so I wouldn't have had to go down to the common area for laundry (even though it's free).

The location is good, even walkable from the Gangnam area. However, it seems the bedding isn't changed even for consecutive nights. Only the towels are replaced daily without a locker. I wonder if they're just left open... This time, I found someone else's sock between the sheets, and the toilet paper ran out in the middle of the night. It was just a bit off. Is one of the women's showers broken? I wish they'd put up instructions for the washing machine.

The room was quite comfortable, and the hotel was pleasant. There were some issues with cleanliness, but overall it was okay. The service was also decent, though I wouldn't say it was super. Whenever I went down to ask for a manager's help, they were never there, and for most questions, the answer was always "I don't know." Last night, there was another man, presumably a different manager, who did help me. Overall, for the price and location, it's a good choice. If I were to come again, I'd keep it in mind but would probably look for something else. All in all, a good hotel.

The facilities were very clean overall, probably because it's a newer property. The sinks and toilets, being used by many people, inevitably had some hair, but it was perfectly fine if you just needed a place to sleep. There were also large lockers, and I personally wasn't bothered by the noise around me. The dining area was also a nice touch! They even offered free breakfast. However, while check-in is supposed to be self-service, I, like others have mentioned in reviews, couldn't get it to work. I only managed to check in by showing my passport to a staff member who happened to be passing by.