AC Hotel by Marriott Seoul Geumjeong

The price was very reasonable, and food and the train are both an easy 10-minute walk away. The city is walkable, and Gangnam is about 40 to 50 minutes away. I hadn’t realized when booking that this was in another town south of Seoul. The rooftop has a lovely infinity glass pool that’s warm enough to swim in, plus plenty of tables and chairs for eating or hanging out. Check-in on the 22nd floor is a pretty different setup.

The Level 21 AC Kitchen was a nice place to unwind after a long workday, with tasty food and good beers. Staff were friendly and professional, and they communicated well in English, which made the stay comfortable. It was easy to get around Seoul without relying on taxis, thanks to the nearby train and metro station. The hotel itself has a modern, comfortable feel. Rooms have an open, transparent design with city views, but you can lower the curtains for more privacy. Check-in is on the 22nd floor, while the guest rooms are on lower floors, which gives the hotel a distinctive layout. Good value for money, with a convenient location and a comfortable setting. I’d recommend it to anyone visiting Seoul.

I stayed two days for business and worked from the hotel without any Wi-Fi problems. The staff were really friendly and helpful. The rooms were modern and very clean, among the cleanest I’ve seen at AC hotels around the world. There are plenty of restaurants, cafes, and 24-hour convenience stores nearby. Geumjeong station is an easy walk, and there’s a bus stop right in front. Great place for the price.

Getting to the train station is easy, and the traditional market is only a short walk away. The hotel itself is basic but comfortable and modern, and the staff are friendly and helpful. If you’re a light sleeper, though, this may not suit you. There’s a lot of train noise and the hotel isn’t sound insulated. Also, if you’re a Platinum member or higher, you only get free breakfast once during your entire stay. That was new to me 😠