Gwangju Daein-dong Hotel Haru

Even on weekends, the price is in the mid-30,000 won range. There’s plenty you need nearby, even though downtown is a bit far. Haha. The rooms felt pretty cold, and there seem to be lots of people in their 20s around in the evenings.

I come here once a year, and after the remodel everything was perfect. The facilities felt like a good deal for the price. I tried the kimchi stew with frozen pork and the side dishes at the breakfast place someone recommended. Now I’ve been suffering from insect poisoning for three days. I’m hoping to digest the insect poison and get back to Incheon that evening. Phew.

The room was filthy. Hair was visible right away, and there was what looked like mold in the water cup. Even though it was supposed to be non-smoking, the cigarette smell was overwhelming, and the air purifier did nothing. Water also dripped from the air conditioner. The booking page showed no extra charge for consecutive nights, but they insisted there was one and charged me anyway, lol;; When I asked for a receipt, they said they couldn’t give me one. I can’t help wondering whether people praising this place are paid shills or just like suffering...

Breakfast is simple, just rice, soup, a few side dishes and a packet of ramen. The place is neat and clean, with an air purifier, a styler and a bathtub. Among the nearby motels, it seems to have the best facilities.