Gwangju W Lounge Hotel

The receptionist was a kind gentleman, and the location was good. That’s the only reason for the one star. The room was in awful shape, poorly maintained, and the bathroom was dirty, rundown, and still full of the previous guests’ mess. The bedding had stains, and the bedside lights were broken and looked like they could fall on our heads. There wasn’t a bedside table or an outlet near the bed. And the view from the room... I don’t even want to get started. We just wanted to leave the next morning. The photos make the place look quite nice, which makes it all the more disappointing that we got a room in such a catastrophic state. We’re traveling around the country, and this was the worst hotel we’ve stayed in. Such a shame.

For work in the business district, this is a good option, mainly because it costs less than other places nearby. The rooms are average, with a spacious bathroom but no bidet. There’s a Styler, which is a nice extra. A basic breakfast is available at the front desk: lunch box cup ramen, toasted bread, yogurt, and coffee beans.

I stayed in a standard room, which was clean, and the bathroom was neat too. It looks like the place was remodeled recently. The first-floor lounge, done in white tones, really stands out, and breakfast is provided. Opening the window is a bit awkward, but otherwise it was good :)