Hwagok Hotel

For the price, I was satisfied with the stay. The room was in fairly good shape compared with the surrounding business district, and the staff were friendly. Valet parking was available, too. The station is fairly close, with a food alley behind the property. Just be aware that opening the window in the early morning lets in some noise.

I keep coming back because I've stayed here for a long time and used to find it comfortable. The bedding was once really nice, but now it smells of other people and feels damp. I'm not sure if they stopped changing it. The upkeep has become a mess: amenities are sometimes missing, the toilet may not drain, and there can be urine splashes left in the toilet or a clogged bathroom. In winter, the heat is either off or barely on. These days, the place feels like a total disaster.

The room is clean and nice, with a deluxe feel, and valet parking makes things convenient. The bathtub in the shower room is spacious, but the main shower head is rusty. I'd appreciate it if it were replaced.

This was the worst place I've ever stayed. There was a big sign by the elevator that seemed to say they follow hygiene standards, yet water was dripping onto the floor. I wiped it with a tissue and was left thinking, “Wow, yuck, what a shock.” I also felt that the male and female staff really need to learn proper etiquette when dealing with people. If I have to stay somewhere, this would be my last choice.