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aFIRST Hotel Myeongdong

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with free parking connected to a shopping center in Seoul

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Exterior detail
Fitness studio
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Lobby
Interior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Gym
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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131, Myeong-dong, Jung-gu, Seoul, 04522
  • Place, Seoul City Hall
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Myeongdong Street
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Namdaemun Market
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Seoul (ICN-Incheon Intl.)
    ‪77 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Double Room

  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Twin Room

  • 270 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Triple Room (with Bathtub) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Triple Room (with Bathtub)

  • 282 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Twin Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Twin Room

  • 271 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Family Room

  • 297 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Twin Room (Providing T-shirts) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Twin Room (Providing T-shirts)

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Premier Twin Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Premier Twin Room

  • 270 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Premier Double Room

  • 270 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premier Deluxe Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Premier Deluxe Room

  • 270 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Premier Triple Room

  • 270 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Premier Family Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Premier Family Room

  • 270 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

[Wine Romance PKG] Double Room

  • 270 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Seoul

AFIRST Hotel Myeongdong places you in Myeong-dong, within a leisurely stroll of popular sights such as Myeongdong Street and Namdaemun Market. This 140-room, 4.5-star hotel has a 24-hour gym along with free in-room WiFi and free self parking. It's connected to a shopping center in central Seoul, and also a short walk from Seoul City Hall and Myeongdong Cathedral.

What's nearby

  • Seoul City Hall - 4 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Myeongdong Street - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Namdaemun Market - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Gwanghwamun - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Gyeongbokgung Palace - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Euljiro 1-ga Station - 4 min walk
  • Seoul Station - 19 min walk
  • Gimpo Intl. Airport (GMP) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪용금옥 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪태성골뱅이 紳士 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪초류향 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪영덕막회 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪My Boss Is Watching - ‬1 min walk

About this property

aFIRST Hotel Myeongdong

Luxury hotel with free parking connected to a shopping center in Seoul
At aFIRST Hotel Myeongdong, guests have access to a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and conference space. Free parking is available if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with concierge services, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this luxury hotel include a business center, a computer station, and free newspapers.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds are dressed in premium bedding. Refrigerators, minibars, and coffee makers are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: KRW 16,500 for adults and KRW 16,500 for children
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • ROOFTOP GLAMPING

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 323 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 10 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for KRW 33000.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately KRW 16500 for adults and KRW 16500 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: KRW 33000.0 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 19
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at aFIRST Hotel Myeongdong?

AFIRST Hotel Myeongdong offers free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do close to aFIRST Hotel Myeongdong?

This hotel is situated in Myeong-dong within a 10-minute walk of Myeongdong Street and Seoul City Hall. You'll also find Namdaemun Market and Gyeongbokgung Palace less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at aFIRST Hotel Myeongdong?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does aFIRST Hotel Myeongdong have a casino at the property?

No, aFIRST Hotel Myeongdong doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at aFIRST Hotel Myeongdong?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is aFIRST Hotel Myeongdong a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include a minibar, premium bedding, and bathrobes.

Are there hot tubs at aFIRST Hotel Myeongdong?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does aFIRST Hotel Myeongdong feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, aFIRST Hotel Myeongdong serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at ROOFTOP GLAMPING.

Will aFIRST Hotel Myeongdong allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at aFIRST Hotel Myeongdong.

Are there connecting rooms at aFIRST Hotel Myeongdong?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from aFIRST Hotel Myeongdong?

The closest major airport to aFIRST Hotel Myeongdong is Gimpo Intl. Airport (GMP), which is 14.2 mi away (45 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at aFIRST Hotel Myeongdong?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at aFIRST Hotel Myeongdong.

aFIRST Hotel Myeongdong Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 223 out of 461 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 195 out of 461 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 461 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 461 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 461 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Pauline

Liked: Staff & service
Good central location, but was not informed of the hotel name change and address -- causing major inconvenience of time in finding the place and cost of taxi transportation. Some hotel amenities were of poor quality. And, room was too small. On the positive, two ladies of the hotel front staff were good/helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2019

6/10 Okay

Anne

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

11 days stay -27 Nov to 8 Dec.

Front desk reception had a stun face, dont feel welcome on my first day, even on my check out day. The house keeping opened/shut the doors and it was very obvious that they were doing their job. Knew that on our days we wanted to sleep in late but 9am is the max you will be able to tolerate with all the banging and loud talking. Bed sheets were not changed thru out the 11 days we stayed. If you are opting long stay, they only provided you with their so call special treatment ie a banana and apple on first day. Only one small tube of shower gel, lotion, shampoo and conditioner were given each day miserably. Place is near Myeongdong eating street. Drinking/restaurants are nearby proximity. Can be quite noisy late night. We stayed on 7th floor. Room was quite dusty and we kept sneezing each time we make our bed. From Euljuki (1) subway, take exit 1.
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, cleanliness and friendly front desk staff.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Satish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location and very comfortable and clean

Great location. Easy to get to metros and airport bus service. Close to many restaurants and walking distance to all local attractions and markets. Clean, comfortable and quiet. Many coffe houses close and opposite so dont need to worry about breakfast. Would highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Krystal, Singapore

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Convenient, cozy and clean :) there are water dispensers on every floor which is really good and free flow of bottled water at the lobby (though it was always out of stock). The area is a comfortable walking distance to Euljiro 1-ga subway and myeongdong. The area is filled with supper places so no shortage of local joints for food (and 3 convenience stores) though the area outside the hotel may get a little noisy as there are drunk groups after dinner. We had a problem with our hot water pressure and it wasn't fixed for 2 nights (really annoying) and even though the technician was really nice and apologetic and tried his best to help us - was perplexed why they didn't bother fixing it in the day when we informed them. The hotel can also order take away Nene fried chicken for a small fee and that was a really nice touch! All in all, had a good stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Troy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Thanh

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was very clean and the room cleaning service was excellent. They restock us on amenity everyday. The bed was super comfy and the blanket was like sleeping on a cloud. The hotel smell great and the elevator was quick and smooth. The staffs also helped us call the taxi which was so helpful because the language barrier was a huge problem when trying to communicate to the taxi drivers. Hotel is not too far from the shopping district like a 5 min walk away. The only cons are that the pillows are too flat so I got neck pain in the morning and the lowest temp in the room was 25°. Regardless of what temp you set the control setting is ultimately up to the hotel. Overall We would come back again. Ohh and the coffee shops near the hotel is soo good
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ignatius, Hong Kong

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Locate within business area but with walking distance to most of the fabulous seoul sightsighting points. Small contemporary hotel with sincere servicing.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
AFirst is truly a five star in terms of service and cleanliness. Location is tucked away in the less busy area of myeongdong but surrounding areas are very safe and lively at night. I was truly impressed by the eagerness of the staff to help out with our enquires and were always polite and friendly. There was an incident where I thought I had threw away my T-money card in the garbage after checking out. We ran back to the hotel hoping to catch house keeping before they clean our room but the lady had already combined all our garbage with the other rooms. The cleaning lady didn’t mind and helped me dig through the garbage together which I really appreciated and she even kept looking after I gave up. I truly appreciate Afirst service very much and I definitely will return again. Thank you so much!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very nice and clean hotel, good location

Overall a nice a clean hotel. Everything was great. Very new and modern feeling to the hotel. Clean and good service. I would be sure to ask for a quiet room because it seems that during busy times, it may get loud. But overall, everything was great. I would definitely stay again. It's also less than a five minute walk from a popular strain station
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
aFirst Hotel Myeongdong is located in a very nice part of Seoul, close to many metro stations, yet away from the noise.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Khoo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is fantastic in a quieter part of town, but still very accessible to the bustling Myeongdong, and close to multiple subway stations. Room is clean, with sufficient space for the three of us. Thumbs up to the front desk who helped with printing, booking cabs, providing umbrellas etc. A minor point to highlight is that the shuttle bus is no longer in service. Unfortunately the hotel website has not been updated of this yet. Overall, I would happily return to stay in this hotel the next time I am in town.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Good for the price

Really good price for the location. The first night however the temperature in my room was at 28 degrees, even though I had it set at 20. Had to go down to the lobby at 2 in the morning to let them know. It did seem better after that. That's my only main complaint. Everything else was fine. Even a half decent workout room, just need heavier weights.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

S.C, Tokyo

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient, less than 5 min walk from the station. Lotte department store is right across the street. The rooms are clean, staffs are very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location near lots of food places. Was quite busy though so there was a lot of noise outside late at night/early morning. Good facilities and friendly staff, very welcoming. Bathroom layout was a bit weird with the door, but the amenities were good. Laundry available.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Things I like about is location that close to subway & bus station. So easy to travelling around the city. Staffs are helpful and be pleased to serve good service. There are bunch of restaurant around. All great~!!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

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