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The May Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Myeongdong Street

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Premium Double Room | Down comforters, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Parking
Front of property
Hallway

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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10, Supyo-ro 26-gil, Seoul, Seoul, 03139
  • Place, Insa-dong
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cheonggyecheon
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Myeongdong Street
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Seoul (ICN-Incheon Intl.)
    ‪78 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room | Down comforters, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium Double Room | Down comforters, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Premium Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room | Down comforters, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room | Down comforters, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Down comforters, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Suite Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3

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Down comforters, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Down comforters, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Premium Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Down comforters, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3

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Down comforters, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Royal Suite Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Seoul

Located in Jongno-gu, The May Hotel is within a mile (2 km) of popular sights such as Myeongdong Street and Myeongdong Cathedral. This 61-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk.

What's nearby

  • Insa-dong - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cheonggyecheon - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Gwangjang Market - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Myeongdong Street - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Myeongdong Cathedral - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Jongno 3-ga Station - 5 min walk
  • Seoul Station - 10 min drive
  • Incheon Intl. Airport (ICN) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Play Moxy - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪노가리마켓 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bar Moxy - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪종로빈대떡 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Moxy Pickup - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The May Hotel

Hotel with free breakfast, near Myeongdong Street
Front-desk staff are standing by 24/7 to assist with any requests.
62-inch flat-screen TVs come with digital channels and Netflix, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and slippers, and beds are dressed in down comforters. Free local calls are also available. Change of towels is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (37 inch wide door)
  • Grab bar near toilet (26 inches high)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 62-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Sunday:
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Property payment types

Important information

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, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 19
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

The May Hotel Hotel
The May Hotel Seoul
The May Hotel Hotel Seoul

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of The May Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Jongno-gu within a short 15-minute walk of Myeongdong Street and also 15 minutes on foot from Myeongdong Cathedral. You'll also find Bukchon Hanok Village and Gwanghwamun within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The May Hotel?

No, there isn't parking available at the hotel.

Does The May Hotel include a casino on the premises?

No, The May Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The May Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is The May Hotel good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include a down comforter, a separate bath and shower, and Netflix.

Are there hot tubs at The May Hotel?

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

Does The May Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

The May Hotel offers free self-serve breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will The May Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at The May Hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at The May Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from The May Hotel?

The closest major airport to The May Hotel is Gimpo Intl. Airport (GMP), which is 16 mi away (53 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at The May Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The May Hotel.

The May Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 109 out of 261 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 88 out of 261 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 261 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 261 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 261 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room Convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lindsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay as as solo traveler. The staff were polite and able to communicate with me in English. I enjoyed the mattress and had excellent sleep. The water was hot and the pressure in the shower was excellent . My only critique was the lack of counter space . The bathroom is very spacious but not much counter space which I thought was unique. Nevertheless for the price point I believe this is great value for money .
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adriana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The May Hotel is centrally located within walking distance to many shopping areas recommended as must see in Seoul. The rooms are on the smaller size but are very clean. Staff are very attentive and having breakfast included is a great perk.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and the bed was comfortable. Shower was nice. Very close to multiple metro stops and walkable to several tourist areas abs streets. I was shocked at the value of this hotel. Also, staff was really helpful and friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

KUAN WAI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hector

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s a convenient place. I loved the location and the walkability to the many bars, restaurants, and shops. My room was surprisingly beautiful but I did have the best suite. I don’t know how the lesser rooms look like. But my room had a kitchen and massive bathroom with a tub and an isolated shower… However, it’s not for everyone. The location might bother some guests because it’s hidden in a dark corner street and the lobby looks like a front desk at an auto garage shop. Breakfast is included but it’s simple with sausage and eggs as an option. … But I personally loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alesha

Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

La Toria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

fiona

Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Albert

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was dirty both in the room and in the restaurant. Definitely not recommended unless you want a very budget hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Belise

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay and enjoy real korean life. Easy access to downtown. If you want a western vibe, dont stay here, otherwise this place is great. Close to everything but away from noise. The staff is super friendly and the hotel.is surrounded by pure korean lige and food.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

LAN

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is old , dark , dirty hotel. The room has huge bath tub but such waste of space. They should use this space for sink, closet and cabinet . The whole hotel is dark and gloomy , the breakfast was so basic and is served in the basement where it smells of sewage . I could not wait to get out of there
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
I really liked the area around the hotel. It is very vibrant but not too loud. You’re in the middle of the city and walking distance from a lot. Location is the best part. The room itself was also pretty nice. I would say the most awkward thing about it was the bathroom is in kind of the same open format as a walkin shower so you can hear everything. So maybe not the best for privacy but for the price and location I think it was pretty good.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shahn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super quiet in the day time but comes to life at night. Walking distance from lots of attractions.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julianna

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Peter James

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Nataliya, Oak Ridge

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Hoa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is clean, staffs are friendly, breakfast is wonderful
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher, Paignton

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Smart modern room with some stylish features. Lacking a safe and some extra plug sockets. Good to have included breakfast with nice options. Staff very friendly and hotel is in great location for getting around the city.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Laura

Traveled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good room, nice area

The room was lovely. The bed comfortable and the room smart. The bathroom offered little privacy which might not be ideal for some people. The breakfast was free and in a basement. However we saw the guy serving go to the toilet (to which the door was open to the dining room) with his gloves on and not change his gloves after. Gloves are very unhygienic when combined with such behaviour. This was quite off putting! The room was noisy at times due to people shouting late at night and building work in a nearby building in early morning. But it wasn’t too bad. None of the tours would pick up from this hotel we had to travel to Myengdong
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025