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The First Stay Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Seoul Botanical Garden

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Deluxe Double Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Reception
Executive Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Front of property

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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23, Magokdong-ro 4-gil, Gangseo-gu, Seoul, 07803
  • Place, Seoul Botanical Garden
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Heojun Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Juyeong Bowling Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Seoul (GMP-Gimpo Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Double Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • City view
  • 249 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 249 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 285 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room | View from room

Deluxe Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 285 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Suite, Corner | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, Corner

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 391 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Executive Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 463 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Family Room

  • 320 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Handicap Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Twin Suite

  • Sleeps 3

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Corner Twin Suite

  • Sleeps 3

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Family Room

  • Sleeps 3

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About the neighborhood

Seoul

Located in Gangseo-gu, The First Stay Hotel is within a mile (2 km) of popular sights such as Seoul Botanical Garden and LG Arts Centre. This 209-room, 3-star hotel has conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and a 24-hour business center.

What's nearby

  • Seoul Botanical Garden - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Heojun Museum - 4 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Juyeong Bowling Center - 5 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Gyeongbokgung Palace - 25 min drive - 12.0 miles
  • Namdaemun Market - 27 min drive - 10.9 miles

Getting around

  • Balsan Station - 3 min walk
  • Haengsin Station - 11 min drive
  • Gimpo Intl. Airport (GMP) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪봄이보리밥 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪샤브20 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪경아식당 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Frais Berry - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪탄탄면공방 - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The First Stay Hotel

Hotel with free parking, near Seoul Botanical Garden
Guests of The First Stay Hotel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour business center, and microwave in a common area. If you drive, put free parking to good use. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with luggage storage, securing valuables, and concierge services. Additional amenities include a computer station, laundry facilities, and local meal delivery service.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and LED TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and slippers, and beds sport premium bedding. Washing machines, refrigerators, and stovetops are other standard amenities.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 14 floors
  • Built in 2017
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Renovated guestrooms - March 2024

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Meal delivery service
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heated floor
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Printer
  • Safe
  • Washing machine
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 1 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for KRW 44000 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.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: KRW 44000 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 and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-1 AM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 20
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.

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 and cash.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

LUCE BRIDGE HOTEL Seoul
LUCE BRIDGE Seoul
LUCE BRIDGE

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The First Stay Hotel?

The First Stay Hotel offers free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do around The First Stay Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Gangseo-gu within a short 16-minute walk of Seoul Botanical Garden and also 17 minutes on foot from LG Arts Centre. You'll also find Lotte Mall Gimpo Airport and Gocheok Sky Dome within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The First Stay Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking and electric car charging are also available for guests.

Does The First Stay Hotel feature a casino?

No, The First Stay Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The First Stay Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The First Stay Hotel?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include a meal delivery service, premium bedding, and heated floors.

Does The First Stay Hotel have a hot tub?

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

Does The First Stay Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, The First Stay Hotel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will The First Stay Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The First Stay Hotel though service animals are welcome.

Does The First Stay Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to The First Stay Hotel?

The closest major airport to The First Stay Hotel is Gimpo Intl. Airport (GMP), which is 3 mi away (17 minutes by car). Another top airport is Incheon Intl. Airport (ICN), which is located 27.4 mi away (39-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The First Stay Hotel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The First Stay Hotel.

The First Stay Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 353 out of 722 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 247 out of 722 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 66 out of 722 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 722 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 722 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

alejandra

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff were always very friendly and helpful, the room was always clean, the only thing I would have liked was for the mattress to be more comfortable a the pillows higher.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

amy

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room and nice staff
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rianne

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

Great stay!

Very nice hotel staff, welcoming. Room was very clean and spacious. I was provided extra towels and water. Very nice to have microwave, hot water, and cold water dispensers though a bit of a hassle to have to leave the room to get it.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebz

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

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Garrett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 28 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zhuosi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Mi

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

amy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I always appreciated the cleanliness, friendliness, and convenient transportation facilities.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Wonjung

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sungwoo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
so clean and best value for money in Seoul definitely.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mun, centreville

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ji

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean, great location
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Byung-Jin

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Many choice for food,easy access to subway.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charley

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

kee

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
there are mini bar and laundry in the room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

amy

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like most of service
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Christine, Regina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good location. Easy to get to Gimpo airport.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaeseon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
staffs are very kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elijah

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Asset

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
No breakfast in the hotel, so had to look around. Since it was November the ac has been switched off centrally, and it was so hot, not a pleasant experience.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Sung-An

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

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