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Marigold Hotel, Seoul
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About the Hotel
112, Yanghwa-Ro, Mapo-Gu,
Seoul,
South Korea,
Seoul Special City
Marigold Hotel is located in Mapo-Gu, Seoul's vibrant center of art and culture. The hotel is a 5-minute walk from Hongik University, known for its eclectic art scene. It offers 186 individually furnished rooms equipped with modern amenities. Guests can enjoy features like private hot tubs and a full-service spa during their stay.
Location
Marigold Hotel's location in Mapo-Gu provides easy access to nearby attractions like Myeongdong Street and Insa-dong. Transportation options are abundant, making it easy to explore Seoul. Key universities and cultural sites are within close proximity, contributing to the area's lively atmosphere.
Rooms
Each room at Marigold Hotel is designed for comfort, featuring premium bedding and a private indoor hot tub. Amenities include air conditioning, a minibar, and a lounge area. Bathrooms are equipped with jetted bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. In-room entertainment is provided with flat-screen TVs and complimentary WiFi.
Eat & Drink
Dining at the hotel includes options at Kitchen Special One, which serves a mix of Italian and Japanese cuisine. Guests can also find a coffee shop, a bar/lounge on-site, and various meal options including buffet and à la carte selections. Room service is available to enhance convenience.
Leisure & Business
The hotel features a variety of recreational amenities, including a fitness center, sauna, and a full-service spa for relaxation. Business travelers can utilize the 24-hour front desk for fax and photocopying services, along with meeting facilities. Luggage storage and concierge services add to the convenience.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Car park
Luggage storage
24-hour services
24-hour reception
General
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
24-hour reception
Lift
Sports & Fitness
Exercise gym
Guest Parking
Refrigerator
Electric kettle
Dining
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Room features
Air conditioning
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Self-catering
Refrigerator
Electric kettle
Media
Flat-screen TV
Telephone
AM/FM alarm clock
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Location
112, Yanghwa-Ro, Mapo-Gu,
Seoul,
South Korea,
Seoul Special City
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112, Yanghwa-Ro, Mapo-Gu,
Seoul,
South Korea,
Seoul Special City
City landmarks
Park
Gyeongui Line Forest Park
960 m
Mall
Mecenatpolis Mall
640 m
Mall
Hyundai Department Store Sinchon
1.7
km
Museum
War and Women's Human Rights Museum
1.1
km
96-1 Hapjeong-dong
Jeoldusan Martyrs' Shrine
1.3
km
University
Yonsei University
2.0
km
Market
Dongjin Flea Market
1.3
km
University
Ewha Womans University
2.4
km
Park
Mangwon Hangang Park
2.2
km
Cemetery
Yanghwajin Foreign Missionary Cemetery
1.0
km
Stadium
Seoul World Cup Stadium
2.6
km
Park
Seon-Yudo
2.1
km
Mapo-gu
Sinchon
1.6
km
Museum
Seodaemun Museum of Natural History
3.1
km
University
Sogang University
2.3
km
Night club
Hangang
750 m
Night club
Rolling Hall
770 m
Nearby
Museum
Trickeye Museum Seoul
300 m
94 Wausan-ro
Hongik University Street
510 m
홍익로 3길 20 서교프라자 B1 러브뮤지엄
Love Museum
310 m
Park
Hongik Park
500 m
138-7
Ice Gallery
330 m
Event hall
Kt&g 상상마당
490 m
Night club
nb1 홍대
500 m
Night club
Club Cocoon
370 m
360-28 Seogyo-dong
Hongdae Mural Street 홍대벽화거리
500 m
12
Yoon's Color
500 m
Store
Gentle Monster Hongdae Flagship Store
500 m
Kakao Friends Shop
560 m
8
Uri Health Care Lab
570 m
Restaurants
Gusto Taco
930 m
41
Amma Indian Restaurant
130 m
371-4
Baeknyeon Tojong Samgyaetang
100 m
118
Hongdae Dakgalbi
270 m
32
Yoogane Dalkgalbi Hongdae 1-ho
270 m
109
Menya Sandaime
270 m
24 Hongik-ro 3-gil
Hi, Pasta Sea
340 m
36
Kyochon Chicken Hongdae Store
480 m
362-15
Honkaz
380 m
36-6
Shinseon Seolleongtang Hongdae
270 m
136
Nolboo Hongdae Store
290 m
354-2 Seogyo-dong
Reviews and Ratings
Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
64%
liked the hotel and would stay again
Great location
Polite service
Poor room conditions
Subpar dining
6.4/10
Nice
Rooms
6.5
Location
8.6
Service
6.2
Dining
5.5
Guest reviews
6.4/10
based on 10 reviews
7.8
7.8/10based on 1294 reviews
Johnny
United States,
June
2024
7.2/10
The hotel's location is fantastic, with convenient access to public transportation and close to attractions. The rooms were a bit dark even with all the lights on and featured some unusual design choices. The service was accommodating but had some inconsistencies. The dining experience was enjoyable with a mix of Western and Oriental dishes. The facilities were adequate but not outstanding.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were a bit dark even with all the lights on and had some weird design choices like a plastic chair and odd closet material. They were not very quiet.
Service
6.0
The staff at the reception desk were accommodating, but there were some inconsistencies, like being moved to a smaller room that was less clean with broken lamps.
Location
8.0
The location was wonderful, with easy access to public transportation and close to Hanging University. However, it may not be worth the price.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was fun and presented with flair by the waiter. There was a good variety of dishes for both Western and Oriental tastes.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were decent but nothing exceptional.
Don
United States,
March
2024
5.0/10
My stay at this hotel was a mixed experience. The room felt like an air-raid shelter, very old with super slow wifi and no shower curtain causing water to spill out, which was unexpected given the price paid. On the positive side, the room was clean and neat, but it got noisy with open windows as there was no air conditioning during cooler months.
Rooms
5.0
The room felt like an air-raid shelter, very old with super slow wifi and no shower curtain causing water to spill out. It was noisy with open windows due to no air conditioning during cooler months, but it was clean and neat.
Service
5.0
I had a disappointing experience with the service. The late-night staff were unhelpful and charged my reservation card without consent. The next day, they moved me to a smaller, less clean room with broken lamps and a view turned into darkness.
Location
8.0
The location was vibrant, great for city life enthusiasts. It was convenient for traveling around and very active day and night. Public transportation to tourist spots, like the 6002 bus line from the airport, was available in the area.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was below expectations. While advertised as a 30-item menu, I received mushroom soup, salad, and cooked rice. The waiter's presentation was entertaining, but for the room rate of over $100, the quality was very poor.
Facilities
5.0
The facilities were lacking, not meeting the desired standards. It was a disappointing stay in terms of the services and amenities provided.
Fred
United States,
March
2024
7.0/10
Staying at the hotel was a mixed experience. On the upside, the rooms were in good condition and very clean, with spacious bathrooms. However, the service was a bit lacking as we were moved to a smaller and less clean room with some broken amenities. The location, right in the heart of Hongdae, was a major highlight, offering convenience and a vibrant atmosphere. The dining experience fell short of expectations, but the hotel facilities were adequate.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were big, clean, and very comfortable, with a nice bed and a big TV.
Service
6.0
The service was friendly and helpful overall, but there were some issues with the room change and missing items.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location in the bustling Hongdae area was superb, with easy access to public transport and plenty of dining and shopping options.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was a mix of fun presentation but fell short in quality. Refreshments were enjoyable.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offered basic facilities, nothing extraordinary but sufficient for a comfortable stay.
David
United States,
March
2024
7.0/10
My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. The rooms were clean and spacious, with nice amenities like a double Jacuzzi and a heated toilet seat. However, the lack of ventilation and broken heater made the room stuffy and uncomfortably hot. The location was great, surrounded by food places and shopping spots, but the dining options were subpar for the price. The service was friendly and efficient, although they automatically charged my reservation card without asking. Overall, a decent stay marred by room comfort issues and dining quality.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were clean, spacious, and equipped with great amenities like a double Jacuzzi and a heated toilet seat. However, the lack of ventilation and broken heat at 29 degrees made the room stuffy and super hot during winter.
Service
8.0
The service was friendly and proficient in English, but they automatically charged my reservation card without my consent.
Location
9.0
The hotel is conveniently located in the heart of bustling Hongdae, with easy access to the subway and various dining and shopping options.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was subpar for the level of the hotel, with limited options for a room rate above $100. However, the presentation by the waiter was entertaining.
Facilities
6.0
The hotel facilities were decent, but not exceptional.
Andrea
United States,
February
2024
7.4/10
The hotel room didn't have an outward-facing window, making it very dark, but it was clean and spacious, possibly due to being newly built. The location in the heart of lively Hongdae was excellent with lots happening around. The room size was decent.
Rooms
7.0
The room was clean and spacious, but lacked an outward-facing window, giving it a dark and slightly funny smell.
Service
6.0
The staff helped carry my luggage and the late-night shift employees spoke English, but overall seemed a bit uninformed and automatically charged my reservation without confirmation of payment method.
Location
9.0
The hotel is located in the bustling area of Hongdae, near many restaurants, clothing shops, and makeup stores, and conveniently close to subway stations and the drop-off bus from ICN.
Dining
8.0
The set dish in the dining area was just placed in front of us, and the presentation by the waiter was entertaining. The food options catered to both Western and Oriental tastes.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were modern and functional, although nothing extraordinary.
Gerald
United States,
January
2024
5.0/10
I have mixed feelings about this hotel. The location was fantastic with plenty of nearby attractions, but the rooms left much to be desired. The service was inconsistent, and the dining options were not impressive. Overall, a decent stay but with some issues to consider.
Rooms
5.0
The room was spacious but not very cozy or welcoming. It lacked ventilation, and the broken heating made it uncomfortably stuffy and hot. It was also not cleaned on the last day, which was disappointing.
Service
5.0
The service was a bit hit or miss. While some staff members were polite, others came across as rude and impolite. It felt like we were being intentionally given a hard time.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location was quite central and offered a lot of possibilities around Hongdae. However, there were nearby attractions and conveniences, making it a good base to explore Seoul.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was really basic and less than appealing. The options were lousy, especially considering the room rate. However, the waiter's theatrical presentation somewhat made up for it.
Facilities
5.0
The facilities were nothing to write home about, with the hotel showing signs of being old and run down. The amenities were lacking compared to what one might expect, considering the price paid.
Great location
Poor room conditions
Michael
United States,
August
2023
6.6/10
The hotel room was spacious, but not very cozy or welcoming. It was not very clean, with mold in the bathroom. The room felt hot, the beds were hard, and there was only one outlet in the whole room. The TV and computer controls were all in Korean, making communication with the hotel staff difficult. Additionally, the room was a bit dark even with all the lights on.
Rooms
5.0
The room was indeed spacious but lacked coziness and cleanliness. The mold in the bathroom was a letdown. The room was uncomfortably warm with hard beds, limited electrical outlets, and language barriers with the staff. It also felt quite dark overall.
Service
8.0
The service was friendly and helpful. The staff, particularly those working the late night shift, were accommodating and polite. They could communicate in English, which was a bonus.
Location
9.0
The location was amazing, situated in the lively Hongdae area with plenty of inexpensive dining and shopping options. Being close to Hongdae station and local amenities made it very convenient for young adults like me.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was mixed. The presentation by the waiter was fun, but overall not very appealing. However, being in Hongdae made it easy to find alternative places to eat.
Facilities
5.0
The facilities were minimal. There were no notable amenities or standout features. The overall experience was average in this regard.
Arthur
United States,
July
2023
6.6/10
When I first entered the room, it seemed pretty impressive in size. Although the bed was uncomfortable and the lighting wasn't great, the space was decent enough. However, the absence of a table made it challenging for business travelers to work effectively. The hotel's location in Hongdae is the only standout feature, being right in the heart of the vibrant area. It's advisable to take the airport bus 6002 if you have large luggage. On the downside, there were cleanliness issues in some areas, notably black dirt marks behind the desk. The dining experience was subpar with set dishes offered haphazardly. Despite its shortcomings, the hotel's central location remains its biggest advantage.
Rooms
7.0
The room was spacious but lacked a proper workspace, and the bed was uncomfortable.
Service
7.0
The service was friendly overall, though language barriers at times led to misunderstandings.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location in Hongdae is its main highlight, being in the heart of the lively area.
Dining
5.0
The dining options were disappointing with lousy offerings for a hotel of this level.
Facilities
6.0
Basic facilities were available, but cleanliness could be improved.
Charlotte
United States,
July
2023
7.6/10
The hotel is located right next to the vibrant Hongdae area, offering a lively atmosphere with plenty of food and shopping options for young adults. The rooms are spacious and high-class but lacked sufficient outlets and had Korean controls. The service is top-notch, with friendly and helpful staff guiding guests effortlessly to tourist spots. The location is superb, just a 5-minute walk from Hongik University station, making it a convenient choice for exploring the city. However, there were noticeable dirt marks in some areas, impacting the overall cleanliness.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were very spacious and looked high class, but had limited outlets and Korean controls.
Service
9.0
The service was friendly and very helpful, making my stay comfortable and enjoyable.
Location
9.0
The hotel is in a great location next to the bustling Hongdae area, perfect for exploring the district and easily accessing the city via the subway.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was a mix, with a fun presentation but limited food options and below-par quality for the price.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities provided were satisfactory, offering basic amenities but lacking in some maintenance aspects.
Craig
United States,
July
2023
6.2/10
My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. The rooms were cozy and clean, with all the necessary hygiene products available in the bathroom, but I felt they could have utilized the space better. The room was not spotless, and it was uncomfortably hot. The beds were hard, there was only one outlet in the room, and I struggled with the Korean controls for the TV and computer, making it hard to communicate with the hotel staff.
Rooms
6.0
The rooms were clean but could have been better maintained. They were spacious, but I wished for a better layout to maximize the space.
Service
5.0
The service had its ups and downs. I was disappointed that my payment was automatically taken without consultation. Additionally, being moved to a smaller, less tidy room with broken amenities was not ideal. However, on a brighter note, some staff members were very nice and helpful during my stay.
Location
9.0
The location of the hotel was one of its best qualities. Being in the bustling Hongdae area offered plenty of options for exploration and entertainment. The proximity to Hongdae station, the university, and various shops made it very convenient for us. The area was vibrant, especially for young adults like me, with a plethora of affordable dining and shopping opportunities.
Dining
6.0
Dining at the hotel was a mix of experiences. While the presentation was entertaining and was a fun aspect, the food itself was less than appealing. However, being in Hongdae, known for its variety of dining options, made finding alternative places to eat easy.
Facilities
5.0
The facilities at the hotel were a bit lacking. While there were some amenities available, I felt that they could have been better maintained and more diverse to enhance the overall guest experience.
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