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Lotte Hotel Seoul: Guest Reviews

5.0 of 5
1 Songong-dong Jung-gu, Seoul 100-070, South Korea
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Lotte Hotel Seoul
Ranked #4 of 369 hotels in Seoul
4.5 of 5 stars 750 Reviews
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Byron Bay, Australia
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
“A bit schizophrenic”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 February 2012

Great location ,close to all major attractions.Ultra modern rooms which don't quite cut it for practicality. Beautiful fittings and decorations-check out the lift ceilings! We stayed on club level which gave included drinks and substantial nibblies from 6.00pm to 8.00pm and a great b'fast .
No free wifi,which in a supposedly 5 star hotel is disappointing. Staff were very pleasant but really didn't quite get the whole service thing. lots of smiling and bowing but not much actual help.A beautiful foyer with classical pianists playing but nowhere to sit and enjoy except the very highly priced bars($19.00 for a coffee!) The in house restaurants are mega expensive, average quality and indifferently served. Better to eat out.

Room Tip: pot luck really. no exceptional views from anywhere. noise levels were good.
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  • Stayed February 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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Portland, Oregon
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35 reviews 35 reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
“Location”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 February 2012

It is in an excellent location, that is for sure. Right down town and connected to the subway. The restaurants are good and the breakfast was the standard, over-the-top Asian buffet. Be sure its included in your room rate. What I didn't like were the rooms, they were recently re-done and it seemed like they ordered too much furniture, had no place to put it and jammed it all into the room. Desks, vanities, settees, you name it, it was in there!

  • Stayed November 2011, travelled on business
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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SGrocks
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
“terrific”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 February 2012

Terrific hotel! Absolutely perfect service, and the highest level of hospitality.
The room was very modern, clean and comfortable.

Stayed February 2012, travelled on business
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Beijing
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27 reviews 27 reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
“Location, Location, Location”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 February 2012 via mobile

It's says 5 star but, more of a 4 star.

Rooms are clean a bit dated but, still very good. I agree the rooms are a bit sterile in appearance. We stayed in the new wing which was new at one time but, not now.

I found the staff great and they did smile even though some reviews said they didn't.

The big benefit of this hotel is location. Close to the famous shopping street.

no real complaints other than it is a little pricey for what you get. However, if your looking for a place near just about everything then this is the place to stay.

  • Stayed February 2012
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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London
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29 reviews 29 reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
“Rooms are flawless, but something is missing.”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 February 2012 via mobile
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I am writing this review from a room in the 20th floor of the main tower. The room is more or less flawless and clean. You can control everything (room dimmer, TV, alarm, etc) from the phone/pc device. Great shower pressure, good bathroom accessories, totally quiet, etc.

However, a few vital things to watch out for. The restaurants are very expensive (for me). The buffet, for instance, was £50 or $80. Try to look for equally good offerings around the hotel. Also, please keep in mind that this is a massive hotel with it's own shopping centre and even a museum!

Finally, I think having to pay $12 a day for wifi is a bit stingy. You can get it for free in the hotel if you try! Good luck!

  • Stayed February 2012
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Address: 1 Songong-dong Jung-gu, Seoul 100-070, South Korea
Price range (per night):* S$385 - 619

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