Published date: March 3, 2025
Great Value! Recommended Accommodations in the Rising Myeongdong Area
Room Type Stayed
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Experience of the stay
Choosing a hotel in Myeongdong can be challenging!
Just like in Tokyo, all hotels are expensive, and if you seek cleanliness on par with Japan, the options get narrower.
This time, the hotel I chose for my solo trip of 2 nights and 3 days in Korea turned out to be a "hit!"
Although I was worried about the slightly dated lobby, once I entered the room, it was spacious and comfortable, serving as a great base for a fulfilling trip.
■Pros
・The front desk staff can speak Japanese, so even those who are not confident in Korean or English can feel at ease.
・The room is more than spacious enough for one. You can spread out your suitcase comfortably.
・Only a shower, but it’s clean. The amenities smell great!
・The station and bus stop are nearby, making transportation convenient.
・There were no reviews about bedbug infestations, so I felt safe staying there.
■Points to note
・It takes about 15 minutes to Myeongdong, so it might be a bit far for those expecting to be right in front of Myeongdong Station.
・At night, the area around the hotel gets dark. Since it is also a nightlife area, those concerned about safety should be cautious.
I was satisfied with the good location and, above all, the quality of the accommodation for the price.
I would like to choose this place again for my next trip to Korea!
Experiences during the trip
Korea is just too small for one to eat out alone!
Here are some delicious places I visited this time!
■Photo 1: Jayond Sogumban
Location: Seongsu
A specialty bakery for salt bread located in Seongsu. There is only one type of salt bread on the menu!
Four freshly baked salt breads for about 1200 yen.
The exquisite salt bread, with its buttery aroma, is so delicious that you might end up eating one or two too many, especially when you are alone.
■Photo 2: Veteran
Location: Myeongdong (Lotte Basement)
A Michelin-starred restaurant serving Korean noodles called "Kal-guksu."
It is located in the food court of Lotte Department Store’s basement, making it easy to enter even alone.
I sat at the counter and ordered a set of Kal-guksu and Mandu (dumplings) for about 1200 yen.
The soup's taste is much stronger than Japan's udon, resembling more of ramen's broth.
The aroma of sesame oil and the rich broth clings to the slippery noodles, resulting in an addictive flavor.
The Mandu is also delicious, so you should definitely check it out if you’re having trouble deciding what to eat!