Published date: January 29, 2025
Best Location! Lounge Access in the Heart of Myeongdong! Perfect for Relaxing
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Experience of the stay
Amidst my busy daily life, I booked a plan with lounge access for a leisurely hotel stay. I could only go at night, but the quality of the food exceeded my expectations. The lovely night view and comfortable sofas created a happy atmosphere. This is a highly recommended hotel for those who want to enjoy shopping and skincare in Korea. The staff at the front desk speak fluent Japanese, so there are no language barriers. It's incredibly convenient. Right in front of the hotel, there's a Starbucks and Sushi-Ro. Olive Young is a 30-second walk. If you book twice, you can change to a twin room for an additional 33,000 won (about 3,600 yen). Toothbrushes are chargeable by law in Korea, so if you're particular, bring your own. Breakfast is on the same 21F floor as the lounge, and it tastes good simply because of the beautiful view. When I went at 8 AM, it was completely reserved for us.
Experiences during the trip
For dinner, we went to the famous crab restaurant, Agurangokkela. It’s not within walking distance, so we took a taxi. The front desk was very accommodating in arranging the taxi. I’ve had several crabs, but this is the best! All the side dishes are delicious, and the owner and his wife are very kind. Too kind, really. Their kindness is reflected in the flavors of the food. I will definitely go again! If you purchase at Olive Young, you can get duty-free on the spot by showing your passport. However, I completely forgot to put it in my checked luggage and it was confiscated at security (anything over 100ml). Everyone, please be careful. For my return to Incheon Airport, since we had a big group, we requested a large taxi from the hotel. The total, including highway fees, was 95,000 won (about 10,000 yen). If you have a large group and little luggage, I recommend this over trains or buses. The gym on B1F is free for guests.