Myeongdong Merlin Hotel (couple trip)
Myeongdong Merlin Hotel is 72% Couple-Friendly
What are the highlights at Myeongdong Merlin Hotel (couple trip)?
- Boutique heated-floor rooms with in-room DVD for cozy nights.
- Free Wi-Fi, lobby coffee, and guest kitchenette for flexible stays.
- Walking distance to Namsangol Hanok Village, Myeongdong shopping, and street food alleys.
- Easy subway access via Chungmuro and Euljiro 4-ga stations.
How Couple-Friendly is Myeongdong Merlin Hotel?
Rooms feature pillow-top beds, heated floors, Frette sheets, LED TV and DVD player for cosy evenings, and Namsangol Hanok Village 540 m away makes romantic strolls; lack of spa keeps score below top.
Considerations for visiting Myeongdong Merlin Hotel (couple trip)
Good match for:
- Culture-seeking Couples: 8-minute walk to Namsangol Hanok Village for hanbok photos and tea ceremonies.
- Shop-and-Eat Duos: 15-minute stroll to Myeongdong’s street stalls and boutiques for snacks and cosmetics.
- Budget-minded Couples: Cozy heated-floor rooms and free amenities from $65/night in central Seoul.
Things to keep in mind:
- Luxury Spa Seekers: No on-site spa, pool, or sauna; consider hotels with full wellness facilities.
- Late Arrivals: Front desk closes at midnight; notify hotel if arriving after 9 pm to arrange check-in.
Transport & Nearby Access
Chungmuro Station: 420m (5 min walk)
Lines 3 & 4 – direct to Insadong and Dongdaemun shopping.
Euljiro 4(sa)ga Station: 470m (6 min walk)
Lines 2/3/5 – connects to Gangnam, Hongdae, and Gwanghwamun.
Couple-Friendly Activities around Myeongdong Merlin Hotel
Namsangol Hanok Village: 540m (7 min walk)
Restored traditional houses with gardens.
Tip: Rent a hanbok nearby for memorable photos.
Myeongdong Shopping Street: 1.2 km (15 min walk)
Bustling street food stalls and cosmetics shops.
Tip: Try tteokbokki and hotteok at night stalls.
Gwangjang Market: 830m (11 min walk)
Historic food market known for bindaetteok and bibimbap.
Tip: Visit the second-floor food alley at lunch to avoid crowds.
N Seoul Tower: 1.6 km (20 min walk)
Iconic tower with a panoramic viewing deck.
Tip: Book cable car tickets online to skip long lines.
Map of Myeongdong Merlin Hotel
Address: 245 Toegye-ro, Chungmuro 5(o)-ga, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
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How to get to Myeongdong Merlin Hotel:
From Incheon Airport, take the AREX to Seoul Station, transfer to Subway Line 4 to Chungmuro Station, then a 6-min walk to the hotel.
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Couple-Friendly Hotel Facilities
Free facilities in Myeongdong Merlin Hotel:
Wi-Fi:
Complimentary high-speed internet in rooms and public areas.
Lobby Coffee & Tea:
Free coffee and tea available in the lobby 24/7.
Guest Kitchenette:
Microwave and refrigerator accessible to all guests.
In-room Entertainment:
DVD player and LED TV provided for movie nights.
Paid or on request with possible fees:
Laundry & Dry Cleaning:
On-site laundry and dry-cleaning services; charges vary by item.
Portable Wi-Fi Rental:
Pocket Wi-Fi routers available for rent; inquire at front desk for rates.
Accessibility at Myeongdong Merlin Hotel:
All public areas are step-free. Elevators serve every floor. Wheelchairs available at reception; braille signs mark elevator controls.
Maximizing Your Stay Experience
- Book cable car early: Reserve Namsan cable car tickets online to avoid long queues on weekends.
- Request high-floor rooms: Ask for a top-floor room for quieter nights and better city views.
- Plan your NANTA visit: Purchase Myeongdong NANTA Theatre tickets in advance for evening shows.
Reviews of Myeongdong Merlin Hotel
Hilary Lin
I recommend this accommodation for couple of reasons. Its not the usual hotel where you expect a bellboy or a valet parking or luxury dining restaurants in it. 1）The price is reasonable. 2) It feels homely and cosy. 3) Service is excellent! Host is bilingual. speaks both English and Korean 4) it meets everyone's average needs. 5) there's free flow of bottled water, coffee and tea throughout your s...
Paulline Ying
The room is abit old, the shower toilet floor is super cold. We went during winter. The loft is good for children. Bed is quite hard. I went for this was because it can accommodate 2A2C but given a chance I won't come again. However the staff are friendly and helpful.
Jayson Poh
This accommodation was booked through Trip.com. Only stay at this hotel if you want to deal with a lying management / lady boss with atrocious service. 1. Manual physical lock was not functional when I checked in at around 6+pm. Immediately, I went to check with front desk on how to resolve the issue. The staff came to check and acknowledged that the lock was spoilt as the bar was not going into...
V DP
Nice hotel. Not a 5 star hotel but complete or has everything you will need, clean and modern. Owners are very nice people too, very accommodating and helpful. Wouldn't hesitate to stay there again next time. Close to a train station. Near Myeongdong shopping street.
Franklin Phan
The rooms are old. The space is open and comfortable, but everything is old; all the furnitures have peeling skin and the small table for four people have pipes holding them up. The towels have holes and steps away from being called rags but I don't mind them. The sun beams in so it's very hot, but there's an AC system which has one setting and the remote presented doesn't even work, so you're eit...
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