The May Hotel

Property class: 3

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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good
Located close to Myeongdong Street and Gyeongbokgung Palace, The May Hotel provides a free breakfast buffet. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
The current price is ￥22,086
￥24,513 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a bedside lamp, and a view of the outside through sheer curtains.

Deluxe Double Room - Queen Bed & Bathtub

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a table, and a green ottoman.

Premier Double Room - Queen Bed & Bathtub

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A modern hotel room with two beds, a marble accent wall, and a large window with curtains.

Suite - 2 Queen Beds & Bathtub

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a dark headboard, a bedside table with a phone, and a large window with sheer curtains.

Deluxe Twin Room - Queen Bed, Single Bed & Bathtub

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a black leather sofa, a marble-topped coffee table, and a view of a marble wall.

Suite Twin Room

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a round table, a TV, and a view of the city.

Royal Suite - 2 Queen Beds & Bathtub

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair.

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a small table, and a TV on the wall.

Premium Double Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Jongno-gu, a neighborhood in Seoul, The May Hotel is near a metro station. Bukchon Hanok Village and Gyeongbokgung Palace are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cheonggyecheon and Dongdaemun History and Culture Park. Don't miss out on a visit to Lotte World. Visit our Seoul travel guide
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03139, Seoul, Seoul, 10, Supyo-ro 26-gil

What's nearby

  • A busy street with shops and signs in a foreign language.
    Insa-dong
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • A city square with a water feature, surrounded by modern buildings and decorated with colorful lanterns.
    Cheonggyecheon
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • A traditional Korean gate with intricate designs and multiple levels, set against a backdrop of lush green mountains.
    Gyeongbokgung Palace
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • A bustling urban street at night with illuminated storefronts and a crowd of people.
    Myeongdong Street
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Traditional Korean architecture with tiled roofs and wooden structures, set against a backdrop of modern buildings and a mountain.
    Bukchon Hanok Village
    18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Jongno 3-ga Station
    3 min walk
  • Seoul Station
    10 min drive
  • Incheon Intl. Airport (ICN)
    63 min drive

Restaurants

  • Play Moxy
    2 min walk
  • Moxy Pickup
    2 min walk
  • 유성집
    1 min walk
  • 종로빈대떡
    1 min walk
  • Pub & Grill
    1 min walk

About this property

The May Hotel

  • Hotel near Cheonggyecheon
  • Located close to Myeongdong Street and Gyeongbokgung Palace, The May Hotel provides a free breakfast buffet. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks at this hotel include:
    • A 24-hour front desk and an elevator
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 61 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Hypo-allergenic bedding and down comforters
    • Bathrooms with heated floors and separate tubs/showers
    • 62-inch flat-screen TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and digital channels
    • Heating, daily housekeeping, and electrical adapters/chargers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (37 inch wide door)
  • Grab bar near toilet (26 inches high)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 62-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Sunday:
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Frequently asked questions

Is The May Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The May Hotel?

As of Oct 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The May Hotel on Oct 22, 2026 start from ￥22,086, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

The May Hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at The May Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The May Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is The May Hotel located?

Located in Jongno-gu, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Cheonggyecheon and Gyeongbokgung Palace. Myeongdong Street and Bukchon Hanok Village are also within 1 mi (2 km). Jongno 3-ga Station is only a 3-minute walk and Jonggak Station is 7 minutes.

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Reviews

The May Hotel Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.0

Cleanliness

7.8

Amenities

8.4

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 163 out of 369 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 119 out of 369 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 58 out of 369 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 369 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 369 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing and friendly, help us out with our questions and what do in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is in great location - near all the cafes and near different subway stations to get around easily. Room was clean and a good size. Would stay again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean. The staff were fantastic. Breakfast was good. Lots of shops close by, you are in the middle of Old town.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My room was clean and well appointed, with a fair amount of space and plenty of easy-to-use amenities. Breakfast was basic but filling and the staff were very kind and helpful, assisting me with every query I had (Juan in particular was fantastic). The location is also very convenient for accessing the metro, and only about twenty minutes' walk from the major shopping and restaurant district of Myengdong.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Room was clean and comfortable. Friendly, helpful staff.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and restaurants nearby
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

Disliked: Amenities
Convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really happy I chose this hotel! Location was fantastic! Staff were great! Rooms were nice!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good breakfast menu, staff very friendly, easy access to public transport and shops/restaurants nearby
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, close to the train station
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Convenient, comfortable room, felt safe, quiet (for location), so-so breakfast,
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hotel May is in a great location: less than a block from the subway, close to MANY restaurants, convenience stores, etc. It’s stylish and comfortable. Includes a decent breakfast and the price is right! It is located on an alley and there’s no good views and little light but that’s not so bad considering all the positives.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and tidy, bed was so comfortable. Toilet and shower room were separated. The hotel was close to subway station (2 to 3mins walking distance- Jongno 3 Sam Ga Station). Nearby restaurants, convenience stores and other stores. Breakfast were usually (eggs, sausage, bread, cereals, instant noodles, a little fruit, lettuce, soup, coffee and juice). I recommend this hotel and stay there again next time we visit the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was good. Close to the train stop and markets.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless, Staff very friendly and helpful. Had a great time
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect location, perfect hotel. Would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, clean and comfortable room. Our room even had a hair straightener which was great as my overseas one didn't work. Location is great near lots of restaurants and metro station is only 2 mins away.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room Convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, very accommodating staff. Very comfortable bed!
Stayed 13 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is clean, staffs are friendly, breakfast is wonderful
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Great location, weird room layout, the facilities were tired and worn out. Staff was very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful and courteous. The location is right in the heart of Insedong shopping and nightlife, and still close enough to Myeongdong too.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely room! Comfortable bed and beautiful bathroom with a deep tub! It’s located down an alley but it’s in a great part of town with lots of restaurants and shopping around. The breakfast was simple but very good. Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026