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The May Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Myeongdong Street

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Premium Double Room | Down comforters, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Parking
Hallway

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

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10, Supyo-ro 26-gil, Seoul, Seoul, 03139
  • Place, Insa-dong
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cheonggyecheon
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Myeongdong Street
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Seoul (ICN-Incheon Intl.)
    ‪78 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room | Down comforters, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium Double Room | Down comforters, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Premium Double Room

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

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Twin Room | Down comforters, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room | Down comforters, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Down comforters, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Suite Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3

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Down comforters, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Down comforters, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Premium Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Down comforters, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3

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Down comforters, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Royal Suite Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Seoul

Jongno-gu stay.Your stay at this Jongno-gu hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Myeongdong Street and Gyeongbokgung Palace. Bukchon Hanok Village and Namdaemun Market are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Insa-dong - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cheonggyecheon - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Gwangjang Market - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Myeongdong Street - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Myeongdong Cathedral - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Jongno 3-ga Station - 5 min walk
  • Seoul Station - 10 min drive
  • Incheon Intl. Airport (ICN) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Play Moxy - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪노가리마켓 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bar Moxy - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Moxy Pickup - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪종로빈대떡 - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The May Hotel

3-star hotel near Myeongdong Street
Free breakfast is served daily.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Seoul hotel.

  • 61 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
The May Hotel offers 61 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and bathrobes. Beds feature down comforters. 62-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, slippers, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

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 self-serve breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

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

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at The May Hotel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche, debit cards, and cash.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

The May Hotel Hotel
The May Hotel Seoul
The May Hotel Hotel Seoul

Frequently asked questions

How close is The May Hotel to the airport?

The May Hotel is 16 mi (53-min drive) away from the Gimpo Intl. Airport (GMP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The May Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The May Hotel.

Does The May Hotel offer free breakfast?

The May Hotel offers free self-serve breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The May Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Seven Luck Casino Millennium Seoul Hilton Branch (4-min drive) and Seven Luck Casino Seoul Gangnam Branch (11-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at The May Hotel?

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

Is there free parking at The May Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does The May Hotel have a pool?

The May Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The May Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The May Hotel to downtown Seoul?

The May Hotel is 0.7 mi away from Seoul.

The May Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 116 out of 276 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 94 out of 276 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 276 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 276 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 276 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Kim

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wen Bo

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shanequa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is tucked away so it might be easily overlooked but I’m glad I gave it a try. The May is best for solo or independent travelers. I’ve found once you check in you are basically encouraged to explore the small but satisfying premises on your own. I requested a room on the higher floors because you will literally be facing a wall since the alleyway is packed with other boutique hotels. Don’t let that discourage you. The rooms are a great size, the bathtub is a nice addition and the included breakfast was satisfying. The area is very lively. Cool for a weekend getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

LISA LINDA

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
It was great
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jade

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, quiet yet close everything
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Patrick

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. Free breakfast but not interesting with very limited options. Enjoy a good breakfast somewhere else.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

undarmaa

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tacie

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

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

8/10 Good

Lindsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay as as solo traveler. The staff were polite and able to communicate with me in English. I enjoyed the mattress and had excellent sleep. The water was hot and the pressure in the shower was excellent . My only critique was the lack of counter space . The bathroom is very spacious but not much counter space which I thought was unique. Nevertheless for the price point I believe this is great value for money .
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adriana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The May Hotel is centrally located within walking distance to many shopping areas recommended as must see in Seoul. The rooms are on the smaller size but are very clean. Staff are very attentive and having breakfast included is a great perk.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and the bed was comfortable. Shower was nice. Very close to multiple metro stops and walkable to several tourist areas abs streets. I was shocked at the value of this hotel. Also, staff was really helpful and friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

KUAN WAI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hector

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s a convenient place. I loved the location and the walkability to the many bars, restaurants, and shops. My room was surprisingly beautiful but I did have the best suite. I don’t know how the lesser rooms look like. But my room had a kitchen and massive bathroom with a tub and an isolated shower… However, it’s not for everyone. The location might bother some guests because it’s hidden in a dark corner street and the lobby looks like a front desk at an auto garage shop. Breakfast is included but it’s simple with sausage and eggs as an option. … But I personally loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alesha

Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

La Toria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

fiona

Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Albert

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was dirty both in the room and in the restaurant. Definitely not recommended unless you want a very budget hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Belise

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

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay and enjoy real korean life. Easy access to downtown. If you want a western vibe, dont stay here, otherwise this place is great. Close to everything but away from noise. The staff is super friendly and the hotel.is surrounded by pure korean lige and food.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

LAN

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is old , dark , dirty hotel. The room has huge bath tub but such waste of space. They should use this space for sink, closet and cabinet . The whole hotel is dark and gloomy , the breakfast was so basic and is served in the basement where it smells of sewage . I could not wait to get out of there
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
I really liked the area around the hotel. It is very vibrant but not too loud. You’re in the middle of the city and walking distance from a lot. Location is the best part. The room itself was also pretty nice. I would say the most awkward thing about it was the bathroom is in kind of the same open format as a walkin shower so you can hear everything. So maybe not the best for privacy but for the price and location I think it was pretty good.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025