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The First Stay Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Seoul Botanical Garden

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Standard Double Room | View from room
Exterior
Reception
Front of property
Executive Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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23, Magokdong-ro 4-gil, Gangseo-gu, Seoul, 07803
  • Place, Korea SGI Gangseo Cultural Center
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Seoul Botanical Garden
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Juyeong Bowling Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Seoul (ICN-Incheon Intl.)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • City view
  • 249 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Twin Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 249 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Double Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 285 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Twin Room | View from room

Deluxe Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 285 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, Corner | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, Corner

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 391 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Executive Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 463 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Family Room

  • 320 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Seoul

Gangseo-gu stay.Your stay at this Gangseo-gu hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Seoul Botanical Garden and LG Arts Centre. Hyundai Premium Outlet and Hongik University are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Korea SGI Gangseo Cultural Center - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Seoul Botanical Garden - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Juyeong Bowling Center - 6 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Heojun Museum - 7 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Gyeongbokgung Palace - 30 min drive - 12.6 miles

Getting around

  • Balsan Station - 3 min walk
  • Haengsin Station - 11 min drive
  • Gimpo Intl. Airport (GMP) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪샤브20 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪경아식당 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪봄이보리밥 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Frais Berry - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪탄탄면공방 - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The First Stay Hotel

3-star hotel near Seoul Botanical Garden
A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. You'll find a 24-hour business center on site. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and concierge services are also featured at the business-friendly The First Stay Hotel. Free self parking is available. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property.
  • 209 guestrooms or units
  • 14 levels
  • Built in 2017
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Convenience store
  • Elevator
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Water dispenser
The First Stay Hotel offers 209 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Beds feature premium bedding. LED televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers, slippers, bidets, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and computer monitors; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include irons/ironing boards. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in March 2024.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LED TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Meal delivery service
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heated floor
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Printer
  • Safe
  • Washing machine
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 1 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for KRW 44000 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: KRW 44000 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, Union Pay, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

LUCE BRIDGE HOTEL Seoul
LUCE BRIDGE Seoul
LUCE BRIDGE

Frequently asked questions

How close is The First Stay Hotel to the airport?

The First Stay Hotel is 3 mi (17-min drive) away from the Gimpo Intl. Airport (GMP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The First Stay Hotel?

As of Jun 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The First Stay Hotel on Jun 22, 2026 start from $65, including 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.

Does The First Stay Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The First Stay Hotel.

Does The First Stay Hotel offer free breakfast?

The First Stay Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The First Stay Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Seven Luck Casino Millennium Seoul Hilton Branch (15-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The First Stay Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 1 AM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at The First Stay Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The First Stay Hotel have a pool?

The First Stay Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The First Stay Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The First Stay Hotel to downtown Seoul?

The First Stay Hotel is 7.8 mi away from Seoul.

The First Stay Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 384 out of 765 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 254 out of 765 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 70 out of 765 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 765 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 765 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

HYUN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, clean room, free parking and lots of place to eat near the hotel. Very kind front staffs
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was great .
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Seok Ho

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
friendly staff, clean room. i really liked daily free bottle of spring water
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JANG YONG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room and very close to subway, Balsan station.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room and nice staff
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ji

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean, great location
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vincenzo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room is so spacious and very clean. We enjoyed the area near the hotel full of restaurants. The area is also very well connected with public transport.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tadas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great first stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yeuk Wan C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Convenient location

Clean and lots of restaurants around. Easy to get around.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

alejandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff were always very friendly and helpful, the room was always clean, the only thing I would have liked was for the mattress to be more comfortable a the pillows higher.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sungwoo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
so clean and best value for money in Seoul definitely.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LG CNS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The experimental was really good. The room was very clean, and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exellent, walking distance from everywhere, great night life...
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lac Huy David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, clean, close by the train station, so many restaurants and activities til late. Enjoy my stay and highly recommend.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

amy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I always appreciated the cleanliness, friendliness, and convenient transportation facilities.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Byung-Jin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Many choice for food,easy access to subway.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay!

Very nice hotel staff, welcoming. Room was very clean and spacious. I was provided extra towels and water. Very nice to have microwave, hot water, and cold water dispensers though a bit of a hassle to have to leave the room to get it.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good location. Easy to get to Gimpo airport.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Camila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Era ok
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyung Joon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My stay at The First Stay Hotel was convinced for transportation and dining area.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

kee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
there are mini bar and laundry in the room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaeseon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
staffs are very kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024