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Travel Monster

2.5 star property
Guesthouse in Seoul, 10-minute walk to Dongdaemun Market Mall

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Staircase
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Property amenity
Hallway
Interior

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$94
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec

Explore the area

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227-6 Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, 03126
  • Place, Gwangjang Market
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Dongdaemun Market Mall
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Seoul (GMP-Gimpo Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Room options

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21)Twin Room

21)Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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22)Twin Room

22)Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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24)Twin Room

24)Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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25)Triple Room

25)Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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26)Twin Room

26)Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

31)Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

32)Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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33)Twin Room

33)Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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34)Twin Room

34)Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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35)Triple Room

35)Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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36)Double Room

36)Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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37)Double Room

37)Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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41)Twin Room

41)Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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42)Twin Room

42)Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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43)Triple Room

43)Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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44)Twin Room

44)Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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45)Double Room

45)Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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46)Twin Room

46)Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Twin Bed (21)

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Twin Bed Room (204)

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Twin Bed Room (206)

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Twin Bed Room(301)

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Twin Bed Room (202

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Tripple Bed Room (205)

  • Sleeps 3

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Twin Bed Room(302)

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Twin Bed Room(303)

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Twin Bed Room (304)

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Double Bed Room (306)

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Double Bed Room (307)

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Twin Bed Room (401)

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Twin Bed Room (402)

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Twin Bed Room (404)

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Double Bed Room (405)

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Twin Bed Room (406)

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Triple Bed Room (305)

  • Sleeps 3

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Triple Bed Room (403)

  • Sleeps 3

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About the area

Seoul

Travel Monster places you in the centre of Seoul, within just a 15-minute stroll of popular places like Dongdaemun Market Mall and Dongdaemun History and Culture Park. Highlights at this guest house include in-room free WiFi and LCD TVs. .This guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and express check-out. Added amenities include laundry facilities, a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. .Attractions within a 30-minute walk of this Jongno-gu guest house include Myeongdong Street and Myeongdong Cathedral.
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What's nearby

  • Cheonggyecheon - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Gwangjang Market - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Dongdaemun Market Mall - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Dongdaemun Design Plaza - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Dongdaemun History and Culture Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Jongno 5-ga Station - 3 min walk
  • Seoul Station - 15 min drive
  • Seoul (ICN-Incheon Intl.) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪남해굴국밥 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪불타는 곱창 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪EDIYA COFFEE - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪제주바다 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪내가 떡볶이다 - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Travel Monster

Guesthouse in Seoul, 10-minute walk to Dongdaemun Market Mall
Travel Monster offers its guests a terrace, multilingual staff, and laundry facilities. Public spaces have free WiFi. Travel Monster also features express check-out, a microwave in a common area, and a fridge in a common area.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Seoul guest house.

  • 1 building
  • 19 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 2013
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Water dispenser
Travel Monster offers 19 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and complimentary slippers. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers.

This Seoul guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). LCD televisions come with cable channels. Additionally, rooms include shared/communal kitchens and blackout curtains. An iron/ironing board and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 2013
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laundry detergent
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age - 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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)
  • Cleaning/housekeeping/linen fee: KRW 22000 per stay

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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or credit 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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International and cash.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Dongdaemun Hotel
Hotel Dongdaemun
Hotel Tong Dongdaemun
Hotel Tong Seoul Dongdaemun
Tong Dongdaemun
Tong Seoul Dongdaemun
Travel Monster Hotel Seoul
Travel Monster Hotel
Travel Monster Seoul
Travel Monster Seoul
Travel Monster Guesthouse
Travel Monster Guesthouse Seoul

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Travel Monster?

Travel Monster offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Travel Monster?

As of 27 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Travel Monster on 3 Dec 2025 start from NZ$94.06, 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.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Travel Monster?

No, Travel Monster does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Travel Monster?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Travel Monster?

No, pets are not allowed.

Reviews

Travel Monster Reviews

7.2

Good

6.8/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 62 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susana

It's very good price and staff are very helpful. The only negative is the noise
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Kong Joo

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
I stayed in Room 206, and overall, I would describe my experience as decent but I wouldn’t recommend this place to anyone sensitive to noise or odors. The building is located down a narrow, somewhat dirty alley where people often gather to smoke, especially at night. There’s also a karaoke below the property, which can make certain nights quite noisy. The building is not soundproof, so if you have loud neighbors, earplugs are a must. Unfortunately, during our stay, the room across from us was occupied by a particularly noisy group who talked loudly on speakerphone and moved in and out of the room until around 3am. Our room also had a persistent sewer-like odor, though running the ventilation helped minimize it. The room itself was smaller than it appeared in the photos but included a hairdryer, mini fridge and TV. The bathroom was spacious enough to shower without wetting everywhere. One issue was the air conditioning unit.. it was dusty, so I had to choose between opening the window (and dealing with cigarette smoke from outside) or using the AC and circulating dust. While I understand the property is budget-friendly, I do wish it were cleaner and better maintained. A "No Smoking" sign outside the entrance could also help reduce secondhand smoke exposure for guests.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yangwoo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness

Great budget stay

He was helpful in any issues we had. It was a quiet stay. No real problems.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Good budget stay

The room we booked had an issue in the bathroom, so he gave us two rooms to use instead. He was very kind and helpful. We had the place to ourselves for most of our stay probably due to the time of year. It was nice and quiet.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2020

2/10 Terrible

Sheryl Mae

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

Dirty hotel

Dirty hotel and unfriendly staff! Not accommodating. Stay away from this hotel. Just a waste of money!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Hien, HCMC

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good: good location staff is very friendly room is clean
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Kathe

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

SK trip

Location is really good. Very accessible to trains and other means of transportation. Not a fancy hotel but clean enough for a budget stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

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

Great value

Once we found the entrance, hidden down a side alley, we were pleasantly surprised. About 1 min walk from exit 4 of jongno 5 ga, the location was excellent. The room was small but very functional and clean. The staff were unobtrusive and communal areas welcoming and we'll kept. I would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

6/10 Okay

ATSUKO

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
別に問題はなかったのですが、3階でエレベーターはない、スタッフは常駐していない、コンビニが少し遠い、冷蔵庫が小さすぎる、部屋が狭い、部屋の清掃が有料など不便がありました。安いとはいえ、コスパ的には微妙。もう少しお金を出してサービスがいいホテルにしておけば良かったかなと思います。
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Maki

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
スタッフの方は問い合わせをしたらすぐ返信をくれてとても助かりました。 ホテル自体は入り口のキーを開けるとすぐ階段で少し不便でした。 エレベーターがないと見たので、2階に泊まりました。 部屋はコンセントはたくさんありましたが、使えないものも多かったです。 タオルは時折臭いものもありました。 交通の便がいいのでお安いですしまた利用したいと思います。
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

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2泊しましたが１度もスタッフの方が居なくてチェックアウトする時そのまま出ていいのかって不安になりました。
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

lin

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

6/10 Okay

Kota

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Takuji

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
スタッフがほとんどいないのが気になりました。
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

??

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
民泊だと思って利用すれば、良いと思います
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

AIKO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
立地もよく、とても清潔で不明点もメールで解決して頂きました。
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

4/10 Poor

ylYeowon

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

건물 지하에 노래방이 있어요

벽에 자국이 많아 전체적으로 깨끗한 이미지는 아니였습니다. 화장실에 물이 잘 안나오고. 건물 지하에 노래방이 있어 약한 소음과 진동이 있습니다. 위치는 좋으나 청결이나 소음에 예민하신 분에게는 추천드리지 않습니다.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Atsuko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
とても良かったのでまた利用したいです
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Atsuko

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

また利用したい

駅近、空港リムジンのバス停も近くてとても便利。言えば毎日タオルを交換してくれます。
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

EMI

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019