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The May Hotel

3.0 star property

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Located close to Myeongdong Street and Gyeongbokgung Palace, The May Hotel provides free self-service breakfast. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Double Room (Breakfast & Ice Americano included) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Double Room (Breakfast & Ice Americano included)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern bedroom with a bed, a green armchair, a small table, and a desk with a computer.

Premium Double Room (Breakfast & Ice Americano included)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Suite Twin (Breakfast & Ice Americano included) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Suite Twin (Breakfast & Ice Americano included)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Twin Room (Breakfast & Ice Americano included) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Deluxe Twin Room (Breakfast & Ice Americano included)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Suite Twin Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Royal Suite (Breakfast & Ice Americano included) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Royal Suite (Breakfast & Ice Americano included)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Premium Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Jongno-gu, a neighbourhood in Seoul, is home to The May Hotel. 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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10, Supyo-ro 26-gil, Seoul, Seoul, 03139

What's nearby

  • A busy street with shops and signs in a foreign language.
    Insa-dong
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • A cityscape at dusk with illuminated buildings and a fountain in the foreground.
    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
  • A traditional Korean building with a wooden door and tiled roof.
    Bukchon Hanok Village
    18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Play Moxy
    2 min walk
  • Bar Moxy
    2 min walk
  • 노가리마켓
    2 min walk
  • Moxy Pickup
    2 min walk
  • 종로진낙지
    1 min walk

About this property

The May Hotel

  • Hotel near Cheonggyecheon
  • Located close to Myeongdong Street and Gyeongbokgung Palace, The May Hotel provides free self-service breakfast. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks at this hotel include:
    • A lift and a 24-hour front desk
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 61 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning and bathrobes, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Hypo-allergenic bedding and down duvets
    • Bathrooms with separate baths/showers and bidets
    • 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 transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve 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
  • Grab bar near toilet (65 centimetre high)
  • Lift (93 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • 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:
  • Restaurant

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

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 is parking at The May Hotel?

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?

Checkout 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 5-minute walk and Anguk Station is 9 minutes.

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Reviews

The May Hotel Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.2

Cleanliness

7.8

Amenities

8.4

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 156 out of 353 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 117 out of 353 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 55 out of 353 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 353 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 353 reviews

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

Janilyn

Disliked: Amenities
Convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maja

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

8/10 Good

Samprada

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
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jeffrey

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

10/10 Excellent

Josephine

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brooke

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

10/10 Excellent

Claire

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ZBIGNIEW

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

10/10 Excellent

John

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

10/10 Excellent

T

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

10/10 Excellent

martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was very basic but only paying for 3.5 star hotel. Very clean. Room was reasonable size. Have a large bathtub as well as separate shower was a bonus. Not having a wardrobe was only minus (just hooks for hanging).fThis was a room configuration thing as friends room did).Excellent location
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Akdas

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

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

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

8/10 Good

Valerie

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
Verified

6/10 Okay

Melaney

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Hoa

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

8/10 Good

Irene

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Belise

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

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Small room but well laid out. Nice big bath tub and separate shower.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Reighnan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was perfect for a solo single traveler. I loved the location, in very close proximity to the train and bus routes. The room was modern and clean. Love the bathtub, fridge, and free bottled water! The front desk staff wasn’t very friendly but also were not mean- it might be a language barrier but a smile or two wouldn’t have hurt. It was very direct and transactional. All in all- good property and will stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yunige (Customer Success)

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tenzin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really liked our hotel.. specially the area cause there r plenty of restaurants near by and shopping center.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Patrick

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adriana

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was located in a convenient area and the staff were very friendly
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024