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Hotel Overview

137, Cheonggyecheon-Ro, Jongno-Gu, Seoul, South Korea

Central Tourist Hotel - 3-star hotel in Jongno with subway access

Located in the heart of Jongno along Cheonggye Creek, this hotel provides direct access to Euljiro 3-ga and Jongno 3-ga Subway Stations, both a 3-minute walk away. The property offers a 24-hour front desk, business center, ATM machines, and currency exchange services. Guests have access to complimentary WiFi, free private parking, and concierge services. Dining options include local, European, and Asian restaurants in the surrounding area. The hotel provides laundry and dry cleaning services, luggage storage, and safety features including fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, and a security system.

Additional perks of the hotel

Free private parking

Currency exchange services

ATM machines on-site

Concierge services

Luggage storage

Safety features: fire extinguisher, smoke detector, security system, first aid kit

Accommodation Options

The hotel offers 78 individually furnished guestrooms with air conditioning, free WiFi, and safes. All rooms include an en suite bathroom with separate bathtub and shower, deep soaking bathtubs, complimentary toiletries, a refrigerator, and a flat-screen LCD TV. Room types range from simple windowless rooms with double or twin beds to larger air-conditioned rooms with double or twin beds, and spacious options with three single beds. The suite features one double and one single bed, plus a sofa and computer.

Other conveniences

Ironing facilities

Heating

Sitting areas in some rooms

Dressing area

Desks

Separate sitting areas in some rooms

Phones with free local calls

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Our listed hotels offer a variety of room types—double rooms, family suites, or deluxe options—all with features like breakfast, flexible cancellation policies, and exclusive deals.

Deluxe Double Room

Max:

2 persons

220 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Heating

Bathtub

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Deluxe Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

270 sq. feet

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Heating

Bathtub

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Triple Room

Max:

2 persons

295 sq. feet

Bed options:

3 Single beds

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Transportation Tips

Transportation Options

City Centre

Seoul4600 ft

Airports

Gimpo (GMP) 12.3 mi

Train

Seoul Station 1.6 mi

Yeongdeungpo Station 6.0 mi

Underground

Jongno 3(sam)-ga1000 ft

Amenities

Thoughtful hotel amenities for a comfortable stay

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
Currency exchange
ATM/Cash machine
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Grocery shopping service

Dining

Special diet menus

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots

Spa & Leisure

Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Dressing area
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Hotel Location

137, Cheonggyecheon-Ro, Jongno-Gu, Seoul, South Korea

Map view

137, Cheonggyecheon-Ro, Jongno-Gu, Seoul, South Korea

City landmarks

Landmark

N Seoul Tower

2.1 mi

Palace

Gyeongbokgung Palace

1.3 mi

Mall

Dongdaemun Design Plaza

5100 ft

Palace

Changdeokgung

5200 ft

Landmark

Myeongdong Shopping Street

1.1 mi

Landmark

Namsangol Hanok Village

4200 ft

Park

Bukchon Hanok Village

1.3 mi

Pagoda

Jogyesa

4200 ft

Architectural Building

Seoul City Wall

4200 ft

Museum

Grevin Seoul

4200 ft

Museum

Seoul City Wall Museum

5100 ft

Square

Gwanghwamun Gate

1.3 mi

Landmark

Bank of Korea Money Museum

1.1 mi

Palace

Changgyeonggung Palace

1.1 mi

Church

Myeongdong Cathedral

4200 ft

Landmark

Statue of Sejong the Great

4200 ft

Landmark

Cheonggyecheon Stream

4200 ft

Museum

Postal Museum of Korea

1.1 mi

Market

Kwangjang Market

2300 ft

Landmark

K-beauty shopping

4200 ft

Landmark

Statue of Admiral Yi Sun-Sin

4200 ft

Landmark

Namdaemun

1.1 mi

Museum

ARARIO MUSEUM in SPACE

5200 ft

Palace

Jeong Kwan-heon of Deoksugung Palace

1.4 mi

Landmark

Site of Bosingak

4200 ft

Nearby

157 Jong-ro

Jongmyo Shrine

1400 ft

Park

Tapgol Park

1400 ft

35-4 6 Insa-dong-gil

Insa-dong Maru

1400 ft

71 Donhwamun-ro

Tteok and Kitchen Utensil Museum

1400 ft

SK T-Tower 11 Euljiro 2-ga

T.um SK Telecom Technology Museum

1400 ft

Restaurants

Starbucks Seoul Cinema

700 ft

59-7 Gwansu-Dong Jongno-Gu 1f

Paris Baguette

1000 ft

133-1

Isaac Toast

200 ft

Pastel de nata Jongno

600 ft

Coffee Hanyakbang

1900 ft

16-6

Burger King

700 ft

Kkoma Kimbap

1900 ft

235 Yeji-dong Jongno-gu

Guest Reviews & Ratings

What Guests Are Saying?

Homer

United States, May 2024

6.6/10

The hotel offers tidy rooms with basic amenities, while some areas are a bit outdated and have a musty odor. The service provided is friendly and helpful, reflecting a 2-star hotel standard. The location is convenient for accessing subway stops and attractions, especially beneficial for Muslim travelers. The dining options are simple, mainly including coffee, tea, omelets, juice, cereals, and toasts.

Rooms

6.0

The rooms were tidy, but some are outdated with a musty odor present.

Service

7.0

The staff were friendly and helpful.

Location

8.0

The hotel is well-situated near subway stops, offering flexibility for city exploration and easy access to popular attractions.

Dining

5.0

The dining options are simple, mainly consisting of coffee, tea, omelets, juice, cereals, and toasts.

Facilities

7.0

Basic facilities are available, meeting standard requirements.

Terry

United States, January 2024

6.6/10

The hotel had clean and comfortable rooms, but they were outdated and had a musty odor. The service was a mix of nice and rude encounters, with confusing information about air conditioning units. The location was convenient with easy access to multiple subway stops. The dining options were limited but satisfactory. The facilities were decent, but some areas needed updating.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were clean and comfortable but outdated with a musty odor.

Service

5.0

The service varied between nice and rude, and there was confusion about air conditioning units.

Location

8.0

The location was convenient with access to multiple subway stops.

Dining

6.0

The dining options were limited but satisfactory.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were decent but some areas needed updating.

Fred

United States, December 2023

6.8/10

I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The rooms were quite spacious and clean, but unfortunately, they are very outdated and have a musty odor. The service was friendly with fair communication skills. The location is convenient, close to two different subway stops, offering flexibility in exploring the city. The dining options were too simple, with just basic breakfast items. Overall, it was an okay stay with some drawbacks.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms, although a little dated, were quite spacious and clean.

Service

7.0

The service was friendly with fair communication skills.

Location

8.0

The location is convenient, close to two different subway stops offering flexibility in getting around.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was too simple with basic breakfast items.

Facilities

7.0

Kenneth

United States, October 2023

6.4/10

The hotel had some mixed aspects to consider. The rooms were outdated and musty but clean, the service was fair with some communication issues, and the dining was basic. However, the location was excellent with easy access to various subway stops.

Rooms

6.0

Despite the old fixtures and musty odor, the rooms were clean.

Service

5.0

The service was fair with some communication struggles.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location was excellent with convenient access to multiple subway stops.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience was basic but satisfactory.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel offered essential facilities.

Carlos

United States, September 2023

7.4/10

I had a mixed experience during my stay at the hotel. The rooms were tidy with basic amenities, but the lack of air conditioning during spring was inconvenient. However, after addressing this issue, my new room was comfortable. The service was top-notch with super nice and helpful staff, offering various services like dry cleaning and housekeeping. The location was convenient, close to subway stops and recommended for Muslim travelers due to its proximity to the National Mosque and halal food options. The dining experience was basic, offering standard options, and the facilities were satisfactory.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were tidy with basic amenities, but the absence of air conditioning during spring was a downside. After changing rooms, my new accommodation was comfortable.

Service

9.0

The staff was super nice, friendly, and always willing to assist. They clarified the lack of air conditioning during spring and provided excellent service throughout my stay.

Location

8.0

The location was convenient, near subway stations offering flexibility in exploring the city. It's a great choice for Muslim travelers with its proximity to the National Mosque and halal dining options.

Dining

6.0

The dining options were basic, offering standard fare. It met my needs but was nothing extraordinary.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were sufficient for a comfortable stay, offering the essentials without any notable luxuries.

Convenient location

Lack of air conditioning