"The owner was very nice and welcoming. We arrived at Daol in the very early morning but still had no trouble when we contacted the owner to leave our baggage.
Hotel location is very convenient - approximately 2-3 mins walk from Hongik station (Exit 3). Many good cafes and restaurant nearby.
We stayed in the basement room. It was not that quiet since some guests were enjoying at the hotel's garden which was exactly next to our room window - and also lots of passer by during daytime.
However,...
"Fantastic accommodations with incredibly helpful staff. Having a washer/dryer is a huge plus. The gym is well-equipped, with a squash court (but very low ceiling) and a Korean bathhouse that was perfect for unwinding at the end of each day. Easy walk to Yeouido Station, and a bus stop right outside. Grab a T-Money card (for public transit) at the 7-Eleven in the basement level, where there's also a café that opens at 8 a.m. for a quality coffee fix. A bit off the beaten path (ie financial...