The short answer
The ranking
Luxury
1. The Grand Lotte Seoul — The landmark five-star (renamed from Lotte Hotel Seoul in August 2026), connected to Lotte Department Store and steps from Euljiro 1-ga Station.
2. L’Escape Seoul Myeongdong — Parisian-styled boutique luxury, now a Luxury Collection hotel. Pet-friendly.
Mid-range
3. Hotel 28 Myeongdong — Film-themed boutique hotel in the Michelin Guide’s hotel selection.
4. L7 Myeongdong by LOTTE — Design-led rooms and a rooftop bar facing N Seoul Tower.
Value
5. Nine Tree Hotel Myeongdong — Clean, compact rooms 170m from Exit 8, guest laundry and multilingual staff.
How we chose
We ranked hotels within a short walk of Myeongdong, Euljiro 1-ga or Hoehyeon stations on location, value, character and how well they serve international guests. Prices vary by date; compare on booking sites. Sources: Bizwatch, Newswire, Michelin Guide, Seoul Danurim, There She Goes Again.
FAQ
What is the best luxury hotel in Myeongdong?
The Grand Lotte Seoul for a classic five-star; L’Escape for boutique style.
What is the best value hotel in Myeongdong?
Nine Tree Hotel Myeongdong offers clean rooms close to Myeongdong Station at a mid-range price.