In the heart of Seoul, GLOCALOCA offers a convenient stay with laundry facilities and in-room WiFi. Unwind in the lobby with coffee/tea, catch up on news on the lobby TV, or store your luggage safely while you explore nearby Myeongdong Street and Gyeongbokgung Palace.
Located in Jung-gu, a neighborhood in Seoul, GLOCALOCA is near a metro station. Gwanghwamun and Gyeongbokgung Palace are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Myeongdong Street and Namdaemun Market. Check out an event or a game at Gocheok Sky Dome, and consider making time for Lotte World, a top attraction not to be missed. Visit our Seoul travel guide
20F,135 Sejong-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul, 04519
What's nearby
Deoksugung Palace
1 min walk - 0.1 km
Seoul City Hall
2 min walk - 0.2 km
Seoul Plaza
4 min walk - 0.4 km
Myeongdong Street
9 min walk - 0.8 km
Namdaemun Market
10 min walk - 0.9 km
Getting around
City Hall Station
4 min walk
Seoul Station
16 min walk
Gimpo Intl. Airport (GMP)
45 min drive
Restaurants
Paul Bassett
3 min walk
Cafe Seoul Hour
2 min walk
달개비
1 min walk
대상해 (大上海)
4 min walk
북창동순두부
1 min walk
About this property
GLOCALOCA
Hotel near Namdaemun Market
Close to Myeongdong Street and Gwanghwamun, GLOCALOCA provides amenities like laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
Coffee/tea in the lobby, a TV in the lobby, and 3 meeting rooms
An elevator, luggage storage, and smoke-free premises
A water dispenser
Room features
All 50 individually furnished rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks like air conditioning and separate sitting areas.
Other amenities include:
Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
Smart TVs with digital channels
Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and communal kitchens
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 transportation
Offsite parking available (KRW 20,000 per night)
Food and drink
Coffee and tea in common areas
Things to do
TV in common areas
Family friendly
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Microwave on request
Conveniences
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator
Virtual front desk
Water dispenser
Guest services
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Housekeeping (on request) (for a fee)
Business services
3 meeting rooms
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator (59 inch wide door)
Hardwood flooring in room
Stair-free path to entrance
Tile flooring in room
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchairs on site
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Communal living room
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Down comforter
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Shower
Slippers
Toilet paper
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Towels provided
Entertainment
Smart TV with digital channels
Food and drink
Cleaning supplies
Coffee grinder
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Freezer
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave on request
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Rice cooker
Shared kitchen access
Toaster
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Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Desk
Heating (climate-controlled)
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board on request
Laptop workspace
Separate sitting area
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Nearby parking fee: KRW 20000 per night (82 ft away)
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Housekeeping fee: KRW 20000 per stay
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Property Registration Number 1101117563079
National rating
Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.
Property is also known as
GLOCALOCA Hotel
GLOCALOCA Seoul
GLOCALOCA Hotel Seoul
Frequently asked questions
Is GLOCALOCA pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
What time is check-in at GLOCALOCA?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).
What time is check-out at GLOCALOCA?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Where is GLOCALOCA located?
Located in Jung-gu, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Deoksugung Palace and Seoul City Hall. Myeongdong Street and Namdaemun Market are also within 15 minutes. City Hall Station is only a 4-minute walk and Gwanghwamun Station is 6 minutes.
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Reviews
GLOCALOCA Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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Excellent hotel well located in Seoul. A large bedroom with comfy beds and good bathroom. The plus is the open, kitchen freely available all day (anytime), with noodles, eggs, bread, jam, coffee/tea that was super useful.
Personal is very friendly as well
The place is very interesting. At first I was a bit skeptic but I ended up loving it. The young male staff were very friendly and very helpful. The room was very spacious. The location is very strategic and well-located to catch airport bus. The sharing kitchen is an amazing facility. During my stay, most of regular people who used the shared facilities were people who speak Koreans, so you may feels a bit lost in translation. But other than that, all is wonderful. Definitely will come again.
Yusak
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Cathleen
19 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The free use of the washer and dryer was very helpful. The location was excellent. I loved using the message chair after a day of walking and climbing steep steps.
First of all, the staff were outstanding. Very, very friendly and extremely helpful. The overall concept of GLOCALOCA is great, and my only minor comment is that, since the hotel is so progressive when it comes to eco-friendliness, why not do away with the complimentary toothbrushes as well. The rooms are very spacious and the updated interior is great, including the change from the Koreana Hotel's carpet to laminate flooring. The lounge and office space are great, too. It would be nice if the rooms were slightly cheaper, say, 125k instead of 150k, but it's Seoul, it's downtown, and it's still more affordable than other competitors. I will definitely stay here again, and as much as I enjoyed my previous stays at the Koreana, I would always opt for the GLOCALOCA now instead.
I recently had a fantastic stay at this hotel! The manager’s kindness made our experience memorable. The location is perfect, offering convenience and a great atmosphere. The modern interior adds a stylish touch, and our room, ideal for our family of four, had two queen beds, a mini fridge, and a table with seats. The common room’s amenities, including free water, coffee, and ramen were a thoughtful bonus. Highly recommend!
Great location, prices, and cleaniness . Airport remo stops at the hotel front, so close to public transport and historical places.
I love this place offered free use of washing machine and dryer, free coffee, filtered water machine, cozy office area, and cooking facilities. I will definitely come back if i am to stay longer in Seoul.
The only downside was the centrally controlled room temp, I felt too warm( as it' s freezing outside)
I liked that it was in a good location. The red bus tour started right outside the hotel. The limo bus from airport line 6701 drops you off right in front of the hotel. You can buy a 2 day discover Seoul card at the hotel for 60,000 won. They have a spa on 8th floor. A kitchen is available with coffee, cereal, and ramen.
The staff was friendly and helpful. It is a little difficult being in another hotel..you have to remember to tell the taxi driver Koreana Hotel. The room was large. Nice lounge area for baby to crawl around. Washer, dryer, stove do not have English instructions and staff were not always at the welcome desk. No high chair for babies. The location was great.
Kathie
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
BULENT
29 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Helpful staff, quite and nice location and clean lovely place.
BULENT
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
4/10 Poor
Yan Ho
27 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Facilities: It was great to have a 24-hours modern pantry. The guests can prepare food themselves as needed. Food and drinks all are complimentary.
Staff: They were very polite and willing to help.
Reception: We arrived at the hotel reception around 11:00am. Nobody there. We tried to contact the staff a couple of times via the official channel but no one answer. After waiting for about 30mins, we had no choice but left the luggage in the "lobby" and then went out.
Room: It was spacious, clean and comfortable. But there was only one bedside cupboard. This was not very convenient for the couples or family. Electric sockets are also too few. Charging multiple devices might be an issue.
Washroom: It was clean. But the set up was inconvenient for the guests. 1) very little or no space to put even basic toiletry things. 2) only 1 shower bar in the entire bathroom. There is nowhere to hang the clothes, bath towel and other things.
I am writing to express my heartfelt appreciation for the exceptional experience I had during my recent stay at Glocaloca Hotel in Seoul, Korea. Glocaloca Hotel is located on the 19th and 20th floors of the Koreana Hotel. We took the airport bus from Incheon Airport to Koreana Hotel, which was convenient and inexpensive for such a luxury bus. We arrived at the hotel early in the morning, giving us a full day of free time before check-in. There was a fully equipped kitchen with several varieties of ramen, cereals with milk, and a large coffee machine with an LCD touch dispenser. We enjoyed the amenities they offered and relaxed comfortably in the living room-styled lobby. The front desk team was incredibly helpful in answering all my questions and making my family feel right at home. The Glocaloca is situated in the heart of Seoul, it provided easy access to key attractions, dining options, and transportation, making our visit both convenient and enjoyable. Glocaloca has its own laundromat offered free on each floor. The room was spacious for the four of us and impeccably clean. All staff members demonstrated a high level of professionalism and friendliness. In particular, I would like to mention Jung-Eun (Heidi), and Justin who went above and beyond to assist my family with concierge help. I will certainly recommend your hotel to anyone traveling to Seoul, Korea. Thank you once again for making my family's visit a memorable one.
I am writing to express my heartfelt appreciation for the exceptional experience I had during my recent stay at Glocaloca Hotel in Seoul, Korea. Glocaloca Hotel is located on the 19th and 20th floors of the Koreana Hotel. We took the airport bus from Incheon Airport to Koreana Hotel, which was convenient and inexpensive for such a luxury bus. We arrived at the hotel early in the morning, giving us a full day of free time before check-in. There was a fully equipped kitchen with several varieties of ramen, cereals with milk, and a large coffee machine with an LCD touch dispenser. We enjoyed the amenities they offered and relaxed comfortably in the living room-styled lobby. The front desk team was incredibly helpful in answering all my questions and making my family feel right at home. The Glocaloca is situated in the heart of Seoul, it provided easy access to key attractions, dining options, and transportation, making our visit both convenient and enjoyable. Glocaloca has its own laundromat offered free on each floor. The room was spacious for the four of us and impeccably clean. All staff members demonstrated a high level of professionalism and friendliness. In particular, I would like to mention Jung-Eun (Heidi), and Justin who went above and beyond to assist my family with concierge help. I will certainly recommend your hotel to anyone traveling to Seoul, Korea. Thank you once again for making my family's visit a memorable one.
I really enjoyed my stay. I hope to return. The room is stylish and clean. The service is exceptional. I really enjoyed the common room and its kitchen. I made good use of the coffee machine. Really one of my favorite places to stay. I enjoyed it’s location in Seoul.