Sep 21, 2014, 11:02 pm
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Fitness Facility Closed Every First Monday
The first Monday of the month, the hotel's fitness facility is closed. Please contact the hotel for further information.
The first Monday of the month, the hotel's fitness facility is closed. Please contact the hotel for further information.
The Westin Josun Seoul, South Korea [Master Thread]
May 8, 2023, 4:07 pm
#436
Join Date: Dec 2003
Location: St. Paul, MN
Programs: Walmart Super Elite
Posts: 727
May 9, 2023, 1:09 am
#437
Join Date: Feb 2020
Location: USA
Programs: MB Ambassador, WOH Globalist, HH Diamond (Aspire), AA Gold, UA (*G) Gold
Posts: 5,188
Yep, the Westin Josun is easily the epitome of what I look for in a hotel - namely, a wonderful Westin - hah! Needless to say, I loved the property and would return in a heartbeat. I would even stay here for two nights ;-)
Pros:
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Pros:
- Upgraded to an Executive Suite despite no rooms showing as available the night before arrival - the upgrade showed up mid morning before arrival
- The suite is tasteful with lovely light wood tones throughout (which I love), 1.5 bathrooms, and full bedroom separation
- Large desk and comfortable couch and furniture
- Amazing bed - just-right mattress, super fluffy covers, plush pillows
- Shower pressure was good
- Speedy WiFi - I downloaded the 16 GB new Zelda game on my Switch in less than an hour
- Large TVs with Android TV for applications, such as YouTube
- Nice views of the traditional building, Seoul Plaza, and other surroundings
- So many outlets with lots of 110 V and international options
- Brought some socks that came with my room package (cheapest rate I could find) - I Hate Mondays, ironically delivered on a Monday
- Told at check-in I would be receiving welcome points, restaurant breakfast, and the amenity - the same jerky, almond brittle, and wine others mentioned
- They asked about late checkout, and while they seemed a bit doubtful did give me the 2 PM I asked for
- Amazing desserts in the afternoon club lounge offering (I missed evening service) - the best macarons and choux puffs!!!!
- Restaurant breakfast (I did not try the lounge) was quite good - nice omelet station, tasty latte from the barista bar, really tasty waffles and chocolate croissant
- Really soft and obviously new towels
- Just the most immaculate vibes
- Nothing
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May 9, 2023, 9:52 am
#438
Join Date: Feb 2020
Programs: AA EP, Marriott LTP
Posts: 14
I got lost on the way to this hotel on a cold rainy night a few years ago, my first visit to SK. The warm smile of the beautifully-attired porter who opened the door of my taxi at the Westin porte cochere is one of my fondest memories of Seoul.
Dec 1, 2023, 9:42 pm
#439
Join Date: Apr 2016
Location: Europe
Programs: ex-SPG Platinum, Marriott LG, *G United
Posts: 245
A nice stay, good location, I always like to return here The photos just above are accurate. Very busy this weekend. No upgrade as Ambassador, but received a top floor king room.
Dec 2, 2023, 3:47 am
#440
Join Date: Feb 2020
Location: USA
Programs: MB Ambassador, WOH Globalist, HH Diamond (Aspire), AA Gold, UA (*G) Gold
Posts: 5,188
I was going to spend a night at the Four Points Myeongdong and the Aloft Myeongdong to try them out but decided to consolidate (and pay a lot more money) to just spend two nights at the Westin later this month. The vibes are immaculate. At least, my rate says it comes with a 2024 calendar ;-)
Dec 2, 2023, 4:07 am
#441
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Join Date: Mar 2013
Location: Parts Unknown
Posts: 10,054
I was going to spend a night at the Four Points Myeongdong and the Aloft Myeongdong to try them out but decided to consolidate (and pay a lot more money) to just spend two nights at the Westin later this month. The vibes are immaculate. At least, my rate says it comes with a 2024 calendar ;-)
Dec 20, 2023, 12:04 am
#443
Join Date: Feb 2020
Location: USA
Programs: MB Ambassador, WOH Globalist, HH Diamond (Aspire), AA Gold, UA (*G) Gold
Posts: 5,188
Updated impressions after my 2nd stay here:
I will be back.
Photos:
- Delightful property
- Porters are very friendly - one thought I was really cold (I was)
- No upgrade other than “Pagoda view” - no suites available online for my 2 nights
- Base room is less “wow” than the suites but still comfortable and functional with all of the expected furniture
- Bed is fantastic - the mattress really is just right - supportive with a slightly fluffy top that goes in as you press down with your body but doesn’t feel like you are falling - heavy covers that envelop you, plush pillows that aren’t too high or fat - slept fantastically
- Even with the half glass and shower tub combo, the shower had good pressure and the water didn’t leak onto the floor, surprisingly
- No AC, but it really was cold - windows can open and have insect shades - but older glass means the window side is colder regardless - means the room doesn’t feel stuffy or over-heated
- Welcome gift is points, breakfast, and gift (no choice) - the wine, jerky, and nuts really aren’t my thing - but I appreciate “getting all three choices”
- No issue with 4 PM late checkout
- Club lounge has the most delicious choux and macarons during afternoon snacks - no desserts during evening service, though
- Restaurant breakfast is very good with tasty omelets, good pancakes, barista lattes, good salmon, the tastiest sweet yet salty croissants, etc
I will be back.
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Dec 20, 2023, 4:17 am
#444
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Join Date: Mar 2013
Location: Parts Unknown
Posts: 10,054
ElevatorEnthusiast The standard rooms here are beating the renovated standard rooms at Grand Hyatt. At least, Josun doesn't make you pick between a bidet or a bathtub.
Dec 20, 2023, 5:37 am
#445
Join Date: Feb 2020
Location: USA
Programs: MB Ambassador, WOH Globalist, HH Diamond (Aspire), AA Gold, UA (*G) Gold
Posts: 5,188
ElevatorEnthusiast The standard rooms here are beating the renovated standard rooms at Grand Hyatt. At least, Josun doesn't make you pick between a bidet or a bathtub.
Dec 21, 2023, 1:54 am
#446
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Join Date: Mar 2013
Location: Parts Unknown
Posts: 10,054
This property will also upgrade to suites, if available (top tier elites). GH Seoul will only do so using a SUA and actively blocks or resists giving anything more than a one category to Globalists. I think Aria buffet is much better than Grand Hyatt's as well.
Jan 29, 2024, 6:33 am
#447
Join Date: Sep 2005
Programs: AC MM E50 , Former SPG, now Marriott LT Plat
Posts: 6,267
So I checked in today, and the Front Desk Clerk started to explain various features of the hotel.
I told him I have been staying here prior to his having been born ( my first stay was 1978), and that
I have over 50 stays at this property. He told me their records show that I have not been here before.
What gives? A new computer system, or a name/number mismatch, or???
I told him I have been staying here prior to his having been born ( my first stay was 1978), and that
I have over 50 stays at this property. He told me their records show that I have not been here before.
What gives? A new computer system, or a name/number mismatch, or???
Jan 29, 2024, 7:50 am
#448
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Mar 2013
Location: Parts Unknown
Posts: 10,054
So I checked in today, and the Front Desk Clerk started to explain various features of the hotel.
I told him I have been staying here prior to his having been born ( my first stay was 1978), and that
I have over 50 stays at this property. He told me their records show that I have not been here before.
What gives? A new computer system, or a name/number mismatch, or???
I told him I have been staying here prior to his having been born ( my first stay was 1978), and that
I have over 50 stays at this property. He told me their records show that I have not been here before.
What gives? A new computer system, or a name/number mismatch, or???
Feb 23, 2024, 7:54 pm
#449
Join Date: Aug 2021
Location: bay area
Programs: hyatt globalist
Posts: 68
3 in a room
Has anyone stayed here on points - 3 people in a room? Were there extra charges? It says there will be extra charges on site for 3 people in a room but not sure if it applies to points reservations