The Ambassador Seoul - A Pullman Hotel

Stayed four rather rainy nights at the Ambassador after almost two decades of not visiting the country. The property sits in a relatively quiet neighborhood with no nearby (adjacent) malls. In fact, the nearest convenience store (it’s a CU) is maybe 100 or so meters away through the “back door” heading to the multi-story car park. Just turn right and head downhill. The nearest subway is around a five minute walk (also downhill) on the main entrance side. We arrived around noon and with check-in only at 2 pm, we grabbed lunch in the hotel as we didn’t see anything nearby. There’s also a bar just across the main road called “Bar Soon”. A bunch of us had a very enjoyable night cap as the hotel lounge was already closed when we got back the first night. We had a deluxe room on the 14th floor. Good sized and with very decent wifi. There’s the usual fridge, kettle and coffee machine. Those used to instant coffee should bring your own. The bathroom had a bathtub and shower area. The shower head is placed quite high though and not really adjustable. The heated toilet seat is an engineering marvel that not only has a bidet function but also warm air for drying purposes. Due to environmental reasons, toiletries are no longer provided though there’s the usual liquid soap and shampoo and body lotion etc. For a donation, one can still get shavers and toothbrushes at the reception area. We had a very comfortable bed with easy controls by the bedside. We really like that the room is brightly lit enough when all the lights are on instead of dim rooms in some hotels. The curtains are also controlled by the bedside console. There are multi-power socket and USB slots for international travelers and thus no need for adapters. There’s even a wireless charger on one side. All-in-all, a pleasant hotel with everything one needs and staffed by very well trained and courteous employees. However, those coming to shop might want to find somewhere a little more conveniently located? If needing to call for a ride, we preferred the K-ride app rather than Uber. Just seems a little easier to use and less confusing when selecting pick-up points. Do note there are two properties with the words “Pullman”, “Seoul”, “Ambassador”. Very easy to pick the wrong property as found out by several of our friends.