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whalero provides a restaurant and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

5.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

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Room options

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Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A modern interior with a wooden floor, a seating area with cushions, a small table, and a sliding door.

whalero 402

  • 41 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 King Bed

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Room

whalero 201

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A modern hotel room with a large window, a bed, a bedside table, and a mirror.

whalero 301

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room

whalero 401

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a bathroom, and a stone accent wall.

whalero 202

  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern hotel room with a bed, bedside table, and a small kitchenette area.

whalero 203

  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a small stool.

whalero 302

  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a mirror, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

whalero 303

  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Gangseo-gu, a neighborhood in Seoul, is home to whalero. Lotte Mall Gimpo Airport and Myeongdong Street are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Yeouido Hangang Park and Dongdaemun History and Culture Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Gocheok Sky Dome or Incheon Munhak Stadium. Visit our Seoul travel guide
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21 Hwagok-ro 44ga-gil, Seoul, Seoul, 07663

What's nearby

  • A traditional Korean gate with intricate designs and multiple levels, set against a backdrop of lush green mountains.
    Gyeongbokgung Palace
    32 min drive - 13.1 miles
  • Traditional Korean architecture with tiled roofs and wooden structures, set against a backdrop of modern buildings and a mountain.
    Bukchon Hanok Village
    35 min drive - 13.8 miles
  • A busy market street with numerous flags and signs in various languages.
    Namdaemun Market
    37 min drive - 11.4 miles
  • Korea SGI Gangseo Cultural Center
    4 min drive - 0.8 miles
  • Juyeong Bowling Center
    7 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Haengsin Station
    11 min drive
  • Hwagok Station
    14 min walk
  • Gimpo Intl. Airport (GMP)
    20 min drive

Restaurants

  • 서브웨이 강서경찰서점
    3 min walk
  • 명가냉면
    2 min walk
  • 물고기자리
    1 min walk
  • 블랙벤자민 (Black Benjamin)
    3 min walk
  • Caffé bene
    4 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • 웨일로W다이닝

Family friendly

  • Baby bath

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Meal delivery service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an access code
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Bed sheets fee: KRW 20000 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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 debit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Is whalero pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at whalero?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

What time is check-out at whalero?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is whalero located?

Located in Gangseo-gu, this hotel is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from LG Arts Centre and within 6 mi (10 km) of Lotte Mall Gimpo Airport and Haneul Park. MBC Headquarters and Gocheok Sky Dome are also within 6 mi (10 km). Hwagok Station is 14 minutes by foot and Ujangsan Station is 16 minutes.

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Reviews

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Amenities

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Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 2 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026