Title: Myeongdong Merlin Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=3124&destination=Seoul%2C+South+Korea&selected=13109214&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Myeongdong Merlin Hotel Travelers sip complimentary coffee or tea in the welcoming lobby while planning adventures to nearby Dongdaemun History and Culture Park ## Photo gallery for Myeongdong Merlin Hotel ![Deluxe Family Namsan View | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds - Myeongdong Merlin Hotel (Seoul)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13110000/13109300/13109214/4605a67a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Family Namsan View | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds - Myeongdong Merlin Hotel (Seoul)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13110000/13109300/13109214/24757847.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception - Myeongdong Merlin Hotel (Seoul)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13110000/13109300/13109214/303922f1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Point of interest - Myeongdong Merlin Hotel (Seoul)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13110000/13109300/13109214/6354fed7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Double Room (N Tower View) | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds - Myeongdong Merlin Hotel (Seoul)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13110000/13109300/13109214/44e8b3b5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located in central Seoul, Myeongdong Merlin Hotel offers a convenient base with free WiFi in every room. Guests appreciate the express check-in, relaxing lobby refreshments, and practical luggage storage. Visitors consistently praise the helpful multilingual staff. ## Reviews 7.4 Good ## Popular amenities - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Housekeeping - 24/7 front desk £108 includes taxes & fees 1 Apr - 2 Apr ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-21&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=13109214&PinnedHotelID=13109214&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-21&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=13109214&PinnedHotelID=13109214&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-22&endDate=2026-03-23&selected=13109214&PinnedHotelID=13109214&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-22&endDate=2026-03-23&selected=13109214&PinnedHotelID=13109214&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=13109214&PinnedHotelID=13109214&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=13109214&PinnedHotelID=13109214&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=13109214&PinnedHotelID=13109214&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=13109214&PinnedHotelID=13109214&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 2 beds 3+ beds 1 bed Showing 8 of 8 rooms ### Deluxe Triple Room - Mountain view - 323 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room ![Deluxe Twin Room | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13110000/13109300/13109214/665fb909.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Twin Room - Mountain view - 269 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Deluxe Family Namsan View ![Deluxe Family Namsan View | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13110000/13109300/13109214/4605a67a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Family Namsan View - Mountain view - 377 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 5 - 1 Double Bed and 3 Single Beds ### View all photos for Standard Twin Room ![Standard Twin Room | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13110000/13109300/13109214/cac96c40.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Twin Room 7.0 Good 2 reviews - 215 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Double Room (N Tower View) ![Double Room (N Tower View) | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13110000/13109300/13109214/05436308.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room (N Tower View) 8.0 Very good 1 review - Mountain view - 269 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Family Room, 1 Bedroom ![Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13110000/13109300/13109214/247e69ac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room, 1 Bedroom - City view - 377 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Deluxe Family City View ![Deluxe Family City View | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13110000/13109300/13109214/f605dfab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Family City View 10.0 Exceptional 1 review - City view - 377 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 5 - 1 Double Bed and 3 Single Beds ### View all photos for Premier Triple Room ![Premier Triple Room | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13110000/13109300/13109214/3f1e12df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Premier Triple Room - Mountain view - 323 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Visit our Seoul travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Seoul.dx178308) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C37.56241%2C126.99910&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=W3JskMxaOWktauJ9cP-coWIypJA=) 245, Toegye-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul, 04559 ### What's nearby - ![come here for some mouthwatering Korean street food...all under one big roof!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3124/7c932c08-6438-43f8-9ab9-2fbdf523e9dc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Gwangjang Market 10 min walk \- 0.5 miles - ![View N Seoul Tower and the Seoul Fortress Wall.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/508055/290db582-7449-46a6-8c85-07967491bd2d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Namsan Mountain Park 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles - ![Dongdaemun Market showing street scenes, markets and nightlife](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6080017/dc1543a2-894f-4636-bdd7-977d929eab4a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Dongdaemun History and Culture Park 14 min walk \- 0.8 miles - ![Myeongdong shopping street at night in Seoul. Seoul, South Korea, 2015.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635974882735/59891133-120b-4437-ab1e-cf7f7503ac14.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Myeongdong Street 16 min walk \- 0.9 miles - Korea House 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles ### Getting around - Chungmuro Station 6 min walk - Seoul Station 9 min drive - Seoul (ICN-Incheon Intl.) 64 min drive ### Restaurants - 복정집 2 min walk - Starbucks 2 min walk - 존라멘 1 min walk - Mukjung 4 min walk - 영덕회식당 2 min walk ## About this property ### Myeongdong Merlin Hotel Hotel near Gwangjang Market Located close to Dongdaemun History and Culture Park and Myeongdong Street, Myeongdong Merlin Hotel has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also find perks such as: - Express check-in, a 24-hour front desk and coffee/tea in reception - A lift, a water dispenser and luggage storage - Multilingual staff - Guest reviews say good things about the helpful staff Room features All 77 individually furnished rooms boast comforts, such as premium bedding and heated floors, in addition to perks, such as first-run films and laptop-friendly workspaces. 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Turndown service ### 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 - Lift - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible path to lift - Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk ### More - 12 floors - Built in 2016 ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Blackout drapes - Down comforter - Frette Italian sheets - Pillowtop mattress ### Bathroom - Designer toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Rainfall showerhead - Shower - Slippers - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 40-inch LED TV with cable channels - DVD player - First-run films ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Refrigerator - Separate dining area ### More - Access via exterior corridors - Air conditioning - Connecting rooms available - Desk - Electrical adapters - Heated floor - Heating - Individual decor - Individual furnishings - Iron/ironing board on request - Laptop workspace - Phone - Separate sitting area - Soundproofed rooms - Window screens ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM Early check-in subject to availability Early check-in is available for a fee Express check-in available Minimum check-in age - 19 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Late check-out subject to availability Late check-out fee: KRW 10000 ### Special check-in instructions The property charges 10 per cent for credit card payments Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome 1 child, up to the age of 7 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability) - Late check-out fee: KRW 10000 (subject to availability) - Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 10 per cent The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 and cash Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation ### National rating Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services. ### Property is also known as Chungmuro Residence Hotel Seoul Chungmuro Residence Hotel Chungmuro Residence Seoul Myeongdong Merlin Hotel Seoul Myeongdong Merlin Seoul Myeongdong Merlin Hotel Myeongdong Merlin Hotel Seoul Seoul Myeongdong Merlin Hotel Hotel Hotel Myeongdong Merlin Hotel Chungmuro Residence Hotel Myeongdong Merlin Hotel Hotel Myeongdong Merlin Hotel Seoul Myeongdong Merlin Hotel Hotel Seoul ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Myeongdong Merlin Hotel pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Myeongdong Merlin Hotel? ### How much is parking at Myeongdong Merlin Hotel? ### What time is check-in at Myeongdong Merlin Hotel? ### What time is check-out at Myeongdong Merlin Hotel? ### Where is Myeongdong Merlin Hotel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Myeongdong Merlin Hotel Reviews 7.4 ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 7.0 Cleanliness ### 7.8 Location ### 7.6 Staff & service ### 6.8 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 44 8 - Good 70 6 - Okay 38 4 - Poor 21 2 - Terrible 12 ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Renee 30 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Love the view from my room and everything else was amazing ##### Renee Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Danica 16 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities This hotel was such a good find! The price was perfect and the rooms were always clean. Everything we wanted to do in town was in walking distance and the subway was super close as well!! The managers were really friendly and made us feel at home!! Definitely recommend 10 out of 10 !! Will definitely be coming back here from my next trip! ##### Danica Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### kristen 2 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great location. Good value for the money. ##### kristen Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Mei Lan Carol 17 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Disliked: Amenities Location was good. The hotel was a little old and slightly run down, however it was clean and tidy , and the hosts were very friendly . ##### Mei Lan Carol Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Deanna Fae 27 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Hotel room was nice and spacious if not a little weird, staff were helpful and friendly and location was good! Bed was big but verrry solid! Over all we enjoyed our stay! ##### Deanna Fae Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Rachel 12 Apr 2025 Liked: Staff & service, room comfort #### Great location The hotel is in a great location, 5 minute walk from the airport bus and nearest metro, and a few seconds to the bus stop that will take you into Myeongdong or Dongdaemun. The view from my room on the 9th floor was beautiful and one of the best things about my stay. The room itself is not the prettiest or most welcoming-looking, and the bed was very hard compared to what I'm used to, but I got used to it quickly and I had a really nice time there. The staff are also super friendly, and I was even allowed to check in 2 hours before the official time as my room was already ready. This was great after having travelled for 17 hours and not something I've experienced at any other hotel I've stayed at in Korea. ##### Rachel Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rose 11 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Merlin has magic in its staff While the Merlin is not 5 star, the service is awesome, it’s an older building but what it lacks in appearance is more than compensated by the helpfulness of the manager and other staff. People who complain that it’s old should spend more of their money and go to some fancy hotel where the service can be very impersonal. The Merlin is small but the personnel have big hearts. I definitely would check in here should I visit again. ##### Rose Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Amarjargal 21 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Room comfort #### For me I wanted to repair the place where I stayed for 4 nights. size, cleaning, and service are no problem. The color of the wallpaper and the place seemed very old. The toothbrush was bad, I thought I needed a big towel. the location was beautiful ##### Amarjargal Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Forrest 15 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Love the view and location. The man at the front desk was super nice and accomidating. ##### Forrest Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Judilyn 17 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This was our first stay at South Korea. The staff was helpful and friendly. The hotel was close to the subways and bus. There was also a emart next door. The location was perfect . ##### Judilyn Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 Verified ### 4/10 Poor #### Mei Leng 13 Oct 2023 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The hotel needs serious renovation. The hotel interior is very old. ##### Mei Leng Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jared 28 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The staff was immensely helpful. I had an issue not related to the hotel at all and they went above and beyond and helped me resolve it. ##### Jared Stayed 1 night in May 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Judilyn 17 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This was our second time staying at this hotel. Everyone liked it the first time and so we stayed there again. We were happy to come back to a familiar place. The hotel also has a scale to weigh our luggage. This helped us sort through things before we took the nearby airport bus. ##### Judilyn Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Lela 16 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Provided free water ##### Lela Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Xiao Lin 25 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service The place looks like a student residence, in my room the sink in the kitchen area is not working. The location is good, close to subway. ##### Xiao Lin Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Justin 5 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Decent location, 5 min walk from Chungmuro subway, clean, helpful staff, good facilities. Laundry machine was broken. ##### Justin Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023 Verified ### 2/10 Terrible #### Yae sup 5 Nov 2022 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities So frustrated! They need to be remodeling all. So, so, poor and dirty. ##### Yae sup Verified ### 4/10 Poor #### John 15 Oct 2023 Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities The sink and washer were both broken they were way to relaxed about security. The code to my room, and many rooms was 1234\. When I asked for a new key I didn’t show ID. Just gave them my room number and they printed one out. The worst part was that the pillows and mattress were incredibly uncomfortable. Can’t get past that. ##### John Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### GERVACIO 1 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities 1st time in Seoul for our group. The photos on the website were not what we expected. Room was rather small and could have used some refurbishment. There was a loft, but you could not stand there… I had to crawl from the ladder to my bed. What made up for the room was the staff. Very helpful! They provided free bottled water and had a laundry service across the street for us. The hotel was close to one of the subway stations and rather convenient. Would we stay there again?…. Probably not as it was too small for us. What made it okay was the staff’s friendliness and we were only there to shower/sleep since we were out the whole 7 days we stayed there. Also, get a room on the opposite side of the street as the sun makes the room very warm (even with the A/C) on. ##### GERVACIO Stayed 7 nights in May 2024 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### MAEDA 31 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities 飲み物やおやつが無料でした！ ##### MAEDA Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026 Verified ### 2/10 Terrible #### Akito 3 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities 床暖だけで、暖房は操作できませんでした、さぶかったです。 スタッフは過ごす優しい人たちでした！ ##### Akito Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### nori 29 Nov 2025 初の韓国一人旅で利用させてもらいました。 口コミにも書いてある通り、シャワーカーテンがないので気をつけて浴びないといけないのがマイナス。浴室ドアに隙間が空いているので廊下の方までびしょびしょ。あとは床暖房が効いているけどエアコンで調整できないので布団の中に入っていないと寒い。風呂入ってすぐ寝るならいいけど、少しお酒飲んで寝ようとしたら寒かった。 チェックインは日本語ペラペラな女性が対応してくれて韓国語話せなくても安心です。親切に対応していただきました。 バス停も近いので、部屋にこだわりなく寝るための部屋として利用するには良いです。 ##### nori Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### MAKOTO 24 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness フロントスタッフの方が大変フレンドリーで感じかよかったです。地下鉄の駅にも近く、移動も便利でした。 ##### MAKOTO Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Shinji 19 Oct 2025 Disliked: Property conditions & facilities コスパが良くない。スタッフは日本語、英語が堪能！ ##### Shinji Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### TOMOTAKE 16 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities 韓国ソウル旅行のベースとしてエクスペディアで予約しました。 エクスペディアからは明確な予約確定通知が来なかったので直電で予約確認をした上で訪れました。 ロケーションは最寄りの駅が「忠武路」で明洞からは一駅、ソウルからも三駅の好立地でした。 バス停もすぐ近くにあり大変便利でした。 ご人家族なのでどんな部屋かと心配していましたが、いざチェックインしてみると最上階のロフト付きの部屋で、下層にはシングルベッドが3つ、ロフトにマットの寝床が2つと言う設定でした。 アメニティーは歯ブラシと髭剃り以外は揃っていたかと思います。 何よりフロントのオバサマとオジサマがとても愛想が良く親切で、その上ロビーには無料のミネラルウォーターと朝はコーヒーとバナナケーキが振る舞われとても助かりました。 ベッドは硬めですが総評価としてはかなり好印象でした、お勧めです。 ##### TOMOTAKE Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > - 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