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WECO STAY Namsan (Standard Double)

서울특별시, South Korea · Entire serviced apartment · 2 guests · WECO STAY Namsan, Superhost

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You'll face severe elevator congestion and maintenance issues that other guests confirmed across different visit lengths. Of the 121 low reviews we read, 54 mention access problems like 15-30 minute elevator waits, and 21 mention maintenance issues including broken appliances and bathroom smell—problems that appeared in both low and high ratings, confirming they're real.

What the stars hide

Elevators severely congested during peak hoursaccess

The building houses many Airbnb units but only two small elevators. Guests report 15-30 minute waits during busy times, especially at checkout. This is confirmed across both low and five-star reviews.

Source: reviews · Guest mentions: 54 of 121 low reviews · Latest: September 2026
Maintenance problems not fixed promptlymaintenance

Guests report broken appliances (induction oven, electrical outlets), bathroom ventilation odors, and cleaning issues (dust, loose hairs). Requests for repairs went unanswered. This appears in both low and five-star reviews.

Source: reviews · Guest mentions: 21 of 121 low reviews · Latest: September 2026
Space smaller than photos suggestaccuracy

Guests note the unit is cramped for two people, with especially tight bathrooms. Photos appear larger than reality. The listing does not emphasize the compact size.

Source: reviews · Guest mentions: 14 of 121 low reviews · Latest: September 2026
Air conditioning insufficient in summer heatmaintenance

Multiple guests reported the AC felt inadequate during hot weather, leaving rooms warm and stuffy. The host attributed this to heatwaves but other nearby properties did not have the same issue.

Source: reviews · Guest mentions: 5 of 121 low reviews in last 12 months · Latest: January 2026
Missing common amenitiesaccuracy

Guests found no iron, vacuum cleaner, toothbrush, or toothpaste included, which other similar listings provide. The listing does not clearly state what is excluded.

Source: reviews · Guest mentions: one recent low review · Latest: September 2026

Listing language, decoded

often occupied elevator
long waits to use the lift
weird smell coming from the ventilation system in the bathroom
odor from bathroom air circulation
cosy apartment
very small but functional
Trend
Slipping

Access and maintenance complaints persist through September 2026 with no improvement despite the high volume of reviews.

Host response

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