Essential Korean Phrases: Hotel Check-in (Check-out) Edition

Hey travelers! Ready to make your hotel stay in Korea a breeze? Whether you're checking in for a weekend getaway or bidding farewell after an unforgettable stay, mastering some key Korean hotel phrases will ensure smooth sailing from start to finish! So, let's dive in and unlock the secrets to hassle-free hotel interactions! 💼✨

 

 

1. 체크인 하려고 합니다 (Chekeu-in haryeogo hamnida) - I'd like to check in

🔊 Pronunciation: Chae-keu-in ha-ryeo-go ham-ni-da

• Translation: I'd like to check in
• Example Conversation:
  • You: "체크인 하려고 합니다." (Chekeu-in haryeogo hamnida) - "I'd like to check in."
  • Hotel Staff: "네, 예약 확인해 드리겠습니다." (Ne, yeyak hwagin-hae deuri-gessseumnida) - "Sure, let me check your reservation."

 

2. 방 예약했어요. (Bang yeyakhaesseoyo.) - I have a reservation

🔊 Pronunciation: Bahng yeh-yak-hae-sseo-yo.

• Translation: I have a reservation
• Example Conversation:
  • You: "방 예약했어요?" (Bang yeyakhaesseoyo?) - "I have a reservation."
  • Hotel Staff: "네, 성함과 예약 번호를 알려주세요." (Ne, seongham-gwa yeyak beonhoreul allo-yo-ju-se-yo) - "Sure, could you please provide your name and reservation number?"

 

3. 이 방에 무료 와이파이가 있나요? (I bang-e muro waipaiga issnayo?) - Is there free Wi-Fi in this room?

🔊 Pronunciation: Ee bahng-eh moo-ro wa-ee-pai-ga iss-na-yo?

• Translation: Is there free Wi-Fi in this room?
• Example Conversation:
  • You: "이 방에 무료 와이파이가 있나요?" (I bang-e muro waipaiga issnayo?) - "Is there free Wi-Fi in this room?"
  • Hotel Staff: "네, 무료로 제공됩니다." (Ne, moo-ro jae-gong-doe-im-ni-da) - "Yes, it's provided free of charge."

 

4. 체크아웃 하려고 합니다 (Chekeu-awt haryeogo hamnida) - I'd like to check out

🔊 Pronunciation: Chae-keu-awt ha-ryeo-go ham-ni-da

• Translation: I'd like to check out
• Example Conversation:
  • You: "체크아웃 하려고 합니다." (Chekeu-awt haryeogo hamnida) - "I'd like to check out."
  • Hotel Staff: "네, 먼저 객실 청소를 확인하도록 하겠습니다." (Ne, meonjeo gaeksil cheongsoleul hwagin-ha-do-rok ha-gess-seum-ni-da) - "Sure, let me first check the room for cleaning."

 

5. 영수증 주세요 (Yeongsujeung juseyo) - Please give me a receipt

🔊 Pronunciation: Yeong-soo-jeung ju-se-yo

• Translation: Please give me a receipt
• Example Conversation:
  • You: "영수증 주세요." (Yeongsujeung juseyo) - "Please give me a receipt."
  • Hotel Staff: "네, 여기 있습니다." (Ne, yeogi itsseumnida) - "Sure, here you go."

 

With these handy phrases up your sleeve, checking in and out of hotels in Korea will be a breeze! So, pack your bags, book your stay, and get ready for a fantastic adventure in the Land of the Morning Calm! 🌟✈️