Jazz Around Hotel

From our viewpoint, this property tried hard (and mostly succeeded) to provide value-for-money accommodation in Jeonju. The studio apartment we stayed in was large enough, fully furnished and clean, with an interesting layout. We opted for a unit with a balcony, and although the view was not great, it was refreshing to step out, now and then, for some air. There was a minor bathroom issue. We were delighted to discover that our unit was equipped with a sunflower shower head. Unfortunately, every time we used it, the bathroom floor became wet and slippery. The shower drainage system, which looked elegant, did not work as intended. We requested/used for lots of floor mats. Location-wise, we appreciated the following: - A CaffeBene outlet downstairs; - Two 24-hour convenience stores just round the corner; and - Lots of eateries within walking distance in every direction (although not all may have English menus or English-speaking staff). However: - As noted by other reviewers, the hotel is in an "interesting area" (but the streets did not feel unsafe). - After we arrived at the Jeonju bus station, 2 taxis turned us down before we managed to book a ride with a nice elderly gentlemen... even after we showed the name of the hotel in Korean and displayed a map printout. Which may not necessarily be the hotel's fault, but it did raise our eyebrows (slightly). - The Jeonju Hanok Village was always a taxi ride away. That said, upon arrival in the village, the Nambu Market, Jeondong Cathedral and Pungnammun Gate are in the vicinity. During our stay, the counter staff were responsive and friendly. While things did get lost in the translation occasionally, some patience and smiles all round worked things out, most of the time. Bottom-line: BJA offered good value, but there is room for some improvements.