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How could four different people end up crossing the same path?

Hotel Seoul is facing the biggest financial problem in the history of their operation. When President Cui died, Jin-young convinced Tae-jun to come back and work as the hotel's general manager. Even though not everybody in the management is open to the idea, others still believed in his capabilities and strategies. They thought that he is the answer to their prayers.

Bok-man, President Cui's business rival, has always had an eye on Hotel Seoul. He hired Frank, a hotel-purchasing specialist from Vegas, to go over with the transactions. On his way to Korea, he met Jin-young which, coincidentally, works for the hotel he will be working on. He stayed at Hotel Seoul to get first hand information. As he works his way in, he became closer to Jin-young. Not knowing Frank's motive, she fell in love with him easily.

Every time Yun-hee, daughter of Bok-man, has some misfortunes, Tae-jun always comes to the rescue. Impressed of his kindness, she fell for him. She applied for work, through the help of Rong-qi, to be closer to Tae-jun. She kept her relation to Bok-man a secret so others won't treat her differently. But her dad got furious when he found out. She was forced to quit under the condition that the hotel staff would be released from jail for the trouble they got into.

Frank continued his research on his project. His scheme was revealed when a staff accidentally found evidence. Jin-young decided to break up with him thinking that his feelings for her were never true and that he used her for his work.

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Because of Frank's deep feelings for Jin-young, he withdrew his commitment to the project and tried to win her heart back. He showed his sincerity when he helped Hotel Seoul get up on its feet. Eventually, with the help of the staff led by Tae-jun, the hotel became more stable.

Even though Rong-qi has always been there for Yun-hee, she gets blinded by her love for Tae-jun. Seeing that the hotel is his life, she would rather give up her dad's own freedom just for his sake. The information she provided became their best defense against Bok-man's illegal dealings.

After all the problems were settled, Frank continued proving his good intentions to Jin-young. He planned to go back to the US and would want to start a new life with her. Following her heart, she accepted but she can't seem to leave her first love, the hotel. After giving it some thought, she decided to be with him but it was too late. Frank left broken hearted.

Jin-young didn't regret her decision of staying in Korea. She loves the hotel and the staff so much. But if only she could have both ends - her profession and her love - it would be much better. This dream came about when Frank returned to Korea to be with her.

In the end, everything worked out well. All four had settled their differences and managed to work things out for the sake of their passion, the hotel. Yun-hee went to Vegas to pursue Hotel Management. Frank and Jin-young became more in love than ever. And Tae-jun got his life back, Hotel Seoul.

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It took me almost three months to finish this series. There's something about the story that keeps me away from watching it. The first two episodes were so boring and the rest were simply dragging. Maybe because I don't have interest in hotel management. But when they got into the climax, I got all hooked up - after 12 mind-numbing episodes. Well, it's about time.

Why is that all of Song Hye-kyo's character always end up with the same man I like too. Do we have the same fate with men? I love Tae-jun' character. I don't blame Yun-hee for going gaga over him. He is such an ideal man. He is so smart even under pressure and has a kind heart.

I didn't like the hanging ending when Yun-hee was just staring at the plane and smiled. Who did she end up with? Did Tae-jun come with Rong-qi to Vegas? I would like it if she'll come to her senses and choose Rong-qi instead. They look cuter together. And besides, Rong-qi earned it.

On the other hand, I liked it when they decided to end the love triangle favoring Frank and Jin-young. Based on the way the story went, they deserve to be with each other. Besides, it would look forced if she picks Tae-jun because from the very beginning, their romance doesn't have any chemistry. No spark at all.

This series have some good points but if you are looking for fast-paced story, this ain't it.

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ARTICLES

KOREA.NET

The airing of the drama, which deals with the duties and love affairs of hoteliers, in Qatar came as the ministry has been making efforts to enhance South Korea's image in the Islamic world after Seoul's dispatch of 3,600 troops to Iraq as part of the U.S.-led coalition in the war-torn nation.

"We hope airing Hotelier will help introduce our culture in Qatar and contribute to enhancing exchanges of broadcast and culture between our country and Middle Eastern nations," the spokesman said.

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OST

01. Hotelier
02. Ah Chim (Morning) - Kang Chul [ lyrics ]
03. Geu Dae Nae Ge Oh Neun Nal (The Day We Meet) - Kang Chul [ lyrics ]
04. Ji Kil Soo Uhb Neun Yak Sok (Unkept Promise) - Kang Chul [ lyrics ]
05. Sarang Eul Wi Ha Yuh (For Love) - Kang Chul [ lyrics ]
06. Geu Dae Nae Ge Oh Neun Nal (The Day We Meet) - Saxophone
07. Nul Wi Han Na (Me For You) - Kang Chul [ lyrics ]
08. You're Like Sunshine - Heaven Sent [ lyrics ]
09. I'll Come Back - Stone Rain [ lyrics ]
10. Pyun Han Ga Yo (Feeling at Ease) - Son Hyuk [ lyrics ]
11. Haeng Bok (Happiness) - Kim Shi Nae [ lyrics ]
12. Ji Kil Soo Uhb Neun Yak Sok - Piano
13. Hopes And Dreams
14. Geu Dae Nae Ge Oh Neun Nal (The Day We Meet) - Duet
15. Love Come True - Cello
16. Promise - Saxophone
17. Epilogue

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DIALOGUES AND QUOTES warning: may contain spoilers

[ YUN-HEE TO TAE-JUN ]
If you avoid the ball that is coming towards you, you will never be able to score. In other words, if you avoid love that is coming towards you, there's no need to be scared. I have not thrown the ball to you yet.

JIN-YOUNG: Enough, enough. I can't decide if you are Hotel Seoul's General Manager or Yun-hee's bodyguard.
TAE-JUN: Or Yun-hee's personal bodyguard? We just had a major incident here and all you can think of is your big date? Just because you didn't get to meet him, you...
JIN-YOUNG: Enough! It's over now. Because I did not turn up, his feelings for me are probably gone. Perhaps it's better for us this way. Perhaps we are destined to end here. But I still can't stop thinking of him. What? Don't look at me like this. I'm telling you all this only because it's you. Nevertheless, Tae-jun, you are really a good friend. You are the best thing that happened to me at Hotel Seoul. I missed out on all my chances for love. All I can do is sigh. I'm pitiful, am I not? Han Tae-jun, Shin Dong-hyuk... I lost them both.

[ FRANK TO JIN-YOUNG ]
I have said this would be our last chance! Is it all I am to you? Am I so unimportant that you can give up this last chance for us to be together? I really thought we could at least have a chance to talk things over calmly so that you can hear my side of the story. I was waiting for you. But you didn't appear. Even if I have lied to you before, could you not trust me just this once? Am I so unworthy in your eyes? Do you know what absolute trust is? Do you? "Believe in the unbelievable" That is what absolute trust is. Miss Jin-young, thank you for showing me your true self today.

[ TAE-JUN AND HOTEL SEOUL ]
Here is where I play, have fun, and grow. Here I set my goal to be a Hotelier. Here I met the woman I thought I wanted to go through life with. Here, this Hotel has more stories and memories than my home. You can't imagine my ties to the Hotel. I cannot allow my friends to be ruined. So, please let them go. Please pardon the people I love and the people who love me. Don't let misfortune befall them.

YUN-HEE: General Manager is almost perfect. But he has a shortcoming. He does not know how to accept help. You help others yet when it's your turn to need help, you reject others who are willing to help you. Those around you will be tired too. Ah, looks like both of us are tired today. My Dad told me for the sake of the 10% happiness in life, we have to spend 90% of the time working for it. Adopt this attitude then.
TAE-JUN: He is right.
YUN-HEE: It'll be ideal if we can swap the ratio.
TAE-JUN: Everyone lives this way. For Hoteliers, even the last 10% is meant for the happiness of others. Treat these as your own convictions. Just believe that one day, all will come back, 10 times of what you have given.

[ JIN-YOUNG ON LOVE ]
Can a woman be in love with two men? One makes me feel comfortable. The other looks lonely and I have the urge to pull him into my arms. Can't I be in love with both of them?

[ YUN-HEE ON THE HOTEL ]
I like this Hotel. It's like my home, a place where I can relax. If I am chased away from here, it's like I'm being left out on the streets. I'm scared of this feeling of homelessness. There is nowhere else like here. There is no warmer place than here, not school, not home. There is really nowhere else like this place. The bully like Mi Hee, Manager Yoo, Kind Jung Shik... I like to work with them all. To joke with them that's how I pass each day at a time. This routine has become an important part of my life. How can I give it all up?

FRANK: I feel that Han Tae-jun is wealthier than me. I envy him somehow. He has the things that I've always wanted and he likes doing things for others but doesn't know how to take care of himself.
JIN-YOUNG: As a result, many people appear alongside him. I don't mean that you are alone, all by yourself. Sorry.
FRANK: It's all right. You spoke the truth. I hope to have someone to share with me.

TAE-JUN: Will you be happy?
JIN-YOUNG: With him? Although I am not sure, it is what everyone looks forward to… when a couple meets and finds happiness. I don't know... about the years to come… but I know he needs me.
TAE-JUN: Will you or he really attain happiness? All of us have the right to look for happiness. If you find happiness with him, you should go to him. No matter what others say, the most important person is yourself.

FRANK: Do you feel happy when you are with Han Tae-jun?
JIN-YOUNG: We are only friends now.
FRANK: I don't see it this way. Tae-jun's shadow may have disappeared from your heart, but your shadow is still in his.
JIN-YOUNG: No, I disagree.
FRANK: I know I am right. I have conquered the river called "Hotel Seoul". I didn't expect to meet a mountain called "Han Tae-jun". However, the path I shall be taking has already been pre-destined.

[ THE PROPOSAL ]
I'm a direct man. I don't go around in circles. Nothing is left if I take away the thoughts and feelings. I'll remember your kindness. As I have said earlier, I have used all my money to buy Hotel Seoul's shares. Due to various reasons, I can't sell the shares now. So other than the one-month advanced rental for Sapphire and a few suits, I have nothing much left now. I have not even prepared our house for you. I am left with practically nothing now. I have walked a long distance. Finally, I am here, in front of you. Jin-young, I love you. Please, marry me?

YUN-HEE: You sound as if this is the first time you are setting eyes on me. We are meeting today. I am leaving tomorrow. Is this the only way to leave a lasting impression for each other? To like a person. To love a person. Does time matter?
TAE-JUN: That varies among different people.
YUN-HEE: If that is true love, will it change even after a long time has passed?
TAE-JUN: That differs from one person to another.
YUN-HEE: Everlasting love, Love forever... Is there such a thing?
TAE-JUN: I have not conducted such an experiment.
YUN-HEE: What is the love that can't be realized?
TAE-JUN: Marriage?
YUN-HEE: Does marriage refer to the completion of love?
TAE-JUN: It could be...
YUN-HEE: Then what is divorce?
TAE-JUN: It could be a wrong marriage. If marriage is completion, then it shouldn't be wrong.
YUN-HEE: Thus, marriage is not completion. True love is. When you love a person, this is completion. I can attain this.

[ FRANK'S FAREWELL LETTER ]
I just can't lose you. After I leave you, wherever I go and whatever I do, I just can't lose you. Since I can't think of this as the last time we see each other, I left without saying good-bye. You showed someone who was lonely and tired what warmth and caring is. So, I can't lose you.

FRANK: Are you waiting for me? I am also waiting for you. May I check in now?
JIN-YOUNG: How long do you plan to stay here?
FRANK: Forever I want to be by your side forever.

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