Where to Stay in Seoul

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Updated: July 6, 2023
By Santorini Dave

Our Favorite Hotels in Seoul

5-star: Four Seasons Seoul
4-star: Novotel Gangnam
3-star: Ibis Myeongdong
For families: Four Seasons
For couples: Lotte

Our suite at the Four Seasons Hotel in Seoul.

The 9 Best Hotels in Seoul

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1. Four Seasons Seoul

Hotel Phone: +82 2 6388 5000
Sophisticated, modern Korean aesthetic hotel, in a central location, close to Gwanghuamun square, having very spacious, high-tech rooms and suites with floor-to-ceiling windows, spa-like bathrooms with bathtubs & mirrors with built-in tvs, Espresso makers, mini-bars, PlayStation/Xbox (on request), and fantastic city & mountain views. Suites add living areas, walk-in closets and upgraded suites boast spectacular views (Gyeongbok Palace/N Seoul Tower) or dining areas, powder rooms and more, depending on the category. Within easy walking distance of a metro station, restaurants, many attractions, shopping, and cultural areas. Hotel has a speakeasy-style ‘hidden’ bar that’s very popular.

2. Park Hyatt Seoul

Hotel Phone: +82 2 2016 1234
Trendy hotel with an understated nature vibe (décor incorporating stone, wood, water), located in the Gangnam area (far from attractions), featuring sleek rooms and suites with floor-to-ceiling windows, deep soaking tubs, heated toilets seats & bidet systems, Espresso coffee machines, Bose bluetooth speakers and city views. Opt for higher floors for less noise/better views. Suites add lounge areas, dining tables and recliners and upgraded suites feature granite baths, Bang & Olufsen audio systems, gas fireplaces, and pantries. There’s a subway station exit right outside the hotel.

3. Grand Hyatt Seoul

Hotel Phone: +82 2 797 1234
Peaceful hotel set on a hill, with a mountain-hideaway vibe (surrounded by the Mount Namsan nature reserve) with affordable, modern rooms and suites featuring floor-to-ceiling windows, tea kettles, fridges, and panoramic city/Han river/Mt. Namsan views. Corner rooms are recommended for better views. Upgraded rooms have Grand Club Lounge access and suites add sitting areas and bathtubs. Hotel has an ice rink in winter and there are many nature trails for hiking nearby.

4. JW Marriott Seoul

Hotel phone: +82 2 62826262
Upscale hotel, conveniently set right above a department store and mall, having modern rooms and suites featuring coffee/tea makers, mini-bars, mini-fridges, bathtubs and city/river/mountain views. Upgraded rooms have Executive lounge access, as do all suites (adds sitting areas). Upgraded suites get walk-in closets and top end suites have whirlpool baths and pantry areas. Hotel is right next to the Express Bus Terminal and metro station.

5. Lotte Hotel

Hotel Phone: +82 2 771 1000
Well located near Myeongdong, this upscale hotel, connected to the Lotte department store & subway station, has neutral-toned, stylish rooms and suites with bidets in bathrooms, mini-bars and great views of downtown Seoul. Has a Club floor (rooms & suites) for business people with lounge access and a unique ladies floor (rooms & suites) solely for female travelers, with more colorful interiors. The top end Royal Suite has Nespresso coffee makers, Jacuzzis, and dry sauna. Surrounding area has plenty of shopping and entertainment.

6. The Shilla

Hotel phone: +82 2 2233 3131
Snazzy hotel with high-tech and suites featuring an urban design aesthetic, remote-controlled bidets and toilets, automatic shades, kettles, private bars, fridges, and city/Namsan mountain views (recommended). Upgraded rooms include Executive Lounge services. Suites add sitting areas and the specially designed Korean suites have warmed floors. Hotel has a Michelin-starred Korean restaurant and a lovely sculpture garden.

7. Westin Josun

Hotel Phone: +82 2 771 0500
Very centrally located in downtown Seoul, this top-notch hotel has luxurious, elegant rooms and suites with Nespresso coffee machines, mini-bars, fridges, bathtubs. Suite guests get Executive lounge benefits (free breakfast) and the special Korean suite (called the Renewal suite) has a Hinoki tub in the bathroom (lower-body bathing & foot baths). The top-end Presidential Suite has a full kitchen and jacuzzi. Superb location close to subway lines and department stores and within walking distance of historic landmarks, the Myeongdong shopping area, Namdaemun Market, and more.

8. THE PLAZA

Hotel Phone: +82 2 771 2200
Luxury boutique hotel in an excellent location in downtown Seoul, having tastefully designed, smallish rooms and suites with automatic bidets, bathtubs, HDMI/USB connectivity, automated lights & curtain controls, 24 hr IT butlers, Nespresso machines & hot pots (upon request), fridges with mini-bars and city views. Close to a metro stop and right in front of the Seoul City Hall & Seoul Plaza; it’s an easy walk to attractions, and the Myeongdong Shopping area.

9. Vista Walkerhill

Hotel Phone: +82 2 2022 0000
Chic hotel, at the foot of the Achasan Mountain, overlooking the Han river, with very bright, high-tech, super swanky rooms and suites having in-room tablets, intelligent voice recognition devices, digital control panels (curtains/lights), mini-bars, coffee makers, floor-to-ceiling windows and stunning river/mountain views. Spa rooms & suites have superb, windowside (in-room) whirlpool baths overlooking the river. Suites add living areas, round beds (some) and upgraded suites add dining tables, dressing rooms, home theater systems, Nespresso coffee machines, whirlpool baths, kitchenettes/kitchens, and private bars. depending on the category. Hotel is close to subway stations and has an outdoor botanical garden.