10 Top-Rated Hotels in Seoul

August 12, 2022 Kaleigh Reichenbach

A city looking to the future yet rooted in the past, Seoul is a vivacious and energetic place that’s shining brighter than ever. Whether you're shopping, partaking in culture, eating great food, or reliving history, Seoul’s many facets appeal to all tastes and preferences. Its wide ranging neighborhoods, from the winding alleys through ornate traditional Korean homes in Samcheongdong, to the blinding neon lights reflecting off the skyscrapers of Gangnam, showcase just how multi-layered and varied the city is. It’s easy to see why so many visitors become hooked after experiencing the charms of Seoul.
Restaurants in Seoul

1. Toyoko Inn Seoul Dongdaemun No.2

325, Toegye-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul 04565 South Korea
Excellent
67%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
17%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 12 reviews

Toyoko Inn Seoul Dongdaemun No.2

Bad Customer service

Reviewed By Cliaclia1

That’s my first stay at Toyoko Inn , to be fair , it’s spacious and well located . Breakfast is also good but then I am bot so happy about my stay . I went out in the morning and returned to the hotel at around noon to drop off my stuffs . I actually waited for 8 minutes for the elevator when I left again !!! 8 minutes ! Because they locked BOTH elevator for their house keeping !! That’s totally ridiculous !! I complained to the reception staffs that night and they don’t seems to care and only tell me to write an email to complain and NOONE ever reply my complaint email . Very good customer service! And they play music at the floor’s corridor from 8am which you can hear so clearly inside the room that’s totally annoying ! 中午回去放下戰利品, 再離開時在電梯大堂等了8分鐘!!! 足足8分鐘!因為他們把兩部電梯鎖了用作house keeping ! 我要投訴職員也愛理不理的 一個日本集團這樣服務態度我還滿驚訝的

2. Hotel PJ Myeongdong

71, Mareunnae-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul 04548 South Korea
Excellent
58%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 2639 reviews

Hotel PJ Myeongdong

We, Hotel PJ, have always tried our best to provide our guests with high-quality service and convenience. Located favorably in the center of Seoul, our hotel is equipped with comfortable guest rooms and various entertainment facilities. Under these optimum conditions, we will requite to our guests by best service and support. Our guest rooms are more comfortable and spacious than any other hotel in the same class and provide an executive floor designed for business visitors. It will be ready in order to meet the diverse need ofour guests and provide all the facilities and services. Services: Key card for guestroom and elevator, LCD TV, safety box, electric kettle, balcony (in some guestrooms), fabric refresher, water purifier/ice machine on each floor, free Wi-Fi access, tea cups, tumbler, ice pail, electric bidet, bathtub, complimentary mineral water/tea.

Great location but service is lacking

Reviewed By YvonneLSY

My husband and I are staying at Hotel PJ Myeongdong for close to a month. The hotel is great for its location and affordable price, but the service was disappointing for a 4-star hotel, for a few reasons as listed below. Pros: - Location is awesome. Near enough to all the main attractions (shopping street, local food, food markets) and public amenities such as the Line 2 subway. - Convenience store and cafe located right below the hotel and a coin laundry room, which is very helpful for long stays. - Room is a comfortable size, with a bathtub and smart TV with Netflix installed. Cons: - An item of great sentimental value to us was taken from our room (likely during a cleaning round, but this was not explained to us). The item was eventually tracked down and returned to us after two days, but only after we had incessantly called the front desk to ask them to take action. They had initially said it could not be found. - Some cleaning staff would walk into our room immediately after ringing the doorbell, without waiting for a response. - A cleaning staff walked into our bathroom while it was being used (she did not knock before entering) - The hotel gym and business centre are closed (according to the front desk, due to COVID-19 restrictions), which is inconvenient for us as we need to use the business centre to print our travel documents. When we asked the front desk if they could help print the documents for us since the business centre was closed, they told us no. Overall, it’s a good hotel to live in if you can overlook its shortcomings as above, but in our opinion, it can and should do better.

3. Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun

71, Sambong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul 03150 South Korea
Excellent
61%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1216 reviews

Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun

Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun is located in the Gwanghwamun area of Jongno-gu, the "roots" of Seoul's history, economy and culture. This area is not only close to many public agencies and foreign embassies, including Seoul City Hall, Central Government Complex and Ministry of Foreign Affairs but it is also packed with Korea's representative traditional and cultural elements, including the four royal palaces (Gyeongbokgung Palace, Gyeonghuigung Palace, Changgyeonggung Palace and Changdeokgung Palace), Jongmyo Shrine, Namdaemun Gate, Insadong, Samcheongdong and Bukchon Hanok Village. Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun is only a five-minute walk away from Cheonggyecheon, a venue for various seasonal festivals representing Seoul and you can also walk from nearby subway stations such as Jonggak Station (line 1), Gwanghwamun Station (line 5) or Anguk Station (line 3) to many famous tourist attractions. Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun operates a total of 339 guest rooms and facilities, including the Lobby, Lobby Bar, Meeting Room, Business Corner, Buffet Restaurant and Fitness Center. The hotel boasts a panoramic view of Jogyesa Temple in downtown Seoul and Samcheong-dong. The Cafe, a buffet restaurant, features a seating capacity of 108 and serves breakfast and lunch buffets.

beautiful place to stay

Reviewed By bagelkiyo

It was the best hotel in Seoul I stayed at so far. Good location and the room was very clean with a good price. I also got a discount on staying and dining through an app called DealightMe. I recommend it to all tourists in Korea and I would love to visit again.

4. Nine Tree Premier Hotel Myeongdong II

28, Mareunnae-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul 04555 South Korea
Excellent
59%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1087 reviews

Nine Tree Premier Hotel Myeongdong II

We are providing business travelers with the optimal place to relax with reliable service at a reasonable price. Nine Tree Hotel Premier Myeong-dongⅡ is in the heart of Korea’s fashion Mecca, Myeong-dong, which is also a convenient starting point for any downtown destination. Equipped with three meeting rooms and 408 premium guest rooms, the friendly and helpful staff speaking Eng,Jpn,Chn.

Excellent service!!

Reviewed By Silversurfer3478

Quick spontaneous night out with my wife taking advantage of their meerkat offer which proved good value - food is ok and prices reasonable. The service from our waitress was excellent however and we would revisit for that reason alone! Our only regret was that we did not catch her name so she could be recognised but the owners! (Dark hair, shoulder length about 18?)

5. Shilla Stay Guro

596, Siheung-daero, Dongjak-gu, Seoul 07074 South Korea
Excellent
76%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
1%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 690 reviews

Shilla Stay Guro

Shilla Stay Guro Adjacent to Korea's largest digital industrial complex, Shilla Stay Guro has many guests who visit while on a business trip or a medical service tour. It is located 40 minutes away from Gimpo Airport by public transportation and the nearest subway station is a mere 5-minute walk away from the hotel, providing favorable access to the hotel and this that enables you to get to many urban attractions such as Myeongdong, Itaewon and Insadong within an hour. The hotel is only a 15-minute drive away from Gocheok Skydome, a venue for Hallyu festivals and international events. Additionally,, and its proximity to the Outlet Town in Gasan Digital Complex, consisting of large outlet malls such as Mario Outlet and Hyundai Outlet, where you can buy from over 1,000 big-name fashion brands for prices discounted by as much as 40-80%, makes the hotel ideal for tourists who seek value for their money in their shopping and sightseeing. Shilla Stay Guro operates a total of 310 guest rooms and facilities, including the Lobby, Meeting Room, Business Corner, Buffet Restaurant and Fitness Center. The Cafe, a buffet restaurant located on the 2nd floor, features a seating capacity of 104 and serves breakfast, brunch and dinner buffets.

It was wonderful rest and service in Shilla Stay Guro

Reviewed By Jong Hyuk L

Happy Birthday 2nd Anniversary for 2021 i was so tired by people & businesses. and i found really good business hotel, after all it was the best rest and hotel ever for one day & person. Please Go there and Stay one night. U will know what i mean.^.~ P.S> I am really appreciate its for working some people in Hotel. a) Total Reservation Parts: Especially thanks to Miss Lee Seul Gi total reservation manager (이슬기 총괄 예약부 매니저님) - she was taking care of me everything, even no reponsiblilities work. All my love for you. I am really appreciate about everything. ;-) b) Front Desk Parts: Gang Hee Gee Frontdesk Manager (강희지 프론트데스크 매니저님) - she helped me to take my lots of heavy stuffs, borrowed wheelbarrow, and took my starbucks iced coffee from desk to room. Thanks a lot. ;-) c) Restaurant Parts: Min Kyeong Chan manager (민경찬 매니저님) - i was very hungry, so ate a lot, so was busy to take so many foods on my dishes. And i flowed espresso on the desk buffet table. Suddenly he came there quickly and cleaned everything, even no complain on face and kept forcus face. d) Restaurant Parts: Lim Seo En manager (임서은 매니저님) - i think she looks very tired for taking care customers, but she cleaned well and taken forcus face also. These peole was so amazed me and empressed Happy feeling for Shilla Stay Guro, and as i say and promised to you. I WILL ALWAYS TO STAY THERE OFTEN AND APPRECIATE YOUR SETVICES. It was so Happy Time for me.

6. GLAD Mapo

92, Mapo-daero, Mapo-gu L Floor, Seoul 04168 South Korea
Excellent
88%
Good
10%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 995 reviews

GLAD Mapo

GLAD MAPO is located in the business of Seoul. It's a new alternative for the smart urban traveler

fantastic staying

Reviewed By jooyeono208

the room conditions was really great, and they have a fantastic view. I could see the Han-river. the space of the room was enough for two people. Also there are many interesting restaurants near this hotel. I think these characteristics of this hotel are things people want when they have to stay in hotel.

7. Tmark Grand Hotel Myeongdong

52, Toegye-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul 04634 South Korea
Excellent
59%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1394 reviews

Tmark Grand Hotel Myeongdong

Tmark Grand Hotel, Seoul is the only deluxe hotel this prime, fast-emerging business and commercial district of Myeongdong in the center part of Seoul. Located in an ideal place with good access to public transportation, guests have good access to downtown and enjoy business and culture. It is just 10-minutes walk away from Myeongdong and is surround by cultural tourist attractions, such as Namdaemun.

Home from home

Reviewed By Maggie M

We recently stayed in the TMark Grand on our trip to Seoul. We initially booked for one week with the intention of touring other areas, but after a change to our schedule we needed to return to Seoul and without hesitation we booked the TMark for the remainder of our trip. Why? put simply it was pleasant, unobtrusive, welcoming and everything we needed for our visit. The rooms were comfortable, clean with amble space. The staff were helpful and respectful. It was a home from home for us and a hotel we will always return to if we return to Seoul, thank you x

8. Shilla Stay Seodaemun

76, Chungjeong-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul 03738 South Korea
Excellent
59%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1156 reviews

Shilla Stay Seodaemun

Shilla Stay Seodaemun is adjacent to Sungnyemun Gate and Namdaemun Market to the south, Deoksugung Palace and Seoul City Hall to the east and Ehwa Womans University Fashion Street and Shinchon, hot places for the younger generationyoungsters, to the west. Located about a 50-minute drive away from Gimpo International Airport, Shilla Stay Seodaemun is only a 10-minute drive away from four royal palaces (Deoksugung, Gyeongbokgung, Gyeonghuigung and Changdeokgung) and a 20-minute drive away from Myeongdong. In particular, only 30 minutes away from Yeonnam-dong, Sangsu-dong, Hapjeong and Hannam-dong, beloved neighborhoods full of small unique galleries, restaurants and cafes, Shilla Stay Seodaemun is the best choice for tourists who wishdesire to enjoy a slow life and leisurelyfree tour. Shilla Stay Seodaemun operates a total of 319 guest rooms and facilities, including the Lobby, Meeting Room, Business Corner, Buffet Restaurant and Fitness Center. The Family Twin Room (54 rooms) provides a comfortable resting space for families. The Cafe, a buffet restaurant located on the first basement floor, serves breakfast, lunch, brunch and dinner buffets.

Noice stay for my Korea trip

Reviewed By Kue L

My stay here at the Shilla Stay seodaemun was a great experience! All of the staff members were very nice, respectful, and knowledgeable!! Shout out to Mr. Raon (front desk) he helped out a lot and gave exquisite service, also he was very patient with all questions! I would definitely recommend although the room was a but small it was perfect for me being one guest! Hotel amenities were available when I arrived decent gym and laundry room!

9. Hotel Skypark Kingstown Dongdaemun

20, Jangchungdan-ro 13-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul 04563 South Korea
Excellent
59%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1101 reviews

Hotel Skypark Kingstown Dongdaemun

Hotel SKYPARK Kingstown Dongdaemin is a luxury class hotel based in seoul's city center. The hotel is located minutes from the dongdaemin Culture and History Park Subway Stations. One of the merits of staying at Hotel SKYPARK Kingstown Dongdaemin is its prime location. From Dongdaemun Market to Cheonggyecheon Stream, guests have easy access to these, plus many more popular sightseeing destinations from right outside the hotels entrance. Moreover, Hotel SKYPARK Kingstown Dongdaemin is equipped with a banquet hall, various facilities and high-class rooms for your most comfortable stay.

I was quarantined here.

Reviewed By DonRubiel

So I had to be at my room all the time due to quarantine. I think the experience was positive, I had warn meals 3 times at day. They lend me an adapter and a Ethernet cable. Wifi is not stable but with the Ethernet cable everything was working. I hope to visit one day this hotel without being in quarantine!

10. Nine Tree Premier Hotel Insadong

49, Insadong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul 03145 South Korea
Excellent
67%
Good
14%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
8%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 36 reviews

Nine Tree Premier Hotel Insadong

NINE TREE PREMIER HOTEL INSADONG is the third branch of Nine Tree Hotel, the business brand of Parnas Hotel Co., Ltd. specialized in hotel businesses. It is located in the best spot for convenient visits to Gyeongbokgung, Insa-dong, Gwanghwamun, and Cheonggyecheon Stream, representing the beauty of Korea. Located in Insadong full of Korean tastes and relaxations in the dynamic daily life of a splendid city, Nine Tree Hotel provides good rest and Korean traditional stylishness. It includes 301 super delux first class guestrooms and 4 meeting rooms as well as the all-day dining restaurant, Loungy 9, and rooftop garden.

Chic and Modern 4-star

Reviewed By Raymond H

Nine Tree is really nine/10 for location, bed comfort and service. Modern and chic hotel with loads of cafes, restaurants and accessible to nearby subway (Jongno-3ga & Anguk Station). I love the bed so much , it was so comfortable wished I can stay under the comforter whole day but I have to wake up to see the sights of nearby Palaces and Hanok Village which are just stones throw away from the hotel. Insadong, the pedestrian street is just outside the hotel which is extremely convenient. The only setback we had was the unpredictable air-condition temperature. I woke up sweaty at night due to the weird temp settings. It can be chilly cold and uncomfortable warm out of sudden. The bathroom is rather small and without a single hook to hand my clothes. There are few of my not-so-nice experience in nine tree. Did I mention the free usages of lounge that served free coffee where I conducted few online meetings while vacationing in Seoul. Definitely will return to Nine Tree!

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