Best Hotels in South Korea
Lotte Tower
The best hotel in South Korea is the Lotte World hotel. I was super impressed with that hotel and super modern decor and high class feel. Attached to the hotel is a full fledged shopping mall and even it’s at a great location in the city.
I listed the best hotels by the 4 most popular cities in South Korea: Busan, Daegu, Incheon, and of course Seoul.
Busan
Park Hyatt Busan
It’s a 5 star hotel that features seafront views, floor-to-ceiling windows, a natural garden-inspired indoor pool, and various dining options, including a steak and seafood grill.
Location: Haeundae-gu, Busan, South Korea
Pricing: Average rates for a room per night are typically around $239, but prices can vary depending on the room type, season, and booking platform.
Amenities: The hotel includes amenities such as an indoor pool, a sauna, a fitness center, two restaurants, and a bar/lounge. Rooms are equipped with free WiFi, wired internet, refrigerators, and flat-screen TVs.
Room Types: Various options are available, including king bed rooms, ocean view rooms, family suites, and executive rooms.
Proximity to Attractions: Close to Gwangalli Beach and Haeundae Beach, and near the Busan Yachting Center and Shinsegae Centum City.
Average Price Range: Prices for a weeknight average around $390 and for a weekend night around $500. However, prices can be lower during off-peak seasons such as April and higher in peak months like October.
Hotel Policies: Check-in time is after 3:00 PM, and check-out time is before 11:00 AM. Cancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.
Nearby Hotels: Other hotels in close proximity include Signiel Busan, Ananti at Busan Cove, Paradise Hotel Busan, and The Westin Josun Busan.
Official Website: For more detailed information and to book a room, you can visit the Park Hyatt Busan's official website.
The Westin Josun Busan
Located at Haeundae Beach, it offers 24-hour room service and fitness center, multiple dining options, and direct beach access.
Location: Haeundae-gu, Busan, South Korea
Pricing: Average rates per night start at around $165, but prices can vary based on room type, season, and booking platform.
Amenities: The hotel offers amenities such as an indoor pool, a children's pool, a health club, a spa tub, and four restaurants. Rooms are equipped with free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, minibars, and refrigerators.
Room Types: Options include Deluxe Rooms, Family Rooms, King Bed Rooms with views, Grand Suites, and Executive Rooms.
Proximity to Attractions: Close to Haeundae Beach, Dongbaek Island, and Gwangalli Beach.
Average Price Range: Weeknight prices average around $285, and weekend night prices average around $325. Prices can be lower during off-peak seasons like January.
Hotel Policies: Check-in time is after 3:00 PM, and check-out time is before 12:00 PM. Cancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.
Nearby Hotels: Nearby options include Signiel Busan, Ananti at Busan Cove, and Paradise Hotel Busan.
Official Website: For more detailed information and to book a room, visit The Westin Josun Busan's official website.
Grand Josun Busan
A five-star hotel with vintage elegance and contemporary design, ocean views, a beachside grill, and an indoor pool.
Location: Haeundae-gu, Busan, South Korea
Pricing: Prices start at around $192 per night, but rates can vary depending on room type, season, and booking platform.
Amenities: This 5-star hotel features amenities like an indoor and outdoor pool, a full-service spa, fitness center, and two restaurants. Rooms are air-conditioned and equipped with free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, and private bathrooms.
Room Types: Options include various city and ocean view rooms, deluxe king rooms, kids suites, premier rooms, and corner suite rooms.
Proximity to Attractions: Near Haeundae Beach, Marine City, and Busan Museum of Art.
Hotel Policies: Check-in and check-out times as well as cancellation policies vary based on the room type and provider.
Nearby Hotels: Other nearby hotels include Paradise Hotel Busan and Signiel Busan.
Official Website: For more detailed information and to book a room, you can visit the Grand Josun Busan's official website.
Daegu
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Daegu Marriott Hotel
A modern skyscraper with three restaurants, an indoor pool, a sauna, and a range of bedroom options including a Presidential Suite.
Location: Dong-gu, Daegu, South Korea
Pricing: Average rates start at around $175 per night, but prices can fluctuate based on room type, season, and booking platform.
Amenities: This 5-star hotel features an indoor swimming pool, a fitness center, free private parking, and a bar. It offers free WiFi, room service, a 24-hour front desk, a business center, and a concierge service. A buffet breakfast is available.
Room Types: Various room options include the M Club Room, Premium Deluxe Guest Room, Deluxe Guest Room, One-Bedroom Executive King Suite, and more.
Proximity to Attractions: Located 4.9 miles from E-World and close to Daegu Spavalley and Dongdaegu Station.
Hotel Policies: Check-in and check-out times as well as cancellation policies vary based on the room type and provider.
Nearby Hotels: Other hotels in the vicinity include Daegu February Hotel Dongdaegustation and Daegu Grand Hotel.
Official Website: For more detailed information and to book a room, you can visit the Daegu Marriott Hotel's official website.
Incheon
Grand Hyatt Incheon
It’s right near the Incheon airport. Over 1000 rooms including suites, a kids' playground, swimming classes, and a variety of dining options.
Location: Jung-gu, Incheon, South Korea
Pricing: Average rates start at around $72 per night, but prices can vary based on room type, season, and booking platform.
Amenities: This 5-star hotel features two swimming pools, a free airport shuttle, free WiFi, free parking, spa, family rooms, non-smoking rooms, bar, and an excellent breakfast. It also offers recreational facilities like a fitness center, a sauna, and a children's pool.
Room Types: Various options include King Rooms with Club Access, Deluxe King Rooms, Grand Deluxe King Suites, Twin Rooms, Family Rooms, and different suites with city and airport views.
Proximity to Attractions: Located a few minutes' drive from Incheon International Airport and close to SKY72 Golf Club and Eurwangni Beach.
Hotel Policies: Check-in time is after 3:00 PM, and check-out time is before 11:00 AM. Cancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.
Nearby Hotels: Nearby options include Best Western Premier Incheon Airport and Hotel Hu Incheon Airport.
Official Website: For more detailed information and to book a room, you can visit the Grand Hyatt Incheon's official website.
Gyeongwonjae Ambassador Incheon
Located in Songdo, it features Honok-style architecture, modern Korean decor, and an on-site restaurant serving authentic Korean cuisine.
Location: Yeonsu-gu, Incheon, South Korea
Pricing: Average rates start at around $134 per night, but prices can fluctuate based on room type, season, and booking platform.
Amenities: This luxury boutique hotel offers a terrace, garden, dry cleaning/laundry services, a restaurant, an outdoor entertainment area, a gym, and free in-room WiFi. It also provides free self parking, bike rentals, a 24-hour front desk, and meeting rooms.
Room Features: Rooms include heated floors, laptop-friendly workspaces, air conditioning, separate sitting areas, LED light bulbs, eco-friendly cleaning products, bathrooms with rainfall showers, eco-friendly toiletries, and 55-inch LED TVs with cable channels.
Proximity to Attractions: Located close to Songdo Central Park and Green Climate Fund office. It's also near popular attractions like NC Cube Canal Walk, Tri-bowl, and Songdo Convensia Convention Center.
Hotel Policies: Check-in time is after 3:00 PM, and check-out time is before 11:00 AM. Cancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.
Nearby Hotels: Nearby options include Songdo Central Park Hotel and Holiday Inn Incheon Songdo.
Official Website: For more detailed information and to book a room, you can visit the Gyeongwonjae Ambassador Incheon's official website.
Seoul
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Park Hyatt Seoul
Located in the financial district with unique glass walls, it offers rooms with BOSE sound systems and Nespresso machines, and a pool on the 24th floor.
Location: Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Pricing: Average rates start at around $271 per night, but prices can vary based on room type, season, and booking platform. Some sources indicate a price of $317 or $255 per night.
Amenities: This luxury hotel features an indoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and a restaurant. It offers valet parking, a sauna, a bar/lounge, and a coffee shop. Rooms include free WiFi, iPod docking stations, DVD players, separate sitting areas, down comforters, premium bedding, and 32-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels.
Room Types: Options include King Rooms with views, High Floor Rooms, Deluxe King Suites, Deluxe King Rooms, Deluxe Twin Rooms, King Suites, and Park Suite Twins.
Proximity to Attractions: Close to Starfield COEX Mall, COEX Convention and Exhibition Center, Lotte World, and Seonjeongneung Royal Tombs.
Hotel Policies: Check-in time is after 3:00 PM, and check-out time is before 11:00 AM. Cancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.
Nearby Hotels: Nearby options include Grand Intercontinental Seoul Parnas, The Shilla Seoul, Four Seasons Hotel Seoul, Conrad Seoul, and others.
Official Website: For more detailed information and to book a room, visit the Park Hyatt Seoul's official website.
Banyan Tree Club and Spa
Near Namsan Mountain, offering relaxation pools, a range of spa treatments, and multiple dining options.
Location: Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Pricing: Average rates start at around $346 per night, but prices can vary based on room type, season, and booking platform. Some sources indicate a price of $406 per night.
Amenities: This luxury eco-certified hotel offers a swim-up bar, rooftop terrace, coffee shop/cafe, a full-service spa (Banyan Tree Spa), 3 restaurants, an indoor and outdoor pool, and a gym with yoga classes and aerobics classes. Other amenities include a hair salon, dry cleaning/laundry services, and free WiFi.
Room Features: Rooms include comforts such as premium bedding, air conditioning, free WiFi, and safes. They also offer city views, flat-screen TVs, cable or satellite TV, CD players, DVD players, and facilities for children.
Proximity to Attractions: Close to Namsan Park, N Seoul Tower, Dongdaemun History and Culture Park, Dongdaemun Design Plaza, and Myeongdong Street.
Hotel Policies: Check-in time is after 3:00 PM, and check-out time is before 11:00 AM. Cancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.
Nearby Hotels: Nearby options include Sofitel Ambassador Seoul Hotel & Serviced Residences, Josun Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Seoul Gangnam, and others.
Official Website: For more detailed information and to book go to their website.
Grand Hyatt
Features a swimming pool, ice rink, sports courts, a kids' club, and a variety of dining options.
Location: Yongsan-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Pricing: Average rates start at around $216 per night, but prices can vary based on room type, season, and booking platform.
Amenities: This 5-star hotel features a full-service spa, outdoor tennis courts, and an indoor pool. It offers six restaurants, a coffee shop/café, a snack bar/deli, a bar/lounge, free WiFi in public areas, and a business center. The hotel also has a fitness center, spa services, a terrace, garden, and an outdoor picnic space.
Room Types: Options include Twin Rooms, King Rooms with Club Access, Corner Twin Rooms, Grand Executive Suites, Corner King Rooms, Grand King Suites, and rooms with Mountain or River Views.
Proximity to Attractions: Near Namsan Botanical Garden, Leeum Samsung Museum of Art, Itaewon Antique Furniture Street, N Seoul Tower, and War Memorial of Korea.
Hotel Policies: Check-in time is after 3:00 PM, and check-out time is before 11:00 AM. Cancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.
Nearby Hotels: Nearby options include The Shilla Seoul, Lotte Hotel Seoul, InterContinental Seoul COEX, and others.
Official Website: For more detailed information and to book a room, visit the Grand Hyatt Seoul's official website.
Fairmont Ambassador
Located on Yeouido Island, with views of the Yeouido skyline and Han River, and a rooftop bar.
Location: Yeongdeungpo-Gu, Seoul, South Korea
Pricing: Average rates start at around $283 per night, but prices can fluctuate based on room type, season, and booking platform. Some sources indicate a price of $242 per night.
Amenities: This 5-star hotel offers an indoor pool, fitness center, free private parking, a restaurant, bar, 24-hour front desk, ATM, and free WiFi. It features an onsite spa, conference space, laundry facilities, and concierge services.
Room Types: Options include Fairmont Deluxe King Rooms with Urban City View, Fairmont Gold King Rooms, One-Bedroom Signature King Suites, Fairmont Twin Rooms, and Two-Bedroom Premier King Suites.
Proximity to Attractions: Located close to The Hyundai Seoul, Yeouido Hangang Park, Hongik University, Noryangjin Fish Market, and Lotte Outlets Seoul Station.
Hotel Policies: Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM, and check-out time is by 11:00 AM. Cancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.
Nearby Hotels: Nearby options include The Shilla Seoul, Four Seasons Hotel Seoul, Conrad Seoul, and others.
Official Website: For more detailed information and to book a room, visit the Fairmont Ambassador Seoul's official website.
Conrad Seoul
Part of the International Finance Centre, offering a spa, hair salon, gym, and multiple dining options.
Location: Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Pricing: Average rates start at around $231 per night, but prices can vary based on room type, season, and booking platform.
Amenities: The hotel offers executive lounge access, family rooms, interconnected rooms, river and city views, business center, concierge service, room service, an indoor pool, spa and wellness center, fitness center, restaurant, bar/lounge, free parking, and EV charging station.
Room Types: Available room types include Executive Rooms, Premium Rooms, King Executive Suites, Grand Suites, Deluxe Rooms, and accessible rooms, all offering luxury amenities such as deep soaking tubs, rainfall showerheads, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibars, and flat-screen TVs.
Proximity to Attractions: Located near Noryangjin Fish Market, War Memorial of Korea, National Museum of Korea, Namdaemun Market, and N Seoul Tower.
Hotel Policies: Check-in time is after 4:00 PM, and check-out time is before 11:00 AM. Cancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.
Nearby Attractions: The hotel is close to Yeouido Park, IFC Mall, Yeouido Hangang Park, and various dining and shopping options.
Official Website: For more detailed information and to book a room, visit Conrad Seoul's official website.
Four Seasons Seoul
Ideal for larger parties with two-bedroom suites, a spa, and a variety of dining options including Italian and Cantonese.
Location: Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Pricing: Average rates start at around $463 per night, but prices can vary based on room type, season, and booking platform.
Amenities: This hotel offers an indoor swimming pool, free WiFi, non-smoking rooms, private parking, fitness center, spa, 5 restaurants, a 24-hour front desk, and a bar. It also features free parking, a fitness center with a gym, a pool, a coffee shop, and various dining options.
Room Features: The rooms have allergy-free room options, blackout curtains, air conditioning, additional bathrooms, desks, coffee/tea makers, flat-screen TVs, soundproof rooms, bathrobes, housekeeping, and minibars.
Proximity to Attractions: Located near Gwanghwamun Plaza, Gyeongbokgung Palace, Sejong Art Center, Cheonggyecheon Stream, and the city hall.
Hotel Policies: Check-in and check-out times as well as cancellation policies vary based on the room type and provider.
Nearby Hotels: Nearby options include various other hotels within the vicinity.
Official Website: For more detailed information and to book a room, you can visit the Four Seasons Hotel Seoul's official website.
Signiel Seoul (Lotte Tower Hotel)
Occupying floors 76-101 of the Lotte World Tower, offering luxurious stays with spectacular views. I love this hotel! Underneath the hotel is a huge luxury mall.
Location: Songpa-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Pricing: Average rates start at around $191 to $198 per night, but prices can vary based on room type, season, and booking platform.
Amenities: The hotel features an indoor swimming pool, free WiFi, family rooms, non-smoking rooms, free parking, a fitness center, 2 restaurants, and a bar. Rooms include a private bathroom, flat-screen TV, cable or satellite TV, streaming service, and more.
Room Types: Options include Deluxe Twin Room, Club Twin Room, Deluxe Family Twin, Deluxe Double Room, Club Double Room, Deluxe Suite Double Room, Junior Suite Family Twin, and various rooms with lake views.
Proximity to Attractions: Close to Lotte World, Olympic Park, Jamsil Baseball Stadium, and other Seoul attractions.
Hotel Policies: Check-in time is after 3:00 PM, and check-out time is before 11:00 AM. Cancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.
Official Website: For more detailed information and to book a room, visit the Lotte Hotel World's official website.
Tiya Booker in Lotte Tower
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These hotels cater to a range of preferences, whether you're looking for luxury, business amenities, or cultural experiences.