We have created a list with the best central luxury hotels in Seoul, South Korea. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Mia Dahl & Kent Berg. Updated February 2024.
Opened November 2022. Ideally located in the centre of Seoul, Le Méridien Seoul Myeongdong offers air-conditioned rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi and a bar. This 5-star hotel offers a business centre and a concierge service. The accommodation provides room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests. All guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a coffee machine. With a private bathroom fitted with a shower and a hairdryer, rooms at Le Méridien Seoul Myeongdong also have a city view. The units at the accommodation come with a seating area. Guests at Le Méridien Seoul Myeongdong can enjoy a buffet breakfast. At the hotel guests are welcome to take advantage of an indoor swimming pool. Popular points of interest near Le Méridien Seoul Myeongdong include Myeongdong Station, Myeongdong Cathedral and Dongwha Duty Free Shop. The nearest airport is Gimpo International Airport, 19 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Nice style. Cool. Comfortable beds. Grand opening from September 2018, Lotte Hotel The Executive Tower features accommodation with city views. Complimentary high-speed wired and wireless internet are available. Other convenient facilities include a reception desk and a luxury lounge. All rooms feature a flat-screen TV, minibar and a coffee machine. Private bathrooms come with a bath. Guests can enjoy a French cuisine with fresh ingredients at Pierre Gagnaire, a 3-star Michelin restaurant. The property has high-end venues for large-scale conference, wedding and business events. Lotte Hotel Seoul Executive Tower is located near the Myeongdong area, popular for numerous shopping and entertainment options. Gimpo International Airport is a 40-minute drive away while Incheon International Airport is an hour's drive from the property.Show full description
Creative. Great location. Great value. Set in the central area of Seoul, Aloft Seoul Myeongdong is 700 metres from Namdaemun Market. The hotel features a restaurant, a fitness centre and a bar. The property is located 1.1 km from Myeongdong Cathedral and 2 km away from Jogyesa Temple. Free WiFi is available. All air-conditioned rooms include a refrigerator, a flat-screen TV and a desk. Private bathroom comes with a bidet, a shower and a hair dryer. A continental or buffet breakfast is available each morning at the property. Speaking English and Japanese, staff at the 24-hour front desk can help you plan your stay. Aloft Seoul Myeongdong is situated 2.7 from Bangsan Market and Jongmyo Shrine. It is also about 2.3 km away from Dongwha Duty Free Shop. The property is pledged to make all guests including LGBTQ feel safe, welcome, and respected.Show full description
Elegant. Good breakfast. The Westin Josun Seoul Hotel is a 5-minute walk from the popular Myeongdong and 350 metres from the City Hall Subway Station. Located just behind Lotte Department Store Sogong Branch, this luxurious 5-star property offers an indoor pool, a spa and free parking on site. The smoke-free guest rooms are fitted with air conditioning, tea/coffee making facilities and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The en suite bathroom has free toiletries and a hairdryer. Guests can relax with a massage at the spa or unwind in the sauna room. Laundry and dry cleaning services are offered. The staff at the concierge desk can assist with making travel arrangements. The Ninth Gate Grille serves international dishes and features French specialities. Cantonese cuisine can be found at Hong Yeon. Aria provides international options. The Westin Josun Seoul Hotel is a 7-minute walk from the Namdaemun Market. Incheon International Airport is 70 minutes' drive and Gimpo Airport is 45 minutes' drive away.Show full description
Linked to Euljiro 1-ga Subway Station (Line 2) and Lotte Department Store, this luxury hotel provides 10 food and beverage options and rooms with an LCD TV. Guests can also make use of the fitness centre and spa. Modern rooms feature carpeted flooring and views of the city. They are equipped with a desk, minibar and safe. The private bathroom comes with a shower and bathrobes and slippers are provided. Guests can enjoy a variety of cuisines including French, Italian, Chinese and local specialties. La Seine offers an international buffet and a live kitchen. Peninsula Lounge & Bar serves beverage and dessert along with an afternoon tea set. Local dining and nightlife activities can be enjoyed in the nearby area. After a long day, a swim can be enjoyed at the indoor swimming pool or with a session in the sauna. A tour desk is available for day trip arrangements. Lotte Hotel Seoul is located within the Myeongdong area, which has numerous shopping and entertainment options. A 10-minute walk from the hotel leads to Namdaemun Gate and Namdaemun traditional market. Gimpo International Airport is a 40-minute drive away while Incheon International Airport is an hour's drive.Show full description
Creative. Very stylish. Cosy rooms. L'Escape Hotel is situated in Seoul and has a fitness centre and a bar. Boasting a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with a restaurant. Free WiFi is at guests' disposal. It is a boutique hotel where you can feel the Parisian sensibility and a hotel with elegant room design. All guest rooms are fitted with a flat-screen TV with cable channels, fridge, a coffee machine, a bidet and a wardrobe. Every room is equipped with a private bathroom. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Namdaemun Market, Noon Square and Seven Luck Casino.Show full description
Based on my research this is one of the most CREATIVE AND STYLISH hotels in Seoul.
Super central. Great breakfast. Great views. Popular among business travellers. Presenting boutique accommodation in central Seoul, the well-designed Plaza has free WiFi and an indoor pool. A 2-minute walk from City Hall Station, it offers easy access to the city centre. Beautifully decorated using modern design elements and soft colours, the air-conditioned rooms at The Plaza feature automated curtains and a large flat-screen TV. Each also comes with tea/coffee making facilities and room slippers. Guests may exercise at the well-equipped fitness centre or enjoy a relaxing massage at the spa. Besides free parking, the hotel also provides a business centre and laundry services. Taoyuen restaurant serves healthy oil-free Chinese dishes, while The Seven Square offers Mediterranean-style buffet. The Plaza is about an hour's taxi ride from Incheon International Airport. Shopping areas at Namdaemun and Myeongdong are less than 1 km from the hotel.Show full description
One of the most CENTRAL luxury hotels in Seoul. It also has a central location.
Opened February 2023. Well situated in the Jung-Gu district of Seoul, The Stay Classic Hotel Myeongdong is set less than 1 km from Myeongdong Station, a 15-minute walk from Myeongdong Cathedral and 300 metres from Namdaemun Market. The property is around 2.5 km from Changdeokgung Palace, 2.6 km from Jongmyo Shrine and 2.6 km from Gyeongbokgung Palace. The hotel features a fitness centre, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. Featuring a private bathroom with a bidet and a hairdryer, certain units at the hotel also provide guests with a terrace. A business centre and laundry facilities are available at The Stay Classic Hotel Myeongdong. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Dongwha Duty Free Shop, Jogyesa Temple and Seoul Station. The nearest airport is Gimpo International Airport, 19 km from The Stay Classic Hotel Myeongdong.Show full description
Highly elegant. Stylish. Friendly staff. Just steps from Gwanghwamun Plaza, Four Seasons Hotel Seoul boasts commanding city views and features 5 in-house dining, a state-of-the art fitness facilities and traditional Korean saunas. The royal Gyeongbokgung Palace, Sejong Art Center, Cheonggyecheon Stream and the city hall are all within a 10-minute walk from the luxurious 5-star hotel. All of the modern and stylish rooms and suites offer floor-to-ceiling windows with panoramic views of the historical city centre. There are a flat-screen LCD TV, remote-controlled drapes and an iPad Mini to access hotel services including 24-hour in-room dining. Guests can choose from Korean, Cantonese, Japanese, Italian or international fusion cuisine at Four Seasons Hotel Seoul. Bar Boccalino and Charles H. are ideal for enjoying an exotic cocktail or a vast selection of wine. Golf Experience allows guests to tee up indoors with 3-D renditions of the renowned golf courses around the world. Customised personal training is available at the fitness centre. Korean sauna facilities is located on the ninth floor and includes dry and wet sauna rooms, baths, a TV lounge and beds for midday naps. Reception and business services are available 24 hours at Four Seasons Hotel Seoul. WiFi is available free of charge. Valet parking is available at an extra charge. From Four Seasons Hotel Seoul, Gimpo Airport is a 40-minute drive and Incheon International Airport is a 70-minute drive west.Show full description
Newly opened, November 2023. Set in Seoul and with Myeongdong Cathedral reachable within 600 metres, Hotel Vert offers concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a fitness centre, free WiFi throughout the property and a restaurant. This 4-star hotel offers luggage storage space. The property is 600 metres from Myeongdong Station, and within 100 metres of the city centre. The units at the hotel come with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kitchen, a dining area, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a bidet, a hairdryer and slippers. Hotel Vert features certain units with city views, and the rooms are fitted with a kettle. At the accommodation all rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. Hotel Vert offers an à la carte or American breakfast. Speaking English, Indonesian, Korean and Russian, staff will be happy to provide guests with practical information on the area at the reception. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Jogyesa Temple, Dongwha Duty Free Shop and Changdeokgung Palace. The nearest airport is Gimpo International Airport, 18 km from Hotel Vert.Show full description
Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong is a 5-minute walk from City Hall Subway Station, served by Line 1 and 2 and an 8-minute walk from Hoehyeon Subway Station, served by Line 4. The property is also located 300 metres from the popular Namdaemun Market. This 4-star property boasts a fitness center and a restaurant. Free Wi-Fi and is available. At this smoke-free property, all rooms are equipped air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and coffee/tea facilities. Bathroom includes a bathtub or shower, a hair dryer and free toiletries. The on-site restaurant BST offers breakfast buffet. The 24-hour front desk offers currency exchange, laundry and dry cleaning service. Guest can find a convenient store nearby the main gate of the property. Early check-in is not guaranteed and it depends on the room situation on the day of check-in. We will provide you with additional fees at the front desk if early check-in is available on the day of check-in. Beginning on August 3, 2023, there will be a nominal fee for luggage storage. The hotel provides self-lockers for your convenience. Please contact the hotel for inquiries. Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong is located 400 metres from Lotte Duty Free Shop and 800 metres from Seven Luck Casino Millennium Seoul Hilton Branch. The nearest airport is Gimpo Airport, 16 km away from the hotel. Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong is located 400 metres from Lotte Duty Free Shop and 800 metres from Seven Luck Casino Millennium Seoul Hilton Branch. The nearest airport is Gimpo Airport, 16 km away from the hotel.Show full description
Very central. Elegant. Superb breakfast. Courtyard by Marriott Seoul Namdaemun is situated 650 metres from Seoul Train Station (Line 1, 4 and KTX) and within 400 metres from Hoehyeon (Line 4) and City Hall (Line 1 and 2) subway stations. The lively Namdaemun Market and Myeongdong shopping district are within a 5-minute walk from this hotel. All of 409 guest rooms and suites are equipped with a 49-inch flat-screen TV, high-speed internet and a spacious working area. All rooms have sweeping city views. Selected rooms boast the views of Namdaemun (Sungnyemun) Gate. Staying guests can freely access the 24-hour fitness centre. The meeting and banquet facilities here can accommodate up to 150 guests at a time. All-day dining is available at Momo Café, while drinks and snacks are served at MoMo Lounge & Bar. From Courtyard by Marriott Seoul Namdaemun, the charming Insadong Culture Street and the historical Gyeongbokgung Palace are within a 10-minute drive. Incheon International Airport is an hour’s drive west. The property can be reached by Airport Limousine buses, available to and from Incheon International Airport and Gimpo International Airport.Show full description
Located right next to Namdaemun Square, Fraser Place Namdaemun Seoul provides easy access to Seoul’s popular attractions. WiFi is available for free throughout the property. The rooms at Fraser Place Namdaemun Seoul Seoul are beautifully decorated and fitted with fine-quality furnishings. Rooms come with an iPod docking station and a flat-screen TV. Guests can enjoy a workout at the fitness centre or relax in the sauna after a day out shopping at Myeongdong. Panorama lounge bar is located on the 16th floor and provides a selection of refreshing beverages. N Seoul Tower is situated 3 km away, while Incheon International Airport is about 57 km from the hotel.Show full description
Great location. Comfortable beds. The newly renovated Pacific Hotel is located in front of the Myeongdong Subway Station Exit.3 and only a 5-minute drive from N Seoul Tower at Namsan Mountain. The modern rooms come with free WiFi, air-conditioning/heating system, a flat-screen TV and a small-fridge. Private bathroom includes a shower and slippers. Pacific Hotel features a fitness centre, business centre along with luggage storage services. Guest can find various Korean, Asian and International restaurants and pubs which are available nearby in Myeong-dong. The property is conveniently located a minute walk Myeongdong Subway Station (Line 4) Exit.3. The hotel is also a 15-minute drive from Dongdaemun Market and 1-hour drive away from Incheon International Airport.Show full description
Trendy. Creative. Rooftop bar. Conveniently located a few minutes’ walk from Exit 9 of Myeongdong Subway Station, L7 Myeongdong boasts a restaurant and modern air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi access. The smoke-free rooms have a satellite TV, fridge and an en suite bathroom equipped with free toiletries, slippers and a hairdryer. Alcoholic beverages can be enjoyed at the Roof-top Bar, Floating. There is a 24-hour front desk, coin-operated laundry facility and a meeting room equipped with a laptop and projector. Free-use computers are available in the business corner. Noon Square and Lotte Duty Free Shop can be reached within a 8-minute walk from the hotel. L7 Myeongdong is located a 50-minute drive from Gimpo International Airport and a 80-minute drive from Incheon International Airport.Show full description
Hip. Creative. Very clean.Opened February 2021. In a prime location in the Jung-Gu district of Seoul, Henn na Hotel Seoul Myeongdong is located 800 metres from Myeongdong Cathedral, 1.1 km from Namdaemun Market and 1.8 km from Dongwha Duty Free Shop. Featuring a restaurant, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The property is 400 metres from the city centre and 300 metres from Myeongdong Station. All units in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV. Every room includes a safety deposit box and some rooms will provide you with city views. At Henn na Hotel Seoul Myeongdong every room is fitted with bed linen and towels. The accommodation offers a buffet or American breakfast. With staff speaking English, Japanese, Korean and Chinese, around-the-clock guidance is available at the reception. Popular points of interest near Henn na Hotel Seoul Myeongdong include Bangsan Market, Jongmyo Shrine and Gwangjang Market. The nearest airport is Gimpo International Airport, 20 km from the hotel.Show full description
Perhaps this is the coolest central luxury hotel in Seoul. It also has exceptional cleanliness and great affordability!
Comfortable beds. Cosy rooms. Located in Seoul and with Dongwha Duty Free Shop reachable within 1 km, ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a fitness centre, free WiFi throughout the property and a restaurant. The property is situated 1.1 km from Seoul Station, 1.8 km from Jogyesa Temple and 2.4 km from Gyeongbokgung Palace. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, a business centre and currency exchange for guests. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a wardrobe, a kettle, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. Selected rooms include a kitchen with an oven, a microwave and a stovetop. At ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun every room is equipped with bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Myeongdong Station, Myeongdong Cathedral and Namdaemun Market. The nearest airport is Gimpo International Airport, 17 km from ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun.Show full description
Great views. Situated in the central area of Myeongdong, Royal Hotel Seoul boasts 310 guestrooms including 19 suites. Free WiFi and private parking are available. Featuring city views, guestrooms come with central heating and cooling and a flat-screen TV. Suite room types offer AI speaker which includes controlling of lighting, TV and room temperature etc. Private bathrooms include a bath and free toiletries. This property has business facilities in the Club Lounge and an Italian restaurant, the Grand Kitchen. The Patisserie Etocle serves French confectioneries while The Garden offers soft and hard beverages. Royal Hotel Seoul is located just a step away from Myeongdong Shopping District and a 10-minute subway ride from Dongdaemun. The hotel is about a 10-minute walk from Lotte Duty Free Shop. The nearest airport is Gimpo Airport, a 40-minute drive away. The 24-hour reception desk provides currency exchange as well as luggage storage services. Laundry and dry-cleaning services are also available upon request.Show full description
Central. Popular among business travellers. Located right in front of Seoul Plaza, Hotel President houses 3 restaurants and a bar, and offers rooms with a sophisticated décor and free Wi-Fi access. City Hall Subway Station is conveniently located just a 3-minute walk away. Hotel President offers central heating/cooling system and air conditioning is available from May until September. Rooms are fitted with a flat-screen TV, a seating area and a desk. In addition, each comes with an electric kettle, a fridge and an en suite bathroom with a shower, a bath and a hairdryer. President Hotel offers a bakery, a tour desk and a 24-hour front desk. Other facilities offered include luggage storage, laundry and concierge services. Guests can also get a soothing massage or use the business centre at a surcharge. Deoksugung Palace is a 5-minute walk away, while Cheonggye Square is a 7-minute walk from the property. The popular Insa-dong can be accessed within a 15-minute walk, and Myeong-dong is a 7-minute walk from the hotel. Gimpo International Airport is a 40-minute drive away.Show full description
Comfortable beds. Cosy rooms. Located 810 metres away from the popular Myeongdong shopping area, G2 Hotel Myeongdong boasts air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can enjoy on-site restaurant and free fitness centre. Featuring views of the city, each room comes with a safety deposit box, desk, flat-screen TV and a fridge. Private bathroom includes a toilet with an electronic bidet, free toiletries, a hairdryer, slippers and a bathrobe. There is a 24-hour front desk at the property that offers free luggage storage, currency exchange and concierge services. Laudry and dry cleaning services are available. G2 Hotel Myeongdong is a 7-minute walk away from Myeongdong (Line 4) and Chungmuro (Line 3 and 4) subway stations. The nearest airport is Gimpo Airport, under a 50-minute drive away.Show full description
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