Seoul

The Park Hyatt Seoul is, undoubtedly, one of the finest examples of luxury accommodation in Korea, if not the world. — Afar Magazine

Serious effort has been put into making this the most appealing hotel in central Seoul. — Rough Guide

Tucked away in a quiet area on the eastern access road to Namsan, this hotel is characterized by the traditional style of its rooms and exterior. — Rough Guide

A luxury hotel that is equal parts tranquil, modern, and sophisticated—an alluring combination that draws a plethora of Korean celebrities to luxuriate in the exclusive surroundings. — Afar Magazine

Perched on a hill overlooking Itaewon, almost every room has a fantastic view through floor-to-ceiling windows. — Rough Guide

The natural extension to its Myeong-dong shopping empire, this twin-towered hotel with over 1000 rooms has a marble-lined lobby long enough for Usain Bolt training runs. — Lonely Planet

For those who don't mind being a few subway stops away from Seoul's more popular areas, the JW Marriott is a good mix of class and convenience. — Fodor's

The hippest hotel in town (as all W’s aim to be) occupies an angular, 14-story glass building overlooking the Han River, 30 minutes east of downtown Seoul. — Travel + Leisure

Set in the heart of Gangnam, Grand InterContinental Seoul Parnas guarantees a glamorous backdrop to any stay in Seoul. — Forbes Travel Guide

Ask anyone where the hippest hotel in Seoul is, and most of them would pick the JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul. — Time Out

A shopping arcade, day spa and fitness club are just a few of the exceptional facilities located at this upscale business hotel. — Gayot

Millennium Seoul Hilton stands like a grand Chinese screen across the city, separating two of Seoul’s most iconic landmarks. — Forbes Travel Guide

The guest rooms feature white wallpaper and silk blankets filled with cotton wool. The hanoks are even equipped with Japanese bathing tubs and yellow soil jjimjilbang saunas. — Time Out

Overlooking the Han River, the Conrad Seoul is a luxury 38-floor skyscraper located in Korea's Wall Street, connected to the International Financial Centre with an underground mall. — Oyster

A popular hotel in a central location, the facilities and rooms are modern and clean. — Frommer's

The location, just off Insadonggil, is hard to beat. — Rough Guide

Overlooking the Han River and nestled in hills surrounded by woodlands, this hotel feels very far away from the commotion and excitement of Seoul. — Frommer's

There is a stream of K-Pop on the TVs at this memorabilia-adorned hostel in the heart of Hongdae's bar area next to Hongik University. — Lonely Planet

Rooms at this centrally located business hotel are smallish but sparkling, with some bright primary colours to alleviate the otherwise all-white regime. Book online for discounts. — Lonely Planet

An upmarket hotel with extravagant decor, defined as "the elegance of antique European style". — Michelin Guide