Banyan Tree Club & Spa SeoulvsFour Seasons Hotel Seoul
Both hotels are rated very highly by travel writers. On balance, Banyan Tree Club & Spa Seoul ranks significantly better than Four Seasons Hotel Seoul. Banyan Tree Club & Spa Seoul has a TripExpert Score of 83 with accolades from 7 reviewers like Afar Magazine, Time Out and Jetsetter.
Banyan Tree Club & Spa Seoul
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San 5-5 Jangchung-Dong 2-Ga, Jung-Gu, Seoul 100-857, South Korea
From $340/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Jetsetter "A mountainous haven with your own in-room private plunge pool, spa discounts and more included." Full review
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The outdoor pool and cabanas are more than enough reason to choose a stay here.
Tablet18.8
"Banyan Tree has won itself a loyal following by bringing a dose of urbanity to its luxurious spa resorts in far-flung tropical locales." Full review
Michelin Guide "Spacious rooms with sumptuous bathrooms, a design reflecting the four seasons and the five Asian elements: water, fire, metal, wood and earth."
Star Service "This new property, formerly known as the Namsan Tower Hotel, prides itself on being an oasis in the city." Full review
Afar Magazine "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." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide Recommended
"Surrounded by the stunning nature of Namsan Park, Banyan Tree Club & Spa Seoul is an urban oasis in Korea's bustling capital." Full review
Lonely Planet "Billing itself a ‘sanctuary for the senses’, the Banyan Tree occupies a hilltop tower designed by feted local architect Kim Swoon Guen." Full review
Time Out "Located at the base of Mt. Namsan, The Banyan Tree Club and Spa Seoul is the brand’s very first urban style resort. The hotel opened in 2010 after a three year renovation on what used to..." Full review
Fodor's "The Banyan Tree Club and Spa Seoul is accommodations for a different style of vacation—the one where you never leave the premises." Full review
Frommer's "The property's serene atmosphere, lush surroundings, and excellent facilities make it the preferred hotel for those seeking only the most luxurious accommodations on their trip to Korea." Full review
Four Seasons Hotel Seoul
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97 Saemunan-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul 03183, South Korea
From $311/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Condé Nast Traveler "Smack in the center of Seoul’s north bank, the city’s traditional seat of power, the best rooms at this ultra-sophisticated newcomer (opened in 2015) have wonderful views from floor-to-ceiling windows." Full review
Jetsetter "Luxurious high-rise hotel in the Korean capital's city center combining old-world grandeur and ultramodern amenities." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide 5 Stars
"The new 29-story, glass-and-steel Four Seasons Hotel Seoul, designed by Su Sin Tao of Singapore, is meant to look like an ancient Korean palace of old, but stylized and brought into the 21st century." Full review
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"The Four Seasons Hotel is all about comfort and luxury. Its ivory-colored guestrooms are an elegant blend of modern and traditional décor complete with top-of-the-line mattresses and beds" Full review
Tablet "Located in the heart of Seoul, a short walking distance from the city’s major attractions including Gyeongbokgung Palace, Cheonggyecheon Stream and Seoul Plaza, the Four Seasons Hotel is..." Full review
New York Times "The centrally located Four Seasons Hotel Seoul’s gentle curves pay homage to the eaves of traditional tile-roof homes known as hanok. The hotel offers rooms overlooking Gyeongbokgung..."
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