Hotel The Designers HongdaevsFour Seasons Hotel Seoul
Both hotels are praised by writers. On balance, Four Seasons Hotel Seoul is the choice of most reviewers compared to Hotel The Designers Hongdae. Four Seasons Hotel Seoul is ranked #28 in Seoul with accolades from 3 publications such as Condé Nast Traveler, Jetsetter and Forbes Travel Guide.
Hotel The Designers Hongdae
Lonely Planet
373-9 Seogyo-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul 121-210, South Korea
From $40/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Concierge
- Restaurant
- Free Parking
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"Eighteen designers were given free reign to decorate the suites at this sophisticated love motel, tucked off the main road." Full review
Four Seasons Hotel Seoul
Condé Nast Traveler
Jetsetter
Forbes Travel Guide
Michelin Guide
Tablet
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The Points Guy
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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"A private spa room at the Four Seasons Hotel Seoul. If you're craving more privacy, Four Seasons Hotel Seoul's Korean sauna and Spa Heum have private rooms."
"For a luxurious stay in the neighborhood, look no further than the Four Seasons Hotel Seoul. In addition to its convenient location in Gwanghwamun, the sophisticated property has every..."
"Four Seasons hotels are usually fabulous, but the ones located throughout Asia tend to be next level. With a location overlooking Gyeongbokgung Palace, a Michelin-starred Cantonese..."
