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The Shilla Seoul vs Imperial Palace Seoul
Both The Shilla Seoul and Imperial Palace Seoul are praised by professionals. On balance, The Shilla Seoul is preferred by most professionals compared to Imperial Palace Seoul. The Shilla Seoul ranks #3 in Seoul with recommendations from 8 reviewers like Oyster, Forbes Travel Guide and Frommer's.
The Shilla Seoul
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202, Jangchungdong 2(i)-ga, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea
From $235 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"The location is a bit inconvenient if you want to be in the middle of it all, but it's great for those looking for a quieter place to stay."
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Fodor's
"It contains a luxury spa by French cosmetic brand Guertain as well as all the trappings of a true four star hotel."
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Travel + Leisure
"If hotel design were an Olympic sport, the Shilla would be the Michael Phelps of Seoul properties."
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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."
Michelin Guide
"This top-class hotel has a legendary reputation for high-quality service and has played host to many foreign dignitaries."
Imperial Palace Seoul
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248-7 Nonhyeon-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul 135-010, South Korea
From $162 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Rough Guide
"Don’t be fooled by the cheesy stylings of the lobby; rooms are almost unbearably opulent, filled with antique lamps, oil paintings and other mementos of the owner’s... trips abroad."
Michelin Guide
"An upmarket hotel with extravagant decor, defined as "the elegance of antique European style"."
Fodor's
"For a decidedly Korean take on a lavish European hotel, look no further than the Imperial Palace."
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Lonely Planet
"A name like this raises expectations, but they are all met at Seoul’s most luxurious hotel."
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Jetsetter
"A luxurious five-star stay at a grand, European-style hotel with sauna and rooftop golf course, located in the stylish Gangnam area - breakfast included."
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