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Banyan Tree Club & Spa Seoul vs Doo Hanok Guesthouse

Both Doo guesthouse Bukchon and Banyan Tree Club & Spa Seoul are rated very highly by travel writers. On balance, Banyan Tree Club & Spa Seoul ranks significantly better than Doo guesthouse Bukchon. Banyan Tree Club & Spa Seoul has a TripExpert Score of 83 with praise from 7 reviews such as Time Out, Forbes Travel Guide and Lonely Planet.

Banyan Tree Club & Spa Seoul
Banyan Tree Club & Spa Seoul
8 / 10
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
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Jetsetter 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.
Michelin Guide 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"A full-scale spa resort — enormous suites, sprawling grounds, pampering service and all...set at the foot of Mt. Namsan, with a wash of green on one side " Full review
Doo Hanok Guesthouse
Doo Hanok Guesthouse
7 / 10
15-6 Gye-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul 110-800, South Korea
From $50 /night
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Multilingual
  • Kitchenette
  • Dry Cleaning
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Fodor's Fodor's
"Manaedang is about as close as you can get to a B&B experience in Seoul." Full review
Rough Guide Rough Guide
"Simple yet comfortable rooms set around a pleasingly authentic courtyard, within easy walking distance of two palaces and Insadonggil."
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Mixing old and new is this enchanting hanok in a garden setting that has a very traditional-style room where breakfast is served. The shared bathrooms are high quality." Full review