InterContinental Grand Seoul ParnasvsBanyan Tree Club & Spa Seoul
Both hotels are rated highly by expert reviewers. Overall, Banyan Tree Club & Spa Seoul scores slightly higher than Grand InterContinental Seoul Parnas. Banyan Tree Club & Spa Seoul comes in at 83 with recommendations from 7 publications including Michelin Guide, Lonely Planet and Afar Magazine.
InterContinental Grand Seoul Parnas
521 Teheranno Gangnam-gu, Seoul 135-732, South Korea
From $203/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"A top-notch hotel, it's located right next to the COEX Mall and the World Trade Center." Full review
Michelin Guide
"This is ideal accommodation for both business travelers and tourists, next to the Korean World Trade Center and two minutes from the vast COEX Mall."
National Geographic
"If you can’t get one of the 535 rooms, try the COEX InterContinental at the other end of the mall." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide
Recommended
"Set in the heart of Gangnam, Grand InterContinental Seoul Parnas guarantees a glamorous backdrop to any stay in Seoul." Full review
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Have the sommelier choose a fine wine from the menu of 1,000 selections as you enjoy the vista of Seoul from the 34th floor.
Time Out
"While there are a lot of hotels near and surrounding COEX mall, InterContinental Grand Seoul Parnas, built into the mall itself, comes unbeatably close. Although it's a high-end business..." Full review
Independent
"Tricked-out and palatial, this huge hotel welcomes guests with a spectacular five-floor atrium, pool and sports centre, and a breakfast spread featuring freshly prepared Korean specialities like kimbap and chili ramen"
Michelin Guide
"The western-style rooms are classic business luxury, with all the bells and whistles, and the ondol rooms are fitted out in traditional Korean style " Full review
Banyan Tree Club & Spa Seoul
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
i
The outdoor pool and cabanas are more than enough reason to choose a stay here.
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
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