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Metro HotelvsBanyan Tree Club & Spa Seoul
Both hotels are endorsed by professionals. Overall, Banyan Tree Club & Spa Seoul is preferred by most reviewers compared to Metro Hotel. Banyan Tree Club & Spa Seoul comes in at #8 in Seoul with recommendations from 7 reviews including Star Service, Afar Magazine and Time Out.
Metro Hotel
Fodor's
Rough Guide
Michelin Guide
Oyster
199-33 Euljiro 2-ga Jung-Gu, Seoul 100-845, South Korea
From $52/night
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
- Fitness Center
Fodor's "Centered in the heart of Seoul's downtown, the Metro Hotel is a comfortable, no-frills tourist hotel and one of the best values in the city." Full review
Rough Guide "A modern, squeaky-clean hotel away from the bustling Myeongdong main roads, where the staff are friendly and breakfast is included."
Michelin Guide "A business hotel in the city center, at affordable prices. Well presented, with design-oriented decor."
Oyster Mid-Range
"This 78-room, three-pearl hotel is located smack in the middle of Seoul’s famous shopping district -- Myeongdong." Full review
Banyan Tree Club & Spa Seoul
Jetsetter Michelin Guide
Star Service
Afar Magazine
Forbes Travel Guide
Lonely Planet
Time Out Fodor's
Frommer's Michelin Guide
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.
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
