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Banyan Tree Club & Spa SeoulvsSmall House Big Door
Both hotels are endorsed by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Banyan Tree Club & Spa Seoul ranks significantly higher than Small House Big Door. Banyan Tree Club & Spa Seoul ranks #8 in Seoul with approval from 7 publications including Jetsetter, Forbes Travel Guide and Lonely Planet.
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
Small House Big Door Lonely Planet Time Out
6, Namdaemun-ro 9-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul 100-180, South Korea
From $85/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Restaurant
- Air Conditioning
- Fax / photocopying
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"Down a narrow street in downtown Seoul, this suave little art hotel is quite the find." Full review
Time Out "Located in Myeongdong, Seoul, Small house big door is a complex space composed of bistro and gallery on the ground floor, hotel rooms on 2nd through 4th, and a rooftop lounge." Full review
