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Banyan Tree Club & Spa SeoulvsThe Place Seoul
The Place Seoul and Banyan Tree Club & Spa Seoul are both endorsed by writers. On balance, Banyan Tree Club & Spa Seoul ranks significantly higher than The Place Seoul. Banyan Tree Club & Spa Seoul has a TripExpert Score of 72 with endorsements from 5 reviews including Afar Magazine, Afar Magazine and Jetsetter.
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
The Place Seoul Frommer's Lonely Planet
140-29 Gye-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea
From $89/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Kitchenette
- Air Conditioning
- Breakfast included
Frommer's "For the environmentally conscious, traveling can pose a number of problems, particularly in a country where language barriers exist. Fortunately for those seeking to travel as green as..." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"This rustic hanok, its three rooms arranged around a courtyard with pickle jars and a sansuyu tree, is run by Helen, the director of the Korea branch of World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms." Full review
