Grand Hyatt Seoul HotelvsDoo Hanok Guesthouse
Both properties are endorsed by those who travel for a living. Overall, Grand Hyatt Seoul ranks significantly higher than Doo guesthouse Bukchon. Grand Hyatt Seoul comes in at 85 with positive reviews from 5 publications such as Time Out, Frommer's and Star Service.
Grand Hyatt Seoul Hotel
322 Sowol-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul 140-738, South Korea
From $293/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"Fitness facilities and sauna are state-of-the-art and the restaurants offer great service and good food, though both come at a premium." Full review
i
If you visit this hotel, perched on top of Namsan, be sure to ask for a city view.
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Making the most of its hilltop views, the Grand Hyatt oozes class. Rooms are a bit smaller than at rivals but all have been freshly renovated and sport a contemporary look." Full review
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Pamper yourself in the spa, dance the night away at popular club JJ Mahoney’s or swim in the excellent outdoor pool which, come winter, is turned into an ice rink.
Rough Guide
"Perched on a hill overlooking Itaewon, almost every room has a fantastic view through floor-to-ceiling windows."
Michelin Guide
"A classic among the large Seoul hotels. The renovated rooms are preferable, as they are more stylish.The only downside is that it is a long way from any subway station."
Star Service
"This reliable hotel occupies a towering position overlooking the city and the Han River on 18 acres atop Mount Namsan." Full review
i
With a dozen restaurants to choose from, no guest will go hungry here.
Time Out
"Located in the heart of Namsan, the view alone is reason enough to stay here." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"The five-star Grand Hyatt Seoul is one of the city’s revered old dames of hospitality, which has been delivering impeccable, friendly service for half a century" Full review
Doo Hanok Guesthouse
15-6 Gye-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul 110-800, South Korea
From $50/night
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Multilingual
- Kitchenette
- Dry Cleaning
Fodor's
"Manaedang is about as close as you can get to a B&B experience in Seoul." Full review
Rough Guide
"Simple yet comfortable rooms set around a pleasingly authentic courtyard, within easy walking distance of two palaces and Insadonggil."
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