Ambassador Seoul - PullmanvsImperial Palace Seoul
Both hotels are rated very highly by those who travel for a living. Overall, Grand Ambassador Seoul associated with Pullman is preferred by most professionals compared to Imperial Palace Seoul. Grand Ambassador Seoul associated with Pullman comes in at #18 in Seoul with praise from 3 publications including Star Service, Jetsetter and Frommer's.
Ambassador Seoul - Pullman
186-54 Jangchung-dong 2-ga, Jung-gu, Seoul 100-855, South Korea
From $214/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"A popular hotel in a central location, the facilities and rooms are modern and clean." Full review
Star Service
"Service is mechanical, but friendly considering the focus is on tour groups and conferees (a mainstay for the Pullman brand).
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Jetsetter
"A sleek, contemporary hotel centrally located in Seoul, near plenty of landmarks and attractions." Full review
Time Out
"Listed as one of the top 25 hotels of TripAdvisor's 2015 Traveler’s Choice Awards, the hotel is well- loved by tourists for its proximity to DDP, Gwanghwamun, and the national palaces" Full review
Imperial Palace Seoul
248-7 Nonhyeon-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul 135-010, South Korea
From $162/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Rough Guide
"Don’t be fooled by the cheesy stylings of the lobby; rooms are almost unbearably opulent, filled with antique lamps, oil paintings and other mementos of the owner’s... trips abroad."
Michelin Guide
"An upmarket hotel with extravagant decor, defined as "the elegance of antique European style"."
Fodor's
"For a decidedly Korean take on a lavish European hotel, look no further than the Imperial Palace." Full review
Lonely Planet
"A name like this raises expectations, but they are all met at Seoul’s most luxurious hotel." Full review
Jetsetter
"A luxurious five-star stay at a grand, European-style hotel with sauna and rooftop golf course, located in the stylish Gangnam area - breakfast included." Full review