Grand Hyatt Seoul HotelvsHotel The Designers Hongdae
Both Hotel The Designers Hongdae and Grand Hyatt Seoul are recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Grand Hyatt Seoul ranks significantly higher than Hotel The Designers Hongdae. Grand Hyatt Seoul has a TripExpert Score of 85 with recommendations from 5 sources including 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
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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
Hotel The Designers Hongdae
373-9 Seogyo-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul 121-210, South Korea
From $40/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Concierge
- Restaurant
- Free Parking
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Eighteen designers were given free reign to decorate the suites at this sophisticated love motel, tucked off the main road." Full review