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JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square SeoulvsGrand Hyatt Seoul Hotel
Grand Hyatt Seoul and JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul are both highly recommended by professional travelers. On balance, Grand Hyatt Seoul ranks significantly higher than JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul. Grand Hyatt Seoul is ranked #9 in Seoul with praise from 3 reviews including Frommer's, Rough Guide and Lonely Planet.
JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul
Lonely Planet
Time Out
Afar Magazine
Fodor's
Frommer's
Michelin Guide
279, Cheonggyecheon-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul 110-126, South Korea
From $216/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Lonely Planet "Tacked on to the end of Dongdaemun Market, the five-star JW is a swish pad to come home to after a busy day (or night) shopping at the wholesale malls next door." Full review
Time Out "Ask anyone where the hippest hotel in Seoul is, and most of them would pick the JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul." Full review
Afar Magazine "Travelers looking for upscale accommodations in the bustling shopping district of Dongdaemun will be rewarded with postcard-worthy views of the ancient East Gate at Seoul’s second JW Marriott property." Full review
Fodor's "With 170 rooms and 15 suites, the JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul is a modern luxury hotel intended to meet your every amenity need, even the ones you didn't know you need (like Bose speakers)." Full review
Frommer's "In addition to stupendous service, the rooms here are some of the nicest in the city...with contemporary minimalist designs, and is equipped with luxurious amenities such as Nespresso machines" Full review
Michelin Guide "The hotel combines a sleek modern design with the full suite of business and leisure amenities...home to several good restaurants and bars, a well-equipped spa and fitness center" Full review
Grand Hyatt Seoul Hotel Frommer's Lonely Planet
Rough Guide Michelin Guide
Star Service Time Out
The Telegraph
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 PlanetTop 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
i
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 Telegraph9.0
"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
