Orakai Insadong SuitesvsGrand Hyatt Seoul Hotel
Orakai Insadong Suites and Grand Hyatt Seoul are both recommended by expert reviewers. On balance, Grand Hyatt Seoul is the choice of most writers compared to Orakai Insadong Suites. Grand Hyatt Seoul scores 85 with praise from 5 publications including Time Out, Frommer's and Rough Guide.
Orakai Insadong Suites
272 Nakwon-dong Jongno-gu, Seoul 110-320, South Korea
From $95/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Frommer's
"This all-suite hotel is conveniently located in the old yangban neighborhood of Insadong." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"These fully equipped serviced apartments are modern, light and spacious, great for a long-term stay for which major discounts are available." Full review
Rough Guide
"The location, just off Insadonggil, is hard to beat."
Fodor's
"These centrally located, spacious serviced apartments are an excellent choice for families or large groups." Full review
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
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 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