Grand Hyatt Seoul HotelvsPark Hyatt Seoul
Both properties are highly recommended by experts. On balance, Park Hyatt Seoul scores significantly higher than Grand Hyatt Seoul. Park Hyatt Seoul comes in at 95 with endorsements from 11 publications such as Rough Guide, Oyster and Afar Magazine.
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
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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
Park Hyatt Seoul Show All Reviews
606 Teheran-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul 135-502, South Korea
From $262/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Fodor's
"While the Park Hyatt is located away from the main tourist areas north of the river, with rooms like these it's hard to see any reason to leave." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"A discreet entrance... sets the Zen minimalist tone for this gorgeous property... luxurious bathrooms that have quite rightly been classed among the best in Asia." Full review
Rough Guide
"First things first: this is Seoul’s best hotel. Designed in its entirety by Japanese firm Super Potato, its class will already be evident by the time you’ve entered the lobby."
Condé Nast Traveler
"This slender 24-story glass tower in the Gangnam business and shopping district is decorated in stone, Burmese oak, and dark maple." Full review
Michelin Guide
"A luxury hotel in the heart of the business district. The well-designed rooms have large picture windows, and the bathrooms have a view too."
Star Service
"Near the Olympic Stadium and a Korean temple, the property appeals to business guests who have little need to be downtown amid the tourists.
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Frommer's
"An elegant, well-designed hotel, the 24-story Park Hyatt has nice facilities." Full review
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If you're sensitive to noise, you may want to request a room facing away from the main street, since not all rooms have great soundproof windows.
Travel + Leisure
"For special requests, the hotel will organize a whiskey-tasting class (for groups of up to six people) at the on-site restaurant, Timber House." Full review
Oyster
Kid-Friendly
"Situated in Gangnam, the famous epicenter of Seoul’s financial district, this five-pearl hotel is classic and classy." Full review
Afar Magazine
"Standing tall in Gangnam—one of Seoul’s most exclusive neighborhoods—is the glass-encased structure that is the Park Hyatt." Full review