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Grand Hyatt Seoul HotelvsThe Place Seoul
Both hotels are praised by experts. On balance, Grand Hyatt Seoul ranks significantly better than The Place Seoul. Grand Hyatt Seoul is ranked #9 in Seoul with praise from 3 sources such as Lonely Planet, Rough Guide and Frommer's.
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
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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 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
The Place Seoul Frommer's Lonely Planet
140-29 Gye-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea
From $89/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Kitchenette
- Air Conditioning
- Breakfast included
Frommer's "For the environmentally conscious, traveling can pose a number of problems, particularly in a country where language barriers exist. Fortunately for those seeking to travel as green as..." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"This rustic hanok, its three rooms arranged around a courtyard with pickle jars and a sansuyu tree, is run by Helen, the director of the Korea branch of World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms." Full review
