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JW Marriott Hotel SeoulvsInterContinental Grand Seoul Parnas
Both JW Marriott Hotel Seoul and Grand InterContinental Seoul Parnas are endorsed by travel writers. On balance, JW Marriott Hotel Seoul scores slightly higher than Grand InterContinental Seoul Parnas. JW Marriott Hotel Seoul comes in at 84 with endorsements from 8 publications such as Lonely Planet, Star Service and Time Out.
JW Marriott Hotel Seoul
Frommer's
Fodor's
Rough Guide
Michelin Guide
Star Service
Condé Nast Traveler
Time Out
Forbes Travel Guide
176, Sinbanpo-ro, Seocho-gu, Seoul 137-040, South Korea
From $192/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's "This 35-story contemporary hotel, connected to the COEX Mall and the subway, caters to the area's business travelers." Full review
Fodor's "For those who don't mind being a few subway stops away from Seoul's more popular areas, the JW Marriott is a good mix of class and convenience." Full review
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Ask for a room above the 15th floor facing the river for spectacular views.
Rough Guide "It proudly claims to have the biggest bathrooms in Korea, though the rooms are otherwise bland, and occasionally patchy service means that they’re not really worth the money."
Michelin Guide "This luxury hotel provides top quality service close to the shopping malls of Central City. The most spacious rooms, recently renovated, have views over the river or to the mountains."
Star Service "This 34-story metal and glass building sits in the center of the Kangnam district on the south side of Seoul, known as a business area and for its nightlife." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Travelers who don't mind being a few metro stops from attractions or the city center will find a quality stay." Full review
Time Out "The JW Marriot is nestled near the Shinsegae department store, the express bus terminal, and Famille Station." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide "The simple yet elegant Central City stay prioritizes style over substance to luxurious effect...rooms aren’t overly adorned, but every single space is meticulously clean and marvelously minimalist." Full review
InterContinental Grand Seoul Parnas Frommer's Michelin Guide
National Geographic Forbes Travel Guide Time Out
Independent Michelin Guide
521 Teheranno Gangnam-gu, Seoul 135-732, South Korea
From $203/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "A top-notch hotel, it's located right next to the COEX Mall and the World Trade Center." Full review
Michelin Guide "This is ideal accommodation for both business travelers and tourists, next to the Korean World Trade Center and two minutes from the vast COEX Mall."
National Geographic "If you can’t get one of the 535 rooms, try the COEX InterContinental at the other end of the mall." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide Recommended
"Set in the heart of Gangnam, Grand InterContinental Seoul Parnas guarantees a glamorous backdrop to any stay in Seoul." Full review
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Have the sommelier choose a fine wine from the menu of 1,000 selections as you enjoy the vista of Seoul from the 34th floor.
Time Out "While there are a lot of hotels near and surrounding COEX mall, InterContinental Grand Seoul Parnas, built into the mall itself, comes unbeatably close. Although it's a high-end business..." Full review
Independent "Tricked-out and palatial, this huge hotel welcomes guests with a spectacular five-floor atrium, pool and sports centre, and a breakfast spread featuring freshly prepared Korean specialities like kimbap and chili ramen"
Michelin Guide "The western-style rooms are classic business luxury, with all the bells and whistles, and the ondol rooms are fitted out in traditional Korean style " Full review
