Somerset Palace SeoulvsInterContinental Grand Seoul Parnas
Both hotels are endorsed by experts. On balance, Grand InterContinental Seoul Parnas ranks significantly better than Somerset Palace Seoul. Grand InterContinental Seoul Parnas comes in at 81 with praise from 5 publications like National Geographic, Michelin Guide and Time Out.
Somerset Palace Seoul
85 Susong-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul 110-885, South Korea
From $85/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Frommer's
"This well-located residence hotel... has all the amenities of a small apartment." Full review
Rough Guide
"The venue of choice for long-term expats, thanks to impeccable service and wonderful on-site facilities."
Michelin Guide
"The location, quality of service and good facilities all combine to make this apartment hotel one of the best in Seoul."
InterContinental Grand Seoul Parnas
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