GRAND WALKERHILL SeoulvsImperial Palace Seoul
Both hotels are recommended by professionals. On balance, Grand Walkerhill Seoul scores slightly higher than Imperial Palace Seoul. Grand Walkerhill Seoul has a TripExpert Score of 79 with endorsements from 3 reviewers such as Frommer's, Star Service and Rough Guide.
GRAND WALKERHILL Seoul
177 Walkerhill-ro, Seoul 143-708, South Korea
From $171/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"Overlooking the Han River and nestled in hills surrounded by woodlands, this hotel feels very far away from the commotion and excitement of Seoul." Full review
Rough Guide
"With scented, plush-carpeted corridors and muted-tone rooms, it’s not as showy as the W next door, and the views are rarely as good, but it’s immaculately designed nonetheless."
Star Service
"Located in northeastern Seoul on a historic site from the Shilla Dynasty (57 BC-AD 668), this 17-story hotel offers great views and fresh air." Full review
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Operators speak English well enough to accommodate most requests, and service is reasonably speedy considering the large area staff must cover.
Time Out
"Situated in the peaks of Achasan Mountain, the hotel is nestled inside a beautiful, lush forest" Full review
Imperial Palace Seoul
248-7 Nonhyeon-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul 135-010, South Korea
From $162/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Rough Guide
"Don’t be fooled by the cheesy stylings of the lobby; rooms are almost unbearably opulent, filled with antique lamps, oil paintings and other mementos of the owner’s... trips abroad."
Michelin Guide
"An upmarket hotel with extravagant decor, defined as "the elegance of antique European style"."
Fodor's
"For a decidedly Korean take on a lavish European hotel, look no further than the Imperial Palace." Full review
Lonely Planet
"A name like this raises expectations, but they are all met at Seoul’s most luxurious hotel." Full review
Jetsetter
"A luxurious five-star stay at a grand, European-style hotel with sauna and rooftop golf course, located in the stylish Gangnam area - breakfast included." Full review