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Guesthouse KoreavsJW Marriott Hotel Seoul
Both hotels are endorsed by expert reviewers. Overall, JW Marriott Hotel Seoul scores significantly higher than Guesthouse Korea. JW Marriott Hotel Seoul scores 84 with accolades from 8 sources including Condé Nast Traveler, Michelin Guide and Rough Guide.
Guesthouse Korea
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
155-1 Gwonnong-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Air Conditioning
- Breakfast included
Frommer's "One of the cheapest places you can sleep in Seoul, this guesthouse has dormitory-style rooms with shared bathrooms and private lockers." Full review
Lonely Planet "Newcomers to Seoul and solo travellers can mix in and mingle easily even when there’s no party raging... It can be messy, but is also a friendly place to park your pack." Full review
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
