Hostel Korea 11th - ChangdeokgungvsImperial Palace Seoul
Both Hostel Korea 11th - Changdeokgung and Imperial Palace Seoul are endorsed by those who travel for a living. On balance, Imperial Palace Seoul ranks marginally higher than Hostel Korea 11th - Changdeokgung. Imperial Palace Seoul is ranked #32 in Seoul with recommendations from 5 publications like Fodor's, Michelin Guide and Rough Guide.
Hostel Korea 11th - Changdeokgung
140 Waryong-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul 137-040, South Korea
From $19/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Kitchenette
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"The best of the larger hostels popping up in this area occupying old office or apartment buildings." 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