InterContinental Seoul COEX, an IHG HotelvsImperial Palace Seoul
InterContinental Seoul COEX and Imperial Palace Seoul are both rated very highly by writers. On balance, InterContinental Seoul COEX ranks significantly better than Imperial Palace Seoul. InterContinental Seoul COEX is ranked #12 in Seoul with endorsements from 5 sources such as Rough Guide, Gayot and Forbes Travel Guide.
InterContinental Seoul COEX, an IHG Hotel
524 Bongeunsa-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul 135-975, South Korea
From $137/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Rough Guide
"One of a pair sitting at opposite ends of the COEX mall, this is newer and marginally less expensive than the Grand."
Star Service
"With its many business amenities and convenient location, this hotel is the choice for groups, families and even airline crews. " Full review
Lonely Planet
"In an enviable position next door to the COEX Mall and Convention Centre, this luxury hotel has a modernist functional design with spotless rooms and great service." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide
Recommended
"If you are looking for a glitzy location for your upcoming Seoul trip, look no further than InterContinental Seoul Coex." Full review
Gayot
"A shopping arcade, day spa and fitness club are just a few of the exceptional facilities located at this upscale business hotel."
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