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InterContinental Seoul COEX, an IHG HotelvsJW Marriott Hotel Seoul
InterContinental Seoul COEX and JW Marriott Hotel Seoul are both praised by experts. Overall, JW Marriott Hotel Seoul scores slightly better than InterContinental Seoul COEX. JW Marriott Hotel Seoul comes in at #7 in Seoul with praise from 8 publications such as Star Service, Rough Guide and Time Out.
InterContinental Seoul COEX, an IHG Hotel
Rough Guide
Star Service
Lonely Planet
Forbes Travel Guide
Gayot
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."
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
