InterContinental Seoul COEX, an IHG HotelvsLotte Hotel Seoul
Both InterContinental Seoul COEX and Lotte Hotel Seoul are highly recommended by experts. On balance, Lotte Hotel Seoul is preferred by most professionals compared to InterContinental Seoul COEX. Lotte Hotel Seoul has a TripExpert Score of 87 with approval from 7 sources including Lonely Planet, Oyster and Fodor's.
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."
Lotte Hotel Seoul
30 Eulji-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul 100-070, South Korea
From $193/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Fodor's
"Situated in the center of Seoul's downtown, the Lotte is a good base for sightseeing, shopping, and nightlife." Full review
Insight Guides
"In the heart of the city center, and ideal for those with retail therapy on their minds. Very sophisticated interior, and service to match, the Lotte is one of Seoul’s finest."
Michelin Guide
"Right in the heart of the city center, this huge world-class hotel offers luxurious accommodation and a wide range of services including bars and restaurants."
Star Service
"As one of the city's largest and most favored thanks to its Korean background, the Lotte is a constant favorite of groups and individuals alike." Full review
Lonely Planet
"The natural extension to its Myeong-dong shopping empire, this twin-towered hotel with over 1000 rooms has a marble-lined lobby long enough for Usain Bolt training runs." Full review
Oyster
Kid-Friendly
"The massive Lotte Hotel Seoul is a five-pearl property in Seoul’s prime Myeongdong district, famous for its bustle and shopping." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide
Recommended
"From the moment you leave the bustling streets of Korea’s capital and step inside the lobby of Lotte Hotel Seoul, you are greeted with elegance." Full review
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Rooms on the ladies-only floor also receive additional products from the luxury British perfumery Penhaligon’s and accessories and styling tools are available on request.
Time Out
"At over 1,120 rooms, the Lotte Hotel is the biggest hotel in Seoul and rests in close proximity to the Blue House, Euljiro, and Myeong-dong." Full review