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JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square SeoulvsLotte Hotel Seoul
Both hotels are highly recommended by expert reviewers. Overall, Lotte Hotel Seoul ranks significantly better than JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul. Lotte Hotel Seoul is ranked #11 in Seoul with recommendations from 5 publications such as oyster.com, Michelin Guide and Fodor's.
JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul
Lonely Planet
Time Out
Afar Magazine
Fodor's
Frommer's
Michelin Guide
279, Cheonggyecheon-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul 110-126, South Korea
From $216/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Lonely Planet "Tacked on to the end of Dongdaemun Market, the five-star JW is a swish pad to come home to after a busy day (or night) shopping at the wholesale malls next door." Full review
Time Out "Ask anyone where the hippest hotel in Seoul is, and most of them would pick the JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul." Full review
Afar Magazine "Travelers looking for upscale accommodations in the bustling shopping district of Dongdaemun will be rewarded with postcard-worthy views of the ancient East Gate at Seoul’s second JW Marriott property." Full review
Fodor's "With 170 rooms and 15 suites, the JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul is a modern luxury hotel intended to meet your every amenity need, even the ones you didn't know you need (like Bose speakers)." Full review
Frommer's "In addition to stupendous service, the rooms here are some of the nicest in the city...with contemporary minimalist designs, and is equipped with luxurious amenities such as Nespresso machines" Full review
Michelin Guide "The hotel combines a sleek modern design with the full suite of business and leisure amenities...home to several good restaurants and bars, a well-equipped spa and fitness center" Full review
Lotte Hotel Seoul Fodor's
Insight Guides Michelin Guide
Star Service Lonely Planet
Oyster
Forbes Travel Guide Time Out
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
