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Here is a quick list of 4 Star Hotels in Seoul, selected based on their rating
Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
Lotte City Hotel Myeongdong |
8.5 / 10 (2495 Reviews) |
From 109$ | |
Orakai Insadong Suites |
8.5 / 10 (2375 Reviews) |
From 128$ | |
Nine Tree Premier Hotel Myeongdong 2 |
8.7 / 10 (2616 Reviews) |
From 113$ | |
Hotel Skypark Kingstown Dongdaemun |
8.4 / 10 (1158 Reviews) |
From 121$ | |
Arirang Hill Hotel Dongdaemun |
8.6 / 10 (1050 Reviews) |
From 88$ |
Seoul, South Korea is a fascinating city with plenty of attractions to keep tourists busy. From ancient palaces and temples to trendy shopping districts and nightlife hotspots, there’s something for everyone.
One question that often comes up is whether or not to stay in a 4 star hotel. On the surface, it would seem like the obvious choice, especially for those who are used to this level of luxury and want the best for their trip.
However, there are actually some good reasons to consider other options, especially if you plan on spending most of your time exploring the city.
For starters, Seoul is a very affordable city to stay in, with plenty of great affordable options for all types of travelers. Secondly, the public transportation system is excellent and very easy to use, so you can get around without having to worry about traffic or finding parking.
Finally, the city is full of unique and interesting neighborhoods that are worth exploring, and you can easily do this on foot or by taking a taxi. So if you’re looking to save a bit of money and want to explore as much of Seoul as possible, staying in a budget hotel or hostel may be the better option for you.
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There are 430 air-conditioned rooms at the eco-friendly accommodation, some of them feature sound-proofed windows, along with such conveniences as a flat-screen satellite TV. They are furnished with wooden furniture including a work desk and a coffee table. Offering a shower, the bathrooms are also fitted with a hairdryer and towels.
This luxurious accommodation boasts a prime location near a tube station and within walking distance from Myeongdong Shopping Street. The contemporary Lotte City Hotel Myeongdong Seoul is within minutes of Kumho Petrochemical HQ and 20 km from Gimpo airport.
Visit Cheonghakji Pond, 1.2 km from the business property, and feel complete harmony with the nature of South Korea. Guests can easily get in touch with the history of Seoul by visiting Unhyeongung Royal Residence, located within close distance of Lotte City Hotel Myeongdong.
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Overlooking the city, some rooms at this property feature sound-proofed windows furnished with a sofa set. For more comfort, hair dryers and towels together with a separate toilet are provided. Additionally, a kitchenette with a refrigerator, an oven and kitchenware are available in a double room.
Standing merely a 6-minute walk from Unhyeongung Royal Residence in Seoul, the property is set 4.1 km from the huge museum "War Memorial of Korea". Popular natural sights near the Orakai Insadong Suites Seoul are the tapgol T'apkol-gongwon Park (350 metres) and Namsan Park (2.4 km).
The historic Gyeongbokgung Palace is about 18 minutes' walk away, while Seoul is situated 3 km from the accommodation.
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There are 613 comfortable rooms at the accommodation, some of them have sound-proofed windows, and modern facilities such as a cable flat-screen television. For more comfort, a hairdryer and toiletries together with a rainfall shower are provided. You can enjoy views of the city.
Street Museum is a mere 0.7 km away, while Seoul train station is at a 2.5 km distance from the property. The historic Gyeongbokgung Palace is approximately a 5-minute drive from the Nine Tree Premier Hotel Myeongdong 2 Seoul, and Gimpo airport is 20 km away.
The accommodation allows you to enjoy such natural sights as Gwaneoji Pond a 12-minute walk away. Within a minutes' drive of Nine Tree Premier Hotel Myeongdong 2, guests will also find Seoul Plaza.
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Hotel Skypark Kingstown Dongdaemun
From 121$
Certain rooms have a kitchenette and a dining area for your convenience. Along with sound-proofed windows, they also have a writing desk. Providing a separate toilet, some bathrooms have a hair dryer and shower caps. Certain units overlook the garden.
The property is placed about 25 km from Gimpo airport and just near open market. The historic Gyeongbokgung Palace is around 10 minutes' drive from the hotel, while Cheonggye 6 Gaogansugyo bus stop is a mere 5 minutes' walk away.
The chief Jogyesa Temple lies 25 minutes' walk away, and Dongdaemun is a minute away from the accommodation.
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Certain rooms have a balcony and a mini-kitchen for your convenience. Their modern interior features wooden furniture and wood flooring. Bathrooms come with a shower cabin and a separate toilet together with a hair dryer and shower caps.
The modern accommodation is placed about 25 km from Gimpo airport and just near CGV. Historical sights here include Changgyeonggung Palace, which stands 2.5 km from the Arirang Hill Hotel Dongdaemun Seoul.
This Seoul property stands within 2 km of the modern hillside Gilsang-sa Temple, popular with pilgrims and tourists alike.
Hotels in Seoul
Airport nearby 🛬 | Incheon, Wonju, Gimpo, Gimpo |
Rating 🏅 | 39 |
Seoul Hotels 🛎️ | 2177 |
Cities Nearby 🌇 | Pupyong-dong, Seonyudong, Yeonsu |
Minimum Price 💸 | 7$ |
Family Hotel 👪 | Lotte City Hotel Myeongdong |
Top Hotel for couples 💑 | Orakai Insadong Suites |
Most comfortable Hotel 🛏️ | Nine Tree Premier Hotel Myeongdong 2 |
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Some of the 400 comfortable rooms come with a mini fridge bar, and essentials such as a roll-away bed and climate control. The nice touches include sound-proofed windows together with a sofa set and a mirror. Offering amenities such as a hair dryer and towels, the bathrooms also have a roll in shower.
Seoul Museum of History lies 1.6 km away, and the historic Gyeongbokgung Palace is approximately 10 minutes' drive from the property. The perfect Courtyard By Marriott Seoul Namdaemun is also about a 10-minute ride from such natural sights as Namsan Park.
Along with other cultural attractions the mid-15th-century Jeong Kwan-heon of Deoksugung Palace is nestled within 5 minutes' drive of the accommodation.
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Also, there are coffee/tea making machines as well as a safe box and smoke detectors provided. Certain rooms look out onto the city.
The property is placed about 20 km from Gimpo airport and quite a walk from Seoul Gallery. The huge museum "War Memorial of Korea" is 25 minutes on foot from the Four Points By Sheraton Josun, Seoul, while Galwoldong bus stop is 5 minutes' walk away.
The historic palace "Gyeonghuigung" is nearly a 25-minute walk from the accommodation, while Yeongdeungpo is situated about 9 km away.
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Some rooms provide an electric kettle as well as free wireless internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels to help you enjoy your stay. Self-catering facilities include a refrigerator and a kettle. The private bathrooms are appointed with a separate toilet and a shower together with a hairdryer and dressing gowns. These comfortable units also feature views of the city.
The environmentally friendly property is located within 6 km of the huge museum "War Memorial of Korea" and in front of Hongik Univ underground station. The hotel is sited 25 minutes on foot from Sogang University.
The accommodation is dotted with a restaurant and a bar. Also, L7 Hongdae By Lotte Hotel is around a 15-minute ride from the historic Gyeongbokgung Palace, and Seoul train station is placed about a 10-minute ride away.
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Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Dongdaemun
From 97$
Looking onto the city, some rooms at the accommodation offer sound-proofed windows furnished with a sofa and a work desk. A separate toilet, together with such comforts as a hairdryer and shower caps are also provided.
Dongdaemun Design Plaza is about 9 minutes' walk away, while Seoul train station is 3.7 km from the accommodation. The Jung-Gu district, where the 4-star hotel sits, grants access to cultural attractions like the huge museum "War Memorial of Korea", which is nearly 10 minutes' drive away.
N Seoul Observation Tower is around 2.3 km away, and Dongdaemun History and Culture Park is a short way to this property.
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The rooms are fitted with a private bathroom with a separate toilet, while some feature views of the city.
The Ice Trickeye Museum Seoul is less than 8 minutes' walk away, while Seoul train station is approximately 10 minutes by car from the accommodation. Ewha Womans University is a 25-minute walk from the Ryse, Autograph Collection Seoul By Marriott and Gimpo airport is 15 km away.
The nearby cultural attractions include the huge museum "War Memorial of Korea", which is at a 6 km distance from this property.
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Koreana Hotel
From 94$
Some of the smoke-free rooms have a lounge and a wardrobe, and such facilities as complimentary wireless internet and cable channels, along with a minibar fridge and a well-stocked minibar. Guests can use a separate toilet together with hairdryers and dressing gowns. These spacious units also feature views of the courtyard.
This charming accommodation stands about 11 minutes' walk from Gwanghwamun Gate, at a 300-metres distance from City Hall underground station. The Koreana is within an easy walking distance to Kyobo Book Store Gwanghwamun and 20 km from Gimpo airport.
Also, the property is approximately 14 minutes' walk from Myeongdong Shopping Street, and Seoul train station is placed just 1.8 km away.
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Some rooms include a private bathroom. The units also look over the city.
Within 42 km of the 600-year-old notorious tranditional Hoapsa Temple, the hotel is also at a 3.8 km distance from Yeongdeungpo Sijang. As a plus for business travellers, the accommodation is around 10 minutes by car from 63 Building.
SEALALA Spa&Water park is approximately 3.6 km away, and Seoul is situated approximately 20 minutes' drive from the hotel.
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All of the air-conditioned rooms are complete with cable channels as well as a coffeemaker, and some of them comprise a kitchenette and a dining area. They are outfitted with comfortable decor. Offering amenities such as hairdryers and bathrobes, the bathrooms also have a separate toilet.
The modern accommodation enjoys a central location in Myeong-dong where the most dynamic events are happening in Euljiro area for guests looking for shopping and entertainment, within walking distance to K-beauty shopping. The Aloft Seoul Myeongdong is a mere 450 metres from Myeongdong Shopping Street and only 1.1 km from National Museum of Korean Contemporary History.
You can also visit shops and a market set in the area close to this Seoul property. Located only a short drive from Aloft Seoul Myeongdong Hotel, the chief Jogyesa Temple is open for visiting by worshippers and tourists.
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L'Escape Hotel
From 153$
There are 204 air-conditioned rooms at this comfortable accommodation, some of them feature sound-proofed windows, along with such conveniences as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. They have elegant decor with dark furniture. The spacious bathrooms come with a separate toilet together with hair dryers and dressing gowns. In addition, staying in a classic room, guests will enjoy tasteful decor and cosy atmosphere.
This Seoul hotel has a prime setting around a 5-minute ride from the Pagoda T'apkol-gongwon, while natural sights like Namsan Park are a 10-minute ride away. At a 23 km distance from the 4-star hotel, business travellers will find N Seoul Observation Tower.
The boutique style property is 100 metres of Bank of Korea Money Museum and in vicinity of Myeongdong Shopping Street.
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There are 210 modern rooms at this accommodation, some of them have sound-proofed windows, and modern facilities such as complimentary wireless internet. A separate toilet, together with such comforts as a hair dryer and dressing gowns are also provided.
The accommodation is set in the very heart of Seoul, a 5-minute walk from Myeong-dong underground station. CGV Cinema is only a few steps from the 4-star hotel, while Gimpo airport is 20 km from it.
This property allows you to enjoy such natural sights as Gwaneoji Pond about a 14-minute walk away. Pacific Hotel Seoul is located approximately a 5-minute walk from Chojun textile quilt Museum in Seoul.
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Some rooms provide an electric kettle as well as cable channels to help you enjoy your stay. Other comforts include an electric kettle and fridges for self-catering. The units also look over the city.
The property in Gangnam-Gu, which is Seoul's upscale, modern center, home to gleaming skyscrapers, designer brands and stylish nightclubs where big-name DJs spin techno and house, is set 1.5 km from the large Coex Aquarium and within walking distance from such shopping venues as Starfield COEX Mall. ASEM Tower is at a 1.6 km distance from the L7 Gangnam By Lotte Seoul, while Gimpo airport is 30 km from it.
The accommodation stands within 1.8 km of Bongeunsa Buddhist Temple, popular with pilgrims and tourists alike.
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Complete with a work desk, the rooms also have soundproof windows for guests' comfort. The units have a small refrigerator and an electric kettle for self-catering along with a cable flat-screen TV for entertainment. Offering amenities such as a hair dryer and towels, the private bathrooms have a shower.
The modern property is in the very heart of the city, merely 600 metres from K-beauty shopping, and a minute's walk from Myeong-dong tube station. The luxurious Migliore Hotel Seoul Myeongdong is notable for its prime location 6 minutes on foot from Myeongdong Shopping Street.
Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Cheonghakji Pond, which is nearly a 10-minute walk away. The National museum "Gyeongbokgung Palace" is 5 minutes' drive from Migliore Hotel Seoul Myeongdong, and Seoul is situated nearly 20 minutes' walk away.
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Hotel In 9 Gangnam
From 159$
The rooms are fitted with a private bathroom with a separate toilet, while some feature views of the city.
The property is within 12 minutes' stroll of Bongeunsa Temple, while the colossal Lotte World Theme Park is approximately a 10-minute ride away. Figure Museum is also located 25 minutes on foot from the In 9 Gangnam Seoul.
Along with other cultural attractions Horim Museum is nestled nearly 25 minutes on foot from the accommodation.
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Fraser Place Namdaemun Seoul
From 123$
The accommodation offers 252 elegant rooms, some of them comprise a kitchenette and a large living area. They are furnished with sofa beds along with a sofa set.
This hotel puts you in the very heart of Seoul, around 5 minutes' drive from N Seoul Observation Tower. A central district, where the elegant hotel sits, grants access to cultural attractions like the mid-15th-century Jeong Kwan-heon of Deoksugung Palace, which is around 9 minutes' walk away.
Guests can enjoy shopping at a shopping centre and a market, located near the accommodation. The 4-star Fraser Place Namdaemun Hotel stands adjacent to Deoksugung Palace.
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Hotel Pj Myeongdong
From 85$
All of the air-conditioned rooms are complete with complimentary WiFi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels as well as a mini-fridge and coffee/tea making equipment, and some of them comprise a balcony and a dining area. Guests can use a walk-in shower together with a hair dryer and guest toiletries. The units also face the city.
The property puts you in the middle of Seoul, within 3.4 km of such entertainment sites as the blue-hued basement Soap Club. The Pj Myeongdong Seoul is also at a 2.8 km distance from such natural sights as Namsan Park.
Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Cheonghakji Pond, which is nearly 10 minutes' walk away. Along with other cultural attractions the historic Gyeongbokgung Palace is nestled 5 minutes' drive from Hotel Pj Myeongdong.
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This Seoul property welcomes guests to 576 well-appointed rooms. Some of them come with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and WiFi along with an electric kettle. They are furnished with comfortable decor. Bathrooms come with a separate toilet and a shower together with a hairdryer and dressing gowns. These comfortable units also feature views of the mountain.
The modern accommodation is set in Myeong-dong where the most dynamic events are happening in Euljiro area for guests looking for shopping and entertainment, within close distance of Bank of Korea Money Museum. The luxury Tmark Grand Hotel Myeongdong Seoul is within a 7-minute walk of Keumsan Gallery and 20 km from Gimpo airport.
The nearby entertainment attractions of Seoul include the blue-hued basement Soap Club, which is approximately 3.1 km away.
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Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong
From 73$
Some of the 452 air-conditioned rooms at the Sotetsu Hotels Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong are furnished with a writing desk, and appointed with coffee/tea makers. A separate toilet, together with such comforts as a hair dryer and slippers are also provided. Staying at this accommodation, guests can enjoy view of the city.
The accommodation is located in the heart of Seoul within a minutes' drive from Dongdaemun Design Plaza plus Myeongdong Shopping Street is nearby. Grevin Seoul Waxwork Museum is within 8 minutes' walk of the 4-star hotel and Gimpo airport is 20 km away.
Shoppers will enjoy a prime location near a market and shops. The 236 - meter - tall N Seoul Tower is approximately a 25-minute walk away, and Seoul is situated in walking distance from Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong.
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Amanti Hotel Seoul
From 100$
All of the air-conditioned rooms are complete with Wi-Fi and cable channels as well as an electric kettle, and some of them comprise a dressing area and a wardrobe. An electric kettle and a refrigerator are included in a kitchen at this Seoul property. Offering amenities such as hairdryers and slippers, the bathrooms also have a shower.
The property is located in the heart of Seoul 500 metres from Exit and quite close to the painting gallery "Trickeye Museum Seoul". Perfect for those who seek new knowledge, Hongik University Street is 25 minutes' walk from the Amanti Hotel Seoul.
For sport fans the accommodation offers access to Seoul World Cup Stadium, which is about a 5-minute drive away.
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Shilla Stay Mapo Hongdae
From 97$
The accommodation offers 383 rooms with tea and coffee making facilities, and such modern conveniences as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Some of the comfortable units also come with a coffeemaker and refrigerators. Bathrooms include a separate toilet and a shower, along with comforts such as hairdryers and bath sheets. Staying at this quality hotel, guests can enjoy view of the city.
The property puts you in the heart of Seoul, a 10-minute drive from Gwanghwamun Square. Educational venues in the area include Sogang University (1.6 km) and Hongik University Street (2.3 km).
This wonderful hotel is within sight of the traditional Gongdeok Market, while Gongdeok lies a 5-minute stroll away.
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Overlooking the garden, some rooms at the property feature soundproof windows furnished with a work desk. They come equipped with a mini-fridge-bar and a coffeemaker for self-catering along with a television for business and leisure. Providing a shower, the bathrooms are also appointed with hair dryers and free toiletries.
The smoke-free property is set in the Jung-Gu district of Seoul, 5 minutes by car from business venues like N Seoul Observation Tower and at a moderate distance from Gwangjang Traditional Market. The business hotel is situated within 5 minutes' drive of the national Myeongdong Cathedral, which is considered to be a sacred site.
The area offers shopping experience such as Dongdaemun Design Plaza within a minutes' drive from the accommodation.
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You can stay in one of the 126 air-conditioned rooms featuring Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels along with a mini-fridge-bar, tea and coffee making equipment. A shower, together with such comforts as hairdryers and dressing gowns are also provided. Some of the modern units have views of the mountain.
The hotel is set in Gangnam-Gu, which is Seoul's upscale, modern center, home to gleaming skyscrapers, designer brands and stylish nightclubs where big-name DJs spin techno and house, within 10 minutes' drive of entertainment sites like Seven Luck Casino Gangnam COEX Branch. D Museum is a 10-minute drive from the Best Western Premier Gangnam Seoul, and Gimpo airport is 25 km away.
There is the colossal Lotte World Theme Park nearly a 15-minute ride from the accommodation.