Korea has never been so welcoming towards travelers compared to Thailand or New York. So, it also lacked hotels, especially luxury hotels in Seoul. But, with Olympics and K-pop, things are slowly changing.
Four Seasons Hotel is one of the newest luxury hotel in Seoul now. Everybody is talking about it, and with curiosity, I have stayed for few days. And here is my thought if it’s worth the expensive room rate.
OH! and before we go further, if you decide to stay at Four Seasons hotel, we can give you the perks and benefits that hotels.com or agoda.com cannot give!
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Booking Four Seasons with Me Will Give You These Perks!
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- Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
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- Continental breakfast daily, for up to two in room guests
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- Food & Beverage credit of KRW50,000 once during stay (approx. US $50 / no cash value if not redeemed)
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- Early check-in/late check-out, subject to availability
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
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LOCATION
Location is excellent for travelers who are going to sight see Seoul. Four Seasons Hotel is close to all the palaces, Insadong and Bukchon Hanok Village. You can also get my favorite Samgyetang near Four Seasons hotel.
Four Seasons hotel Is Perfect for Sight Seeing Travelers, but Not for Nightlife
It is about 15 minute (with no traffic) drive to Itaewon where all the nightlife is happening. It can be horrendous during rush hour, because it is one of the biggest business district in Seoul. So if you are looking for nightlife in Seoul, this might not be best for you. You should consider staying near Itaewon or Hongdae, and you can read my blogs about other top hotels here in the Itaewon/Hongdae area.
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ROOMS
A lot of old hotels in Seoul, Korea tend to be small. Grand Hyatt hotel in Namsan rooms are so small, it feels like you are back in one of the New York hotels. But Four Seasons hotel in Seoul has very spacious rooms and it is very well thought out for the guests. The bathroom is so spacious you could actually fall sleep there. The details about it is also on top of the game. From universal socket to USB cords near your bed to refreshing gifts everyday is something you wouldn’t get at other 5 star hotels (You will actually get it at Park Hyatt and Banyan Tree hotel).
The Rooms Are One of The Most Luxurious Hotel Rooms I Have Ever Been
AMMENETIES
I feel like a spokes person for Four Seasons hotel by now lol. Here is the thing about Korean 5 star hotels. They sell club memberships to people where they can use the spa and the gym.
Gran Hyatt hotel is known for rich Korean older people to use the spa. And I can already see how people will line up for the membership at Four Seasons hotel. The pool, the gym and the sauna is top notch. I just didn’t want to leave the hotel because of it.
Also, using the club lounge is a delight. They have free breakfast to happy hour. We did the club room access room, and it was worth the pay. We went to get free water and food. And during happy hour, you can drink as much as you can.
They also have 7 different restaurants and bars in the hotel. But one bar stood out to me. It is called Charles H. and it is a speak easy bar. You will have to ask the concierge unless you will miss it. If you get a chance, definitely try it!
FINAL THOUGHTS
I think Four Seasons hotel is an excellent hotel for staycation or travelers who needs a rest after all the sightseeing. Because the location, you will save a lot of time sightseeing. Also, the hotel itself is above and beyond. I even feel silly talking about how good Four Seasons hotel is, because it is a well known fact Four Seasons hotel is the best of the best. The club lounge with a pool, resting area, sauna and the spa will make sure you are well rested.
PROS
- The amenities are excellent – a pool, resting area, sauna, spa, restaurants and a gym
- Floor to cieling windows has the wow factor
- Floor to cieling windows are connected all the way to the bathroom
- The bathtub is deep and big
- Basically the room is spacious and well thoughtout
- The subway station is really close
CONS
- The location is not good for nightlife
Tel: +82 2-6388-5000
Website: https://www.fourseasons.com/seoul//
Addy: 606 Teheran-ro, Daechi 2(i)-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul