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About the Hotel
135, Sejong-Daero, Jung-Gu,
Seoul,
South Korea,
100101,
Seoul Special City
Koreana Hotel is a traditional Korean hotel located in the heart of Seoul, established in 1972. The hotel aims to provide exceptional service and facilities for both national and international guests. It features a banquet hall accommodating 220 people and offers stunning views of Mount Namsan and Bukak. The hotel is conveniently situated within walking distance of many cultural landmarks and shopping areas.
Location
Koreana Hotel is located in the Jung-Gu district, just 300 meters from City Hall and within 1 km of major attractions like Namdaemun and Jongmyo Shrine. Visitors can explore cultural highlights such as Bukchon Hanok Village and the National Museum of Korea. The hotel is easily accessible, with Gimpo International Airport only 20 km away.
Rooms
Koreana Hotel comprises 345 elegantly furnished guest rooms equipped with modern amenities. Each room features air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, and a well-stocked minibar. Certain units include a seating area for relaxation after a busy day, and all rooms have private bathrooms with designer toiletries. High-speed internet access is available in all units.
Eat & Drink
Guests can enjoy diverse dining experiences at the hotel's three on-site restaurants, offering Korean, Western, and Japanese cuisines. Seasonal Korean menus provide a taste of local flavors while European-style meals cater to diverse palates. Additionally, a coffee shop/café is available for casual snacks and drinks.
Leisure & Business
The hotel offers various leisure amenities, including a health club, sauna, and fitness center located on the 23rd floor. For business travelers, there is a 24-hour front desk, a fully equipped business center, and event facilities such as a conference center and meeting room. Complimentary services include hairdressers and a gift shop.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Early Check Out-Deluxe Queen Check 1500 ~ Check-out 0900
The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Spacious Elegance
The room was beautifully decorated and incredibly spacious, providing a luxurious experience during my stay.view full review
Well-Equipped Bathroom
The bathroom had everything I needed, including quality toiletries and a warm toilet seat, enhancing my comfort.view full review
Efficient Business Center
The business center was highly efficient, allowing me to work for several hours comfortably with excellent support.view full review
Convenient Amenities
Having a microwave upstairs and a convenience store next door made it easy to enjoy snacks and meals on my own schedule.view full review
General
No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Paid parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
Currency exchange
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Sports & Fitness
Fitness centre
Guest Parking
Electric kettle
Services
Valet parking
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Shops/Commercial services
Dining
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Business
Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying
Children
Cots
Spa & Leisure
Sauna
Room features
Air conditioning
Heating
Dining table
Ironing facilities
Self-catering
Electric kettle
Media
Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
Carpeted floor
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Location
135, Sejong-Daero, Jung-Gu,
Seoul,
South Korea,
100101,
Seoul Special City
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135, Sejong-Daero, Jung-Gu,
Seoul,
South Korea,
100101,
Seoul Special City
City landmarks
Palace
Gyeongbokgung Palace
1.4
km
105 Namsangongwon-gil
N Seoul Tower
2.2
km
157 Jong-ro
Jongmyo Shrine
1.9
km
Jung-gu
Myeongdong Shopping Street
1.1
km
Square
Gwanghwamun Gate
900 m
Palace
Changdeokgung
2.3
km
Park
Bukchon Hanok Village
2.0
km
Pagoda
Jogyesa
1.1
km
Palace
Jeong Kwan-heon of Deoksugung Palace
680 m
40 Sejong-daero
Namdaemun
970 m
39 Namdaemun-ro
Bank of Korea Money Museum
1.2
km
Park
Tapgol Park
1.4
km
Museum
Postal Museum of Korea
1.2
km
28 Toegye-ro 34-gil
Namsangol Hanok Village
2.4
km
110 Sejong-daero
Cheonggyecheon Stream
1.1
km
Church
Myeongdong Cathedral
1.4
km
Square
Gwanghwamun Square
650 m
35-4 6 Insa-dong-gil
Insa-dong Maru
1.3
km
432 Cheongpa-ro
Seoullo 7017
1.4
km
Museum
The National Folk Museum of Korea
2.1
km
Mall
Dongdaemun Design Plaza
2.9
km
Museum
National Palace Museum of Korea
1.1
km
Museum
Seoul Museum of History
1.1
km
Museum
Seoul Museum of Art
1.4
km
K-beauty shopping
1.6
km
SK T-Tower 11 Euljiro 2-ga
T.um SK Telecom Technology Museum
1.4
km
Nearby
Architectural Building
Seoul City Wall
480 m
Museum
Grevin Seoul
570 m
172 Sejong-daero
Statue of Sejong the Great
520 m
Gwanghwamun Sq
Statue of Admiral Yi Sun-Sin
300 m
Restaurants
Myeongdong Kyoja Main
1.3
km
29-1
Bulgogi Brothers Seoul Finance Center Store
410 m
B2 Seoul Finance Center 84 Taepyeongno 1-ga
My x-Wife's Secret Recipe
420 m
B1F
Wolhyang Gwanghwamun
270 m
30 Sejong-daero 21-gil
SongJuk
410 m
Best Western New Seoul Hotel 2F
Shy Bana
460 m
136
La Grillia Gwanghwamun
470 m
11
Artisee Cheonggye Gwangjang
430 m
11
Kkongsi Myeongwan Myeongdong
340 m
45
Reviews and Ratings
Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
78%
liked the hotel and would stay again
attentive service
convenient location
stuffy rooms
distance from some attractions
7.8/10
Very good
Rooms
7.4
Location
8.4
Service
9.0
Dining
7.0
Guest reviews
7.8/10
based on 8 reviews
8.2
8.2/10based on 1879 reviews
George
United Kingdom,
May
2024
7.8/10
The hotel offers nice and spacious rooms, with antiquated bath/shower fittings and slow-draining bath. The location is really great, but dining options could be improved. The service is very friendly, and the facilities are well-maintained.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms are really quiet, even on the neighboring side of the boulevard.
Service
9.0
The service is very friendly and helpful at all times.
Location
8.0
The hotel is located quite close to Sejong Road and the Palace, offering reasonable facility and comfort.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience, although a bit pricey, was good with a mix of Western and Asian options.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities are in line with its class level.
Kevin
United States,
April
2024
8.0/10
The hotel offered clean and spacious rooms, but some were filled with excess furniture. The smoking room history was evident. The service was attentive and accommodating, although they were strict about check-in times. The location was central and convenient for tourism, being close to various attractions. The dining choices were varied but cut off service a bit early. Overall, a pleasant stay with a few minor drawbacks.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean, spacious, and well-equipped with everything needed, but some had excessive furniture.
Service
9.0
The service was attentive, cordial, and extremely accommodating, although check-in time rules were strict.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location was very central and ideal for accessing government offices or for tourism, but the size was a bit small.
Dining
7.0
The dining options were good, with a variety of choices, but service ended slightly early.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offered various facilities such as dry cleaning, laundry, and valet parking.
Greg
United States,
March
2024
7.8/10
My stay at the hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. The rooms were spotlessly clean and spacious, providing a comfortable stay. However, the decor seemed outdated, reminiscent of the 80s, and noise from a party nearby disrupted the peace from late evening to early hours.
Rooms
7.0
I found the rooms to be very clean and spacious but a bit dated in style.
Service
9.0
The staff were incredibly helpful, professional, and polite throughout my stay.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location was convenient, with easy access to various attractions and public transportation options like bus stops and the subway.
Dining
7.0
While the dining options were good, I felt they were a bit overpriced given the overall quality of the meals.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offered a range of useful amenities and services, including dry cleaning, shops nearby, and valet parking options.
Tim
United Kingdom,
March
2024
8.2/10
The hotel rooms are older style but clean and comfortable with all the facilities needed, nice and spacious. However, some aspects show wear and tear, such as non-functioning lights and outdated bathroom décor. The service is very friendly and helpful, with staff always greeting guests warmly. The location is excellent, making it easy to explore key attractions in Seoul. The dining experience offers good choices but may be a bit pricey for some items. Overall, a decent value for money with varied facilities available.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean and comfortable, albeit showing signs of wear in some areas.
Service
9.0
The service was very friendly and helpful, making the stay welcoming.
Location
9.0
The location is wonderful, close to many of Seoul's sites, and facilitated easy exploration.
Dining
7.0
The dining options were decent with enough choices, but some items were a bit pricey.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel provides various facilities to enhance the overall stay experience.
John
United Kingdom,
February
2024
9.0/10
The hotel provided very spacious and comfortable rooms with friendly and helpful staff. The amenities were reasonable for the price paid, making it a satisfying stay overall. However, some improvements in dining options could enhance the experience.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were very spacious and comfortable, and the staff were friendly and helpful.
Service
9.0
The service throughout my stay was warm, courteous, and efficient. I particularly appreciated the attentive staff inside the hotel room.
Location
10.0
The location of the hotel was perfect for experiencing Seoul, with easy access to local attractions and public transportation.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was very good for European guests, although there could be room for improvement in terms of menu choices.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities provided by the hotel were clean and modern, offering a comfortable and convenient experience during my stay.
Mike
United States,
August
2023
8.0/10
My stay at the hotel was a mix of great experiences and some areas that could use improvement. The rooms were spacious and well-equipped but tended to feel stuffy even with the AC on. The service was top-notch, with friendly and accommodating staff, although there was a slight language barrier with specific requests. The location was convenient for accessing government offices and popular tourist spots, but a bit far from some areas of interest. The dining options were decent, with a good variety to choose from. Overall, a pleasant stay with a few minor drawbacks.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were large, clean, and had everything we needed during our stay, although they could get stuffy even with the window open in the winter.
Service
9.0
The service was attentive, cordial, and accommodating, with staff going out of their way to assist with luggage, taxis, and smooth check-in and check-out processes.
Location
7.0
The hotel's location was ideal for accessing government offices and popular tourist attractions, but it was a bit far from certain areas. However, it was quick to reach lively parts like Hongdae and Itaewon.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience presented a good variety of foods, catering to different tastes, although it may not have been as impressive as expected for a 4-star quality.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel offered excellent facilities including dry cleaning, shops, laundry, and valet parking.
attentive service
stuffy rooms
Kenny
United Kingdom,
July
2023
7.8/10
The hotel offers a cozy stay with comfortable rooms and great service in a convenient location while the dining experience may leave more to be desired. The value for money is reasonable considering the amenities provided.
Rooms
8.0
I loved the cozy ambiance of the room with dim lighting and elegant dark furniture. The bed was really comfortable, and the bathroom was beautiful. Having a kettle, fridge, slippers, and a nice big TV made my winter stay even more enjoyable.
Service
9.0
The staff was incredibly responsive and helpful. I had a language barrier moment, but they were quick to assist. The hotel's location close to transport and cultural sites was a big plus, and the convenience of services like dry cleaning and valet parking was a great bonus.
Location
9.0
I received detailed directions upon booking, which was very helpful. The hotel's location is safe and perfect for walking around any time of day. Being close to shopping areas and with efficient staff service added to the overall convenience.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was decent but not exceptional. The dishes didn't quite meet the expectations of a 4-star quality, and the variety during dinner was average. However, I did enjoy the fresh coffee provided in the restaurant.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offers basic facilities, but they are sufficient for a comfortable stay.
Raymond
United Kingdom,
June
2023
7.0/10
The hotel has a great location in downtown Seoul with lots of nearby attractions, but the rooms are old-fashioned and worn out. The service is top-notch, however, offering a pleasant experience. The dining options are good, but the price may not match the quality. Overall, a mixed experience with some positives and negatives.
Rooms
5.0
The rooms are very old-fashioned and worn out, with some dirt spots on the chairs.
Service
9.0
The service is amazing, possibly the best in Korea. The receptionists are friendly and polite.
Location
8.0
The location is great, right downtown with many nearby places to eat and visit like Duty Free Shops and art galleries.
Dining
7.0
The dining options are good, offering a variety of Western and Asian cuisines, but may not be worth the high price.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities include dry cleaning, shops, laundry, and valet parking.