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Our top choices for Seoul historic hotels

The exterior of Dae Young Hotel with a welcoming sign, a reception desk, and potted plants at the entrance.
A modern hallway with marble walls and a potted plant.
A row of potted plants on wooden shelves against a concrete wall.
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a vase of flowers, and a mirror on the wall.

1. Daeyoung Hotel Seoul

Daeyoung Hotel Seoul
Jung-gu
United Kingdom
Lucy
￥11,017
￥12,119 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Daeyoung Hotel Seoul
A modern hotel building with multiple floors, large windows, and a prominent sign reading "HOTEL THE BOTANK".
A modern gym with exercise equipment, large windows, and a wooden floor.
A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a business lounge sign.
A modern hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table with a bottle and glass, and a green sofa.

2. HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Jung-gu
United States
Maria Elisa
￥17,520
￥19,557 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
A hotel reception area with a reception desk, seating area, and a Christmas tree.
A coffee machine with an ice dispenser and a beverage dispenser, next to a refrigerator with a beverage display.
A coffee machine, a scale, and a beverage dispenser in a hotel lobby.
Two commercial washing machines with digital displays and control panels, placed in a tiled area.

3. Toyoko Inn Seoul Dongdaemun No.2

Toyoko Inn Seoul Dongdaemun No.2
Jung-gu
Singapore
SHIN FANG
￥11,403
￥12,629 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Toyoko Inn Seoul Dongdaemun No.2
A reception area with a marble counter, a blue carpet, and a reception desk with a monitor and a sign that reads "RECEPTION".
A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign and multiple floors.
A hotel room with three single beds, a large window with sheer curtains, and a wall-mounted light fixture.
A modern elevator lobby with marble walls, two elevators, fire safety equipment, and a fire alarm.

4. Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam

Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam
Seocho-gu
United States
Don
￥12,148
￥13,468 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam
A hotel room with two beds, a small table with a vase of flowers, a chair, and a view of a cityscape and water.
A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, dining table, and chairs. There is a large window with a view of an airport.
A modern hotel room with a sofa set, a dining table, and a small Christmas tree.
A spacious lobby with large windows, a seating area with sofas and coffee tables, and a clean, modern design.

5. LOTTE CITY HOTEL GIMPO AIRPORT

LOTTE CITY HOTEL GIMPO AIRPORT
Gangseo-gu
United States
JUNG
￥22,400
￥24,640 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
LOTTE CITY HOTEL GIMPO AIRPORT
A spacious lobby with leather sofas, a reception desk, and a Christmas tree.
A tall hotel with a prominent sign at the top.
A hotel hallway with carpeted flooring, white walls, and doors on both sides.
A buffet setup with various food items and condiments.

6. Toyoko Inn Seoul Yeongdeungpo

Toyoko Inn Seoul Yeongdeungpo
Yeongdeungpo-gu
Japan
AHMED
￥10,375
￥11,554 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Toyoko Inn Seoul Yeongdeungpo
A small room with a wooden table and chairs, a lamp, a speaker, and a wall with a geometric tile pattern.
A reception area with a black counter, a Samsung microwave, a coffee machine, and several potted plants.
A building with a sign for 'Hotel Grim' and a visible entrance.
A payment kiosk with a touchscreen interface, a receipt printer, and a card reader.

7. Dapsimni Hotel Grim

Dapsimni Hotel Grim
Dongdaemun-gu
Japan
MASANORI
￥5,953
￥6,615 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Dapsimni Hotel Grim
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a mirror, and a window with curtains.
A buffet with various dishes and utensils.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a blue carpet leading to the entrance.
A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign displaying its name and website.

8. Toyoko Inn Seoul Dongdaemun 1

Toyoko Inn Seoul Dongdaemun 1
Jung-gu
United States
Chang Juan
￥10,582
￥11,640 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Toyoko Inn Seoul Dongdaemun 1
A modern hotel entrance with a prominent geometric sculpture, a well-lit facade, and a cityscape in the background.
A coffee shop interior with brick walls, wooden tables, and hanging pendant lights.
A reception desk with three staff members, a modern interior, and large windows.
A modern gym with treadmills, stationary bikes, and weight machines.

9. LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
Myeong-dong
United States
Arnel
￥33,011
￥36,312 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
A modern building with 'PARIS BA' signage, indicating a business or hotel.
A hotel lobby with a marble wall, a lounge area, a reception desk, and a corridor leading to elevators.
A hotel corridor with a marble floor, a reception desk, and a plant with a bow.
A modern kitchen with a central island, a microwave, and a sink.

10. K-Grand Hostel Sinchon

K-Grand Hostel Sinchon
Hongdae
Germany
Sebastian
￥11,142
￥12,256 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
K-Grand Hostel Sinchon
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Top Seoul Hotel Reviews

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

10/10 Excellent
"Awesome"
Ronald 7-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
Yeoksam Artnouveau City Hotel and Residence

Yeoksam Artnouveau City Hotel and Residence

8/10 Good
"Spacious rooms, relatively clean. Quite old but well maintained building. Staff are nice but most of them don't speak English fluently which makes communication a bit hard."
Maziar 6-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Yeoksam Artnouveau City Hotel and Residence
Lotte Hotel World

Lotte Hotel World

10/10 Excellent
"Na"
Chee Hui 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Lotte Hotel World
LOTTE CITY HOTEL GURO

LOTTE CITY HOTEL GURO

8/10 Good
"Great hotel. Very clean and quiet Located 5 minute walk from trains to city . Lots of shops and restaurants in walking distance . Easy bus to and from airport."
CAROLYN 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
LOTTE CITY HOTEL GURO
Grand Hyatt Seoul

Grand Hyatt Seoul

10/10 Excellent
"At the price of the room, breakfast should have been included."
Chong-ok 4-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Grand Hyatt Seoul
Step Inn Myeongdong 1

Step Inn Myeongdong 1

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room and clean and laundry machine"
Barbara 5-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Step Inn Myeongdong 1
Stanford Hotel Seoul

Stanford Hotel Seoul

10/10 Excellent
"good stay. good food. nice people"
Kyung Tek 1-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Stanford Hotel Seoul

Frequently asked questions

What can a history buff expect from a stay in Seoul?
Those interested in local history will want to find time to see the temples and monuments in Seoul. You'll likely want to savor the top-notch restaurants and charming cafes during your visit. You can also take time at the popular shops in this vibrant area.
How many historically relevant hotels are located in Seoul?
In Seoul, there are 2472 lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.
What are the must-see historical places and other sights in Seoul?
Seoul is notable for its temples and monuments, and landmarks include Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village, and Myeongdong Theater. Cultural venues include Myeongdong Nanta Theatre, Alive Museum Insadong, and Seoul Museum of Art. Other popular sights include Myeongdong Street and Namdaemun Market.
What is a historic hotel like in Seoul?
Historic hotels give guests the opportunity to stay in a building officially recognized with a national historic designation. Historic hotels throughout the world can take the form of castles, stately homes, palaces or even pubs, lodges, old police stations or skyscrapers. These types of hotels in Seoul often retain original characteristics like traditional architecture and period features in their public spaces or guestrooms.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
They are quite similar. The term "historic hotel" is more common in the U.S., whereas "heritage hotel" is common in Asia and Europe. Historic hotels tend to focus on the physical building and architecture. Heritage hotels draw their meaning mainly from the cultural value that the place has and how it inspired the surrounding community.
Do historic hotels in Seoul have modern facilities?
Yes, efforts are made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades, but hotel interiors are fitted with modern conveniences and safety features. Tourists who book a stay should expect the popular amenities you'd get from a hotel such as private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, and free and fast Internet. Booking a historic hotel in Seoul doesn't mean you will stay in a place that's rundown.

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