The 19 best luxury hotels in South Korea
From Sofitel Ambassador to Conrad: 19 hand-picked luxury hotels across 3 destinations in South Korea. Every booking through suitespot includes free breakfast for 2, a room upgrade subject to availability and further benefits — at the regular hotel rate.
Luxury hotels in South Korea by destination
Pick your destination: every city and region in South Korea has its own overview with all properties, rates and benefits.
The most popular luxury hotels in South Korea
These properties lead our ranking in South Korea — across all destinations, ordered exactly as in our search.
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The strongest destinations in South Korea compared
How many properties are where, what do they cost and which address leads the local ranking? All prices are from-rates per night; booked via suitespot the benefits come on top at no extra cost.
Current offers & deals for luxury hotels in South Korea
Many of our partner hotels in South Korea offer special conditions bookable through suitespot – from free nights to hotel credit.
| Hotel | Offer | Bookable until |
|---|---|---|
| Sofitel Ambassador Seoul | Fourth night free | June 2, 2027 |
| Fairmont Ambassador Seoul | Third night free (on selected room categories) | June 18, 2027 |
| JW Marriott Jeju Resort | Up to 25% discount for stays of four nights or more (on selected room categories) | June 27, 2027 |
Your guide to the best luxury hotels in South Korea
Sofitel Ambassador SeoulFor this guide we have gathered the best hotels in South Korea: 19 5-star hotels, from 142 euros a night.19 luxury hotels between Seoul, Busan and Jeju – and how to choose
Luxury hotels in South Korea cost between 142 € and 654 € a night; the median entry rate is 283 €.
Conrad SeoulAll 19 include a breakfast for two, an upgrade and an early check-in or late check-out; at 15 the suitespot benefits apply from the first night.
Our travel advisors’ insider tip
In Seoul, first choose your side of the Han River.
To the north lie the palaces, Myeongdong and the markets. Four hotels stand here in Jung-gu and Jongno, including The Shilla Seoul and The Westin Josun Seoul.
To the south lies Gangnam with five hotels, including the Park Hyatt Seoul and the Josun Palace Seoul. The Signiel Seoul occupies the upper floors of the Lotte World Tower in Jamsil.
Our advice: for palaces, markets and museums stay in the north; for shopping and business meetings, in Gangnam.
Where to stay: north or south of the Han River, by the sea or on the island
The best hotels in South Korea are in the capital, by the sea in Busan and on Jeju.
Seoul
17 hotels from 142 €. South of the river there are five in Gangnam, including the Andaz Seoul Gangnam, two in Jamsil and the JW Marriott Seoul in Seocho. North of it you find four in the city centre, including L'Escape Seoul Myeongdong, two in Yongsan with the Grand Hyatt Seoul and the Mondrian Seoul Itaewon, and the Hotel Naru Seoul in Mapo. On Yeouido island stand the Conrad Seoul and the Fairmont Ambassador Seoul. Our recommendation for palaces, markets, design and food.
Busan
The Park Hyatt Busan from 250 € in Haeundae’s Marine City. Our recommendation for beaches, fish markets and temples by the sea.
Jeju
The JW Marriott Jeju Resort from 654 € in Seogwipo. Our recommendation for the volcanic island with Hallasan and its coastal trails. How best to travel between the places, our travel advisors will clarify before you book.
366 categories: the best hotels in South Korea from the inside
Together the best hotels in South Korea list 366 categories, 163 of them suites. The widest choice is at the Signiel Seoul with 54 categories.
Park Hyatt BusanIt also has the largest unit: the Royal Suite of 353 m². At the InterContinental Grand Seoul Parnas the Presidential Suite measures 303 m², at the Conrad Seoul the Penthouse Suite 288 m².
Tell us the size you do not want to go below – our travel advisors have it confirmed before you book.
What a night at a luxury hotel in South Korea costs
A night at a 5-star hotel in South Korea costs between 142 € and 654 €.
| Luxury hotel | Location | From |
|---|---|---|
| Mondrian Seoul Itaewon | Seoul | 142 € |
| Hotel Naru Seoul | Seoul | 157 € |
| Sofitel Ambassador Seoul | Seoul | 202 € |
| The Westin Josun Seoul | Seoul | 223 € |
| Conrad Seoul | Seoul | 232 € |
| Andaz Seoul Gangnam | Seoul | 243 € |
| Park Hyatt Busan | Busan | 250 € |
| Grand Hyatt Seoul | Seoul | 260 € |
| The Shilla Seoul | Seoul | 269 € |
| JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul | Seoul | 283 € |
| The Westin Seoul Parnas | Seoul | 293 € |
| L'Escape Seoul Myeongdong | Seoul | 303 € |
| InterContinental Grand Seoul Parnas | Seoul | 305 € |
| Park Hyatt Seoul | Seoul | 313 € |
| JW Marriott Seoul | Seoul | 322 € |
| Fairmont Ambassador Seoul | Seoul | 361 € |
| Signiel Seoul | Seoul | 365 € |
| Josun Palace Seoul | Seoul | 425 € |
| JW Marriott Jeju Resort | Jeju | 654 € |
How long to stay: six nights – four in Seoul and two in Busan or on Jeju.
Hotel Naru SeoulAt 15 hotels the suitespot benefits apply from the first night, at the Mondrian Seoul Itaewon, the Hotel Naru Seoul, the Grand Hyatt Seoul and L'Escape Seoul Myeongdong from two nights.
When it is at its best: in April for the cherry blossom and in October, when the leaves turn in the palace gardens. Our recommendation for Seoul.
In summer the beaches of Busan and Jeju beckon, in winter the ski resorts of Gangwon. Our recommendation for sea and mountains.
And whatever the date: you get the suitespot benefits in the quietest week of the year just as in the busiest.
Breakfast, upgrade and exclusive services at a 5-star hotel
All 19 hotels include a breakfast for two, an upgrade and an early check-in or late check-out upon availability – breakfast at The Westin Josun Seoul in the Westin Club Lounge, at the JW Marriott Jeju Resort as a buffet in Island Kitchen. At the four Hyatt hotels the upgrade comes at booking.Personal luxury travel adviceOur travel advisors personally accompany your booking – 365 days a year, from the first offer to late check-out. Reach the suitespot VIP service via email or WhatsApp.Phone: +49 30 81452346 · hotel@suitespot.comIn addition, 14 hotels offer a hotel credit and 15 a welcome gift.
You collect points at 18 hotels – with Marriott Bonvoy, ALL (Accor), World of Hyatt, IHG One Rewards, Hilton Honors and in the Leaders Club. The Conrad Seoul adds double Hilton Honors points.
Suites & family options in South Korea
For anniversaries, wedding nights or simply more space: these properties in South Korea offer their own suite categories. Our travel advisors know them in detail and will put together the right category for your occasion.
| Hotel | Destination | Suite categories (selection) | Largest suite |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sofitel Ambassador Seoul | Seoul | Deluxe Suite, Opera Suite, Premier Suite | – |
| Conrad Seoul | Seoul | Penthouse Suite, Conrad Suite, Corner Suite | Penthouse Suite · 288 m² |
| Park Hyatt Busan | Busan | Diplomat Suite, Family Suite, Park Family Suite | Diplomat Suite · 155 m² |
| Hotel Naru Seoul | Seoul | Namsan Suite, Premier Suite | – |
| Grand Hyatt Seoul | Seoul | Diplomatic Suite, Grand Executive Suite, Grand Suite | Diplomatic Suite · 82 m² |
| The Westin Josun Seoul | Seoul | Executive Suite, Junior Suite, Premium Suite | – |
| Mondrian Seoul Itaewon | Seoul | Cabana Suite, City Suite, Corner Suite | – |
| JW Marriott Jeju Resort | Jeju | Family Garden Suite, Family Suite, Panorama Suite | – |
Earn points & use your status in South Korea
suitespot rates are full direct rates: you earn regular points and elite nights in the hotel program and keep your status benefits — the suitespot benefits come on top.
| Program | Hotels | Examples in South Korea |
|---|---|---|
| Marriott Bonvoy | 7 hotels | The Westin Josun Seoul, JW Marriott Jeju Resort, JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul … |
| ALL (Accor) | 4 hotels | Sofitel Ambassador Seoul, Hotel Naru Seoul, Mondrian Seoul Itaewon … |
| World of Hyatt | 4 hotels | Park Hyatt Busan, Grand Hyatt Seoul, Park Hyatt Seoul … |
| Leaders Club | 2 hotels | Signiel Seoul, The Shilla Seoul |
| Hilton Honors | 1 hotel | Conrad Seoul |
| IHG One Rewards | 1 hotel | Grand InterContinental Seoul Parnas |
More luxury destinations nearby
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Frequently asked questions about luxury hotels in South Korea
How many luxury hotels in South Korea does suitespot offer?
19: 17 in Seoul, one in Busan and one on Jeju.
What does a night at a 5-star hotel in South Korea cost?
Between 142 € at the Mondrian Seoul Itaewon and 654 € at the JW Marriott Jeju Resort.
Where should I stay in Seoul?
North of the Han River for palaces, markets and museums, for example at The Shilla Seoul; south in Gangnam for shopping and business, for example at the Park Hyatt Seoul.
Which luxury hotel is in Busan?
The Park Hyatt Busan in Haeundae, from 250 € and from the first night.
Is there a minimum stay in South Korea?
At 15 hotels the benefits apply from the first night, at four hotels in Seoul from two nights.
Which hotel has the largest suite?
The Signiel Seoul: the Royal Suite of 353 m².
Can I earn hotel points in South Korea?
At 18 hotels, with Marriott Bonvoy, ALL (Accor), World of Hyatt, IHG One Rewards, Hilton Honors and in the Leaders Club.
When is the best time to visit South Korea?
In April for the cherry blossom and in October for the autumn leaves, in summer for Busan and Jeju.
Which is the most expensive hotel in South Korea?
The most expensive hotel in South Korea is JW Marriott Jeju Resort, with rates from 653 € a night. Mondrian Seoul Itaewon has the lowest entry price at 142 €.
