Best Luxury Hotels in Incheon
Formerly known as Jemulpo and Chemulp’o, Incheon is South Korea’s third largest city and the first place in the country to have been widely visited by non-nationals. It’s very close to Seoul and is home to the 17th Asian Games. Popular tourist areas are its Chinatown and Open Port, with museums, an art platform, street food and a fish market containing all manner of intriguing sea creatures. You’ll find many beautiful parks dotted around the city, as well as fascinating sites dating from the Korean war. Here’s where to stay in Incheon.
Incheon, Yeonsu-gu
Gyeongwonjae Ambassador Incheon
(5 stars)Stay in the foodie district of Songdo, in the city’s Central Park. The Gyeongwonjae Ambassador features Honok-style architecture with wooden beams, modern Korean decor and classic Korean artworks. A boutique property, it offers 30 bedrooms with silk textiles, soaking tubs and rainfall showers – larger rooms have traditionally appointed dining and sitting areas. It has a garden and terrace and a fitness centre as well as an onsite restaurant, Sura. This is a good option if you’d like to experience an authentic taste of the country’s culture and design, in luxe surroundings.
Incheon, Jung-gu
Grand Hyatt Incheon
(5 stars)Grand Hyatt Incheon offers 1,024 rooms and suites, making it one of the largest airport hotels in Asia, located just minutes from Incheon International Airport. Interiors are sleek and contemporary, with spacious layouts designed for international travellers and business guests. Dining spans multiple venues, including Grand Café for international buffets, Restaurant 8 for themed Asian dining, and a stylish lobby lounge and bar.
Wellness facilities are extensive, featuring three swimming pools, a fitness centre, and a luxury spa with saunas and treatments. With one of the largest conference centres in the region, the hotel is also a major hub for global events. Combining Hyatt’s luxury service with state-of-the-art facilities, Grand Hyatt Incheon is a destination in its own right at South Korea’s gateway.
