Best Luxury Hotels in Seoul
The South Korean capital and prior host of the Winter Olympics is a melting pot of ancient and modern culture. Here skyscrapers and ancient palaces stand side by side, as the Han River flows timelessly through the city’s heart. With K-culture (namely K-pop and K-food) very much in vogue, Seoul is an increasingly popular destination for curious millennial tourists — the Gangnam district is now a must-see spot, thanks to PSY’s dance hit. Visit in spring if you want to catch the picturesque cherry blossoms and see the flower markets at their finest, or come during the mild autumn months.
Seoul, Yeongdeungpo-Gu
Fairmont Ambassador Seoul
(5 stars)Situated on Seoul’s Yeouido Island, the Fairmont Ambassador has 316 bedrooms with expansive views of the Yeouido skyline and Han River. It was the brand’s first property to launch in Korea, having opened in the Parc.1 complex which was designed by the esteemed architect Sir Richard Rogers. A rooftop bar and restaurant are found atop the skyscraper, 29 floors high, with further eateries throughout the contemporary building. The hotel has a futuristic gym, a swimming pool and a large ESPA spa decorated in classic East Asian style. Upgrade to a top-level suite for butler service and access to an executive lounge.