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The Shilla Seoul: Traveler Reviews

5.0 of 5
202, Jangchung-dong 2-ga, Jung-gu, Seoul 100-856 , South Korea
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Rating summary
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Location
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Atlanta, Georgia
Contributor
12 reviews 12 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“The Shilla hotel”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 11, 2013

Stayed two weeks in this hotel on a business trip in 2009.
It is expensive, but very recommended. Koreans are very polite in general, but in this hotel it is extreme .
Nice hotel, nice gym, nice bar (Rainbow, life music Fridays etc), there is golf course near by, nice sauna .
Awesome breakfast – very European (after one week you will miss it) , fresh salmon, sausages .
It is a very, very nice hotel .

  • Stayed March 2012, traveled on business
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Jurmala, Riga, Latvia
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Great experience”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 6, 2013

Hotel with it's own territory on a hill. Close to subway station (down the stairs and cross the street), plus all cab drivers knew the place. Had a corner number on one of upper floors. Spacious room with all the necessary amenities. Lot's of helpful staff will walk you right where you want. All the business papers available in the morning. Breakfast is exceptional - from European to local cuisine. Will definitely stay again.

  • Stayed February 2012, traveled on business
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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totnes
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19 reviews 19 reviews
17 hotel reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
“Expensive for what it is”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed December 23, 2012

I've stayed here before when in Seoul on business and the hotel has a lot going for it.

The location is excellent being in the centre of town and the hotel itself is well maintained, very clean and smart, As are the rooms, but they are a little on the small side. The staff could not do more for you and the breakfast is one of the best in Asia,

However, the hotel is very expensive and in terms of value for money there are other hotels in Seoul that offer the same level for less money

  • Stayed November 2012, traveled on business
    • 2 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Nuuk, Greenland
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Best service ever”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 21, 2012

In this Hotel excellent service truly means excellent service. Staff solves problems of all kind. breakfast is amazing, live Music in the hotelbar from Classic to jazz. Must be the best hotel in Seoul.

  • Stayed December 2012, traveled on business
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Toronto, Canada
Reviewer
4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
“Great Surprise!!!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 16, 2012

My boy-friend brought me here by surprise for our 2nd year Anniversary, and it was splendid. The pool was definitely the best part. On a hot and humid day in Seoul, there was nothing better than to swim in Shilla's big, beautiful pooll. We must have spent half a day swimming! The room of course was clean, and had everything you would expect from a high-end hotel.

  • Stayed January 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Also Known As:
The Shilla Seoul Hotel
The Shilla Seoul Hotel Seoul
Shilla Hotel Seoul
The Shilla Hotel Seoul
Address: 202, Jangchung-dong 2-ga, Jung-gu, Seoul 100-856 , South Korea
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Region: South Korea > Seoul
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Center Fitness Center Free Parking Restaurant Room Service Shuttle Bus service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#3 Family Hotels in Seoul
#7 Luxury Hotels in Seoul
#7 Business Hotels in Seoul
Price Range: $$$$
Hotel Class:5 star (5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The Shilla Seoul represents the best hotel in Korea, with contemporary design blending well with traditional patterns and style used back in the Shilla Dynasty. Next to the main building stands the former guesthouse that was once used to welcome special guests from around the world. The main building is replete with restaurants offering outstanding international cuisine, a shopping arcade featuring global brand goods, a pool, and a luxurious spa while in a separate building within the property lies a grand duty-free shop. ... more   less 
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