Four Seasons Hotel, Seoul
Expert reviews
“The centrally located Four Seasons Hotel Seoul’s gentle curves pay homage to the eaves of traditional tile-roof homes known as hanok. The hotel offers rooms overlooking Gyeongbokgung Palace and the mountains to the north.”
Featured in New York Times’ 36 Hours in Seoul.
“One of the most luxurious accommodations in Seoul, this location of the Four Seasons boasts several well-reputed restaurants and a state-of-the-art spa in addition to spotless, sunny guest rooms that have panoramic city views.”
“The new 29-story, glass-and-steel Four Seasons Hotel Seoul, designed by Su Sin Tao of Singapore, is meant to look like an ancient Korean palace of old, but stylized and brought into the 21st century.”
What guests liked
- Top location
- Swimming pool
- Comfortable beds
- Friendly staff
- Free Wifi
- Private parking
All you need to know
A stylish elegance standing right in the heat of Seoul, Korea.
Seoul, the dynamic capital city of South Korea, is lined with a plethora of modern structures, historical monuments, verdant mountains, and more. Just slide aside the curtains and immerse yourself in the picturesque city views looking through floor-to-ceiling windows. Yeah, we are talking about the views from the top-tier rooms of Four Seasons Hotel Seoul!
Just as the name indicates, this contemporary Gwanghwamun Hotel brings the Four Seasons experience to the premises of Korea for the very first time. Here, you can enjoy the world-class pampering facilities at the urban spa, drool over the authentic Cantonese cuisine at Yu Yuan, or be high when sipping explicit drinks at Charles H.
This one-of-a-kind hotel offers five accommodation options, each featuring its own charm. These include the Premier Room, City-View Executive Suit, Ambassador Suit, Palace-View Executive Suit, and the Sejong Two-Bedroom Suit. The amenities in common are the giant floor-to-ceiling windows, marbled floors, appealing furnishing, and more.
Book Palace-View Executive Suit; if you want to spend a night out with friends for business, the Ambassador Suit featuring a spacious dining area will be ideal. For a more grand dinner party, hop inside the Sejong Two-Bedroom Suit for another level experience.
Where Italian cuisine lovers can taste the authentic flavors at Boccalino, those who want to enjoy an International buffet just hop inside The Market Kitchen. It doesn’t end at these only, as in Four Seasons Hotel Seoul, you get a significant sum of nine different dining options. Besides offering meeting and event spaces, this hotel can be an ideal venue for a dream wedding.
The hotel’s proximity to the top tourist attractions and the endless amenities are the main contributors to making Four Seasons Hotel Seoul your ultimate accommodation choice.
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Location
Recent guest reviews
5 August 2024
Beautiful property with excellent service
Beautiful and luxurious
Not the most convenient location for tourists
5 August 2024
Meow meow meow
Super clean extremely nice beads great location good customer service
There was some was from time to time, I can smell it in the air
26 July 2024
Exceptional
Our family, including my son, recently stayed at the Four Seasons Hotel in Seoul. From the moment we booked our room, we experienced the hotel's heartfelt service. Even before our arrival, the concierge helped us reserve a restaurant. When we checked in, the front desk staff presented my son with an adorable stuffed dog. Upon entering our room, we found my son's name and our check-in date written in colorful paint on the window, along with a delicious assortment of macarons. Each time we went out, the staff courteously called taxis for us. The breakfasts were delightful, and the unique chocolate fountain was a special treat. Overall, I would recommend the Four Seasons Hotel to everyone, and I definitely look forward to staying there again.
19 July 2024
Wonderful place to stay in a beautiful and energetic city!
The room was beautiful and spacious. The beds were comfortable and shower was relaxing. The buffet breakfast was the best I have seen. So much delicious food and such variety. The Italian restaurant was wonderful. The secret bar was also fund with excellent drinks and snacks. The staff were always helpful and very friendly. It was walking distance to the palace and many restaurants. It was a very wonderful visit!
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17 July 2024
Great location, competent and kind staff, nice facilities
Awesome location, good facilities, great staff
9 July 2024
Peak peerless luxury in superlative !
The brand has a veritable renown for super luxury and peerless service and this branch in Seoul lives up to it ! Uber attentive staff , indulgent living, pampering spa — money can buy you happiness, sometimes !
The lobby for 4 seasons standards is small and underwhelming
8 July 2024
Great
Cleanliness and Great kids club
Kids club opens only on weekends After checkout, when i was in the airport getting ready to aboard my flight, i got email from the hotel, they charge me by mistake which wasnt professional at all
6 July 2024
Exceptional
Staff was super friendly and very helpful.
3 July 2024
Unforgettable stay
Great design, exceptionally clean. Impeccable service. Great location
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22 June 2024
Very good
They charge for toothbrushes, very odd considering you’re paying premium prices. A bit cheap.
21 June 2024
You will not find a better hotel in that part of Seoul
Great location. Fantastic breakfast
Pricey
18 June 2024
Perfect Stay
Everything. Staff comfort breakfast fitness center is the best in the world
9 June 2024
Luxurious accommodations near historic destinations.
Staff was attentive and responsive. Basement offerings were convenient. Room was spacious and clean. Location was great -- so glad it was not in the heart of an area overrun by tourists, like Myeongdong. Because it was near government area, it felt like authentic life of the city. The only dissapointment was that the garden terrace was never open.
4 June 2024
Expensive but glorious place to stay in Tokyo.
The bedroom was huge, well equipped and unlike some Japanese hotels we were able to unpack! The washing (we were part way through a month’s travelling) took just two hours. This hotel is walking distance to Tokyo’s main station and the Ginza shopping and restaurant district. The staff were very helpful and even helped us with our Bullet Train tickets to Kanazawa.
The hotel in common with other Japanese hotels likes to take deposits (rather than guarantees) that they refund once the bill has been paid. This means that foreigners get charged three lots of exchange. It would be better if they set themselves up to accept a credit card guarantee rather than demand a deposit. It would be simpler all round. There is some background rail noise from the railway station.
3 June 2024
Exceptional
The room is gorgeous and very comfortable. The location is convenient, close to tourist sites and fantastic restaurants. This is our favorite place to stay in Seoul.
2 June 2024
Very good
Cleanliness, location, and versatile food menu.
Staff impoliteness at the reception, and other services.
23 May 2024
It was excellent with a convenient location.
Everything.
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9 May 2024
The best hotel stay ever!
Amazingly clean and beautifully decorated and smelt delicious
7 May 2024
Exceptional
The location was good, the room and food in the hotel was fantastic!
7 May 2024
World Class Hotel, great staff
The Hotel is simply world class. As frequent traveler of 5 star luxury hotels across the world, I can only say this hotel is up there with the best. The staff are amazing, Facilities are great and the whole feel about the hotel is spot on.
Nothing, only positive things to say.
4 May 2024
Exceptional! 10+! Best hotel in Seoul!
Everything, fantastic hotel and the kindest staff. Very professional, helpful and friendly, amazing breakfast as well!
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1 May 2024
The Four Seasons made our Seoul stay perfect.
Everything was excellent! The location was accessible but not in a crowded area. The room was well-appointed and very comfortable. We dined at Boccalino, Maru, and Akira Beck and had breakfast at the Marketplace and each restaurant offered distinct, very tasty, and well-crafted dishes. The masseuses at the spa were very good. The gym was well-equipped. Most importantly, all the staff were courteous, friendly, and went out of their way to be helpful from booking our stay to our departure.
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26 April 2024
Excellent hotel with great staff and service
Spacious room with great views of the city. Comfortable bed and great service. We felt well looked after.
21 April 2024
Exceptional
Hotel staff was very friendly and helpful. It was also in a good location to many attractions we visited.
9 April 2024
Fantastic
All around excellent on all aspects
Lack of English skills on the staff, made it very difficult to communicate
3 April 2024
The best
Excellent property, facilities and exceptional staff, well located
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1 April 2024
Fabulous
High level quality.
2 March 2024
It was realy good location , clean and next to supermarket
The location and staff was friendly
There is no variety of Hala food
29 February 2024
Fantastic stay at Four Seasons’ Seoul !
It was our second stay at Four Seasons’ in Seoul and it was just amazing. Everything was outstanding : the welcome, service, desk, concierge , room, location.. a real 5 star experience
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24 February 2024
Perfect location at Christmas with light show a 3 min walk away
Location and room
Expensive meals
7 February 2024
Was an amazing experience for my wife and I
Breakfast. French toast
Food was okay but expensive for the quality
29 January 2024
Perfect hotel for a stress- free vacation with the family.
Overall, my family and I enjoyed our stay in Four Seasons during the Christmas/ New Year holidays. The location was walking distance to where the NYC was held and although it was expected for a lot of visitors to come to the hotel due to the season, all the staff were very attentive to everyone's needs. Requests came at a very acceptable turn around time, rooms and common areas were squeaky clean, the "little personal touches" before bed time were well- thought off. I would definitely recommend this hotel and go back there again.
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25 January 2024
Exceptional
Enjoyed every second
Akita back x-mas dinner was worst part of our journey . Actually one of the worst dinners we ever had in our lives . X-mas menu was around 140 dollars per person and was including a lot of interesting dishes like : truffle pizza , one of the worst sushi ever , really good fish and really bad meat . We will never go there again . The good side is stuff . Respect to them - they are really good people .
11 January 2024
Top hotel in Seoul
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Four Seasons Seoul. The highlight was definitely the service from the staff. Each person we met was very polite, professional and helpful. A special thank you to Summer at the front desk who helped check us in and all the front staff that worked so seamlessly together. The room was amazing and very clean, we have nothing but good things to say. We will definitely be back when we get the chance.
29 December 2023
Four Seasons Seoul is a pinnacle of luxury and hospitality.
Four Seasons Seoul, a haven of luxury and refinement, flawlessly combines modernity with Korean tradition. The architecture and decor pay homage to Korea's rich cultural heritage while exuding contemporary allure. My Deluxe Suite offered stunning city views and a blend of Korean artistry with modern comfort. The plush bedding ensured restful nights, and the marble-clad bathroom, complete with a deep soaking tub and rainfall shower, was a luxurious retreat. Service here is impeccable, with staff treating guests as cherished friends. Their warmth, attentiveness, and professionalism are truly commendable. Culinary delights abound, from the refined Chinese cuisine at Yu Yuan to international offerings at The Market Kitchen. The Michelin-starred Italian restaurant, Boccalino, delivers authentic flavors. The Evian Spa is an oasis of serenity, with signature treatments in a tranquil setting leaving you revitalized. For business travelers, well-appointed meeting and event spaces cater to every corporate need. Centrally located, the hotel offers easy access to Seoul's iconic landmarks, including Gyeongbokgung Palace and Bukchon Hanok Village. In summary, Four Seasons Seoul is a pinnacle of luxury and hospitality, offering an exceptional blend of Korean culture and world-class service. Whether you're a seasoned traveler or seeking a memorable experience, this hotel promises indelible memories.
Everything was very delightful.
26 December 2023
Excellent staff, terrific location, really nice quiet room with a killer view.
Top-notch service, great room, and excellent location. All the staff could speak English (the front desk people fluently, the housekeeping staff at least at a basic level). The staff were extremely well-trained, they were attentive, quick to respond, and always helpful. When I pressed the "make up room" button, whenever I returned the room was made up, even if I was only gone for a couple of hours. The concierge and bell service were always helpful in getting a taxi, even on one day that saw a sudden cold snap and when taxis were hard to come by: one doorman asked if I would mind paying a little more for a larger taxi (a minivan), and when I said I wouldn't mind under the circumstances, he called one on his own cellphone, asked us to wait in the warm lobby, and within 5 minutes he came in to tell us that our taxi was here. Although we didn't have any particularly unusual requests, everything we asked for was done quickly, cheerfully and efficiently. The room had a great view of downtown Seoul, and was very quiet - I don't know if there was just no-one in the room beside and across from us, or if the sound insulation was just very good, but I wasn't bothered by noise in the whole week that we stayed there. I asked for a quiet room with a nice view, and they put us on the 29th (top) floor. The location of the hotel, for me, was ideal. It's close (5-10 minutes' easy walk) to the main palaces, metro stations, the main shopping and food areas (Lotte Department Store, Myeongdong food street, Insadong art district), and yet has enough cute little side streets surrounding it, where you can get your fill of authentic Korean food as the locals eat.
Not much to improve, it was an almost perfect stay. The room, while spacious and comfortable in almost every respect, had a strangely small closet/wardrobe arrangement: there wasn't enough room for my wife and I both to hang up our clothes, and only space for 1 suitcase (the other one had to be placed on a rest in the living room). There was also a strange stand-alone pillar to one side of the living room, to hold the TV and keep all the wiring out of sight. Perhaps because it was a corner room, there were limits to what they could do with the room layout.
17 December 2023
Exceptional
The rooms were spotles, ATM inside the Hotel, but most importantly the Staff were very helpful! A Special thanks to Serena at the Front desk who took extra time and effort to book us a last minute Doctor appointement
16 December 2023
Convenient and friendly
Everything
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4 December 2023
Excellent
Classy clean and spacious
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10 November 2023
comfortable, my home away from home.
consistent services: especially the team. wonderful, friedly, always smiling, greet me with smiles, and always helpful
I liked everything
2 November 2023
fantastic service
amazing service, from the moment the taxi stopped staff opened our doors and took our luggages. we were welcomed so warmly. love the midday refresh of the room. the hotel is nearby the subway station.
nothing, we will stay here again!
27 October 2023
Exceptional
Love their attentive service.
The location is quite far from centre.
22 October 2023
Exceptional
Fantastic staff. Went above and beyond always
22 October 2023
Super
Nice location with welcoming staff and helpful alot ..
22 October 2023
Comfortable
Posh
NIL
22 October 2023
Exceptional
All is nice and perfect!
18 October 2023
Very nice hotel with great staff but vastly overpriced
Hotel was modern with a central location
Far too expensive. It wasn’t our first choice, but all others were sold out.
15 October 2023
Exceeding our expectations. Club room worth its value!
Great location, very friendly staff and outstanding facilities e.g. fitness/swimming pool. Executive floor is worth the value because of its access to dedicated area!
2 October 2023
Out of this world travel experience.
I loved the ambiance and the hospitality.
Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Bar
- - Breakfast in the room
- - Snack bar
- - Special diet menus (on request)
- - Coffee house on site
General
- - Room service
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Facilities for disabled guests
- - Lift
- - Safety deposit box
- - Soundproof rooms
- - Heating
- - Allergy-free room
- - Non-smoking throughout
- - Air conditioning
- - Designated smoking area
- - Shuttle service (additional charge)
- - Pet basket
- - Pet bowls
Business facilities
- - Meeting/banquet facilities (additional charge)
- - Business centre
- - Fax/photocopying
Reception services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Express check-in/check-out
- - Currency exchange
- - Luggage storage
- - ATM/cash machine on site
- - Concierge service
- - Private check-in/check-out
- - Lockers
Activities
- - Sauna (additional charge)
- - Fitness centre
- - Spa and wellness centre (additional charge)
- - Massage (additional charge)
- - Hot tub/Jacuzzi (additional charge)
- - Mini golf (additional charge)
- - Indoor pool
- - Indoor pool (all year)
- - Kids' club
- - Public Bath (additional charge)
- - Beauty Services
- - Facial treatments
- - Manicure
- - Pedicure
- - Body treatments
- - Spa facilities
- - Spa lounge/relaxation area
- - Spa/wellness packages
- - Back massage
- - Neck massage
- - Foot massage
- - Couples massage
- - Head massage
- - Hand massage
- - Full body massage
- - Fitness
- - Fitness/spa locker rooms
- - Temporary art galleries
- - Pub crawls (additional charge)
Outdoors
- - Garden
- - Terrace
Cleaning services
- - Laundry (additional charge)
- - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
- - Ironing service (additional charge)
- - Trouser press (additional charge)
- - Daily housekeeping
Entertainment and family services
- - Board games/puzzles
- - Strollers
Parking
- - Parking garage
- - Electric vehicle charging station
- - Accessible parking
Accessibility
- - Wheelchair accessible
- - Toilet with grab rails
Pool and wellness
- - Pool with view
- - Heated pool
- - Kids' pool
- - Swimming pool
- - Swimming Pool
Miscellaneous
- - 24-hour security
- - Key card access
- - Security alarm
- - Smoke alarms
- - CCTV in common areas
- - CCTV outside property
- - Fire extinguishers
- - Delivered food is securely covered
21 August 2024
I love the hotel- it was my second time and I will definitely come back there