Josun Palace Hotel, Seoul
Josun Palace in Seoul’s Gangnam district is a masterclass in modern luxury that pays homage to the legacy of South Korea’s very first high-end hotel, The Chosun. Designed by the Monaco-based duo Humbert & Poyet, the property masterfully blends Art Deco elegance with bold, geometric Korean influences. The result is a grand, mid-century-inspired sanctuary that feels both timeless and cutting-edge.
The hotel is filled with striking artistic touches, most notably the massive Blue Calcite Eroded Moses statue by Daniel Arsham that anchors the lobby. The interiors are a feast of brass, marble, and rich textures, while the “1914 Lounge & Bar”—a nod to the original hotel’s opening year—remains a top destination for those seeking a sophisticated atmosphere and skyline views.
Beyond its aesthetic appeal, the hotel offers world-class amenities, including a serene indoor pool, a high-end wellness club, and acclaimed dining options like the contemporary Korean restaurant, Eatanic Garden. The guest rooms are just as impressive, featuring panoramic city vistas, advanced air-purifying systems, and an atmosphere of refined comfort that makes it hard to leave.
Located within the Centerfield office and retail complex, the hotel puts you right in the heart of Gangnam’s action. It’s conveniently close to the COEX Mall and the tranquil Bongeunsa Temple. Whether you’re here for the upscale shopping or to explore the vibrant city culture, Josun Palace offers an opulent, ultra-polished home base that perfectly captures the spirit of modern Seoul.
Expert reviews
“Everything about this hotel screams grandeur. From the moment you step inside, you’re faced with a towering statue of Daniel Arsham’s Blue Calcite Eroded Moses while getting a whiff of the hotel’s signature perfumed scent, and you immediately know that you’re in a space of affluence.”
“While the impressive property may have opened its doors in 2021, the building pays homage to its former occupant and one of the city’s oldest and most luxurious landmarks: The Chosun Hotel. Around every gilded corner, you can find hidden references to this local icon, like the 1914 Lounge and Bar, whose name is a nod to the Chosun’s opening date.”
What guests liked
- Top location
- Swimming pool
- Friendly staff
- Comfortable beds
- Free Wifi
Location
Recent guest reviews
11 November 2025
This hotel service was still perfect for the family wedding and family gathering.
Entire hotel staff members are excellent from front desk. Conciergerie, and Valet service. The staff members made up for a bit of confusing hotel location and layout of the hotel. And great Chines restaurant and breakfast buffet!.
Could be a bit better if the hotel offer a bit more spacious and comprehensive serviced lounge facilities.
5 November 2025
Luxurious and comfortable
The hotel is very luxurious and the attention to detail was impressive! Rooms were spacious. I enjoyed having the steam closet, was very useful.
I would have liked to have blackout curtains
2 November 2025
Exceptional
Lovely hotel with excellent staff and nice facilities
Nothing
2 November 2025
A great experience. I will return.
The hotel looks splendid. The art pieces, the flower arrangements, the beautiful high-floor reception. The room was amazing. Tastefully furnished, clean and with all the amenities one can think of. The bed-sheets are soft and the towels are thicker than my winter coat. The hotel is very well-staffed and request are taken care of seriously and promptly. The location is convenient, within walking distance to subway stations and many buses. The hotel is also connected to a mall with a convenience store, nice cafe and a good Italian restaurant. The breakfast is fantastic. I had to restraint myself. While the hotel itself is fairly small and lacks some of the facilities of larger hotels, in terms of quality and beauty it rivals luxury hotels like Tokyo's Okura. I actually like the fact that the hotel is fairly intimate (just 9 floors of guest rooms).
The WiFi was a bit slow.
19 October 2025
Exceptional
I love this place is like a heaven
19 October 2025
Really enjoyable stay
Everything from check-in to checkout, kindness and professionalism of staff, equipment of room and restaurants in the hotel
14 September 2025
Elegant serene ambience with exceptional service
Discreet serene and elegant environment and people
Limited - other facilities - like a coffee bar / gift shop / full service spa
2 September 2025
Exceptional from start to finish. Staff are so helpful and really made my stay. Would highly recommend to anyone. Locati
Everything
14 August 2025
Excellent and amazing
Excellent and amazing
Nothing
13 August 2025
Exceptional
This was by all intents and purposes a perfect hotel.
That I couldn’t stay longer
13 August 2025
Other than this air vent issue. The rest of the facility is ok. The staff is 5 star excellent.
Luxurious
Room on 29th floor is filled with cooking smell during dinner time. Suspect it’s air vent issue, hence each room comes with air purifier. Also, once you step out of life at 24th floor, the food smell is strongest, especially deep frying cooking oil.
5 August 2025
Exceptional
Everything
Nothing
13 July 2025
Fantastic Stay!
The room was spacious and very comfortable throughout the stay. Hotel location was great as it is near to the subway station (only 8min walk from hotel). A lot of food choices surrounded the hotel and all is within walking distance. All hotel staffs are very professional and always welcoming us with warm smile
21 June 2025
Luxurious room.
Room is beautiful. Loved the toilet and the clothes steamer. I also appreciate a loofah in the room.
Check in process was very slow. Breakfast ends too soon.
4 May 2025
Exceptional and memorable!
Beautiful and luxurious!
Nil
2 May 2025
Best Hotel experience
The staff were very friendly & helpful. The room service was excellent. The hotel itself had an amazing scent and I liked the architecture and art used in decorations. They payed attention to every single detail to make it an unforgettable stay. I'm definitely booking at Josun Palace whenever I'm in Seoul. :)
27 April 2025
Every thing was exceeding the expectations
Every single detail!
Nothing absolutely
13 April 2025
not worth the price
too many people that enter the hotel who don’t stay there, crowding the entrances and elevators. additionally, most times there was no one there pressing the elevator for you even though they were just standing around doing nothing else.
24 February 2025
Will stay here everytime I go to Seoul
The room is sparkling clean, amenities are all high standards, response from staff is quick and reliable.
1 February 2025
The most luxurious hotel in Seoul
Josun palace is our absolute favourite hotel in Seoul! Whenever we visit Seoul to see my family, it’ll be our first choice to stay at Josun! This hotel has the most luxurious feel to it from the moment you walked in! We stayed three night over the lunar new year and these periods of the week were very busy at most hotels however I didn’t feel it’s too crowded at all. Room is very spacious and huge bathrooms with high tech loo! We love having air-dressers in the room such nice touch! Absolutely stunning view as well!
The only thing is that the hotel is located quite business district. It’s in between Subway station -yeoksam and Sunreung station however both stations are fair bit of walk. We walked to gangnam stations most of the time if the weather is not too cold, not a problem
25 January 2025
Exceptional
Wonderful service, amazingly trained staff, efficient communication.
Nothing at all
12 December 2024
Exceptional
Easily one of the most beautiful properties I have stayed at. Amazing views of Seoul all the way to Lotte Tower. The Grand Reception is also exactly what it says on the tin. Open space and yet private and comfortable. Beautifully designed. The concierge was also lovely (Juhe-Han) and all the staff helped me in any way they could.
15 November 2024
Exceptional
Location
Price is high
26 October 2024
A luxe haven in the middle of Gangnam.
The decor, the style, the location, are all superb. Luxe and peace in the middle of Gangnam.
Breakfast time slot could be extended.
14 October 2024
I think this is the best hotel I've stayed in so far.
I love how attentive the staff were and how willing they were to go out of their way to help you. Even though we spoke Korean, almost all staff spoke very good english which was a nice touch. They even prepared a take-away breakfast for us when they heard that we would miss breakfast due to an early flight out. The facililites were amazing too especially the pool area. Later on in the day there were less people which meant that were were able to enjoy more. The breakfast buffet was very nice with a variety of dishes to suite all tastes.
Nothing, would happilly stay there again
2 October 2024
Exceptional
everything
29 July 2024
My preferred hotel in Seoul
The hotel has inspiring unobstructed views of the city of Seoul which has distant mountains on all sides 360 degrees Hotel is brand new and exudes energy.
3 July 2024
Great facility like lounge bar, guest room for business purpose travel
Professional staffs with patience to non Korean speaking foreigners
17 June 2024
One of the best hotel we went to !
The view, the room, aesthetic of the hotel, amazing staff
17 June 2024
One of the best hotel we went to !
the view, the room, bathroom, aesthetic, welcoming hosts, great service
6 May 2024
Worth to come back 🇰🇷
Top of the top
27 April 2024
Exceptional
Beautiful aesthetics enhanced by technology
23 April 2024
Amazing hotel which runs everything to an extremely high standard. Definitely my go to from now on.
One of the nicest hotels I've stayed in. Staff were super attentive and nothing was ever too much. Breakfast was excellent with a huge range of foods to choose from. Location of hotel was great so was a great base for exploring the sites. Pool, gym and spa facilities were top standard and the views make it all just that little bit better.
Can not find any fault with the hotel or staff.
8 April 2024
Excellent. A good holiday.
Clean, good location, staff helpful and friendly. Lots of facilities including other cafes nearby. Seems to be located in a central business district. Good view from hotel room and public areas of the hotel.
19 March 2024
Exceptional
We really enjoyed our time at Josun Palace, everything went perfect. Highly recommended place to stay in gangnam
Nothing
13 March 2024
Fabulous
Best hotel breakfast buffet I’ve ever experienced and great nighttime view over Gangnam from room. Loved the aesthetic throughout the hotel. Staff were impeccably trained.
Bed could have been a tad more comfortable, but that’s a personal preference. Deli didn’t have any savory snacks, which would have been welcome when not wanting to sit down for a full meal at the Bistro before dinner. Entrance to the hotel is hidden in a high-rise basement and rather awkward to locate/access, especially when not arriving by taxi.
13 March 2024
Luxury
I totally enjoyed my stay! The staff are friendly and helpful. They speak pretty well in English so I don't have to worry about language barrier. The room is very big and clean. Its located high floor so we get to enjoy the views. The swimming pool is very nice, can take photos as well.
23 February 2024
A very luxurious and comfortable stay feels like home.
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15 February 2024
Exceed expectations.
The bed was extremely comfortable and the room were clean and spacious. The breakfast may have been the best I ever had in Korea. I would definitely come back again.
22 January 2024
Perfect
Perfect staff
Entrance hard to find
12 November 2023
Exceptional
I was really wowed by my experience at this hotel. Everything from the staff, the facilities and the details in the room were so thoughtful. I will certainly be returning.
11 November 2023
Fabulous
Facility, location, staff, everyone's very professional
Coffee delivery and eggs could be a bit faster in the mornings. Even better, let people get their own coffee.
31 October 2023
Lovely stay…. Great service from all the staff. Very helpful
Great service and beautiful room
18 August 2023
Exceptional
The room and the hotel and the service and the stuff
Nothing at all
15 August 2023
Good
Staff are very helpful
No
14 August 2023
Exceptional
Everythings
Far from sabway
14 August 2023
Superb service ,comfortable stay .
The roomis spacious and sleep comfortably,Excellent breakfast , Buffet dinner is superb . Fitness is what i need ,satisfies my needs to the Utmost but after 10.00 pm have to call the staff to open it take a wail to wait ,but the staff are very well taken care of .
Regarding parking,because the sign indicates tht the car park is down to the basement and whenarriving the staff said that they would take care of the parking causing us to not know that there is valet parking fee. I have negotiated and clarified with front staff .Until finally no cost for the first night .But i have to appreciate all the employees who are humble and speak very well. Bath room I feel like the sink will block the way to the shower room when open ythe door.
28 June 2023
Must try in Seoul
Super nice room setting good amenities impressive clothes sanitize machine
nth
27 June 2023
Wonderful Hotel
Staff attitudes. Clean. Room design and facilities are wonderful.
For this time the in room dining food is not taste good as before. Other things all good.
Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Bar
- - Breakfast in the room
General
- - Room service
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Facilities for disabled guests
- - Family rooms
- - Lift
- - Soundproof rooms
- - Heating
- - Allergy-free room
- - Non-smoking throughout
- - Air conditioning
Reception services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Express check-in/check-out
- - Currency exchange
- - Luggage storage
- - Private check-in/check-out
- - Invoice provided
Activities
- - Sauna (additional charge)
- - Fitness centre
- - Indoor pool
- - Indoor pool (all year)
- - Fitness
Cleaning services
- - Laundry
- - Dry cleaning
- - Ironing service
- - Trouser press
- - Daily housekeeping
Parking
- - Electric vehicle charging station
Pool and wellness
- - Pool with view
- - Heated pool
- - Kids' pool
- - Swimming pool
- - Swimming pool
Entertainment & family services
- - Strollers
Miscellaneous
- - Key access
- - Key card access

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15 May 2026
Gorgeous hotel to experience in Seoul