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1. Hotels
Hotels are generally classified into five categories: super deluxe, deluxe (five-star), first class (four-star), second class (three-star), and third class (two-star). A double room in a super deluxe hotel usually costs approximately 200,000-400,000 won (use of extra services and facilities not included), a deluxe hotel 150,000-250,000 won, a first class hotel, 100,000-150,000 won; a second class hotel 50,000-100,000 won, and a third class hotel 30,000-100,000 won. The prices of hotels vary depending on season and location. Hotels above deluxe class usually have a fitness center, sauna, a business center, restaurants, and cafes. Hotels usually add a 10% VAT and 10% service charge.
List of Top Hotels
| NO. |
Hotel Name |
class |
address |
telephone |
| 1 |
COEX Inter-Continental |
SDL |
159,Samseong-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul |
82-2-3452-2500 |
| 2 |
Grand Hilton Seoul |
SDL |
201-1, Hongeun-dong Seodaemun-gu Seoul |
82-2-3216-5656 |
| 3 |
Grand Hyatt Seoul |
SDL |
747-7, Hannam-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul |
82-2-797-1234 |
| 4 |
Grand Inter-Continental Seoul |
SDL |
159-8, Samseong-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul |
82-2-555-5656 |
| 5 |
Hotel Amiga |
SDL |
248-7, Nonhyeon-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul |
82-2-3440-8000 |
| 6 |
JW Marriott Hotel Seoul |
SDL |
19-3, Banpo-dong, Seocho-gu, Seoul |
82-2-6282-6262 |
| 7 |
Lotte Hotel Seoul |
SDL |
1, Sogong-dong, Jung-gu, Seoul |
82-2-771-1000 |
| 8 |
Lotte Hotel Seoul-Jamsil |
SDL |
40-1, Jamsil-dong, Songpa-gu, Seoul |
82-2-419-7000 |
| 9 |
Mayfield Hotel |
SDL |
278-2, Oebalsan-dong, Gangseo-gu, Seoul |
82-2-6090-9000 |
| 10 |
Renaissance Seoul Hotel |
SDL |
676, Yeoksam-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul |
82-2-555-0501 |
2. Youth Hostels
University students traveling in Korea who may not be able to afford hotels can find cheap lodging in one of Korea's many youth hostels. Currently there are around 52 hostels in Korea, nationwide. Hostels are located in many famous cities and regions, from tourist sites and downtown areas to less traveled places that are difficult to reach. It is a good idea to make reservations beforehand. Generally, hostels are very large and offer facilities comparable to two or three star hotels. Thus, the price varies considerably from 10,000 won (for a single room) to 160,000 won (for a family room). Persons possessing a Hostelling International Card can receive discounts of up to 20-30%. Hostelling International Cards are available at various Youth Hostels Association offices around the world. In Korea, you can get one from the Korea Youth Hostels Association Office for 20,000 won (15,000 won if under 25 years old).
Here is a list of a few popular youth hostels with their homepages in English, where more detailed information can be found:
3. Guesthouses
If you are a student and want to save money, staying in a guesthouse would be another great alternative. Guesthouses are inexpensive and are a good way to experience Korean culture and meet other foreign tourists. Backpackers can usually receive a lot of valuable information from the owners of the guesthouse. They also offer special weekend programs where foreigners can meet Korean locals. Guesthouses provide foreign tourists with the opportunity to learn about Korea firsthand and to make new friends there. Many are remodeled family homes (generally sharing bathrooms) and are near downtown areas and tourist hot spots. The price for one night is around 15,000-40,000 won.
4. Hanok (Traditional Home) Stay
Visitors can also stay at a hanok, a traditional Korean house. It would definitely be an unforgettable experience for overseas visitors to experience the Korean way of life. They are furnished with authentic reproductions of traditional Korean decorations and items for the home. Sleeping pads and ornate quilts are provided. Samcheonggak, Jirye Artists Colony, and Suaedang boast beautiful scenic surroundings. Rakgojae (the Seoul Guest House), and Saehwagwan and Yangsajae in Jeonju are each located inside a hanok village. Room rates vary. For Samcheonggak, rates are over 200,000 won per room (breakfast not included). For most others, rates are under 100,000 won per room (breakfast included).
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