South Korea accommodation

With its youthful demographic and thriving indie arts and music scene, Hongdae makes an appealing alternative to the better-known districts of Myeong-dong and Gangnam. In keeping with the area’s trendy credentials, the 9Brick Hotel is thoroughly stylish and sophisticated, full of warm lighting, exposed brick walls and cosmopolitan atmosphere.

The Andaz is owned by Marriott, which also operates Seoul’s Park Hyatt — but where the Hyatt offers a consistent experience regardless of destination, every aspect of the Andaz has been designed to reflect the local culture.

You’ll often hear it said that you haven’t been to South Korea until you’ve stayed in a traditional hanok house — but it wasn’t always the case. Back in 2003, when the Rakkojae first opened its doors, it was the first hanok in the country to offer foreign guests the chance to experience the traditional Korean way of life, and it’s still one of the best.

Located in the flashy Gangnam district, famous as the heart of all things business, fashion and beauty in Seoul, the Four Points by Sheraton Seoul offers contemporary hotel comfort.

A refined city sanctuary overlooking Gyeongbokgung Palace, the Four Seasons blends understated luxury, world class art and design, exceptional dining and an extraordinary spa, all in the very heart of Seoul.

Experience a comfortable and convenient stay in the heart of Seoul. The G3 Hotel boasts a prime location that puts you within easy reach of the city's most iconic attractions such as Namsangol Hanok Village, the Myeongdong shopping district and Namsan Tower.

With a focus on bringing out the joys of the past, the Good Ol' Days hotel blends the history of the Jungang-dong area in Busan with the modern day.

Located in the iconic Jeju Dream Tower, a landmark in the heart of Jeju City, the Grand Hyatt Jeju is the largest Grand Hyatt in the Asia Pacific. The hotel aims to show off the modern Korea lifestyle.

Located on one Busan’s most famous beaches, Haeundae, this hotel is well placed for relaxing or exploring the local food scene. As a valued member of the Shinsegae Chosun Hotel Group, the Grand Josun prides itself on its hospitality and attention to detail to provide an exquisite stay.

Comprising seven hanok houses with a total of 11 guest rooms, Gurume offers a modern reinterpretation of traditional Korean culture. Each of the hanok is original, dating from the early 17th century to the 19th, and all have been restored and updated with luxurious modern bathrooms and conveniences worthy of a high-end boutique hotel.

Though the immediate neighborhood doesn’t have an awful lot going on besides some fast-food outlets and a convenience store, this is a fantastically well connected location, with an intercity bus terminal two minutes away and bike rental just across the road.

Though it’s the sixth-largest city in South Korea, Gwangju isn’t a big tourist destination, so it’s important to be aware that the standard of hospitality here isn’t quite what it is in Seoul or Busan. That being said, the Holiday Inn is a very good hotel, with spotless and spacious rooms, a good range of facilities, and international standards of service.