This trip through time takes place during the Silla dynasty, which united the three kingdoms on the Korean peninsula into the two modern-day Koreas. The Shilla Seoul lives up to its name with a beautiful mix of modern architecture and traditional features that pay tribute to the city's famous dynasty past. The oldest luxury hotel in Seoul is in the Namsan mountain range. It is popular with Korean celebrities, like those who were at the Song-Song wedding, Yoo Jae-suk, Moon Hee-Joon, and many others. Guests can enjoy privacy and a great view of the city.

Do not leave until you have gotten the most rest and energy from the Guerlain Spa. At the Shilla Seoul, you can get royal treatment with state-of-the-art French cosmetics and five-star service fit for a king or queen.

A safe place right in the city. The Park Hyatt Seoul is right in the middle of Gangnam, making it easy to get away from the busy city. Use the elevator to go to the 24th floor, where the hotel lobby and check-in desk are. When you walk in, you'll see a wall of windows that runs the length of the room and gives you a full view of the Han River.

The Japanese company Super Potato used stone and light wood a lot in their designs, which were simple and based on nature. Cornerstone, the hotel's namesake restaurant, serves traditional Italian food that has a homey, rustic feel because it uses a lot of local ingredients—looking for a more exciting adventure? Enjoy a romantic evening with a Korean dish and a view of the busy city below at The Lounge.

At 123 stories (555m) high, Signiel Seoul changes what it means to live in the clouds above Seoul's busy city center. What else would you expect from a hotel in the world's fifth-tallest skyscraper besides stunning views of the busy city from each of its 235 rooms? You can eat at Stay by Yannick Alléno, a modern French restaurant, or Bicena, a new traditional Korean restaurant, both of which are in the hotel and have one Michelin star. Bar 81 is the most stylish cocktail bar in South Korea, and it also has the best collection of champagne in the country.

In May, a new 5-star hotel called Josun Palace opened in Seoul. The first Marriott International Luxury Collection hotel in South Korea is named after the Josun Hotel, which opened in 1914 and was the country's first five-star hotel. Bold geometric lines and traditional Korean symbols come together in this hotel, which was designed by Emil Humbert and Christophe Poyet of Humbert & Poyet. They did this to honor the hotel's 100-year history of making guests feel at home.

All 254 rooms at Josun Palace have Frette linens, which are made by an Italian company with a long history that goes back 160 years. There are a lot of different restaurants to choose from, like The Great Hong Yuan, which serves traditional Cantonese food, and the Eatanic Garden, which serves new and interesting Korean food. Both restaurants are on the top floor of the hotel, so you can enjoy a view fit for a king or queen.

Itaewon is a neighborhood in Seoul, South Korea. People who have seen the popular Korean drama Itaewon Class will know what it looks like. This neighborhood is popular with both tourists and people who live there because of its nightlife and its foreign feel. The first Mondrian hotel by Accor in Asia, the Mondrian Seoul Itaewon, just opened. It is right in the middle of everything. Asylum, a Singapore-based company that has won several awards for its work, designed the hotel's interior, which reflects the lively energy of the neighborhood where it is located.

The Mondrian Seoul Itaewon is the first Cleo to open in Asia. Its small dishes and sharing style fit well with the eclectic culture of Itaewon, which is based in Miami and the Mediterranean.

The Four Seasons Seoul is a great place to get away from the busy city and learn about Korea's fascinating history. The calm Cheonggyecheon Stream, the lush green hills of Samcheong and Bukhansan parks, and the elegant Gyeongbokgung Palace can be seen through the floor-to-ceiling windows. This is a nice break from the busy streets of the city. The best thing about the Four Seasons Seoul is its main lobby, which was made to match its regal surroundings. It has a huge circular fireplace and an old bronze map of Korea that shows the country's many mountains, towns, and rivers.

More than 130 Korean artists' works are on display all over the hotel, making it just as impressive as a whole. The Four Seasons Seoul has been known for a long time as the best luxury hotel in Seoul, and for good reason. The rooms and public areas of the hotel are filled with modern artworks and works of pottery, and a three-dimensional Korean ship made by Ran Hwang out of hundreds of ivory-colored buttons is also on display.

This Grand Hyatt has a lot of great amenities, such as a pool that turns into an ice rink in the winter, squash and tennis courts, a kids' club, a family swimming zone, a variety of shops, and a huge spa. On the 18-acre grounds, there are sculptures of animals, and inside the palace, there is an art show that shows the work of Korean artists.

The hotel has nine restaurants with a wide range of food, such as steak, seafood, sushi, tasting menus, buffets, upscale pub food, and a barbecue. Also, each of the 615 rooms at the hotel has a picture window, a minibar, and free snacks for guests to enjoy during their stay.

Banyan Tree Club & Spa Seoul lives up to the name Banyan's reputation as the place to go to relax and feel better. The resort on top of Mount Namsam is a great place to get away from the busy capital of the country. The high-end hotel combines the usual warmth of Banyan Tree with the well-known Korean hospitality of its host country.

It is housed in the famous architect Kim Swoo Geun's 1967 Tower Hotel building, which has a long history (the man behind Seoul Olympic Stadium). The award-winning Banyan Tree Spa is a must-see for every guest because it is the best place to relax and feel refreshed.

The Fairmont Ambassador is in the middle of Seoul on Yeouido Island. It has 316 rooms with views of the Han River and the Yeouido cityscape. It was the first property of the brand to open in Korea. It was in the exclusive Parc.1 complex, which was designed by Sir Richard Rogers. In addition to the bar and restaurant on the 29th floor of this modern skyscraper, there are a number of other places to eat in the rest of the building.

The hotel has a modern fitness center, an indoor pool, and a large ESPA spa designed in the style of traditional East Asian architecture. When you upgrade to a suite, you'll have access to a butler service and an executive lounge.