Best Spa Hotels in Seoul, South Korea

Just a few steps away from Gwanghwamun Plaza, Four Seasons Hotel Seoul brings you a spectacular city view and 5 on-site restaurants, a top-notch fitness centre and authentic Korean saunas. The royal Gyeongbokgung Palace, Sejong Art Center, Cheonggyecheon Stream and the city hall are all within a 10-minute walk from this luxurious 5-star hotel. All modern and chic rooms and suites feature floor-to-ceiling windows with breathtaking views of the historical city centre, as well as a flat-screen LCD TV, remote-controlled drapes and an iPad Mini to access hotel services, including 24-hour in-room dining. Guests can savour Korean, Cantonese, Japanese, Italian and international fusion cuisine at Four Seasons Hotel Seoul, while Bar Boccalino and Charles H. are perfect for drinks and wines. Golf Experience offers a unique opportunity to play 3-D renditions of the renowned golf courses around the world. Personalised training is available at the fitness centre. The Korean sauna on the ninth floor includes dry and wet sauna rooms, baths, a TV lounge and beds for midday naps. 24/7 reception and business services are available, as well as free WiFi. Valet parking is available for an extra fee. Four Seasons Hotel Seoul is a 40-minute drive from Gimpo Airport and a 70-minute drive from Incheon International Airport.

Rooms: 317 Stars: 5

Experience modern luxury at Boutique Hotel Loft, located in the heart of Seoul. Just a 5-minute walk to Exit 12 of Dangsan Subway Station (Line 2 and 9), the hotel is the perfect base for exploring the city. Enjoy amenities such as free WiFi access, air-conditioning, a flat-screen TV and seating area in each room. Pamper yourself with complimentary toiletries and an electronic bidet in the en suite bathrooms. Take advantage of the 24-hour front desk, tour desk, luggage storage and dry-cleaning services. Savor delicious Italian cuisine and a daily continental breakfast at Brix Restaurant. For added convenience, the hotel offers an airport shuttle service (surcharge). Discover nearby attractions including Hongik University (3km), Time Square (2km) and National Museum of Korea (5.9km).

Rooms: 58 Stars: 3

Nestled in Seoul and conveniently connected to Euljiro 1-ga Subway Station (Line 2) and Lotte Department Store, Lotte Hotel is a luxurious spa hotel. It boasts 10 dining and beverage outlets, modern rooms with an LCD TV, carpeted floors and city views, private bathrooms with a shower, bathrobes and slippers, as well as a fitness centre. Enjoy a variety of cuisines from French, Italian, Chinese to local specialties at La Seine, or beverages and dessert with an afternoon tea set at Peninsula Lounge & Bar. Take a dip at the indoor swimming pool, have a session in the sauna, or explore the nearby Myeongdong area for shopping and entertainment. Namdaemun Gate and traditional market are a 10-minute walk away, while Gimpo and Incheon International Airports are 40 minutes and 1 hour drive away respectively. Enjoy the ultimate relaxation experience with the hotel’s spa and wellness centre.

Rooms: 737 Stars: 5

Situated along the stunning Han River in Yeouido, Conrad Seoul is a 5-star hotel that has been recognised by Conde Nast Traveller and World Travel Awards. Enjoy a year-round indoor pool, spa treatments, fitness centre, mini golf and a rooftop garden for private functions. The air-conditioned guestrooms come with Nespresso coffee machines and comfortable sofas. The en suite bathrooms are fitted with a rainshower, freestanding bathtub and aromatherapy toiletries. Close to government offices and finance companies, and just a 10-minute drive from the International Lifestyle Mall, Conrad Seoul is the perfect place for business and leisure. Pamper yourself with a massage at the spa or dine at one of the many restaurants. Airport transfers and a business centre are also available.

Rooms: 434 Stars: 5

Novotel Suites Ambassador Seoul Yongsan is a luxurious spa hotel located in the heart of Seoul. With levels 27 to 40 of Seoul Dragon City complex as its base, the hotel offers sweeping city views. Guests can enjoy modern amenities such as LED TVs, Nespresso coffee machines, laundry machines, and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower. Breakfast is served daily at Food Exchange, and there are multiple dining, music and entertainment options around the hotel. Yeouido financial district and Itaewon district are each only 10-minute drives away, and both Gimpo Airport and Incheon International Airport are easily accessible. The hotel also offers a fitness centre, indoor pool, sauna, and a wellness and spa centre.

Rooms: 286 Stars: 5

Novotel Ambassador Seoul Yongsan offers 621 guest rooms and suites, conveniently located in Seoul Dragon City complex and connected to Exit 3 of Yongsan KTX Station by an indoor walkway. All units are equipped with a sofa, work desk, flat-screen TV, fridge, electric kettle and walk-in shower. Guests can enjoy free WiFi and access fitness centre, swimming pool and sauna facilities. Food Exchange serves breakfast buffet, while A La Maison, Mega Bites and Sky Kingdom offer light meals and alcoholic beverages. The hotel is close to National Museum of Korea and War Memorial of Korea, and 30-minute drive from Gimpo Airport and 50-minute drive from Incheon Airport. Spa and wellness centre are also available.

Rooms: 621 Stars: 5

Grand Hyatt Seoul is one of the best spa hotels in Seoul. Surrounded by Namsan Mountain and Han River, this 5-star hotel is located only 10 minutes’ drive from Seoul Station and Myeongdong. Carpeted rooms offer large windows with city or mountain views, a flat-screen TV, and Wi-Fi. The Spa offers traditional Korean massages, aromatherapy treatments and spa packages. The hotel also boasts its own shopping arcade, ice skating rink, swimming pool, and The Club Olympus recreation centre with 3 tennis courts, 2 squash courts, a fitness centre and a sauna. Dining options include a buffet breakfast at The Terrace and a range of specialties at the 322 Sowol-ro food alley. Itaewon is a 12-minute walk away, and COEX and Yeouido Financial District are less than 25 minutes’ drive. Incheon International Airport is 1 hour away.

Rooms: 615 Stars: 5

Guests can enjoy free shuttles to the nearby attractions and city centre. A fully-equipped kitchenette is provided in each apartment and a washing machine is available for convenience. Fraser Place Central Seoul is a 10-minute walk from Seodaemoon and Seoul Subway Stations, offering stunning views of the city. It is an hour’s drive from Incheon International Airport and within walking distance of Namdaemun Market, Deoksu Palace and Lotte Mart. Enjoy leisurely afternoons in the jacuzzi or sauna, then make use of the free city shuttles to explore the surrounding area.

Rooms: 274 Stars: 4

Royal Hotel Seoul is a luxurious accommodation situated in the heart of Myeongdong. It offers 310 guestrooms and 19 suites, all with breathtaking city views and modern amenities such as air conditioning and flat-screen TV. Suites are equipped with AI speakers that allow guests to control lighting, TV and room temperature. Private bathrooms come with complimentary toiletries and a bath. Guests can enjoy an Italian restaurant, Grand Kitchen as well as a Patisserie Etocle offering French confectioneries and The Garden with soft and hard beverages. The hotel is within walking distance from Myeongdong Shopping District and a 10-minute subway ride from Dongdaemun. It is a 40-minute drive from Gimpo Airport. Other facilities include 24-hour reception desk, currency exchange, luggage storage, laundry and dry-cleaning services and a spa and wellness centre. Guests can also benefit from 2, 000 hotel points per night upon reservation.

Rooms: 310 Stars: 4

Enjoy free WiFi access throughout the premises. Enjoy city views from stylishly designed rooms and suites, equipped with a flat-screen TV, minibar and a reclining chair. There are 3 dining options and special disabled-friendly facilities. Located within a minute’s walk from Samseong Subway Station (Line 2), Park Hyatt Seoul is also a 5-minute walk from COEX Seoul and 4 km from Gangnam’s dining area. Gimpo Airport is 45 km away and Incheon International Airport is an hour and 10 minutes away.

Rooms: 184 Stars: 5