KOREANA HOTEL, Seoul

Koreana Hotel - A 4-star hotel in Myeongdong with mountain views, multiple restaurants, and a 23rd-floor fitness center

Located in Jung-Gu district, this historic Seoul hotel has operated since 1972 and features 345 rooms with city and mountain views of Namsan and Bukak. The property houses three on-site restaurants serving Korean seasonal menus, European dishes, and Chinese-Japanese cuisine, plus a coffee shop and bar. A 23rd-floor health club includes fitness facilities and a sauna, while a 220-person banquet hall and conference center accommodate business functions. Each room comes equipped with a flat-screen TV, minibar, tea/coffee facilities, and private bathroom with designer toiletries. The hotel stands less than 0.5 miles from Namdaemun, Jongmyo Shrine, and Ssamji-gil, with Deoksu Palace within walking distance. The Koreana maintains a 24-hour front desk and provides express check-in, limousine service, and a business center.

Pros

Direct access to cultural landmarks including Seoul Museum of History and Seoul City Wall (1640.4 ft)

Multiple dining venues on-site serving diverse international cuisines

Elevated fitness center offers panoramic city views

Located just 5 minutes' walk from City Hall

Cons

13.5 miles distance from Gimpo International Airport

1 mile from Bukchon Hanok Village for those interested in traditional architecture