Originally Posted by
ElevatorEnthusiast
I would - I paid 431K KRW here vs. 355K KRW at the LM and felt that the price difference was worth it. Frankly, I would split my time between the properties in order to see both Myeongdong and Gangnam, but that's just me. The service outside of the front desk (where things are a bit transactional) is outstanding IMO. Frankly, I should also give the front desk credit for upgrading me beyond what was available online without me having to ask. Josun Palace is not perfect, but it feels like a Luxury Collection property, which I enjoy.
Agreed, ideally I'd stay in LM upon arrival (4 nights), then stay at Josun Palace at the tail end of my trip after traveling through Korea, however I managed to lock in a rate at JW Marriott (Banpo/Gangnam) for 320650 KRW/night after taxes so.... not letting go of that one. Especially for the gym access.
I guess I'll just stay at Gangnam area on both legs of Seoul. Not the worst problem to have given the hotels I get to stay in

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