Conrad Seoul {KOR}
Mar 30, 2018, 7:19 am
#331
Join Date: Oct 2014
Location: SEA
Posts: 2,021
The towels for one thing (though I know, that's not "hard product"). I also noticed that one of the panels in my room was askew. The couch was stained. Curtain had something on it (couldn't tell if a stain or defect). Seal/caulk coming loose in the shower.
Small things but noticeable that the property isn't being maintained properly.
Small things but noticeable that the property isn't being maintained properly.
Mar 30, 2018, 7:32 am
#332
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The towels for one thing (though I know, that's not "hard product"). I also noticed that one of the panels in my room was askew. The couch was stained. Curtain had something on it (couldn't tell if a stain or defect). Seal/caulk coming loose in the shower.
Small things but noticeable that the property isn't being maintained properly.
Small things but noticeable that the property isn't being maintained properly.
Mar 30, 2018, 7:56 pm
#333
Join Date: Nov 2012
Location: PHL
Programs: American Ex Plat, Avis Presidents, Hertz - Preidents Circle, Hilton Diamond, Marriott Gold
Posts: 176
Great reports everyone!!!! I am bringing my family to this Conrad in late June and we have two rooms reserved for seven nights. I have a slightly different question about airport transportation ..... We are arriving into Gimpo. What would you recommend for getting a family of 4 from the airport to the hotel. I am hoping that as a Diamond at least one of our two rooms is upgraded to a suite. This will be a special trip for my son as this will be his first time going to his birth country as he was adopted 15 years ago.
Mar 30, 2018, 8:24 pm
#334
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Great reports everyone!!!! I am bringing my family to this Conrad in late June and we have two rooms reserved for seven nights. I have a slightly different question about airport transportation ..... We are arriving into Gimpo. What would you recommend for getting a family of 4 from the airport to the hotel. I am hoping that as a Diamond at least one of our two rooms is upgraded to a suite. This will be a special trip for my son as this will be his first time going to his birth country as he was adopted 15 years ago.
Mar 31, 2018, 3:47 am
#335
Join Date: Oct 2014
Location: SEA
Posts: 2,021
Great reports everyone!!!! I am bringing my family to this Conrad in late June and we have two rooms reserved for seven nights. I have a slightly different question about airport transportation ..... We are arriving into Gimpo. What would you recommend for getting a family of 4 from the airport to the hotel. I am hoping that as a Diamond at least one of our two rooms is upgraded to a suite. This will be a special trip for my son as this will be his first time going to his birth country as he was adopted 15 years ago.
One thing to be aware of. You will want to buy a T Money card and those you can only purchase with cash. Even if you just want to pay directly for a ticket you need cash. It is hard to find an ATM that will work with US (or other foreign) debit cards. I finally found a Citi Bank ATM in the Mall at Gimpo that had one. I would bite the bullet and use the Currency Exchange.
For a large family it might make sense to just take a taxi.
Apr 8, 2018, 3:12 pm
#336
Join Date: Jun 2013
Location: NYC
Programs: Marriott Plat, Hilton Gold, UA Silver
Posts: 2,272
Staying here at the moment for two nights as a Diamond. Arrived last evening. I had booked a King Deluxe Room and was upgraded to a room on the Executive Floor with River View. It is a very nice view; though I think the room is the same as the one I booked, just a high floor. Be warned, I just came from the Andaz Tokyo, so I think my view of luxury is a bit skewed (the Andaz is a phenomenal property).
The Good:
The Good:
- Breakfast - This morning I had the included (as a Diamond) buffet breakfast in Zest. I was told I could have it there or in the Executive Lounge. Huge selection of Asian and Western breakfast items.
- Executive Lounge - I missed the happy hour last night so will try it tonight. The Lounge itself is on the top floor and has nice views (for now) and is a lovely space. One downside is the "No taking soda from the Lounge" signs. Really? Why not let people take a soda or two to their room?
- Pool Facilities - as a guest you have access to the pool and gym; that's it. The pool is nice but essentially a lap pool. If you want to use the hot tub/steam room/sauna, it is an extra $39! This is super tacky, especially for a high end hotel. It is also a paid membership gym for non-Conrad guests and they clearly cater towards those members over hotel guests. I'm guessing they don't want the sauna area to become crowded.
- Elevators - they are slow to come to your floor and they randomly ding, making you think that it has arrived when it hasn't. Maybe the sound is traveling from other floors but it is very odd.
- Location - Yes, there is the mall, but otherwise there isn't much around except for offices. It's not a long subway ride into the city center, but the neighborhood has zero character.
- Towels - Okay, maybe I am being picky, but the towels are ancient and thread bare. You would think a luxury property would invest in high end towels. The sheets are stiff and not very comfortable.
- The Room - The room is very nice for a business hotel. But it doesn't feel over the top. Average size. Not particularly modern. I do appreciate the lighting; lots of LED backlighting throughout that gives it a more luxurious feel.
- The Service - I would say that the service has also been good but not over the top. Very businesslike.
Apr 8, 2018, 9:53 pm
#337
Join Date: Oct 2014
Location: SEA
Posts: 2,021
Apr 9, 2018, 9:20 am
#339
Join Date: Dec 2017
Location: Planet Earth
Programs: IHG Diamond Amb, Hilton Diamond, Hyatt Globalist, Bonvoy Gold, Hertz PC, AA Plat Pro
Posts: 149
It's one of those virtual golf simulator things.
Apr 12, 2018, 6:15 pm
#340
Join Date: Jan 2016
Location: VPS, previously SEA and PIT
Programs: DL Diamond/1MM, Hilton Diamond, Hertz President's Circle
Posts: 1,201
Staying here in a couple weeks for one night and sadly will have to miss the breakfast with a 9AM flight. Since I'll probably have to leave around 6, what's the best way to get to the airport at that time of morning? Are taxis plentiful at the hotel? The concierge said they'd reserve a limo for 145,000 KRW, but that seems kind of steep unless I have to. Public transit on a time crunch and that early is probably not my leading candidate. Suggestions?
Apr 12, 2018, 7:45 pm
#342
Join Date: Dec 2017
Location: Planet Earth
Programs: IHG Diamond Amb, Hilton Diamond, Hyatt Globalist, Bonvoy Gold, Hertz PC, AA Plat Pro
Posts: 149
Staying here in a couple weeks for one night and sadly will have to miss the breakfast with a 9AM flight. Since I'll probably have to leave around 6, what's the best way to get to the airport at that time of morning? Are taxis plentiful at the hotel? The concierge said they'd reserve a limo for 145,000 KRW, but that seems kind of steep unless I have to. Public transit on a time crunch and that early is probably not my leading candidate. Suggestions?
Apr 14, 2018, 12:46 pm
#345
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: USA
Programs: AA EXP, UA GLD, Bonvoy Titan, HH Dia, WoH Exp
Posts: 2,673
Location wise, staying at Conrad Seoul is not too bad considering that you have easy access to the subway and taxi ride to the city center will only cost $10-$15 one way. If you are there for business, it is right there in the financial district of Seoul. There is a nice "Central Park" like green reserve within a few minutes walk from the hotel and the walk along the river can be quite nice, with river cruises departing regularly.
Park Hyatt is in a different area of the city and is a good choice for those who need to be near the COEX business area, but further away from downtown than Conrad IME.
If you want to stay near the city center, the Grand Hyatt, Millenium Hilton, Westin Chosun and The Plaza Seoul are probably more convenient, although access to the subway is not very convenient from the GH or Hilton.