yurtripper

What don't you like about the Hiltons?

I'm staying at the Millennium in March and I took it over the CY Namdaemun (which I also like) because it turned out to be a lot cheaper during the recent flash sale.
I also wanted proximity to Seoul Station as this time I'll be doing more daytrips from Seoul rather than sightseeing in the city itself.

Jimgotkp

Mainly the locations but the Milennium makes sense if you want to be near Seoul Station. Definitely a better option than the Four Points when it comes to proximity to Seoul Station.

Aventine

No way. The Four Points is connected through the B2 while the Millenium Hilton is up the hill in Huam dong. You can also just use the surface route (crosswalk and sidewalk) to get to Seoul station.

Jimgotkp

You're right about the connection, I forgot about that with the Four Points. Good call.

Trojanman31

Hi all,

I will be visiting Seoul for 5 nights in April with my wife and then 9 month old infant. I’m trying to decide between plaza, Westin, Le meridian, and the Sheratons. I don’t have enough points for the JWs. I am titanium status. My wife and I prioritize breakfast and location for touristy things. We don’t care for evening HH since we normally venture out for dinner. Can someone confirm that all executive lounges do not allow babies? If so, which hotels allow complimentary breakfast in the restaurant?

everyone, great reviews on the hotels! Anyone have experience with Le meridian? It’ll cost me the same pts wise 35k as plaza and Westin. No much in terms of reviews for this hotel. It looks nice considering it was formerly the ritz.

samosa

I am headed to the Courtyard Namdaemun with a similar question. I did call the hotel and they said it shouldn't be a problem, but of course YMMV. I have only had this issue once in another hotel and they offered breakfast in the restaurant and some other perks.

handuk

I get to kind of call the places of meeting around the city, so that's why I am not too worried about the location. I guess I am looking for good breakfast.
I know that places like Westin has amazing breakfast buffet at the Aria, is it safe to assume that free breakfast via lounge access or 'welcoming gift' is NOT going to be something as glamorous? haha
I am watching CY and Ryse for good price, and I will probably book those.

Jimgotkp

I'm not sure if the Westin offers the breakfast buffet even as a welcome amenity, so best to look at past reports of that property or give the hotel a call. I believe the Plaza only offers breakfast at the lounge. Courtyard Namdaemun only offers breakfast at the lounge but I believe the RYSE lets you eat at their restaurant since they don't have a lounge.

Take a look at the Conrad via FHR as well since they sometimes do 4th/5th night free and booking via FHR gets the hotel restaurant.

agjil

I'm exploring my Marriott options in Seoul, and this time I'd like to stay at a JW Marriott property for a few nights.
It looks like Seoul has two JW Marriotts with similar price ranges and the same Bonvoy Category (6).
Is one of the two better than the other in terms of elite treatment (I am Titanium elite) and food quality in the executive lounge during happy hour?
The locations of the properties don't matter much to me this time so location won't be a factor in determining where to stay.
Thank you-

jaejaez

The Marriott in Gangnam is far superior than the one in Dongdaemun. Read my post in the property thread and shoot me a PM if you need any specific information
JW Gangnam's lounge quality is one of the best I've seen anywhere in the world (shoulder to shoulder with Grosvenor House Dubai, Plaza Athenee Bangkok)

agjil

Thanks for the input, I read your post in the property thread and it was very helpful.
On pictures, the JW Dongdaemun's rooms look nicer, but it sounds like service and food are better at the other JW.
I will book the JW Marriott Seoul Gangnam per your advice.

Aventine

In real life, JW Seoul's rooms are probably nicer since they were recently redone. Dongdaemun's are 6 years old now.

Handcake

CY Namdaemun is my go to. People bring kids in at breakfast all the time. You can't bring in the little ones for evening drinks though. I think under 12 isn't allowed.

agjil

Interesting...your statement confirms I made the right decision to book the JW Seoul over the JW Dongdaemun.
Thanks.

Aventine

Some Seoul Marriott lounges will allow kids for the evening sessions.