Royal Hotel Seoul

4.5 star property
4.5-star luxury hotel near Namsan Mountain Park, connected to a shopping center

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Executive lounge
Lobby lounge
Exterior
Lobby
Executive lounge

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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61, Myeongdong-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, 04538
  • Place, Myeongdong Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Myeongdong Cathedral
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Lotte Department Store
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Airport, Seoul (ICN-Incheon Intl.)
    ‪78 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Triple Family

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 376 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • City view
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Double

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • City view
  • 236 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Premier Twin

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Premier Corner Twin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Premier Triple Family

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Standard Family Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • City view
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Single Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Premier King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • City view
  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Double Room, Club Lounge Access

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Club Lounge Access

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Triple Room, Club Lounge Access

  • City view
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Junior Suite (2 people), Club SKY Lounge Access

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Royal Suite, Club SKY Lounge Access

  • City view
  • 474 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Premier Quad, Club SKY Lounge Access

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 474 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

Premier Family Twin

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 320 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

Premier Twin Room, Club Lounge Access (2 people)

  • City view
  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

Premier Twin Room, Club Lounge Access (3 people)

  • City view
  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

Room Randomly Assigned at Check-in (Double or Twin), No View, No Parking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Standard Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Premier Twin Room, Club Lounge Access, Corner

  • City view
  • 320 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Premier Twin Room, Club Lounge Access

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Room (Room Randomly Assigned at C/I)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Premier Room, 1 Double Bed, Club Lounge Access (1 person)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Club Lounge Access (1 person)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (1 person), Club SKY Lounge Access

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

Get 1 free breakfast per stay for stay 2 nights or more - Standard Double

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Get 1 free breakfast per stay for stay 2 nights or more - Standard Deluxe Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Get 1 free breakfast per stay for stay 2 nights or more - Run of House, No View & No Parking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double - BF for 2 (or Dinner Pasta)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Twin - BF for 2 (or Dinner Pasta)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Deluxe Twin

7.8 out of 10
Good
(30 reviews)
  • City view
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Seoul

Myeong-dong stay.With a stay at this Myeong-dong hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Namsan Mountain Park and 2 miles (3 km) of Gyeongbokgung Palace. N Seoul Tower is within 2 miles (3 km) and COEX Convention and Exhibition Center is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • Myeongdong Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Myeongdong Nanta Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Myeongdong Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Lotte Department Store - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Seoul City Hall - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Myeong-dong Station - 6 min walk
  • Seoul Station - 7 min drive
  • Incheon Intl. Airport (ICN) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪하동관 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪神仙ソルロンタン shinsun seolnongtang - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪BANKERS C/L/U/B - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪명동 숙희 - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Royal Hotel Seoul

4.5-star luxury hotel near Namsan Mountain Park, connected to a shopping center
Royal Hotel Seoul offers its guests a full-service spa and a fitness center. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. A business center and meeting rooms are available.

A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Spa services, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the luxury Royal Hotel Seoul. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4.5-star Seoul hotel is smoke free.

  • 310 guestrooms or units
  • 21 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1971
  • Deli
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Dining venue
Royal Hotel Seoul offers 310 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, slippers, and bidets. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided weekly.
Element Spa has 5 treatment rooms. Services include massages. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Self parking on site (KRW 25,000 per night)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: KRW 32,000 for adults and KRW 20,000 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Ecotours
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (59 inch wide door)
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property offers central air conditioning in the summer months only and central heating in the winter months only.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 5 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately KRW 32000 for adults and KRW 20000 for children
  • Self parking fee: KRW 25000 per night
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Eurocard, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

Children under 18 years old not permitted in the Club Sky Lounge from 5-9:30 PM.
Property Registration Number 2018131518

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child 5 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Hotel Royal Seoul
Hotel Seoul Royal
Royal Hotel Seoul
Royal Seoul
Royal Seoul Hotel
Seoul Royal
Seoul Royal Hotel
Royal Hotel Seoul Hotel
Royal Hotel Seoul Seoul
Royal Hotel Seoul Hotel Seoul

Frequently asked questions

How close is Royal Hotel Seoul to the airport?

Royal Hotel Seoul is 15.8 mi (51-min drive) away from the Gimpo Intl. Airport (GMP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Royal Hotel Seoul?

As of Feb 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Royal Hotel Seoul on Mar 2, 2026 start from $136.42, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Royal Hotel Seoul have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Royal Hotel Seoul.

Does Royal Hotel Seoul offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Royal Hotel Seoul, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of KRW 32000 for adults and KRW 20000 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Royal Hotel Seoul?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Seven Luck Casino Millennium Seoul Hilton Branch (3-min drive) and Seven Luck Casino Seoul Gangnam Branch (11-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Royal Hotel Seoul?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Royal Hotel Seoul?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for KRW 25000 per night.

Does Royal Hotel Seoul have a pool?

Royal Hotel Seoul does not have a pool.

Does Royal Hotel Seoul have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Royal Hotel Seoul have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at Element Spa, where you can enjoy massages.

How close is Royal Hotel Seoul to downtown Seoul?

Royal Hotel Seoul is 0.4 mi away from Seoul.

Royal Hotel Seoul Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 843 out of 1271 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 302 out of 1271 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 86 out of 1271 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 1271 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1271 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Eunkyung

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Nora

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel. Great location in Myeongdong, Seoul. Centrally located with easy access to shopping, food choices. Overall, we enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Jose N Munoz

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Francisco

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort
Air conditioning are centralized, rooms were very warm all day even though windows were wide open.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and helpful friendly staff.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia Laurentia

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a very pleasant stay during our entire visit. All staff in the reception and as well in the restaurant were very friendly and helpful. I only wish they had more pillow options.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Heera

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Great rooms, too crowded, amenities not up to par for price
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Georgette

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
friendly service very convenient to local attractions
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Rosalina

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hooman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice experience overall
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
All good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosalina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason, Kelowna

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms here were spotless, the hotel was beautiful, and the location perfect. We loved being so close to the Myeongdong district and the night food market. We would stay here again next time we are in Seoul.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Akemi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jung

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

HITOMI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruby

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Prime location and comfy rooms
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Satoko

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karmen

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Yuyeol, Singapore

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harold

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Hee Jeoung

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025