The best spa hotels in Seoul

Hey! Indulge in the ultimate pampering experience at one of these luxurious spa hotels. Designed to provide relaxation, rejuvenation, and tranquility, these properties offer an array of wellness services that range from massages and facials to yoga classes and meditation sessions. To make your search for the perfect spa hotel in in Seoul easier, I've compiled this list of top-rated properties for your consideration. So sit back, relax, and explore your options - your ultimate wellness retreat awaits!

• 1 Banyan Tree Club & Spa Seoul Seoul, South Korea

  

  Hotel. Standing tall amidst greenery, Banyan Tree offers spacious rooms with modern interiors overlooking scenic Namsan Mountain. 5-star facilities include a full-service spa, both indoor and outdoor pools and fitness facilities. Banyan Tree Club & Spa Seoul is within an 11-minute drive from Seoul Tower and the historic shopping district of Dongdaemun. It is an hour’s drive from Incheon International Airport. Offering exclusivity with 2-4 units on each floor, luxurious rooms feature panoramic views from oversized windows and free WiFi. The have a seating area and spacious in-room bath. Guests can enjoy stunning views of Seoul city while lounging by the outdoor pool. Other leisure options include relaxing massages at the spa, a sauna and golfing facilities. Offering all-day dining with international cuisine, Granum Dining Lounge provides an elegant setting for meals. Room service is available. Show full description Guest review score 8.3

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• 2 The Shilla Seoul Seoul, South Korea

  

  Hotel. Set in the central area of Seoul, The Shilla Seoul is the Forbes-nominated 5-star Hotel for 4 consecutive years from 2019 to 2022. The hotel features 6 dining options and a full-service spa. It offers a free shuttle to Shilla Duty Free Shop and Dongguk University Station (Line 3). Furnished in warm colours, rooms have both air conditioning and heating. Each room comes with a TV, safety deposit box, tea/coffee making facilities and minibar. Some rooms have a bathtub and separate shower. WiFi is available in all areas free of charge. The Fitness Club includes a gym, an indoor golf range, and a walking path. It also provides yoga and aerobics classes. Guests can enjoy a fine Korean cuisine at La Yeon. All-day dining of Chinese, Japanese, French cuisine and more is available at The Shilla Seoul. You can enjoy refreshing cocktails with live jazz music at The Library. Located in the Central Business District in Jung-gu, The Shilla Seoul is around 40 minutes’ drive from Gimpo Airport and an hour’s drive from Incheon International Airport where pick-up services are provided from at a surcharge. Show full description Guest review score 8.9

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• 3 InterContinental Seoul COEX, an IHG Hotel Seoul, South Korea

  

  Hotel. InterContinental Seoul Coex is a luxurious 5-star hotel located in the World Trade Centre, 350 metres from COEX Complex. It offers 5 dining options, a fitness centre and free parking. Complimentary WiFi is available in all rooms. Spacious guestrooms feature modern interiors and offer both heating and air-conditioning facilities. Each room is equipped with a minibar, a work desk and a TV with satellite channels. InterContinental Seoul COEX features four restaurants and bars including ‘Sky Lounge’ where guests can indulge Italian cuisines with a skyline view. The Brasserie, all day buffet restaurant offers a wide array of delicacies from around the world. Each section has unique and fresh seasonal selections from eastern to western cuisine. The hotel has a casino and a golf practice room. Other recreational facilities include an outdoor spa pool, an indoor pool, and relaxation areas with a large video screen. Seoul Coex InterContinental is located 3.5 km from Lotte World. It is 24 km from Gimpo Airport and 54 km from Incheon International Airport. Guest review score 8.6

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• 4 THE PLAZA Seoul, Autograph Collection Seoul, South Korea

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Seoul. Presenting boutique accommodation in central Seoul, the well-designed Plaza has free WiFi and an indoor pool. A 2-minute walk from City Hall Station, it offers easy access to the city centre. Beautifully decorated using modern design elements and soft colours, the air-conditioned rooms at The Plaza feature automated curtains and a large flat-screen TV. Each also comes with tea/coffee making facilities and room slippers. Guests may exercise at the well-equipped fitness centre or enjoy a relaxing massage at the spa. Besides free parking, the hotel also provides a business centre and laundry services. Taoyuen restaurant serves healthy oil-free Chinese dishes, while The Seven Square offers Mediterranean-style buffet. The Plaza is about an hour's taxi ride from Incheon International Airport. Shopping areas at Namdaemun and Myeongdong are less than 1 km from the hotel. Guest review score 8.6

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• 5 Vista Walkerhill Seoul - formerly W Seoul Seoul, South Korea

  

  Hotel. Exuding style on the slopes of Acha Mountain, the Vista Walkerhill Seoul - formerly W Seoul presents a heated indoor pool, a full-service spa and views of the Han River. Fitted with elegant designer furnishings, all rooms are equipped with a large flat-screen TV and comfortable 400-thread-count bed sheets. En suite bathrooms come with either a relaxing rain shower or a bathtub. Vista Walkerhill Seoul - formerly W Seoul is only 1.45 km from Gwangnaru Subway Station (Line 5). It is just steps from Walkerhill Casino and 15 minutes' drive from Gangnam Business District. Incheon International Airport is about 74 km away. Parking is free. Guests can soak in the outdoor Hinoki tub at Away® Spa, join a yoga class at Sweat® Fitness Centre, or enjoy a scenic run on the 2 km jogging track. The multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk are at hand to assist guests with car rentals and concierge services. Continental breakfast buffet and Italian cuisine can be enjoyed at Del Vino, while authentic Japanese dishes are served at Moegi. Other dining options include healthy food at Tonic and drinks at Re:Bar. Show full description Guest review score 8.5

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• 6 Grand Hyatt Seoul Seoul, South Korea

  

  Hotel. Grand Hyatt Seoul has its own shopping arcade, ice skating rink and swimming pools. The hotel is surrounded by Namsan Mountain and Han River. This 5-star hotel is located only 10 minutes' drive from Seoul Station and Myeongdong, a well-known shopping district. All carpeted rooms provide large windows offering either city views or mountain views. Room amenities include a flat-screen TV and Wi-Fi. A buffet breakfast is served at The Terrace on the lobby floor. Other dining options can be found in the hotel's 322 Sowol-ro food alley, which includes grilled delicacies at Steak House and Japanese delicacies at Kauri, Teppan and Tenkai. Grand Hyatt Seoul has a recreation centre, The Club Olympus, which includes 3 tennis courts, 2 squash courts, a fitness centre and a sauna. Traditional Korean massages, aromatherapy treatments and spa packages are available at The Spa. Grand Hyatt Seoul is located a 12-minute walk from Itaewon and less than a 25-minute drive away from COEX and Yeouido Financial District. Incheon International Airport is a 1-hour drive away. Guest review score 7.9

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• 7 Andaz Seoul Gangnam Seoul, South Korea

  

  Hotel. Situated in Seoul and with Gangnam Station reachable within 3.9 km, Andaz Seoul Gangnam features concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a bar. Featuring a restaurant, the property also has a fitness centre, as well as an indoor pool and a hot tub. Private parking is available on site. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a wardrobe, a coffee machine, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. At Andaz Seoul Gangnam rooms include bed linen and towels. Breakfast is available each morning, and includes buffet, à la carte and continental options. Speaking English and Korean, staff are willing to help at any time of the day at the reception. Bongeunsa Temple is 4.1 km from the accommodation, while COEX Convention Centre is 4.3 km from the property. The nearest airport is Gimpo International Airport, 23 km from Andaz Seoul Gangnam. This property offers spa and wellness packages. Show full description Guest review score 8.6

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• 8 Fairmont Ambassador Seoul Seoul, South Korea

  

  Hotel. Located in Seoul, 3 km from Yeongdeungpo Station, Fairmont Ambassador Seoul provides accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. This 5-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, an ATM and free WiFi. The property is 5. 2 km from Hongik University, and within 300 metres of the city centre. The hotel offers a buffet or American breakfast. Fairmont Ambassador Seoul offers 5-star accommodation with an indoor pool. Ewha Womans University is 5.7 km from the accommodation, while Hongik University Station is 5.8 km away. The nearest airport is Gimpo International Airport, 13 km from Fairmont Ambassador Seoul. This property offers spa and wellness packages. Show full description Guest review score 8.5

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• 9 Royal Hotel Seoul Seoul, South Korea

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Seoul. Situated in the central area of Myeongdong, Royal Hotel Seoul boasts 310 guestrooms including 19 suites. Free WiFi and private parking are available. Featuring city views, guestrooms come with air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. Suite room types offer AI speaker which includes controlling of lighting, TV and room temperature etc. Private bathrooms include a bath and free toiletries. This property has business facilities in the Club Lounge and an Italian restaurant, the Grand Kitchen. The Patisserie Etocle serves French confectioneries while The Garden offers soft and hard beverages. Royal Hotel Seoul is located just a step away from Myeongdong Shopping District and a 10-minute subway ride from Dongdaemun. The hotel is about a 10-minute walk from Lotte Duty Free Shop. The nearest airport is Gimpo Airport, a 40-minute drive away. The 24-hour reception desk provides currency exchange as well as luggage storage services. Laundry and dry-cleaning services are also available upon request. This hotel offers 2,000 hotel points per night upon reservation that can be used at the hotel. This property offers spa and wellness packages. Show full description Guest review score 8.3

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• 10 JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul Seoul, South Korea

  

  Hotel. Located in the centre of Dongdaemun, Seoul's renowned retail district, JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul Hotel is just steps from Exit 8 and 9 of Dongdaemun Subway Station (Line 1 and 4). Rooms boast sweeping city views through floor-to ceiling windows and the luxurious en suite bathrooms are finished with marble flooring. All-day dining is available at Tavolo 24, a buffet restaurant, while BLT Steak serves dinner menus. The Griffin Bar is located on the rooftop for guests to relax and enjoy cocktails while watching over the dynamic city. JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul houses an indoor pool, a 24-hour fitness centre, meeting rooms and banquet halls. From the hotel, the popular Insadong Culture Street is a 10-minute subway ride away on Line 1 while Myeongdong shopping area is a 10-minute subway ride away on Line 4. Gimpo Airport is a 50-minute drive and Incheon International Airport is an 80-minute drive away. JW Marriott Dongdaemun SquareSeoul is 2 km from Insa-Dong, while Gimpo Airport is 30 km away. This property offers spa and wellness packages. Show full description Guest review score 8.2

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• 11 Marriott Executive Apartment Seoul Seoul, South Korea

  

  Aparthotel. Marriott Executive Apartment Seoul features self-catering 5-star apartments, just 600 metres from Yeouido Subway Station (Line 5 and 9) . First-rate leisure amenities include an indoor pool, fitness centre and spa. It has a cafe and provides free parking. Marriott apartments are decorated with dark wood furnishings and shades of warm reds and browns. Comfortable lounge areas have a sofa and a flat-screen TV with a DVD player. Fully furnished kitchens have a dishwasher and laundry facilities. Soothing beauty treatments await at Soo Spa. For leisure, enjoy a workout at the well-equipped gym or have a round at the mini golf course. Attentive staff can cater to business needs. Kids Room is available for entertainment of young guests. Panoramic views of Yeouido Park accompany local specialities and international dishes at Park Cafe. Marriott Executive Apartment Seoul is a 12-minute walk from the National Assembly. It is a 20-minute walk from the iconic 63 Building. Show full description Guest review score 8.9

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I try my best to keep this guide up to date and I last refreshed it in November 2022. Did I miss a spa hotel that should be on this list? Send me an email and let me know!