The Shilla Seoul

5.0 star property

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Premier Suite (Outdoor Pool Access Excluded)
5 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Korean cuisine
Bar (on property)

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Gym

Explore the area

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249, Dongho-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul, 04605
  • Place, The Shilla Duty Free Shop
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Dongguk University
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Seoul (GMP-Gimpo Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Double Room (Outdoor Pool Access Excluded)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Twin Room (Outdoor Pool Access Excluded)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Business Deluxe Double Room (Outdoor Pool Access Excluded)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Business Deluxe Twin Room (Outdoor Pool Access Excluded)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

Executive Business Deluxe Double (The Executive Lounge Access) (Outdoor Pool Access Excluded)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Business Deluxe Twin (The Executive Lounge Access) (Outdoor Pool Access Excluded)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Executive Grand Deluxe (The Executive Lounge Access) (Outdoor Pool Access Excluded)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 53 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Suite Double, Includes Executive Lounge access, Sauna (Excludes Outdoor Pool Access)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 66 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Grand Corner Deluxe (Outdoor Pool Access Excluded)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Business Deluxe Double (The Executive Lounge Access) (Outdoor Swimming Pool)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Business Deluxe Twin (The Executive Lounge Access) (Outdoor Swimming Pool)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Deluxe Double Room (Outdoor Pool Access Included)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Twin Room (Outdoor Pool Access Included)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

[1 Person] Business Deluxe, Includes breakfast and laundry for 1 shirt or blouse per stay

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Business Deluxe Double, Includes Executive Lounge for 1, one-time laundry for shirt

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

Corner Suite (Outdoor Pool Access Excluded)

  • 68 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

[HALAL FRIENDLY] Deluxe Double Room (Indoor Pool Access Only) + Prayer Kit Provided

  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

[HALAL FRIENDLY] Deluxe Twin Room (Indoor Pool Access Only) + Prayer Kit Provided

  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

[HALAL FRIENDLY] Business Deluxe Double Room (Indoor Pool Access Only) + Prayer Kit Provided

  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

[HALAL FRIENDLY] Business Deluxe Twin Room (Indoor Pool Access Only) + Prayer Kit Provided

  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

[THE SHILLA X OLIVE YOUNG] Executive Grand Deluxe Double with Indoor Pool Access Only

  • 53 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

[THE SHILLA X OLIVE YOUNG] Superior Suites Double with Indoor Pool Access Only

  • 66 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

[DRAWING YOUR STAY] Business Deluxe Double with Indoor Pool Access Only + DIY Art Kit 1EA (Random)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

[DRAWING YOUR STAY] Business Deluxe Twin with Indoor Pool Access Only + DIY Art Kit 1EA (Random)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

[DRAWING YOUR STAY] Executive Business Deluxe Double with Indoor Pool Access Only+DIY Art Kit 1EA

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

[DRAWING YOUR STAY] Executive Business Deluxe Twin with Indoor Pool Access Only + DIY Art Kit 1EA

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

[HALAL FRIENDLY] Executive Business Deluxe Double(Indoor Pool Access Only+Set of Prayer)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

[HALAL FRIENDLY] Executive Business Deluxe Twin(Indoor Pool Access Only+Set of Prayer)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

[HALAL FRIENDLY] Executive Grand Deluxe Double(Indoor Pool Access Only+Set of Prayer)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

[MORE THAN 2NGTS] Grand Corner Deluxe Double(Indoor Pool Access Only+KRW 110,000 Hotel Credit)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

[SAUNA RETREAT] Business Deluxe Double(Indoor Pool Access Only+Sauna Access for 2)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

[SAUNA RETREAT] Business Deluxe Twin(Indoor Pool Access Only+Sauna Access for 2)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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About the area

Seoul

With a stay at The Shilla Seoul, you'll be centrally located in Seoul, within a 5-minute drive of Myeongdong Street and Dongdaemun History and Culture Park. .This golf hotel is 7.4 mi (11.9 km) from Lotte World and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Namdaemun Market.

What's nearby

  • The Shilla Duty Free Shop - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Dongguk University - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Namsan Mountain Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Dongdaemun Design Plaza - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Dongdaemun History and Culture Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Dongguk University Station - 9 min walk
  • Seoul Station - 12 min drive
  • Incheon Intl. Airport (ICN) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪더 라이브러리 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪팔선 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪더 파크뷰 - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪이그제큐티브 라운지 (Executive Lounge/商务休息室) - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Wildduck - ‬10 min walk

About this property

The Shilla Seoul

Luxury hotel with 5 restaurants and area shuttle service
The Shilla Seoul offers 464 accommodations with minibars and safes. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Televisions come with premium cable channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and bidets.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include irons/ironing boards.

An indoor pool, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.

Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 464 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and minibars. Your bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Bathrooms feature shower/tub combinations with rainfall showerheads and bidets.
Don't miss out on the many recreational opportunities, including an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a sauna. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands. Guests can get to nearby shops on the complimentary shuttle.
Enjoy Korean cuisine at LaYeon, one of the hotel's 5 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. Buffet breakfasts are served on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a business center, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Event facilities at this hotel consist of a conference center and 3 meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge on weekdays between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
LaYeon - This fine-dining restaurant specializes in Korean cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Reservations are required.
Palsun - This fine-dining restaurant specializes in Chinese cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Open daily.
The Parkview - This buffet restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, and dinner. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Continental - This fine-dining restaurant specializes in French cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Ariake - This fine-dining restaurant specializes in Japanese cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Reservations are required. Open daily.
24-hour room service is available.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of the Leading Hotels of the World.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free area shuttle
  • Free shopping centre shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Valet parking on site (KRW 35,000 per stay)
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; KRW 86,000 for adults and KRW 43,000 for children
  • 5 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Ariake
  • Continental
  • LaYeon
  • Palsun
  • The Parkview

Things to do

  • Golf driving range
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift (100 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 23 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch TV with premium cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
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
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
Customers may be requested by the property to provide documentation of recent travel history (such as showing passport immigration stamps) and/or complete a health declaration.
The executive lounge is open 6:30-10 AM for breakfast Monday-Friday (6:30-10:30 AM Saturday, Sunday, and public holidays), 3:30-5 PM for afternoon tea, and 6-10 PM for happy hour.
This property's indoor pool is open daily 6 AM-10 PM.
Disposable personal items, such as toothbrush, toothpaste, and razors are available in-room (surcharge).

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from February 25 to February 25:
  • Sauna
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for KRW 66000.0 per day

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately KRW 86000 for adults and KRW 43000 for children
  • Valet parking fee: KRW 35000 per stay
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: KRW 66000.0 per day
  • Facilities fee: KRW 45000 per person, per day and includes use of: sauna

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Guests booking an Executive Level room type are permitted to invite up to 2 non-resident guests to the Executive Lounge during the week (excludes Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and public holidays) for a surcharge. Children under 13 years old are not allowed in the Executive Lounge, except on weekends and public holidays from noon to 3 PM and must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
The indoor pool, fitness facility, and sauna are closed every third Wednesday of the month. For February 2026, the closure will be on the fourth Wednesday instead (February 25).
Children under 13 years old are only permitted to use the indoor and outdoor pools with parental supervision. Children under 13 years old are permitted to use the indoor pool on weekends only. Guests under 140 cm tall are permitted to use the outdoor swimming pool only while wearing a life jacket.
Guests booked in "no outdoor pool access" room categories are charged fees to access the pool. Entry to the outdoor pool may be limited due to maximum occupancy policy. In case of overcrowding, guests may have to wait to use the pools. Guests cannot pre-book entry to the pool. Up to 2 sun beds per room are available for use in the outdoor pool area (first-come, first-served basis) and some sun beds are prioritized for guests who book exclusive packages. Children under the age of 36 months must wear swim diapers in the pool. Rubber rings must be less than 1 meter in diameter and are only allowed in the children's pool. Access to Urban Island may be restricted in extreme weather conditions.
Please note: Guests will not be able to use or earn any points with third-party rewards programs at this property.

We should mention

Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Seoul Shilla
Shilla Hotel
Shilla Hotel Seoul
Shilla Seoul
Shilla Seoul Hotel
The Shilla Seoul Hotel
The Shilla Seoul Hotel Seoul
The Shilla Hotel Seoul
The Shilla Seoul Seoul
The Shilla Seoul Hotel Seoul

The Shilla Seoul Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 826 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 93 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1003 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Suni, Ashburn

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Great staff. Clean room. I love the most of this hotel: there is no pungent scent( perfumy smell) in the lobby and other areas. I am glad that the Shilla is not doing what other five stars hotels are doing. I hope that they keep their own classic style and maintain. Looking forward to visit again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Moon Hwan

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

chiaju

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suni, Ashburn

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great in overall.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacaranda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staffs are extremely polite and very professional
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Young Joon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

JEHUN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
대체적으로 모든 서비스가 동일한 수준으로 제공 되었습니다, 리셉션이나 정문 앞 직원들은 항상 미소와 밝은 태도로 맞이해 주었습니다. 말씀드릴 부분은 개인적 취향일 수도 있지만 침대 머리 부분 가죽시트에서 그리 기분 좋지 않는 향이 났습니다, 가죽 보호제 인지는 잘 모르겠습니다
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jongwook

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

You Kyung

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

JUDITH, Atherton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. Lovely old hotel near the entrance, with a nice garden path around the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toshinori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ji yong, Lawrence Township

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

SHANI

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a beautiful property with exceptionally friendly staff and excellent food. The location is perfect, very convenient and easy to get around. We truly enjoyed our stay and would love to come back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zhaofeng

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent experience for staying here!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ji Young

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

hyunsuk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional service and the foods were all very satisfying!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seung Joon

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

anjali

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jia

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

True

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

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing, 5 star hotel. Staff were the best ive ever experienced!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Myra

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing Hotel/Excellent Service in Seoul

By far and away the best service I have ever received at a hotel, and I have traveled extensively. We had two different people greet us before even making it near the entrance, then a single person made sure we were guided and immediately attended to. We were graciously given a free upgrade and when the staff found out that we were here for a special event for the kids, they printed a letter to them and have a box of chocolates, which my kids can't stop talking about. The breakfast buffet was spectacular and absolutely worth the price. My husband still talks about how every other hotel on our trip was a letdown. 100% we would stay at The Shilla again the next time we are in Seoul.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A truly luxurious stay, it’s perfect for special occasions or if you’re just in the mood to treat yourself. While the hotel is situated uphill, the complimentary shuttle buses make it easy to get around, with convenient stops to duty free, public transport hubs, and even into the city (as long as you catch the right schedule). The service is exceptional from start to finish. From the moment you check in to the time you leave, every interaction feels polished and attentive. Staff go above and beyond to make every guest feel welcomed. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a high-end, memorable experience - for us it was our honeymoon!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025