The Shilla Seoul

5.0 star property

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Premier Suite (Outdoor Pool Access Excluded) | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe
Bar (on property)
5 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Korean cuisine

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
$304
includes taxes & fees
Feb 4 - Feb 5

Explore the area

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249, Dongho-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul, 04605
  • Place, The Shilla Duty Free Shop
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Namsan Mountain Park
    ‪13 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)
  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Twin Room (Outdoor Pool Access Excluded)

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

Business Deluxe Double Room (Outdoor Pool Access Excluded)

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

Business Deluxe Twin Room (Outdoor Pool Access Excluded)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 463 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 463 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 463 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 570 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 710 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Grand Corner Deluxe (Outdoor Pool Access Excluded)

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

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

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

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

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

Deluxe Double Room (Outdoor Pool Access Included)

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

Deluxe Twin Room (Outdoor Pool Access Included)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 388 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 388 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 463 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

Corner Suite (Outdoor Pool Access Excluded)

  • 732 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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

  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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

  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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

  • 570 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 710 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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

  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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

  • 570 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

[HALAL FRIENDLY] Superior Suite Double(Indoor Pool Access Only+Set of Prayer)

  • 710 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 549 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

[OTA HANBOK] Deluxe Double(Indoor Pool Access Only) + Hanbok Bear Keyring 1EA per stay

  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

[OTA HANBOK] Deluxe Twin(Indoor Pool Access Only) + Hanbok Bear Keyring 1EA per stay

  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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About this property

The Shilla Seoul

5-star hotel in Jung-gu
This smoke-free hotel features 5 restaurants, an indoor pool, and a fitness center. Free WiFi in public areas is provided, as well as free self parking, a free area shuttle, and a free shopping center shuttle. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a poolside bar, and a snack bar/deli are onsite.
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.

In addition to a seasonal outdoor pool and an indoor pool, The Shilla Seoul provides a hot tub and a sauna. Dining is available at one of the hotel's 5 restaurants. The property also offers a snack bar/deli. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the hotel's bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. A computer station is located on site and wired and wireless Internet access is complimentary.

This 5-star property offers access to a business center and 3 meeting rooms. This luxury hotel also offers a fitness center, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands. Limited onsite parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis (surcharge).

The Shilla Seoul is a smoke-free property.

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 transportation

  • Free area shuttle
  • Free shopping center shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Valet parking on site (KRW 35,000 per stay)
  • Limited onsite self and valet 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 center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center

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.
  • Elevator (39 inch wide door)
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 23 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • 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

Property 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 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 92 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1002 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

Philip

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The executive lounge was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice up on a some what steep hill. Has nice views and traditional Korean architecture next door. Not easy to walk around and shop unless you go to their stores located in and around hotel. But rooms, staff and rest is exceptional.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yeongmi

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick Man Kit, Greenbrae

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect. A big shout out to Aiden Cho. He is professional and made us feel right at home during check in. We had a wonderful time in Seoul.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taesik

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I loved the kind staff and the great service. The swimming pool was great also.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eddie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Leiya Moon, we are old people and she behaved like she is our grand daughter taking care of my wife in totally above and beyond ways. She deserves a raise.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyung Ho

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suni, Ashburn

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

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