Historic Hotels & Resorts in Jamsil-dong from NZ$107

The historical sites in Jamsil-dong are probably at the top of your sightseeing list. While you’re out exploring, you might want to check out the restaurants and bars. You also can spend time at the shops.

Based on our travel expertise, HIT Hotel is a top hotel for history buffs booking on Expedia and it features free WiFi. Gyeongbok Palace is a short 14-minute drive away.

In Jamsil-dong, there are 49 hotels bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Top places to visit include Lotte World and Lotte World Tower. In the area, you’ll also find Starfield COEX Mall and N Seoul Tower.

Guests who choose historic hotels have an opportunity to stay in a place that’s been officially recognised with a national historic designation. Historic hotels throughout the world come in all forms like stately homes, palaces or even lodges, old police stations or skyscrapers — any place of special interest. These types of hotels in Jamsil-dong typically preserve authentic characteristics like traditional architecture and period features in their public spaces or guestrooms.

They are quite similar. “Historic hotel” is more commonly used in the U.S., while you’ll often hear “heritage hotel” in Asia and Europe. Historic hotels tend to put more importance on the architecture and building. Heritage hotels draw their meaning mainly from the place’s cultural value and how it influenced the community.

Yes. Every effort is made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades, while interiors have safety features and modern conveniences. Guests should expect the popular amenities from a contemporary hotel such as private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, WiFi and more. In Jamsil-dong, booking a historic hotel doesn’t mean you will stay in a place that’s rundown.