Gwangjin Seoul, South Korea
Renovated
2017
Price
$$$
Rated for
Design Wellness ResortOutside the door
The house
WalkerhillRiverfront mountain sanctuary
Set above the Han River, this blue-glass sanctuary balances quiet Mount Acha forest trails with sweeping views across Seoul's skyline.
What it’s good at
Notable
An 800-year-old Sicilian olive tree anchors the lobby beneath dynamic digital projection mapping.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Vista Walkerhill Seoul is an eye-catching sculpture in blue glass, in something of a unique setting, alongside the Han river…
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Wooded slopes and hiking trails across Mount Acha surround the grounds, keeping downtown Seoul a short shuttle ride away.
The rooms
Modern rooms in blue and gray tones look out through floor-to-ceiling glass toward Mount Acha forests or wide river bends.
The water
Bring a swimsuit.
The pool and footbaths
A heated indoor lap pool looks toward the river, and outdoor thermal footbaths sit on the SKYARD rooftop terrace.
The gym
Rows of cardio machines and Technogym weights line floor-to-ceiling windows looking out over the Han River.
Restaurant
THE BUFFET
Double-height windows look out across the Han River, and live stations serve fresh king crab and lobster.
At the table
Moegi serves Edomae sushi and teppanyaki, and traditional hanok restaurant Myongwolgwan specializes in charcoal-grilled Hanwoo beef ribs.
How it began
Originally opened in 2004 as Asia's first W Hotel, the property was redesigned in 2017 into an independent luxury retreat.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.