Grand InterContinental Seoul Parnas by IHG

Hotels
InterContinental Hotels & Resorts
9.1 (1094 reviews)
521, Teheran-ro, Gangnam-gu , Seoul , kr

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Exceptional customer service
Immaculate cleanliness
Excellent breakfast buffet
Great location
Cons:
Concierge could have been more helpful

Categories

Cleanliness
9
Immaculate clean and comfortable condition mentioned in reviews.
Service
9.5
Customer service is truly exceptional and consistently courteous.
Location
9
Great location mentioned with easy access to shopping and sightseeing.
Room Quality
9
Rooms are described as clean, spacious, and comfortable.
Amenities
9
Excellent amenities including gym and club lounge.
Value for Money
8.8
Great value, especially for conference attendees who need private space.
Food and Beverage
9
Breakfast buffet offers a huge variety and high quality.
Overall Experience
9.5
Overall guest satisfaction is extremely high, with multiple guests expressing intent to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-12 03:36

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation and Convenient Location

Located in the heart of Gangnam-gu, the Grand InterContinental Seoul Parnas offers a luxurious stay just a short walk from Samseong Subway Station. The elegantly furnished rooms provide a comfortable retreat, equipped with modern amenities and stylish decor.

Recreational Facilities and Culinary Delights

Guests can enjoy the hotel's indoor pool and other recreational facilities during their stay. Indulge in a culinary journey at the hotel's 5-star restaurants and bars, offering a wide range of international cuisines from French delicacies to Japanese specialties.

Nearby Attractions and Easy Access

Explore local attractions like the COEX Aquarium and ASEM Tower located within walking distance from the hotel. With popular destinations like Lotte World and Apgujeong Rodeo Street just a short drive away, Grand InterContinental Seoul Parnas offers convenience and luxury for your stay.

Book your stay at Grand InterContinental Seoul Parnas for an unforgettable experience in Seoul!

Important information:

- All guests under 19 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian to stay at this property.
- Access to the Club Lounge is available for guests aged 13 and above. Minors must be accompanied by their parents. (Documentation verifying the guest’s date of birth is required at check-in.)
- Club Lounge access is available for up to 2 guests when booking a Club room type. Additional guests are subject to an extra charge.
- Guests booked on breakfast-included rate plans are entitled to breakfast for up to 2 adults per room. Additional breakfast charges for children will be applied upon arrival.
- Swimming pool access is restricted to guests with a height of 150 cm or above.
- The gym and sauna are available only to guests aged 18 and above.
- In accordance with government regulations on single-use items, toothbrushes, toothpaste, razors, and shaving gel are available for purchase at the minibar.Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: ICN

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 35.71
Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

9.1
Based on 1094 reviews
Cleanliness: 9
Service: 9.5
Location: 9
Room Quality: 9
Amenities: 9
Value for Money: 8.8
Food and Beverage: 9
Overall Experience: 9.5
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Voyage61050297384 Couples
10
THANK YOU
Pros:

Thanks to you, I had a really good time with my girlfriend.

2026-07-30 via Tripadvisor
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matt_melb_city Business
10
Amazing Concierge experience
Pros:

Excellent service from Jake at Concierge. Our company President was travelling for a meeting but had run out of business cards. A template was sent to Jake at Concierge, who arranged new cards to be printed within a matter of hours, ready for collection when the boss checked in. Amazing service!!

2026-07-30 via Tripadvisor
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ediedi30 Business
2
Tea problem
Pros:

When I checked into the hotel, I asked reception staff if they could indicate in the system that the room would only offer jasmine tea. The staff kindly replied that it was no problem and even noted my request in the system. They then gave me some extra tea bags that weren't jasmine tea. The staff didn't change the tea bags daily. After waiting a few days, I felt the hotel wasn't doing a good job of management. Finally, I went to the IHG CLUB lounge for help and successfully obtained jasmine tea bags.

We are IHG Diamond member. Since my kid is under 13 years old and can't have breakfast in the IHG Club Lounge, I had to bring her to the first-floor restaurant. Every day, the staff politely asked what I'd like to drink. However, for the first three days, I waited a long time for my jasmine tea order. Then I had to go and order it myself again because l did not success get my order actually. l began success get my tea order from the 4th day. Get one cup of tea is not easy.

Today is my tenth day staying at this hotel.
Since one small pot of Jasmin tea(250ml) wasn't enough, I went to a senior staff to order another cup. After getting my table number, he promised to deliver it to me later.

I was waiting it. After a long wait, I went back and found he hadn't intended to make me another cup of jasmine tea. He even questioned me, saying there was already tea on my table. I explained that it was the first cup I ordered in the morning, and I was thirsty and needed one more cup.
He spoke to me with a strange and questioning tone. He turned away and muttered to himself in Korean. I felt very sad. Just a cup of tea have to being question like this.

This hotel is different from many InterContinental hotels I've stayed before. It doesn't provide hot water and tea bags at the bar for guests to make their own. If you want hot drink, you have to wait to order it.

Every day, I wait for a cup of hot tea to get start with my breakfast. I feel like it doesn't make sense that this old employee questioned my need for an extra 150ml cup of hot tea. Most other guests order a tall 400ml iced coffee every day. If my cup weren't so small, I wouldn't have to walk back and forth twice to ask for tea.

If not welcome asking for more than one cup of tea. Please put the sign for clear that "One Cup Of Tea Only" on top of the table. l am happy to support.

2026-07-29 via Tripadvisor
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nipri Couples London, England
10
Amazing, amazing, amazing.
Pros:

My wife and I had a pleasure of spending 6 wonderful days @ this fabulous hotel.
From check in to check out everything was perfect.
As soon as you enter the hotel, can see it oozes of quality.
The staff are wonderful, room was great, breakfast was vast and tasty, leisure facilities were superb with one of the largest jacuzzi ever seen.
Wei Lou Chinese restaurant on 34th floor was excellent.
The hotel is situated in a very good area and underground there is Parnas Mall, Coex Mall, Starfield Library and obviously plenty of shops, eating places and train station.
Have not stayed at IHG brand for a while and enjoyed it so much that have booked Hamburg Germany at Crowne Plaza for 6 persons. Very impressed.
Also have a friend and his wife visiting Seoul and have taken my recommendation to stay at this hotel.
Hope to visit beautiful Seoul again and will definitely stay at Intercontinental Grand Seoul Parnas.

2026-07-27 via Tripadvisor
R
Relax34228231961 Business
10
Good place to stay in Seoul
Pros:

Good location and nice staffs. And the happy hour in the lounge is excellent

2026-07-26 via Tripadvisor
6
664belindae Business
10
Superb
Pros:

Everything was superb, clean and friendly. Nice gym

2026-07-25 via Tripadvisor
G
Go26353461805 Business
10
Incredible Corporate Event in Lobby Bar & Lounge
Pros:

I recently hosted a corporate Amazon event at this venue and I cannot say enough incredible things about this team. From start to finish, the experience was nothing short of exceptional.

Grace Lee, our main point of contact and the head manager, was above and beyond amazing. Her communication was stellar, patient, and accommodating at every turn. Despite the significant time difference between the USA and Seoul, she was remarkably quick and thorough in all of her email communications. When we needed a DJ, she didn't just send referrals, she personally followed up with them when we encountered translation issues. That level of care and initiative was unmatched.

Days before our event, Grace met me at the venue for a full walkthrough to ensure every detail was accounted for. On event day, she was onsite for the entire duration, managing her team who helped with setup and even assisting with additional tasks like signage and gift bag preparation. She truly anticipated our needs before we even voiced them. In all my years of event planning, Grace is the best partner I have ever had.

The culinary experience deserves its own standing ovation. Culinary Team Leader Na Eunseon and Pastry Chef Seo Jonghyuk delivered the absolute best dinner and dessert experience our Amazon team has ever had; and that is not an exaggeration. Every single guest raved about the food. The menu was unique, delicious, beautifully presented, and genuinely impressive, from gold-topped beef tartare and caviar lava chips to live hand-rolled sushi featuring exquisite toro and fire-cooked wagyu. It was an absolute showstopper.

And then there were the desserts. What Seo Jonghyuk presented was truly shock-and-awe level artistry. A large custom macaron adorned with our Amazon logo and brand colors, complete with a custom QR code linking to our business site. Individually crafted Amazon-branded confectionary desserts and chocolates that were simply unbelievable. The attention to detail and creativity were nothing short of fine art. Our guests were absolutely blown away.

This team and this venue are my highest recommendation in Seoul. If you are looking for a world-class event experience with partners who genuinely care about delivering excellence, look no further. I cannot give them enough praise.

2026-07-22 via Tripadvisor
6
635glenna Family
4
Quite frustrating stay
Pros:

The stay was quite disappointing. The staff members’ lack of communication was quite evident. The room was clean, but the attention to detail in the cleaning was lacking. While the hotel itself was decent, the service fell short of what you’d expect from other five-star hotels in Seoul.

2026-07-22 via Tripadvisor
G
Gregorio family_with_children br
8
Pros:

Hotel bem localizado num complexo de shoppings

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Gregorio couple br
8
Pros:

Hotel fica num complexo de shoppings muito conveniente

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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AmyMunns Family
10
One of the best lounge (club Intercontinental) I've ever been to!
Pros:

This hotel has the best Club Lounge food I have ever experienced. I'm an IHG Diamond Ambassador and recently gained lounge access, and after staying for five nights, I was blown away by the food. During my stay, I enjoyed steak, fish, lobster pasta, and lamb chops.

I am also a Hilton Diamond and Marriott Platinum member, so I've visited many club lounges all over the world, and I can confidently say that this is one of the best lounges when it comes to food.

The only major downside is the age restriction for children, but I appreciated that they allowed takeout during afternoon tea.

I would especially like to thank Mr. Yoonsung Cho, Ms. Dana Lee, Ms. Yeonjeong Gu, Ms. Duri Han, Ms. Jooeun Kim, and Mr. Byunghee Lee for their outstanding service in the lounge.

The Grand Kitchen breakfast was not the best breakfast buffet I've ever had, but it was still good, and I truly appreciated being allowed to use a private room on several occasions. Thank you to Ms. Sohyun Yoo, Mr. Jaehyun Lee, and Mr. Yongsu Cho for their excellent service at the Grand Kitchen.

The location of the hotel is fantastic, with countless dining and shopping options nearby. The famous Starfield Library is also within walking distance.

The Classic Room is a bit small, and even the Junior Suite felt somewhat compact. However, my 11-month-old son loved crawling around and especially enjoyed the view from the window. I personally preferred the temple view, but my son loved watching the cars on Teheran-ro.

I spent a lot of points that I had purchased for this stay, but overall, I am extremely satisfied with every aspect of the experience, from the service to the food and beverage offerings.

I would also like to thank Eric Bae from the bell staff and Jaden Seo from the concierge team for their excellent service.

Thank you to all of the staff members I encountered during my stay for making it such a memorable experience. I would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone, especially those who have Club InterContinental access.

2026-07-20 via Tripadvisor
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Q8904BDjacquelinep Family
10
Best stay in Seoul
Pros:

We absolutely loved our stay at the Grand InterContinental Seoul Parnas. I would highly recommend this hotel to anyone traveling to Seoul.

From the moment we arrived, the staff was warm, professional, and genuinely committed to providing exceptional service. The Club Lounge’s afternoon tea was outstanding, with an elegant selection of food and impeccable presentation. Breakfast at Grand Kitchen was equally memorable, offering a delicious and extensive variety of high-quality dishes.

I would also like to extend special recognition to Ms. Yang at the Front Office. Her professionalism, kindness, and attention to detail made our stay even more enjoyable. She is a wonderful ambassador for the hotel, and her exceptional hospitality truly reflects the high standards of the Grand InterContinental Seoul Parnas.

Thank you to the entire team for making our visit such a memorable experience. We look forward to returning on our next trip to Seoul.

2026-07-18 via Tripadvisor
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taizuozuo Business
10
It was an absolutely stellar experience
Pros:

It was an absolutely stellar experience. The ground-floor lobby lounge was strikingly elegant and aesthetically delightful, while the cocktails were impeccably crafted. The service staff were remarkably warm and hospitable as well. Although the executive lounge offerings were marginally less impressive than those during my January stay, the overall standard remained highly commendable. The room was equally tasteful in its appointments. Should I have the pleasure of returning, I would be most appreciative of a larger room allocation. Two stays within a span of just six months speak volumes about its enduring appeal.

2026-07-17 via Tripadvisor
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Explore28974000726 Family
2
No Recognition for Diamond Ambassador Status
Pros:

As an IHG Diamond Ambassador member, I was disappointed that no room upgrade was offered or even mentioned at check-in, despite upgraded rooms appearing to be available. The overall check-in experience did not reflect the level of recognition expected for elite members.

2026-07-16 via Tripadvisor
G
Gregorio family_with_children br
7
Pros:

Muito bem localizado no mesmo complexo do shoppping COEX

Cons:

As fotos do booking parecem de um hotel mais novo

2026-07-16 via Nuitee
5
568JenniferP Business Austin, Texas
10
Great experience
Pros:

Beautiful space, comfortable rooms, conveniently located

2026-07-13 via Tripadvisor
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Tour58228757064 Business Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan
10
Comfy and Clean
Pros:

The stay in this Gangnam area Hotel is just superb. The convenience of getting a ride of taxi or Subway station can be reached in minutes. The Hotel’s room is spacious and the bed linen is just nice, comfy and clean. The staffs are super nice and helpful. Rooms are always clean and tidy. Hotel location is very convenient to mall with lots of restaurants and shopping heaven. The breakfast menu is international with handcrafted coffee and delicious food. One good thing is their Lounge Bar, the place is so pretty and there is Live Band every night. I do hope I will come back again for this place.

2026-07-11 via Tripadvisor
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steven solo_traveller us
10
2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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J3088VWjennyl Friends getaway
10
A most enjoyable stay
Pros:

Excellent location. Rooms were clean. Excellent wine selection at the Mercato wine cellar. Casual dinner at the Mercato was really good, with friendly and professional service. Very good breakfast selection at the Grand Kitchen. All in all, the five of us found our stay to be most enjoyable. Top quality service displayed.

2026-06-30 via Tripadvisor
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Y3224TPmichaelw Family
10
Truly a "Grand" hotel!!
Pros:

We went all in for our 60th wedding anniversary celebration. We planned a month- long trip around the world with several-day stops in Montreal, Munich, Madrid, Barcelona, Chiang Mai (Thailand), Kanazawa (Japan) and Seoul (Korea). We choose great hotels in each city. This hotel was the best!! It lives up to its name, "Grand." The hotel is beautiful and the lounge was fantastic, especially the young women and men who worked there and joined us in our celebration. It's probably the best hotel lounge we've ever experienced.

2026-06-29 via Tripadvisor