Imperial Palace Boutique Hotel Itaewon - Renovated in 2025

Hotels
8.3 (2055 reviews)
221, Itaewon-ro, Yongsan-gu , Seoul , kr

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Children allowed

Facilities

Nightclub
Electric bicycle charging station
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Ironing service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Cleanliness in common areas
Good breakfast
Cons:
Inconsistent cleanliness in bathrooms
Room lighting issues
Bathroom layout quirks

Categories

Cleanliness
7.43
Several mentions of cleanliness being inconsistent, particularly in regards to bathroom issues.
Service
8.9
Staff consistently described as friendly and helpful across multiple reviews.
Location
8.94
Many reviews highlight the ideal and central location as a major plus.
Room Quality
7.89
Rooms generally modern and comfortable, though some found issues with the bathroom layout.
Amenities
8.42
Good amenities mentioned, including coffee and tea in rooms, but some noted lack of adequate lighting.
Value for Money
8.18
Reasonable value, especially with the good location and amenities.
Food and Beverage
8.43
Breakfast options praised highly, though dining area noted as a bit tight.
Overall Experience
8.2
Overall a positive experience, with few significant complaints.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 04:08

Property Description

Ultra-Modern Rooms with Free WiFi
Imperial Palace Boutique Hotel in the vibrant Itaewon District boasts stylish rooms with complimentary WiFi. Admire the artistic murals and futuristic design elements for a unique stay.

Turkish Dining Experience in Your Room
Indulge in a taste of Turkey with halal options and a kervan of a Turkish restaurant available in-room. Enjoy the convenience of dining without leaving the comfort of your accommodation.

Convenient Location and Services
Located a short walk from Itaewon Station, the hotel also offers laundry facilities and valet parking for a hassle-free stay. Explore nearby attractions like Seoul Tower and Namdaemun Market easily.

Book now for a memorable stay at Imperial Palace Boutique Hotel!

Important information:

[Breakfast Information]
Location: VOILÀ Restaurant, 1st Floor
Hours: 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM (Last order at 9:30 AM)
Menu: American Breakfast or Continental Breakfast
Fee: KRW 19,800 per guest

[Operating Hours]
Fitness Center: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Complimentary for hotel guests

[Parking Information]
Large sedans and SUVs are not permitted.
One vehicle per room is allowed (valid until check-out).
Valet service only. A fee of KRW 5,000 is charged per exit.


[Notice]
Please contact the hotel in advance for additional guests.
Guests under 19 years old must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian, or present a stay agreement form.
Baby cribs are subject to availability and require advance reservation.
Additional charges may apply and will be collected at the property.
In support of environmental protection and the government's disposable product reduction policy, complimentary toothbrushes, toothpaste, and razors will no longer be provided.
In-room temperature can be adjusted, but the system is centrally controlled. Heating or cooling is set based on the season.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: ICN

Property Policies

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for free when using an available cot.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs KRW 5000 per stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 2055 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.43
Service: 8.9
Location: 8.94
Room Quality: 7.89
Amenities: 8.42
Value for Money: 8.18
Food and Beverage: 8.43
Overall Experience: 8.2
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MACHIKO • couple • jp
7
2026-04-11 • via Nuitee
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kenneth • couple • jp
9
2026-04-11 • via Nuitee
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Sondre • extended_group • no
7
2026-04-10 • via Nuitee
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Ulrich • extended_group • de
9
Pros:

Room, location

Cons:

Not so friendly staff. Gym too small

2026-04-10 • via Nuitee
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Zo • solo_traveller • mg
8
2026-04-10 • via Nuitee
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patricia • solo_traveller • fr
8
Bien
Pros:

La localisation

Cons:

L’accueil était très froid et indifférent

2026-04-10 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • extended_group • us
9
Pros:

Room was nice, clean. Staff are extremely friendly. Great location for a lot of things to do around the area & night life!

Cons:

You could not control the A/C, as at the time that we went (late March/early April) the control for A/C had not yet been turned on by the hotel.

2026-04-09 • via Nuitee
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Alex • couple • au
8
Good value for money! Good location. Very clean and helpful staff.
Pros:

Location was good. It is near loud night clubs but then also close to a station and trendy cafes, shops and restaurants. The value for money was very good

Cons:

Value for money

2026-04-09 • via Nuitee
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Lovisa • couple • no
9
Perfect for short city stay
Pros:

Great location next to Hannam shopping district and line 6 Itaewon metro stop and a modern clean room with all amenities needed for a city trip.

Cons:

It was very warm in the room at night and impossible to cool the room down.

2026-04-09 • via Nuitee
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Jose A • couple • us
7
2026-04-09 • via Nuitee
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Matthias • couple • de
9
2026-04-08 • via Nuitee
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Ivan • family_with_children • hr
8
Overall, an average stay.
Pros:

Close to the metro station, nice view from the room, clean room

Cons:

The breakfast is below average. It could have been more diverse.

2026-04-08 • via Nuitee
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Nico Sandro • extended_group • de
7
Gute Wahl für ein paar Tage Nachtleben in Itaewon
Pros:

Die Lage des Hotels ist super, mitten in Itaewon. Perfekt, wenn man das Nachtleben erleben möchte.

Cons:

Die Sauberkeit war ok, aber ist defintiv verbesserungswürdig. Wir haben doch einige Haare in unserem Zimmer gefunden, die nicht von uns stammten.

2026-04-08 • via Nuitee
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Luigi • couple • it
9
Pros:

++++++++++

2026-04-07 • via Nuitee
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Ayleen • couple • cl
10
Maravilloso, súper recomendado
Pros:

Que está ubicado a 15 minutos de donde viven los miembros de BTS

Cons:

Nada, en verdad excelente ubicación, limpieza y comodidad

2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
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Mackenzie • couple • ca
10
Pros:

Very nice rooms, they were spacious and I liked the little window area to drink my coffee in the morning, nice and helpful staff, good gym, toilet had automatic flush

2026-04-05 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • solo_traveller • ch
10
2026-04-05 • via Nuitee
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Martina • solo_traveller • de
8
2026-04-05 • via Nuitee
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kelly • solo_traveller • gb
5
Great hotel for a short stop - not a long stay
Pros:

Staff were super helpful

Cons:

A few issues with the room, bath overflow, noise and heat. The staff did everything they could to help.

2026-04-04 • via Nuitee
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Sandro • couple • gb
6
Ok but not the best
Pros:

Design

Cons:

AC not working. Gym not clean.

2026-04-03 • via Nuitee