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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María Paloma • solo_traveller • es
10
Pros:

Tuve algunos problemas ajenos al hotel y me ayudaron a solucionarlos. Además está muy bien ubicado, cerca del metro y con varias líneas de autobús.

2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Felix • couple • au
9
2026-03-13 • via Nuitee
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franck • solo_traveller • fr
10
Suoer
Pros:

Pres des ascnceurs

2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Rakhymzhan • couple • kz
10
2026-03-08 • via Nuitee
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Dahan • couple • il
9
2026-03-08 • via Nuitee
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Itzhak • solo_traveller • il
10
Pros:

קרוב מאוד לחב"ד איזור מושלם ושקט

Cons:

הקו לשדה התעופה הסמוך למלון בוטל

2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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ROBERT • couple • gb
10
Brilliant all round
Pros:

Great location

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-04 • via Nuitee
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Monica • solo_traveller • es
9
2026-03-03 • via Nuitee
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Shkraba • couple • kz
10
2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Jacob • couple • ca
8
2026-02-28 • via Nuitee
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Felix • solo_traveller • gb
4
2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
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Paul • couple • au
9
2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
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Od • solo_traveller • mn
10
Pros:

The room was clean and stuff was very friendly. They gave me free complimentary morning drink coupon on my birthday. Very satisfied and will definitely stay in this hotel on my next travel visit.

Cons:

The tooth brush was not free, I understand it is because of the Korean environment law.

2026-02-24 • via Nuitee
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Dahan • couple • il
8
Pros:

מיקום מעולה, חדר נקי, בקרבת בית חבד .
אחלה מלון

2026-02-24 • via Nuitee
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Caroline Melody • solo_traveller • nl
6
Good location hotel
Pros:

Great location and friendly staff. Spacious room.

Cons:

The style of the hotel is very stuffy and dark, the room was not super freshly looking. Fitness is really old and small. For the price expected better.

2026-02-22 • via Nuitee
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dancostea • couple • ro
8
2026-02-22 • via Nuitee
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Chiew Yee • extended_group • cn
7
Strongly recommend
Pros:

Cleanliness and comfortable. Good value for money

Cons:

Room a bit small.

2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
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Salas • couple • kr
10
2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Maria • extended_group • ie
9
Overall very good but the sewerage smell was unpleasant!
Pros:

Convenient location

Cons:

Smell coming off room at times~ or maybe in the bathroom? Not sure

2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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mazen • solo_traveller • sg
7
Good hotel in great location
Pros:

Great location with spacious and comfortable rooms

Cons:

Noisy street can be heard at night as well as bass from the club. Soundproofing can be improved for rooms facing the main street.

2026-02-12 • via Nuitee