Imperial Palace Boutique Hotel Itaewon - Renovated in 2025

Hotels
8.3 (2221 reviews)
221, Itaewon-ro, Yongsan-gu , Seoul , kr

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Children allowed

Facilities

Nightclub
Electric bicycle charging station
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
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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]
Valet service only. A fee of KRW 5,000 is charged per night.
One vehicle per room is allowed (available until check-out).
Large sedans and large SUVs cannot be accommodated.

[Guest Information & Policies]
Please notify the hotel in advance if there are any additional guests joining your stay.
Guests under the age of 19 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian, or provide a signed parental consent form upon check-in.
Baby cribs are available upon advance reservation. Please note that they are subject to availability as quantities are limited.
Extra fees for additional services or amenities may apply and will be collected on-site during your stay.
In alignment with environmental protection and government regulations to reduce single-use plastics, complimentary toothbrushes, toothpaste, and razors are no longer provided.
Each room is equipped with individual temperature control; however, the overall system is centrally managed. The system switches between heating and cooling based on the season.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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 2221 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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Xavier D. • couple • be
8
Recommandé pour découvrir le quartier d'Itaewon et comme base pour visiter Seoul tout court! :)
Pros:

La localisation (même si le bruit des basses était parfois dérangeant), les équipements, le confort des lits, l'accueil et le personnel

Cons:

Les chambres sont un peu sombres et peuvent paraitre un peu étroites pour 2 (nous avions une chambre double avec 2 lits)

2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Masilan • solo_traveller • au
10
2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Kondo • solo_traveller • jp
10
2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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Rymkul • extended_group • kz
7
в целом хорошо
Pros:

Мне понравился персонал и уборка номера

Cons:

интерьер в коридоре. Слишком темно и свет в коридоре и номерах очень тусклый

2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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MICHELE • couple • fr
9
Excellent séjour
Pros:

Chambre agréable et spacieuse

2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Azeedy • solo_traveller • my
9
2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Winston • solo_traveller • sg
9
I would stay here again next trip, provided I get the renovated room.
Pros:

The rooms were clean, comfortable and the location was excellent, situated at the edge of Itaewon you have a lot of nightlife, bars, international restaurants. It’s also just outside of Hannam where they are many trendy shops, cafes, restaurants. WiFi was fast and spotless.

Cons:

Gym was very bare, unlike what they showed in the photos. The room we were assigned was also the pre-renovated version (or at least that’s how it looked like). It was comfortable for sure, but deviated from our expectations based on the online photos.

2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Stefano • solo_traveller • it
10
2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Duckhee • solo_traveller • kr
1
Pros:

I don’t like this property.
Room is very dark and very cheap too.
I will never stay again.

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Amena • solo_traveller • au
8
2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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Ba • couple • au
10
Pros:

So close to the nightlife in Itaewon.

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Nurkhat • solo_traveller • kz
9
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Interior was black

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Ma. Luisa • couple • ph
10
2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Maria • solo_traveller • it
9
2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Radovan • solo_traveller • hr
10
Pros:

Very good hotel with great location.

2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Andreas • family_with_children • de
9
2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Andrey • extended_group • kr
8
2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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Katharina • extended_group • de
9
Pros:

Lage, Service, viele Spiegel im Zimmer, sehr sauber, Design, freundliches Personal, aufmerksame Reinigungskräfte

Cons:

Zu Offener Toilettenbereich - Wenig Privatsphäre

2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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Cristian Iglesias • couple • es
8
2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • th
6
May Not Stay Again
Pros:

As a multi visit repeat guest the location cannot be beat and the new style of the lobby cafe is great!

Cons:

Despite being a repeat guest, more than 7-8 times, the staff are too rigid on early check in and late checkout policy even when rooms are available and insist on charging extra.

This is against the concept of boutique and personal.

2026-06-02 • via Nuitee