Shilla Stay Hotel Opens in Gwanghwamun, Seoul

The Shilla Stay hotel brand has expanded its portfolio of hotels in South Korea with the opening a new hotel in Gwanghwamun, Seoul’s cultural, historical and business hub.

Of historical significance, Gwanghwamun is the main gate of Gyeongbukgung Palace and a designated national treasure.

Centrally located within a 10-minute walk from three different subway lines - Line 1 (Jonggak), Line 5 (Gwanghwamun) and Line 3 (Anguk) - Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun has easy access to Seoul’s business centre and many of the city’s tourist hotspots.

The hotel is close to culturally significant attractions such as the Seoul City Hall, Gyeonghui Palace, Jongmyo Shrine and Gwangjang Market. Guests can also visit the nearby Gwanghwamun Plaza, a public space developed by the Seoul Metropolitan Government that is a popular location for filming and features in many Korean blockbusters.

Like other hotels within the Shilla Stay brand, Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun’s interiors are designed by Italian architect Piero Lissoni, and reflect his signature minimalist style.

Boasting all the essential amenities for today’s business travellers, the hotel features a spacious lobby with a bar for relaxed casual meetings and a business corner where guests can stay connected while working away from the office.

The 339-room Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun offers guests the choice of three room categories – Standard, Deluxe or Grand.

Focused on comfort and convenience, all guestrooms feature 100% Hungarian goose-down bedding and Aveda bathroom amenities.

There are also four function rooms and a fitness center. 

To mark its opening, Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun is offering a special rate of KRW 150,000 per night until 31 January 2016. The package includes a Shilla Stay Bear, complimentary breakfast for two, free Wi-Fi and access to the fitness centre. Blackout dates and other terms and conditions apply.