When minds and mountains meet, momentous things happen. Welcome to W Hotels Seoul - Walkerhill. Resting cloudlike on the slopes of Mount Acha, the first W Hotel in Asia represents a new pinnacle in W's history of innovation. Designed for beauty. Constructed for comfort. Destined for greatness. Take the journey. It begins when you enter the W Living Room - a vast, ethereal space where light rains down from an illumination display above. Slink into one of the egg-shaped chairs suspended from the ceiling and sip something cool. Then head upstairs where cabanas encircle the glowing second floor lounge, offering privacy and a view of the action below. Multimedia setups keep you plugged into the real world. While beyond the glass walls, the Han River and the lights of Seoul spread before you like a vision. Take the next step. The journey continues in your room. Each of our 253 guest rooms offers lavish comfort, unobstructed views, and a provocative design experience that is uniquely Seoul. Take the plunge. There are countless forms of rejuvenation throughout the hotel, such as the stunning AWAY Spa, offering a comprehensive array of soul soothing therapies and sensory stimulation. Find inspired refreshment at Tonic, the AWAY Spa restaurant. When you're hungry, don't wander. Enjoy the hearty wood-fired dining experience at Kitchen. Sample an international selection of chocolate, cheese and other treats at Kitchen Pantry. Or discover the sensations of food for Asia tomorrow at Namu, complete with a sake and whisky bar. And remember. You're in Walkerhill, one of Seoul's most unique resort destinations, home to extensive recreational and entertainment diversions. It's the best of everything, in the centre of it all. Let the journey begin.
Amenities
AM/FM Alarm Clock
Bar/Lounge
Business Center
Coffee Maker in Room
Concierge
24 Hour Front Desk
Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
Hairdryers Available
Mini Bar
Meeting/Banquet Facilities
Meeting/Banquet Facilities
No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
Pets Allowed
Pool
Restaurant
Room Service
Shops/Commercial Services
Fitness Center or Spa
Television with Cable
Laundry/Valet Services
Rate Disclaimer
Actual rates may vary depending upon availability and season.
Miscellaneous Information
South Korean Won is the native currency.
Check in time is 2 PM
Check out time is 12 Noon
Time Zone is GMT + 9
Opened in 2004
253 rooms.
0 suites.
17 floors.
Directions
Take Airport Highway to the Olympic Freeway. Continue on Olympic Freeway to Chamsil then continue to Chunho Bridge then turn right at the end of the bridge.
Take Olympic Freeway to Chamsil then take Chunho Bridge and turn right at the end of the bridge.
Take Namsan 3rd tunnel and cross the river via Banpo Bridge. Take Olympic Freeway to Chamsil then continue to Chunho Bridge then turn right at the end of the bridge.
Nearby Airports: * Kimpo International Airport - 45 Kilometers * Incheon Airport - 75 Kilometers
Kimpo International Airport - 45 Kilometers; Incheon Airport - 75 Kilometers
Guarantee Policy
Mandatory credit card guarantee on all reservations.
Cancellation Policy
The cancellation policy will depend on which rate plan and date(s) are being booked. Please see "Rate and Policy Information" when checking availability.
Local Attractions
* Gyeongbok Palace - 5.0 mi/8.0 km * Olympic Stadium - 6.2 mi/10.0 km * Namsan Tower - 12.4 mi/20.0 km * Dongdaemoon Market - 12.4 mi/20.0 km * City Hall - 15.5 mi/25.0 km * Seoul Station - 15.5 mi/25.0 km
Local Corporate Offices
* City Hall - 15.5 mi/25.0 km
Related South Korea Content
The first civilization in Korea was centered on the state of Choson which developed in the northwest corner of the peninsula in the second century BC.
During the 19th century, Korea became a geopolitical pawn in the burgeoning regional competition between China, Japan and the encroaching European powers (plus the USA). After the 1895 Treaty of Shimonoseki, which ended the First Sino-Japanese war, Japan established a firm hegemony over Korea. Over the next 15 years, Korea entered one of the darkest periods of its history. The deep suspicion which continues to affect Japanese-Korean relations
to this day dates from this period.
At the end of World War II, as Japan was stripped of its colonial territories, the Soviets and Americans agreed to divide Korea along latitude 38°N (the 38th parallel). As the Cold War evolved, the Korean border – one of the few direct meeting points between the Soviet and American spheres of influence – became a key flashpoint. Cross-border incursions increased until full-scale war broke out between the two sides in 1950. The three-year war which followed engaged all the major powers and came closer than is often realised to provoking a nuclear conflagration. By 1953, a stalemate had been reached and an armistice was signed (although the war was never officially brought to an end). For the next three decades, locked into opposing Cold War blocs, the two Koreas went their separate ways. Relations with its northern neighbor remain a major concern in Seoul and the border between the two countries is closed.
Korea is a mountainous peninsula, which boasts breathtaking mountain scenery and a ruggedly scenic coastline. Seoul’s many attractions and excellent transport links make it the country's number one destination for foreign visitors and the logical place from which to embark on a tour of the country. The country also has several dozen national and provincial parks, renowned for their natural beauty and numerous temples.
Finally, The Republic of Korea also has considerable experience in hosting major international sporting events, notably the 1986 Asian Games, the 1988 Olympic Games in Seoul, the 2002 Asian Games and the 2002 FIFA World Cup, which it co-hosted together with Japan – the first time this major sporting event has taken place in an Asian country. Visitors will benefit from sports facilities of a generally high standard, particularly in Seoul and in the larger cities.
Geography The Republic of Korea (South Korea) shares borders to the north with the demilitarised zone (separating it from the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea), to the east with the Sea of Japan (East Sea), to the south with the Korea Strait (separating it from Japan), and to the west with the Yellow Sea. There are many islands, bays and peninsulas in the Korea Strait. The volcanic island of Cheju-do lies off the southwest coast. Most of the country consists of hills and mountains and the 30% of flat plain contains the majority of the population and cultivation. Most rivers rise in the mountains to the east, flowing west and south to the Yellow Sea. The Naktong River flows into the Korea Strait near the southern port of Busan. The eastern coast is rocky and steep with mountains rising from the sea.
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