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Somerset Palace Seoul rates, Seoul

Axel's lowest rate seen for Somerset Palace Seoul: $182 a night all in, Dec 7 to Dec 23, 2026. Seen Oct 12.

#8 of 9 hotels in Insadong & Jongno by Axel's takeInsadong & Jongno is #1 of 8 places to stay in Seoul

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Somerset Palace Seoul

4-star hotel · Ascott International · 7, Yulgok-ro 2-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Shopping on site · Computer · Air conditioning · 24-hour reception · Elevator/lift · Currency exchange · Smoke-free property · Heating · Security guard · Newspapers · Washing machine · Express check-in/check-out

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Axel's take

a practical 4-star serviced-apartment hotel near Seoul’s palaces

8.4/10

Choose it for apartment space and palace walks, not contemporary polish.

Somerset Palace Seoul is a practical 4-star serviced-apartment hotel, and a strong pick for travelers who value space over fashionable interiors. Kitchens and in-room laundry make longer stays easier, while Gyeongbokgung, Insadong and several subway stations are within walking distance. Recent Expedia and Tripadvisor guests repeatedly praise the helpful staff, spacious accommodation and generally good cleanliness. The rooftop garden and seasonal pool add appeal beyond the apartment basics.

The compromise is age: worn furnishings and dated bathrooms recur in guest feedback, even among otherwise satisfied visitors. Breakfast gets mixed reactions. Early-2026 elevator replacement caused queues and noise; the published work period has passed, but completion is not independently confirmed. We’d choose it for a family sightseeing base, but skip it if fresh bathrooms and polished hotel interiors are priorities.

Best for

  • families wanting apartment space
  • longer stays with cooking and laundry
  • palace and Insadong sightseeing

Watch out for

  • dated bathrooms and furnishings
  • seasonal rooftop pool
  • confirm elevator work is finished
Location
Walkable to Gyeongbokgung and Insadong, with Anguk and other subway stations nearby.
Rooms
Spacious, apartment-style accommodation with kitchens and laundry; interiors show their age.
Cleanliness
Generally praised across recent reviews, though some guests flag worn bathroom surfaces.
Service
Helpful, friendly staff are a consistent strength, including assistance in English.
Amenities
Gym, children’s playroom, rooftop garden and seasonal outdoor pool; breakfast opinions vary.
Fees and surprises
Expedia lists free parking, pet and extra-bed charges, and no housekeeping on Sundays or holidays.

Axel's opinion, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews, scored for what the hotel is. Sources: Hotel website · Expedia · Tripadvisor · Booking.com · Trip.com. Reviewed Oct 15, 2026.

Rates seen for Somerset Palace Seoul

  • Axel
    $193 /night

    $193 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.

    1 Bedroom Deluxe Double room (full double bed and sofa) (bed type is subject to availability) · refundable

    Per night, all in, as a free account pays it

    Rate for Nov 24 to Nov 26, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 12

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  • Axel
    $187 /night

    $187 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.

    1 Bedroom Deluxe Single room · refundable

    Per night, all in, as a free account pays it

    Rate for Dec 6 to Dec 23, 2026 · 17 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 12

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  • Axel
    $182 /night

    $182 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.

    1 Bedroom Deluxe Double room (full double bed and sofa) (bed type is subject to availability) · refundable

    Per night, all in, as a free account pays it

    Rate for Dec 7 to Dec 23, 2026 · 16 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 12

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  • Axel
    $221 /night

    $221 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.

    1 Bedroom Deluxe Double room (full double bed and sofa) (bed type is subject to availability) · refundable

    Per night, all in, as a free account pays it

    Rate for Dec 11 to Dec 13, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 12

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  • Axel
    $292 /night

    $292 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.

    Executive Double room (full double bed) · refundable

    Per night, all in, as a free account pays it

    Rate for Jun 1 to Jun 30, 2027 · 29 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 15

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  • Axel
    $218 /night

    $218 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.

    1 Bedroom Deluxe Double room (full double bed) (queen size bed) · non-refundable

    Per night, all in, as a free account pays it

    Rate for Jun 5 to Jun 15, 2027 · 10 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 15

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  • Axel
    $203 /night

    $203 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.

    Double Studio (full double bed) · non-refundable

    Per night, all in, as a free account pays it

    Rate for Jun 16 to Jul 5, 2027 · 19 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 15

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  • Axel
    $203 /night

    $203 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.

    Double Studio (full double bed) · non-refundable

    Per night, all in, as a free account pays it

    Rate for Jun 22 to Jul 6, 2027 · 14 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 10

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  • Axel
    $403 /night

    $403 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.

    2 Bedrooms Executive Suite · non-refundable

    Per night, all in, as a free account pays it

    Rate for Jun 22 to Jul 6, 2027 · 14 nights · 4 adults · Seen Oct 10

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  • Axel
    $206 /night

    $206 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.

    Double Studio (full double bed) · non-refundable

    Per night, all in, as a free account pays it

    Rate for Jun 23 to Jun 26, 2027 · 3 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 15

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Axel's lowest rate seen for Somerset Palace Seoul: $182 a night all in, Dec 7 to Dec 23, 2026. Seen Oct 12.

#8 of 9 hotels in Insadong & Jongno by Axel's take. Insadong & Jongno is #1 of 8 places to stay in Seoul. The best hotels in Insadong & Jongno, ranked · Where to stay in Seoul

Axel is a travel agent that books hotels at private rates you will not find on the public booking sites. It is free to use: a free account takes just an email address. This page lists every stay Axel has priced for Somerset Palace Seoul in Seoul in the last 7 days, each beside the public rate seen for the same dates. They are examples, not this person's dates. Sign up free to book one, or tell Axel your own dates and it checks live rooms and rates at Somerset Palace Seoul for them.

Axel's take: 8.4/10

Choose it for apartment space and palace walks, not contemporary polish. a practical 4-star serviced-apartment hotel near Seoul’s palaces, scored for what it is.

Somerset Palace Seoul is a practical 4-star serviced-apartment hotel, and a strong pick for travelers who value space over fashionable interiors. Kitchens and in-room laundry make longer stays easier, while Gyeongbokgung, Insadong and several subway stations are within walking distance. Recent Expedia and Tripadvisor guests repeatedly praise the helpful staff, spacious accommodation and generally good cleanliness. The rooftop garden and seasonal pool add appeal beyond the apartment basics.

The compromise is age: worn furnishings and dated bathrooms recur in guest feedback, even among otherwise satisfied visitors. Breakfast gets mixed reactions. Early-2026 elevator replacement caused queues and noise; the published work period has passed, but completion is not independently confirmed. We’d choose it for a family sightseeing base, but skip it if fresh bathrooms and polished hotel interiors are priorities.

  • Best for: families wanting apartment space; longer stays with cooking and laundry; palace and Insadong sightseeing

  • Watch out for: dated bathrooms and furnishings; seasonal rooftop pool; confirm elevator work is finished

  • Location: Walkable to Gyeongbokgung and Insadong, with Anguk and other subway stations nearby.

  • Rooms: Spacious, apartment-style accommodation with kitchens and laundry; interiors show their age.

  • Cleanliness: Generally praised across recent reviews, though some guests flag worn bathroom surfaces.

  • Service: Helpful, friendly staff are a consistent strength, including assistance in English.

  • Amenities: Gym, children’s playroom, rooftop garden and seasonal outdoor pool; breakfast opinions vary.

  • Fees and surprises: Expedia lists free parking, pet and extra-bed charges, and no housekeeping on Sundays or holidays.

Axel's opinion of Somerset Palace Seoul, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Expedia · Tripadvisor · Booking.com · Trip.com. Reviewed Oct 15, 2026.

Rates seen for Somerset Palace Seoul

Every stay Axel priced for Somerset Palace Seoul within the last 7 days. Each rate is per night: the total for the stay shown, as a free account pays it, including any fee the hotel collects at check-in, divided by its nights, beside the public rate seen for the same dates and party, also per night. These are examples, not live inventory: sign up free and Axel checks live rooms and rates for those dates.

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Nov 24 to Nov 26, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults$193 a night · refundable · 1 Bedroom Deluxe Double room (full double bed and sofa) (bed type is subject to availability)not seenSeen Oct 12Sign up free to book
Dec 6 to Dec 23, 2026 · 17 nights · 1 adult$187 a night · refundable · 1 Bedroom Deluxe Single roomnot seenSeen Oct 12Sign up free to book
Dec 7 to Dec 23, 2026 · 16 nights · 1 adult$182 a night · refundable · 1 Bedroom Deluxe Double room (full double bed and sofa) (bed type is subject to availability)not seenSeen Oct 12Sign up free to book
Dec 11 to Dec 13, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults$221 a night · refundable · 1 Bedroom Deluxe Double room (full double bed and sofa) (bed type is subject to availability)not seenSeen Oct 12Sign up free to book
Jun 1 to Jun 30, 2027 · 29 nights · 1 adult$292 a night · refundable · Executive Double room (full double bed)not seenSeen Oct 15Sign up free to book
Jun 5 to Jun 15, 2027 · 10 nights · 1 adult$218 a night · non-refundable · 1 Bedroom Deluxe Double room (full double bed) (queen size bed)not seenSeen Oct 15Sign up free to book
Jun 16 to Jul 5, 2027 · 19 nights · 1 adult$203 a night · non-refundable · Double Studio (full double bed)not seenSeen Oct 15Sign up free to book
Jun 22 to Jul 6, 2027 · 14 nights · 1 adult$203 a night · non-refundable · Double Studio (full double bed)not seenSeen Oct 10Sign up free to book
Jun 22 to Jul 6, 2027 · 14 nights · 4 adults$403 a night · non-refundable · 2 Bedrooms Executive Suitenot seenSeen Oct 10Sign up free to book
Jun 23 to Jun 26, 2027 · 3 nights · 1 adult$206 a night · non-refundable · Double Studio (full double bed)not seenSeen Oct 15Sign up free to book

About Somerset Palace Seoul

  • 4-star hotel
  • Ascott International
  • 7, Yulgok-ro 2-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
  • Amenities: Shopping on site, Computer, Air conditioning, 24-hour reception, Elevator/lift, Currency exchange, Smoke-free property, Heating, Security guard, Newspapers, Washing machine, Express check-in/check-out
  • City page: Hotels in Seoul

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