Business trips can often be tiring and stressful, but staying in the right hotel can guarantee a better experience. Here are the top 3 business hotels in Gyeonggi-do rated by TripAdvisor.
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When it comes to business
trips, the biggest factor in choosing accommodations is the distance to the
place of business. In second place is the cost of accommodations, and
thereafter, satisfaction. In this article, we will introduce the top three
business hotels in Gyeonggi-do (and don’t worry, they are from a more reputable
source).
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| Highest rated Gyeonggi-do's business hotels on Tripadvisor, based on traveler reviews © 2020 TripAdvisor |
#1. Shilla Stay Dongtan
The #1 hotel in the list of
“Top 3 Business Hotels in Gyeonggi-do” is the Shilla Stay Dongtan Hotel.
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| #1 in Best Business Hotels in Gyeonggi-do - Shilla Stay Dongtan |
As a result, this property is often used for business as well as residence and travel, making it ideal for business use.
Location
Address: 161, Nojak-ro, Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-do
Tel: +82 31-8036-9000
This Shilla Stay hotel is conveniently located within a very short walk of shops, bars and restaurant.
Transportation
- 90 mins from Incheon International Airport
- Airport bus arrives every 30 mins
- Cost KRW 14,000 for adult
- 10 mins by taxi from Byeongjeom or Seodongtan Station on Subway Line 1
Accommodation
A deluxe double room comes with
a comfortable queen-size bed and plenty of room to relax and work if you need
to. In addition to the bed, the rooms are furnished with sofas and desks so
that one can work comfortably in the room.
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| Park View from Deluxe Double Room in Shilla Stay Dongtan |
When checking in, you can
decide between a bath tub or shower. Amenities such as toothpaste, a
toothbrush, cotton swabs, cotton pads, and a comb are provided.
Service & Facilities
Shilla Stay Dongtan operates
a total of 286 guest rooms and facilities that include the lobby, lobby
bar, meeting rooms, business corner, buffet restaurant, fitness center and a
coin-operated laundry room. The Cafe, a buffet restaurant located on the 7th
floor, features a seating capacity for 191 people and serves breakfast, brunch
and dinner buffets. The Shilla Stay Dongtan Hotel employs staff members who can
communicate in multiple languages, including English, Chinese, Japanese, and
Korean.
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| Facilities of Shilla Stay Dongtan |
Lobby
The lobby is spacious and
has a number of comfortable places to relax, and several outlets are also
available for connecting laptops.
Business Corner
Computers with internet
access are available free of charge in the business corner, which is open 24
hours a day and available to every guest. Copy, fax, and scanning services are
available at the front desk.
Meeting Rooms
The hotel has three meeting rooms that
can be equipped with an LCD projector and screen.
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| Facilities of Shilla Stay Dongtan |
Shilla Stay also has a
state-of-the-art fitness center that guests have access to during their stay.
Laundry Room
The hotel provides a
coin-operated laundry room where you can do your own laundry.
Breakfast
There are 4 food stations:
bread & coffee/teas, cold meals, hot meals and noodles.
Nearby Points of Interest
Samsung and other semiconductor-related companies are concentrated in Dongtan. In addition to Samsung Electronics'
production facilities, the Samsung Mobile and Parts Research Center is located
here as well as global companies such as ASML, KLA Tenco, Kia Motors, Tokyo Electron,
and Volvo Korea.
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| Close to Samsung Electronics Nano City Hwasung Campus |
In addition, Lei Jun, co-founder and chairman of Xiaomi Corporation, stayed in Shilla Stay Dongtan when visiting Samsung Electronics in 2016. As there are many
industrial complexes in the vicinity, it is an ideal place to stay if you are
visiting Gyeonggi-do for business.
#2. Ramada Plaza Suwon
The next hotel to be introduced is the Ramada Plaza Suwon. It is a four-star hotel in Gyeonggi
Province certified by the Korea Tourism Organization and has a 4.5/5 rating
based on TripAdvisor.
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| #2 in Best Business Hotels in Gyeonggi-do - Ramada Plaza Suwon |
Especially high marks in cleanliness and service make this hotel a
great option for business travelers.
Location
Address: 150, Jungbu-daero,
Paldal-gu, Suwon, Gyeonggi-do
Tel: +82 31-230-0001
Transportation
- 80 minutes from Incheon International Airport
- Airport bus runs every 20-30 minutes
- Cost: KRW 10,000 for adults and KRW 5,000 for children
- 20 minutes from Suwon subway/train station
- 7 minutes from Suwon City Hall subway station
- Shuttle to Suwon subway/train station runs every hour (from 08:00 to 20:00)
Accommodation
All hotel services are available in English, Chinese, Japanese,
and Korean. Room types include standard guest rooms, suites and executive
rooms. The deluxe rooms offer comfortable beds for sound sleep as well as
sofas on which to relax while enjoying a view of Suwon.
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| City View from Deluxe Room in Ramada Plaza Suwon |
Work desks are well prepared and tidy. Moreover, power plugs are
located right next to the desk and the bed, which helps the business travelers
be more productive (includes free, high-speed WIFI).
Super clean and spacious bathrooms ensure comfort. In the
bathroom, basic toiletries are available (soap, shampoo, conditioner, and so
on) and the room comes equipped with an iron and the ironing board (which are
very useful for business travelers).
Comprehensive information about the hotel
is offered in a booklet in each room and offers travel information that
includes descriptions of nearby restaurants and hotel services.
Service & Facilities
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| Facilities of Ramada Plaza Suwon |
Banquet Facilities
A total of 7 banquet halls are available, from a large banquet
hall that can accommodate 500 people to a small banquet hall that can hold 20
people.
On the day of the visit, a strategy analysis meeting was being
held for the Lotte Giants, a Korean baseball team in Busan.
※Busan's Lotte Giants had a baseball game against Suwon's KT Wiz at Suwon Baseball Stadium near the hotel. In addition to the baseball stadium, Suwon World Cup Stadium is also located nearby, so sports players from other regions often stay at Ramada Plaza Suwon hotel when they come to Suwon for away games.
※Busan's Lotte Giants had a baseball game against Suwon's KT Wiz at Suwon Baseball Stadium near the hotel. In addition to the baseball stadium, Suwon World Cup Stadium is also located nearby, so sports players from other regions often stay at Ramada Plaza Suwon hotel when they come to Suwon for away games.
Business Center
There is a business center in the lobby on the first floor. Meeting room rental, interpretation/translation services,
copying/printing/faxing, business card production, and more are also available. Laptops, beam projectors, fax machines, printers, and cell phones
can are available for rent. Inquiries can be made at the counter regarding service availability
and fees.
Fitness Room & Sauna
The fitness room on the 6th floor of the building is equipped with
treadmills and bicycles, so you can exercise conveniently.
Breakfast
From cereals and breads to fried/roasted foods and desserts, a
wide variety of food options are available to choose from. Breakfast service
runs from 6:30 to 10 am, making it is possible to wake up late and enjoying a
morning meal slowly.
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| Breakfast Buffet in Ramada Plaza Suwon |
Nearby Points of Interest
Ajou University Hospital, KT Wiz Park(Suwon Baseball Stadium), Suwon City Hall, Gwanggyo Techno Valley and the KBS Drama Production
Center are located nearby, so it is a good idea to stay at this hotel if you
have meetings at these locations. In addition, it is a good location for
sightseeing as Suwon’s Hwaseong Fortress in located within 10 minutes.
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| Close to Ajou University Hospital in Suwon |
#3. Courtyard by Marriott Seoul Pangyo
Courtyard Marriott Pangyo is the first Marriott-branded hotel in
Gyeonggi-do. It is a smart, exciting hotel for frequent business travelers who are
motivated by success but who also enjoy breaks from their working routines. The
hotel offers 282 tastefully appointed guest rooms and suites that are designed
to ensure a comfortable rest and productive work hours.
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| #3 in Best Business Hotels in Gyeonggi-do - Courtyard Seoul Pangyo |
Location
Address: 12
Pangyoyeok-ro 192beon-gil, Bundang-gu Seongnam-si Gyeonggi-do
Tel: +82
31-8060-2000
The hotel is located in the Pangyo Techno Valley, a multi-technology cluster that is known as the Korean version of Silicon Valley. It is also just a few steps away from Pangyo subway station (Shinbundang Line), which directly connects with Gangnam Station in just 15 minutes and also offers easy access to southern Gyeonggi areas such as the Bundang district in Seongnam City.
Transportation
- 80-100 minutes from Incheon International Airport
- Airport bus runs every 60 minutes
- Cost: KRW 9,200 for adults / KRW 6,400 for children
- 5 minutes from Pangyo subway station
- Shuttle to Samsung Electronics Hwaseong available
Accommodations
For business travelers, Courtyard by Marriott Seoul Pangyo has a
full smoke-free policy throughout the hotel and offers three well-designed room
types (Premier, Deluxe, and Suites, respectively sized at 26, 38, and 42 square
meters) with centralized air conditioning systems.
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| Premier room in Courtyard by Marriott Seoul Pangyo |
Work spaces include tidy work desks and ergonomic chairs as well
as free, high-speed WIFI access, enabling guests stay to be more productive.
Services & Facilities
When you step into the hotel, you will notice that lobby is not
where it would normally be situated. The concierge table is waiting for you on
the first floor. You can find any information you need here (transportation,
travel, shopping, restaurants, and more).
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| Facilities of Courtyard by Marriott Seoul Pangyo |
Fitness Center
Treadmills and weight sets are available to boost the fitness of
business travelers.
Seminar Rooms
The seminar room can accommodate up to 130 people and 4 board
rooms are available for business meetings.
Breakfast
Diverse options are provided in the style of a buffet (Asian,
Continental, American, Korean, and more). Three types of milk are also offered
for different tastes (low-fat milk, soy milk, whole milk).
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| Breakfast Buffet in Courtyard by Marriott Seoul Pangyo |
Nearby Points of Interest
There are thousands of start-ups and IT-related companies located
near the hotel. Of particular note, Daum-Kakao and Naver (the biggest IT-based
companies in South Korea) are located in Pangyo Techno Valley. For those who
need to visit companies in Pangyo Techno Valley, Courtyard by Marriott is an
ideal option.
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Allowing visitors to find major attractions by Pangyo |
Accommodations are and always will be a concern for many business people.
There is nothing more important than a comfortable bed to welcome the tired and
weary after a long day, especially for those traveling for long periods of
time.
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