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view of Gyeongbok Palace from a room at the Somerset Palace in northern Seoul. / Courtesy of Somerset Palace

Somerset Palace Seoul sits beside the tranquil and picturesque Gyeongbok Palace, and is located in the heart of Seoul’s diplomatic, business and financial districts. You can take a leisurely stroll to the myriad of restaurants, shopping arcades and entertainment outlets, located along Insa-dong and the Jongno area. Other parts of Seoul are easily accessible and minutes from Anguk, Jonggak and Gwanghwamun Stations.

Somerset Palace Seoul is more than just about location. You can expect spacious surroundings and a sophisticated ambience when you arrive. Their professionally-trained staff are at hand to meet and fulfill your every need. Whether you are on a business trip or enjoying a holiday with your family, Somerset offers you a level of luxury and comfort that’s unsurpassed in Seoul.

Also it is designed with families in mind; Somerset knows the importance of keeping a balance between work and family life. Somerset Palace Seoul respects the guests’ privacy and freedom to live the lives they want. Whether working, relaxing, spending time with family, exploring your new city’s many attractions or sharing your experiences with other residents at Somerset Palace Seoul.

Somerset’s luxurious, family-friendly apartments range in size from studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom and penthouse. Each provides an enriching living environment for the busy executive and family with state-of-the-art communications and entertainment facilities.

Fully-equipped kitchens in many apartments let residents enjoy home cooking, while roomy living/dining areas make entertaining a breeze. Each residence is wired for high-speed broadband connectivity and includes a home office with writing desk. Also, enjoy working out in the fully-equipped fitness centre. Check out the billiards room, sauna rooms, residents’ lounge and children’s playroom.

Go to the top of the Somerset Palace, and you wouldn’t know you are 18 floors above the ground. The rooftop garden is an example of a growing trend in “going green.” As you emerge from the stairway leading to the rooftop, you will find yourself surrounded by varieties of flowers and plants, including fruit trees. The flowers and plants have been selected and grown in stages, so that there is continual and ever changing colors throughout the year.

Whether you choose to live in the bustling heart of city or its quieter suburbs, every residence offers fully modern amenities for business and relaxation. Somerset Palace’s staffs extensive local knowledge helps ensure a comfortable and seamless transition to your new environment. You’ll experience their signature Heartware Service, which recognizes each guest’s individuality and ensures that your stay with them will be remembered with pleasure.

Somerset Serviced Residence is managed by The Ascott Limited, a member of CapitaLand. It is the largest international serviced residence owner-operator in Asia Pacific, Europe and the Gulf region managing the Ascott, Citadines and Somerset brands in over 70 cities across more than 20 countries.

From among these three brands, Somerset Serviced Residence was especially conceived for executives and their families who seek a harmonious balance between work and family life. Friendly, experienced staff helps your family to settle quickly into your new city, find the right schools and locate recreational and entertainment facilities appropriate to your needs.

For further information call reservations at (82-2) 6730-8000 or visit

www.somerset.com