While intercity travel is hectic and unadvised during Chuseok, hotels in Seoul tend to empty out, making it the best time for a bargain staycation.
Here are the Chuseok and Autumn promotions for Seoul hotels:
Banyan Tree Club & Spa Seoul
September 5th – October 30th
For reservations and further information, contact 02-2250-8074
Autumn Picnic Package – from 470,000 (for a one-night stay)
- Complimentary Banyan Tree blanket
- Coffee/tea and cookie set provided at the Club Members’ Restaurant
- Breakfast, use of the indoor swimming pool, fitness club, and sauna for two
Gourmet Dining Package – from 640,000 (for a one-night stay, only available Sunday through Thursday)
- Along with breakfast, dinner at the Granum Dining Lounge or the Club Members’ Restaurant for two
- Use of the indoor swimming pool and fitness club
JW Marriott. Dongdaemun Square Seoul
September 1st – October 30th
For reservations and further information, contact 02-2276-3366.
‘The Scent of Autumn’ package I – from W355,000
- One-night stay in a deluxe room
- The French organic skincare brand Darphin’s revitalizing oil (50ml, worth W60,000) and a service coupon for a trial experience in a Darphin store
- Breakfast at the hotel buffet restaurant Tavolo 24 for two
‘The Scent of Autumn’ package II – from W385,000
- One-night stay in a deluxe room
- The French organic skincare brand Darphin’s revitalizing oil (50ml, worth W60,000) and a service coupon for a trial experience in a Darphin store
- Use of the executing lounge for breakfast and happy hour for two
- Use of the sauna for two (for guests over the age of 18)
Renaissance Seoul Hotel
September 25th – October 4th
For reservations and further information, contact 02-2222-8500.
‘Thanksgiving Package I’ – W130,000
- One-night stay in a deluxe room
- Use of indoor pool, recreation center, and sauna for two
- Six pieces of hangwa (traditional Korean confectionary)
- Two glasses of shikhye (traditional rice beverage)
‘Thanksgiving Package II’ – W160,000
- One-night stay in a deluxe room
- Use of indoor pool, recreation center, and sauna for two
- Six pieces of hangwa (traditional Korean confectionary)
- Two glasses of shikhye (traditional rice beverage)
- Breakfast at Cafe Elysee for two
- Spa kit containing massage oil from THAAN

Grand Hyatt Incheon
September 25th – 28th
For reservations and further information, contact 032-745-1234.
‘Chuseok Package’ – Starting from W270,000 (W50,000 early bird promotion before September 15)
- One-night stay
- Breakfast for two adults and two children
- Free access to French style paper art class, puppet show, and the Nintendo Zone
- Use of the swimming pools, fitness center, and sauna
- Dinner for two adults and two children (Full option only)