Whether you’re leaving Seoul on an early flight or arriving late, there are lots of Incheon Airport hotels and accommodation to suit all budgets, including some in the airport itself.
From transit trips to long stopovers at Incheon Airport, an array of airport accommodation is within easy distance of Terminals 1 and 2.
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All of these hotels are very close to Incheon Airport, and Incheon city itself is a popular place for last minute shopping before flying out of South Korea.
And if you are in transit at Incheon, you’ll be glad to know there is a Incheon Airport Transit Hotel literally inside Terminal 1.
For simple stopover trips or a more luxurious layover in Seoul, here is our guide to the best airport hotels at Korea’s Incheon International Airport (ICN) in Seoul.
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Things to consider when booking Seoul Incheon International Airport hotels
Why stay at the airport when the Seoul Airport Limousine buses and AREX train are so efficient and economical?
Well, the first AREX trains from Incheon Airport to the city do not start running until just after 5am, and trains to the airport from the city usually don’t start until 6am.
So if you have an international flight departing from Incheon Airport before 9am, you’re best to either stay at a nearby Incheon airport hotel, or take a taxi / airport transfer from your downtown Seoul hotel.
Note that Seoul Airport Limousine buses usually start running from downtown to the airport at 4am – read our Seoul airport bus guide here >
Just remember to factor in Seoul rush hour traffic too which will make the journey longer – sometimes it is just easier to stay at a hotel near Seoul Incheon Airport.
Also, if you’re arriving late and just want to unwind, airport hotels are a good bet, so that you are ready to hit Seoul fresh and early in the morning.
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Booking South Korea Incheon hotels – top tips
Once you are ready to start booking your Incheon hotel, there are a few general rules and tips:
- Peak season in Korea is generally classed as the summer months but you’ll also find room rates are likely higher in the winter because of Christmas in Seoul, public holidays and cherry blossom season (usually in April).
- We find agoda.com, booking.com, expedia.com and trip.com have the best room rates for South Korea / Incheon hotels. Check out our Korea travel resources page >
- Online rates for Seoul hotels are generally better than booking in person. We even had a situation where we tried to extend a Seoul hotel booking at the reception (Venue G Hotel) and the staff kindly informed us we should book it on Agoda instead as it would be cheaper!
- If possible, book your Incheon hotel rooms several months in advance as the room rates tend to increase in the months before you arrive – also consider making use of the ‘cancellable’ room options that some hotel booking sites have like Agoda.
- We watch room rate prices in Seoul a lot and they generally rise the closer you get to arrival – some go up a lot in price, especially Myeongdong and Hongdae. So book well in advance if you can.
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Seoul Incheon Airport hotels and accommodation
Here are some highly rated Myeongdong hotel and accommodation suggestions for all types of budget:
High end and luxury Incheon hotels ($$$)
Grand Hyatt Incheon (5*)
5 minute drive from Incheon Airport Terminal 1 | 12 minute drive from Incheon Airport Terminal 2
For a little bit of luxury, the 5 star Grand Hyatt Incheon hotel is a nice way to treat yourself at the start or end of your South Korea trip.
It is one of the closest hotels to Incheon Airport itself and just a 5 minute drive away from Terminal 1 (the hotel also provides regular free shuttle buses).
The Grand Hyatt is one of the only hotels near the airport that has a swimming pool (indoors) and poolside bar. It also has several restaurants and cafes including ‘Restaurant 8’ which offers eight different international food types. And did we mention it has a karaoke lounge too?!
Please note the free shuttle bus service runs every 30 minutes from around 6am until 10:30pm.
Check out Grand Hyatt Incheon rates and availability: agoda.com / booking.com / expedia.com / trip.com
Nest Hotel Incheon (5*)
10 minute drive from Incheon Airport Terminal 1 | 18 minute drive from Incheon Airport Terminal 2
Fancy a beachfront hotel that is just a short drive from the airport? Spread your wings at Nest Hotel Incheon, where you can choose from a sea front facing balcony or mountain views.
A beautiful bougie property located on nearby Yeongjongdo Island, the Nest Hotel Incheon is a perfect place to stay before you take ‘flight’ and also has an infinity swimming pool, Finnish style sauna and other relaxing leisure facilities.
European in style, relax in the Kunst Lounge and in the morning, enjoy breakfast overlooking the water in the Platz restaurant.
Please note this hotel is more suited to guests departing from Incheon terminal 1 as opposed to terminal 2 (based on the free shuttle times).
Check out Nest Hotel Incheon rates and availability: agoda.com / booking.com / expedia.com / trip.com
Sheraton Grand Incheon Hotel (5*)
27 minute drive from Incheon Airport Terminal 1 | 28 minute drive from Incheon Airport Terminal 2
As recommended by one of our South Korea Travel Tips and Planning Facebook group members recently, due to its “…views of Central Park and the lake”.
The Sheraton Grand Incheon Hotel is right next to Songdo Convention Center and has an indoor pool, fitness center and spa. If you fancy some K-Beauty treatments, there is also a beauty salon.
This is also a fine foodie hotel with five different restaurants and cafes to choose from including the BENE steak restaurant and Starbucks coffee shop.
Check out Sheraton Grand Incheon Hotel rates and availability: agoda.com / booking.com / expedia.com / trip.com
Midrange Incheon Hotels ($$)
Paradise City Incheon (4*)
6 minute drive from Incheon Airport Terminal 1 | 13 minute drive from Incheon Airport Terminal 2
A full scale resort literally next to the airport, this is South Korea’s first “art‑tainment” hotel (we know – cringe right but don’t let that put you off).
Facilities at Paradise City include Korea’s largest casino open to travellers and a swimming pool plus the onsite mall has lots of different shops and restaurants, from Paul Bassett coffee to Baskin Robbins and a CU convenience store plus a premium food court.
The complex is themed with a clock tower and fountain and is also home to one of Korea’s largest night-clubs (in case you want to party all night before getting an early morning flight).
Families can enjoy Wonderbox, an indoor theme park with fairground style rides and lots of sweet treats. There is also a free shuttle bus to Incheon Airport.
Check out Paradise City Incheon rates and availability: agoda.com / booking.com / expedia.com / trip.com
Ibis Styles Ambassador Incheon Airport T2 (4*)
14 minute drive from Incheon Airport Terminal 1 | 5 minute drive from Incheon Airport Terminal 2
Ibis is one of the best value hotels that is very close to Incheon Airport terminal 2 and with some rooms offering views of the runway. The drive to the airport is just over 5 minutes by taxi or shuttle services are available from the hotel.
Ibis Styles Ambassador Incheon Airport has a couple of restaurants plus a 24 hour fitness center and sauna facilities.
Check out Ibis Styles Ambassador Incheon rates and availability: agoda.com / booking.com / expedia.com / trip.com
Best Western Premier Incheon Airport (4*)
7 minute drive from Incheon Airport Terminal 1 | 15 minute drive from Incheon Airport Terminal 2
A mid-range hotel that is around a 7 minute drive from Incheon Airport Terminal 1 and a 15 minute drive from Terminal 2, the Best Western Premier Incheon Airport is a good value place to stay if you want no frills and just a comfortable place to sleep for one night.
There is a basic gym and fitness center (complete with a golf simulator!). Guests rave about the location but some feel the room interiors are a little dated.
Check out Best Western Premier Incheon Airport rates and availability: agoda.com / booking.com / expedia.com / trip.com
Budget ($)
Hotel Tour Incheon Airport Hotel & Suites (4*)
15 minute drive from Incheon Airport Terminal 1 | 13 minute drive from Incheon Airport Terminal 2
Located near to Unseo Station and two stops from the airport, room rates at the Hotel Tour Incheon Airport Hotel & Suites are generally quite cheap starting from around £35 ($73 AUD or $47 USD) for a Standard Queen Room.
Check out Hotel Tour Incheon rates and availability: agoda.com / booking.com / expedia.com / trip.com
Hotel Parkwood Incheon Airport (3*)
11 minute drive from Incheon Airport Terminal 1 | 19 minute drive from Incheon Airport Terminal 2
We’ve seen room rates at Hotel Parkwood Incheon Airport as low as £25 ($34 USD / $52 AUD) for a Deluxe Double Room and it is very close to Incheon and the Airport Railroad Line.
The hotel provides a free airport shuttle and it has a basic restaurant but lets be honest, it won’t be winning any design awards soon.
It is a functional, low price hotel near Incheon Airport that is fine for a night before or after a long international flight.
Check out Hotel Parkwood rates and availability: agoda.com / booking.com / expedia.com / trip.com
Transit Hotel Inside Incheon Airport Terminal 1 / Airside Hotel
Incheon Airport Transit Hotel
Located on the 4th Floor of terminal 1 (use the escalator on floor 3 by gate 251), the Incheon Airport Transit Hotel is located inside the terminal and ideal for transit / layover passengers (it is an airside hotel).
Given it is meant to be a short-stay hotel, it is less than 10 minutes walk from the main boarding gates and also offers a buffet style breakfast.
Rooms are small compared to the other Incheon hotels we’ve mentioned but are generally clean with access to an ensuite bathroom and shower.
Please note there is no restaurant at the Incheon Airport Transit Hotel but there are many restaurants and places to eat nearby, including an Isaac Toast branch just a short walk from the hotel so you won’t go hungry!
Check out Incheon Airport Transit Hotel rates and availability: agoda.com / booking.com / expedia.com / trip.com
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