2022.12.15 Hotel Events

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Published: 15 Dec. 2022, 14:11 Updated: 15 Dec. 2022, 16:52

2022.12.15 Hotel Events

Fairmont Ambassador Seoul

Mariposa Hall at Fairmont Ambassador Seoul in Yeongdeungpo District, western Seoul. [FAIRMONT AMBASSADOR SEOUL]

Dec. 24, 25 and 31: Fairmont Ambassador Seoul Hotel, the luxury destination at the heart of Yeouido, greets the festive season with the Caviar and Truffles menu, an unforgettable end-of-year celebration hosted at 29th-floor modern European restaurant Mariposa on Dec. 24, 25 and 31 only.

The four-course lunch menu features ceviche crafted with premium deep ocean caviar cultivated in Korea’s pristine Seomjin River valley and scallops, followed by Seomjin River Sambaeche Oysters, infused with ocean and butter aromas; the main course of charcoal-grilled premium truffle-seasoned Hanwoo Beef Sirloin; and a dessert of Strawberry Vacherin. The six-course dinner begins with the same caviar and scallop ceviche, followed by chicken infused with truffle and other mushroom aromas, Sambaeche Oysters, New Zealand Langoustine with sea urchin roe, premium Beef Wellington with white truffle, and a dessert of Chocolate Mocha Gâteau. Guests are also served a glass of champagne, further enhancing the ambiance of festive romance.

Served amid rooftop views across Yeouido, the Caviar & Truffles menu is priced at 160,000 won ($123) per person for lunch and 250,000 won per person for dinner. Prices marked are inclusive of tax. Lunch is served from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 a.m. and dinner is from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m.

(02) 3395-6000
www.fairmont.com

JW Marriott Hotel Seoul

Joyful Winter Memory at JW package offered at JW Marriott Hotel Seoul in Seocho District, southern Seoul [JW MARRIOTT HOTEL SEOUL]

From Dec. 24 to Feb. 28: JW Marriott Hotel Seoul greets the festive holiday season with the Joyful Winter Memory at JW package, a warming luxury staycation in the heart of the city. Running from Dec. 24 to Feb. 28, 2023, the package features one night in a JW Marriott guest room boasting panoramic city views of the Han River and downtown Seoul through floor-to-ceiling glass windows, and a selection of exclusive gifts, from luxury custom-made hotel wines to new year diaries, diffusers and more.

As the new year approaches, JW Marriott Hotel Seoul has released a limited-edition tailored 2023 Personal Weekly Diary (40,000 won), especially for winter package guests. With a luxury cover featuring JW Marriott’s signature dark grey color and Griffin logo, the diary contains a practical weekly layout, interspersed with images of the hotel’s most inspiring spaces.

Package guests also receive one bottle of a choice of two varieties of special wine (120,000 won per 750 milliliters), produced in collaboration with Roc de Saint-Jean in the Rhone Valley, one of France’s top three wine regions, and imported exclusively by JW Marriott Hotel Seoul. Roc de Saint Jean Sauvignon Blanc is a high-quality white wine defined by notes of citrus and well-ripened fruit, crafted from a grape loved by sommeliers worldwide. Roc de Saint-Jean, Merlot is a classic red wine from grapes sourced in Bordeaux and prepared using traditional fermentation techniques, creating red berries and floral aromas that blossom into lingering notes of soft, well-rounded tannins.

In addition, the package includes one pack of handmade granola (20,000 won per 400 grams) by premium brand Knola, crafted from ingredients including the finest oats and organic coconut oil. Blending wholesome oatmeal with a selection of nuts and sweet maple syrup, Knola’s signature granola offers a popular light snack or breakfast option elevated by the natural sweetness and healthy flavor.

Package guests choosing a Griffin Suite will receive the additional gift of a 400-milliliter diffuser (99,000 won) featuring the signature hotel fragrance developed by JW Marriott Hotel Seoul in collaboration with experts.

The Joyful Winter Memory at JW package is priced from 419,000 won with a Deluxe Room to 619,000 won with a Griffin Suite; all prices are subject to additional tax and service charges.

(02) 6282-6262

www.marriott.co.kr/hotels/travel/seljw-jw-marriott-hotel-seoul

Four Seasons Hotel Seoul

French crystals at Four Seasons Hotel in Jongno District, central Seoul [FOUR SEASONS HOTEL]

Through Feb. 28: The spirit of Baccarat shines brightly at Four Seasons Hotel Seoul this festive season, where the iconic luxury of the renowned French crystal house sets the glittering scene for the hotel’s glamorous “Time to Celebrate” — complete with incredible photo opportunities.

Known as ‘King's Crystal’ — thanks to the company's first royal commission from King Louis XVIII in 1823 — Baccarat has been hand-crafting fine crystal products for dignitaries for over 250 years. Now, for the first time, guests to the contemporary Four Seasons Hotel in Gwanghwamun, Jongno District, central Seoul, can savor the fruits and flair of a classic collaboration between two iconic luxury brands for the ultimate in festive style.

Throughout December and into the New Year, a dazzling arrival awaits guests on the Hotel’s first floor where stunning Baccarat crystal showpieces meet with the exuberant festive floristry of world-renowned floral artist, Nicolai Bergmann. Baccarat also dazzles in an exclusive festive Room Package with a Baccarat Tumbler Gift as well as a unique jewel-inspired Christmas cake featuring red octagon crystals and four festive cocktails served in luxurious Baccarat glasses.

From Dec. 1 to Jan. 1, 2023, hotel guests can savor a gourmet journey inspired by the Baccarat brand. Sophisticated speakeasy, Charles H. — voted Korea’s number one bar — showcases four Instagramable cocktails, each served in a unique Baccarat glass which is priced from 250,000 won to 400,000 won.

Cherry Manhattan — served in a Harcourt 1841 coupe glass — combines warming whiskey with sweet cherries and festive spices for a classy winter tipple, while Crystal 75 merges citrus flavors with a gin and champagne base in an elegant Mille Nuits Flutissimo glass.

Chestnut Eggnog, a quirky take on the festive favorite, artfully blends chestnuts and custard cream in a Harcourt 1841 glass, while Hibiscus Highball is a berry-scented marvel in a Harmonie highball glass that harmoniously unites sweet rum, sour hibiscus and soda.

The special edition cocktails are priced from 32,000 won to 33,000 won each.

Looking to take home a slice of Baccarat magic? Confections by Four Seasons — the Hotel’s creative first-floor bakery — presents Christmas Jewel: a limited-edition cake (just 1,000 available) representing Baccarat’s signature red octagon jewelry. Gingerbread mousse spiced with cloves meets sweet vanilla crème Brulee and refreshing orange compote in each flavourful and texture-rich mouthful. Each Christmas Jewel cake (76,000 won), comes in Four Seasons Hotel Seoul and Baccarat branded box and bag: the perfect festive table centerpiece or gift for someone special. The cake can be served at Maru — the Hotel’s lobby lounge.

Every guest to the hotel from Nov. 25 can enjoy beautiful festive decorations as part of the collaboration. Combining unique Baccarat items from classic chandeliers to glistening tree ornaments, rarely seen in Korea — with Nicolai Bergman's avant-garde flower arrangements, the elaborate decorations are set to become one of the city’s most sought-after festive photo backdrops.

In addition, “Festive Magic Moments,” a limited-edition room package that includes a set of two beautiful Baccarat Beluga Tumbler Glasses worth 420,000 won, is also available until the end of December.

(02) 6388-5000
www.fourseasons.com/seoul

Andaz Seoul Gangnam

Announcement: Andaz Seoul Gangnam’s Jogakbo Restaurant is offering festive weekend brunch and happy hour drinks.

During Aperitivo Paradisio Happy Hour Party, customers can indulge in Mediterranean-inspired cocktails, wine and delicious snacks, that are priced under 10,000 won, including tax. There will also be a resident DJ present to uplift the mood. The Aperitivo Paradisio Happy Hour Party only opens on weekdays, from Monday to Friday, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. At 8 p.m., there is a lucky draw.

The hotel is also hosting a Festive Weekend Brunch every Saturday and Sunday through Dec. 31. It features fresh and delicious brunch menus, live carving, pass-around trolley service and many drink options. Brunch opens twice a day. The first part is from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and the second part is from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m.

The two eateries at Jogakco Restaurant — Meat & Co. Steakhouse and Seafood Grill — continue to offer quality lunch and dinner menus.

At Meat & Co. Steakhouse, customers can enjoy premium hanwoo (Korean beef) and U.S. beef that has been grilled to perfection in the Pira oven, together with other classic steakhouse dishes such as shrimp cocktail, clam chowder and crab cake. Private rooms are available for larger groups.

Seafood Grill offers fresh seafood from the market with delicious Mediterranean flavors. The chefs blend rich aromatic herbs and exotic spices, using premium-quality extra-virgin olive oil to create authentic dishes. The lunch set menu featuring Mediterranean Rice Bowls comes highly recommended by hotel staff.

At both eateries, lunch hours are from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. The last order is at 2:30 p.m. Dinner opens at 5:30 p.m. and closes at 10 p.m., the last order being at 9:30 p.m.

(02) 2193-1191
www.hyatt.com/en-US/hotel/south-korea/andaz-seoul-gangnam/selaz