Best Luxury Hotels in South Korea
It’s one of the biggest trendsetting nations on the planet, with K-pop, K-fashion, K-drama and Korean BBQ making international cultural waves among the hippest crowds. The capital city of Seoul (once home to the winter Olympics) is a good place to start, not least for its Gangnam district immortalised in song by PSY. The natural attractions of the country’s cherry blossoms and russet autumn colours — along with milder temperatures and lower humidity — make spring and autumn the best months to visit South Korea. Read on to discover our favourite luxury hotels in South Korea.
South Korea, Busan
The Westin Josun Busan
(5 stars)This international hotel — the first of its kind to land in Busan — is located at the tip of Haeundae Beach, close to Nurimaru Park and a 20-minute walk from the subway. Well suited to business travellers (it’s a stroll to the commercial, political and financial hubs) and families, the trusted chain has 290 bedrooms in this property. Room service and a fitness centre are available 24 hours a day, there are several restaurants onsite and an Irish bar. There’s also a pool, a spa, a kids’ club and direct beach access.
South Korea, Busan
Park Hyatt Busan
(5 stars)Occupying a seafront position in the Haeundae neighbourhood, the Park Hyatt takes in the Gwangan Bridge and Suyeong Man Yacht Marina. 269 bedrooms have beige and wood focussed interiors and floor-to-ceiling windows to take full advantage of these vistas, and an indoor pool area has been inspired by a natural garden, providing a peaceful oasis in the city. The Dining Room Steak & Seafood Grill is found on the 32nd floor with an open kitchen; a floor beneath this is the Living Room and adjoining bar for Italian meals and cocktails; and there’s a Lounge serving afternoon tea.