Best Resort 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.
Seoul, Yongsan-Gu
Grand Hyatt Seoul
(5 stars)The impressive facilities at this Grand Hyatt property include a swimming pool that transforms into an ice rink come the winter season, squash and tennis courts, a kids club, a family swimming zone, multiple boutiques and a large spa. The 18 acres of grounds are dotted with animal sculptures, with the creative theme continuing inside, where Korean artists’ pieces are displayed in the public areas. 615 rooms – with picture windows, minibars and free snacks – provide ample accommodation for every type of traveller and nine dining options offering steak, seafood, sushi, tasting menus, buffets, upmarket pub grub and a bbq.