Seoul prepares for Four Seasons

Four Seasons puts the final touches of perfection on its first location in Korea with the all-new Four Seasons Hotel Seoul.
“More than simply a place to sleep, Four Seasons is where people come together to eat, drink and mingle; to celebrate and to close the deal; to relax and to be inspired,” says general manager Lubosh Barta, who leads a team of more than 600 hand-picked staff who can’t wait to welcome their first guests in October this year.

Designed by Heerim Architects & Planners and LTW Designworks, the Hotel boasts seven restaurants and bars, each with its own character as conceived by several of today’s cutting-edge creative minds, including AvroKO and Hong Kong-based André Fu. Throughout, an expertly curated art collection features contemporary pieces by local, regional and international artists displayed in spaces that can best be described as a modern reflection of Korean tradition.

With its ideal location in the Central Business District offering easy access to major business and diplomatic addresses as well as historic sites, shopping and trendy neighbourhoods, the hotel has 317 light-filled rooms and suites.

Every room features the new, fully customisable Four Seasons Bed, and Four Seasons services, including twice-daily housekeeping and round-the-clock in-room dining. Each room also functions as a highly efficient and comfortable place to conduct business, with high tech amenities including complimentary internet service.

Coinciding with the opening of the hotel, Four Seasons will introduce seven new dining and entertaining venues, including four restaurants and three bars, plus two speciality food shops for those on the go. An intimate spa, including a couple’s spa suite, will offer both locally inspired treatments and the latest international therapies, as well as an area for foot massage, nail bar and retail shop. The spa menu will feature an array of specialised skin care treatments using products such as Fedora, a top quality Korean line, as well as Biologique Recherche from France.

With its bright lights and big city vibe, its graceful palaces and its fiery cuisine, Seoul is one of Asia’s most magnetic cities. Having played second fiddle to its larger, more famous cousins in years past, Seoul is now emerging as one of the region’s most exciting, innovative and creative powerhouses. Famous for being at the leading edge of technology, fashion, design and pop culture, Seoul manages to retain pockets of history, peaceful temples, and nature right in the heart of the city.