An abode fit for a king - Grand Hyatt hotel in Seoul, Korea

Business Asia, August 17, 1998

The Grand Hyatt Seoul, located in the heart of the South Korean capital, is set in 18 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens on historic Namsan Mountain.

Commanding a breath- taking view of the Han River, the hotel is only minutes away from central business districts and within walking distance of Itaewon, a shopper's paradise.

Architecturally, Grand Hyatt Seoul is in a class of its own. A sense of gracious hospitality pervades the entire hotel from the elegant Lobby Lounge of cool glass and marble, to the sumptuous rooms and suites.

Following a total renovation project in 1993, the hotel was awarded Grand Hyatt status -- an accolade held by only nine other Hyatt hotels in the world. This honour was bestowed in recognition of the hotel's outstanding facilities, exceptional service standards and ongoing program of facility upgrades.

The hotel's beautiful and spacious grounds are among its greatest assets, affording splendid views and resort-style outdoor recreation facilities. These include a large outdoor pool with expansive sun decks, a separate children's pool and playground, three floodlit tennis courts and a jogging track.

Grand Hyatt Seoul has long been the choice of royalty, heads of state and celebrities. The top three floors of the hotel are reserved exclusively for guests of rank and privilege.

Tightly restricted access insures the privacy of VIP patrons in an elegant suite environment, which sets new standards for luxury.

Grand Hyatt's Regency Club offers a unique "hotel within a hotel" environment. Keyed elevator access to the hotel's four Regency Club floors provides a special sanctuary for the executive to relax or conduct business without distraction. Spacious rooms, commanding views, and dual lounges with gracious sitting areas make the Regency Club Floors a special haven.

Regency Club guests enjoy complimentary continental breakfasts, coffee throughout the day and cocktails and hors d'oeuvres in the evening.

Experience the world's best culinary delights -- all within the Grand Hyatt Seoul. For Japanese cuisine, relax in the Minka style ambience of Akasaka Japanese Restaurant or sample the charcoal grill specialities of Akasaka's sister restaurant, Tenkai. The regional cuisine of China comes alive at Grand Hyatt Seoul's Chinese Restaurant.

Or for the best in elegant, continental dining, try The Paris Grill. The Terrace Cafe is the perfect gathering place, virtually any time of the day or night, while the Jung Won Buffet offers a selection of cuisine from all over the world.

For relaxation, the Lobby Lounge serves refreshments and towering vistas of the river and city below. The Paris Bar is a piano bar, reminiscent of Casablanca. And for entertainment, there's JJ Mahoney's, Seoul's premier nightclub.

The impressive Grand Ballroom is the venue for many of the city's business and social events, including balls, concerts and conferences. From its beautifully landscaped entrance with waterfalls, ponds and fountains, to the marble and crystal foyers, the Grand Ballroom makes an impact. The ballroom complex accommodates up to 2000 people.

Grand Hyatt Seoul enjoys an enviable reputation as Korea's premier executive hotel. It continues to set the standard for service, accommodation and facilities among international hotels, maintaining its position as a leader in the Korean market.

* For further information, phone (822) 797 1234 or fax (822) 798 6953.