Korea's First Fairmont Hotel in Yeouido... Official Opening on the 24th

Accor Luxury Hotel Brand Fairmont
Opening of Hotel Building in Yeouido Park One Complex
326 Rooms... Fairmont Gold Service Included
"Will Establish Itself as a Landmark in Yeouido"

[Asia Economy Reporter Kim Yuri] The luxury hotel brand 'Fairmont' of France's Accor, which operates over 5,000 hotels and more than 10,000 food and beverage outlets in over 110 countries worldwide, will make its debut in Korea on the 24th.

◆The First 'Fairmont' in Korea

Karl Gagnon, General Manager of Fairmont Ambassador Seoul, stated at the online press conference held on the 18th to commemorate the opening, "With its rich urban culture and local food and beverage experiences, it will establish itself as a landmark in Yeouido and continue to connect with the local community."

Fairmont Hotels opened in 1907. In Korea, it gained fame when the Canadian Quebec 'Fairmont Chateau Frontenac' appeared in the drama 'Goblin.' Located in the hotel tower within the Parc.1 complex in Yeouido, 'Fairmont Ambassador Seoul' has 31 floors with 326 guest rooms and suites. It offers views of Yeouido’s high-rise buildings and the Han River, and is conveniently connected to the subway, the department store 'The Hyundai Seoul,' and high-rise office towers. Designed by world-renowned architect Richard Rogers, it features a Korean aesthetic blending tradition and modernity.

The hotel offers four dining venues including the rooftop terrace restaurant (Mariposa) on the 29th floor and the signature rooftop bar M29, as well as facilities such as the Fairmont Gold Lounge, fitness center, indoor swimming pool, and spa. It also has a grand ballroom suitable for large-scale events and 'Gallery 7' for family gatherings and business meetings.

◆Attention as a Filming Location for 'Penthouse'

General Manager Karl Gagnon explained, "Fairmont Gold provides a luxurious 'hotel within a hotel' experience with dedicated staff offering personalized services to guests. Beyond just exclusive guest floors, it offers butler service, curated menus, priority access to hotel facilities, complimentary breakfast and afternoon tea, evening canap?s, and a private honor bar exclusively for Fairmont Gold guests."

Fairmont Ambassador Seoul attracted attention as a filming location for the drama 'Penthouse' even before its opening. It is the place where Logan Lee, a real estate tycoon in the drama, stays.

Karl Gagnon emphasized, "We are delighted that Fairmont Ambassador Seoul has joined the global collection of over 80 Fairmont properties worldwide, where glamour meets culture, special celebratory events are held, and historic events that change the world take place. It will satisfy world leaders, business travelers, and vacation guests alike, providing unforgettable experiences."

Meanwhile, Accor Group, which owns hotel brands such as Novotel, Sofitel, and Mercure as well as Fairmont, plans to operate 33 hotels in 10 travel destinations in Korea by 2025.