COVID-19 Prolongation... Luxury Hotels Launch 'Small-Scale Unique Packages' One After Another

Namsan view from a room at Millennium Hilton Seoul.

[Asia Economy Reporter Yuri Kim] As the COVID-19 situation prolongs, luxury hotels are continuously launching unique packages designed for small groups. These include packages targeting male customers and virtual travel-themed packages to enjoy with friends.

JW Marriott Hotel Seoul has partnered with the 'Wild Turkey' brand to launch the 'Men's Luxury Escape' package targeting male customers who want to break away from their limited daily routines and enjoy a different day. When using this package in the Griffin Suite room, guests receive two bottles of the American premium bourbon whiskey brand 'Wild Turkey 101' (each 750ml, aged 8 years and 13 years), whiskey glasses, a bar spoon, a beaker, and a total of five premium home-tending (home + bartending) tools, comprising the 'Wild Turkey Home-tending Kit' valued at approximately 550,000 KRW. A stainless steel 'Steel Flask' is also provided. For Deluxe room users, an additional bottle of 'Wild Turkey 101' (750ml, 13 years old) worth about 200,000 KRW, one steel flask, one bottle of Dior Homme aftershave lotion (100ml, worth about 80,000 KRW), and a sample exchange voucher for the 'Miss Dior Blooming Bouquet & Sauvage' eau de toilette couple perfume set, redeemable only at the Dior Beauty store in Shinsegae Department Store (Gangnam branch), are included.

This package, available until June 30, allows guests to choose between the Griffin Suite or Deluxe room. Upon check-in, a welcome gift of a six-piece chocolate bonbon set made by JW Marriott Hotel Seoul’s pastry chef is provided. Prices start from 350,000 KRW for the Deluxe room (excluding tax and service charge), and the Griffin Suite is available from 510,000 KRW.

Andaz Seoul Gangnam offers the 'Guys Night Out' package. The suite room, approximately 69㎡ with a separate living room, can accommodate up to four guests. Key benefits include a liquor set worth about 200,000 KRW featuring the French luxury vodka 'Grey Goose' (750ml) and beer, as well as hangover relief room service. This package includes ▲ one night in an Andaz Suite room ▲ a liquor set worth about 300,000 KRW consisting of one bottle of Grey Goose vodka, four beers, four hangover remedies, and French fries ▲ a hangover breakfast room service set featuring 'seafood ramen' with abalone from Wando, Andaz Seoul Gangnam’s signature 'Gangnam Burger' with a juicy beef patty, two fried eggs, one vanilla shake, and one iced Americano ▲ free extra bed ▲ late checkout until 3 PM ▲ indoor swimming pool and fitness center access for up to four people ▲ sauna admission for four people or two cabana uses (two hours each) ▲ free in-room minibar (excluding alcoholic beverages). The package is available for sale until the end of this year. Prices start at 494,200 KRW (excluding 10% tax) and vary depending on the stay date.

Meanwhile, The Westin Chosun Seoul is offering 'Feel the Westainment Vibe,' a virtual reality (VR) experience that allows guests to take virtual trips around the world, available until May 2. This is a reservation-only product priced from 170,000 KRW (excluding tax and service charge). 'Westainment' is a blend of Westin and entertainment, referring to entertainment content guests can enjoy within the Westin hotel. All 'Feel the Westainment Vibe' packages include three types of entertainment that can be enjoyed in the room. In collaboration with LG Uplus, VR devices are provided to view virtual travel content. A DIY cocktail kit for easy in-room cocktail making is also included. Guests can recharge with M&M’s, a representative American snack brand. There are four room types to choose from: Westin Deluxe, Premium Deluxe, Westin Connecting Room, and Premium Suite. The Westin Deluxe is priced at 170,000 KRW for two guests (excluding tax and service charge). The Premium Deluxe also includes the signature Donkatsu Sandwich (4 pieces) from The Westin Chosun Seoul Lounge & Bar.