SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA – February 2017 – Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) today announced the opening of Aloft Seoul Myeongdong. Owned by Shin Chang Co., Ltd., Aloft Myeongdong is located in the heart of Myeongdong, a prominent shopping district and buzzing social destination. True to the DNA of the Aloft brand, the hotel brings design-led initiatives, tech-forward amenities and is set to complement the energetic social scene to the district, catering to the next generation of savvy, ‘always-on’ travelers.
“We are thrilled with the opening of Aloft Seoul Myeongdong, which further enlivens Seoul’s hospitality scene with its tech-forward, vibrant experience and modern style that is different by design,” said Mike Fulkerson, Vice President, Brand Management, Premium and Select brands, Marriott International Asia Pacific. “The new hotel also strengthens the Aloft brand’s footprint in the region.”
Soaring above the bustling commercial area of Myeongdong, encompassing department stores, shopping centers, restaurants and upscale boutiques, the hotel’s sleek limestone structure houses 223 loft-inspired guestrooms. With airy 9-foot-high ceilings, each room features the Aloft brand’s signature amenities, such as the ultra-comfortable platform beds, walk-in rain showers, 43" LCD TVs, and fast and free Wi-Fi throughout the property.
For dining options, the hotel features NOOK, an all-day dining restaurant with freshly cooked all-you-can-eat breakfast, and Re:fuelSM by Aloft – a one-stop gourmet grab & go food and beverage area. After a day of shopping, sightseeing or meetings, guests can unwind and enjoy live music at the brand’s signature W XYZ® bar, basking in its fun-loving social vibe. Other recreational facilities include the well-equipped Re:chargeSM fitness center.
For meetings and events, Aloft Seoul Myeongdong boasts 169 square meters of versatile space fitted with state-of-the-art A/V equipment. Great ideas can be sparked at the Tactic meeting spaces, which can be divided into two separate rooms, while The Balios banquet rooms set the scene for successful business and social functions.
Additionally, the hotel’s location enables convenient access to four subway stations, each within a 400 to 600 meter walk, including the main Seoul Station in Yongsan District, which is a 43-minute express train ride from Incheon International Airport.
“We look forward to inviting guests to experience all that Aloft Seoul Myeongdong has to offer — gaze out over Seoul’s vibrant cityscape, savor gourmet delights, stay in complete comfort, and work or play in a charged atmosphere where cutting edge design, music and technology converge,” said Jason Kim, General Manager at Aloft Seoul Myeongdong.
For more information or to make a booking, please visit www.aloftseoulmyeongdong.com.
