Travel Overseas

Discover an honest and detailed review of Park Hyatt Seoul, one of the most luxurious hotels in Gangnam, South Korea. This article explores the complete dining experience, starting with breakfast at Cornerstone, the hotel’s signature restaurant offering a wide variety of Western favorites, Korean street-food–inspired dishes, dim sum, and made-to-order meals such as bibimbap, avocado open sandwiches, and even beef steak in the morning. We also dive into the basement music bar, The Timber House, a sophisticated venue with live jazz, fusion performances, and unique bar bites like a katsu sandwich. In addition, we share insights from The Lounge, the casual dining café located on the reception floor, where a noodle set meal left a mixed impression. While the hotel excels in luxury ambiance and attentive service, the actual food quality sometimes fell short of expectations. A must-read for anyone considering a stay at Park Hyatt Seoul and curious about the real dining experience beyond the glossy photos.

Staying at the Park Hyatt Seoul in Gangnam, I spent three nights in Room 2102 and share an honest review. Discover the spacious high-ceiling design by Japanese firm Super Potato, the advantages of the location directly connected to the subway and COEX, and the comfort of the bed and personalized buckwheat pillow that improved my sleep quality. At the same time, I highlight drawbacks such as constant traffic noise, cloudy windows, poor bathroom ventilation, and inconsistent housekeeping. This detailed room review covers what I liked and disliked, offering insights for business travelers, Hyatt loyalty members, and anyone considering a luxury hotel stay in Gangnam, Seoul.