Korea
A land of complementary contrasts
and soulful connections
From ancient temples to modern K-pop, Korean culture seamlessly blends tradition, harmony and togetherness.
Whether in the urban buzz of Seoul or the calm of Jeju Island, in trendy restaurants or ancestral rituals, every moment reflects a deep connection to nature, heritage and community, offering a cultural guide to holistic wellbeing.
Our hotels
TASTE OF PLACE
Korean dining starts by settling in at low tables graced with golden-hued bangjja brassware symbolising care and respect. A succession of delicately portioned banchan side dishes crafted from seasonal ingredients form a delightfully orchestrated culinary journey, where colours, fragrances and flavours form a crescendo of sweet and savoury sensations. Fermented foods including kimchi are prepared using techniques passed down through generations, each dish designed to warm the soul, strengthen bonds and tell a story of the past, present and future.

BREAKFAST CULTURE
Start your day with an all-encompassing breakfast at Grand Mercure. Admire a festival of colourful fresh ingredients rustled up before your eyes, unleashing mouthwatering aromas. Korean mornings often feature nourishing meals like hearty nurungji porridge or antioxidant-rich mu-guk radish soup—delicious dishes to energise you for the day ahead.

BREW CULTURE
From ancient tea rituals to modern coffee trends, hot beverages are an expression of heritage and hospitality. The Darye tea ceremony fosters a deep bond with nature, inspiring seasonal herbal tea selections. At Grand Mercure, each cup of our discerningly selected teas and coffees is an invitation to connect with local culture and its stories.

LOCAL BITES
In Korean culture, the finer things in life are enjoyed little and often, with a generous spirit. Delight in exquisitely flavourful bites that invite you to share an epicurean celebration. Follow savoury dishes with han-gwa, a rice flour and honey dessert, or dasik, a green tea treat with grains and herbs—perfectly balancing sweetness and harmony.

SIGNATURE DISH
Explore Korea’s rich culinary heritage through a collection of signature dishes. Our chef adds fusion and flair to traditional recipes for a colourful and sumptuous feast that excites the senses. Enjoy regional specialities like Jeonju bibimbap, Busan hoe sashimi or Gwangju tteokgalbi, grilled short rib patties once reserved for royalty.
WELLNESS SPA RITUALS
Jjimjilbang hot baths and saunas are integral to the Korean culture, respectfully combining self-care with a sense of community. Follow a journey of contrasts to holistic wellness of body and mind. Flit from the swoosh of a bubbling steam bath to the peace of a purifying sauna where dry heat suffuses the atmosphere. Surrender to a traditional Sesin scrub treatment that will leave your skin revitalised and baby soft. Follow with a sweet sikhye rice drink or a refreshing shaved-ice bingsu before resuming your day with inner peace and a rejuvenated glow.

SCENTORIAL IMMERSION
Step into a sensory journey. Our hotels’ signature fragrance fills the air, blending fresh pine for longevity, delicate charcoal evoking traditional ondol floors, and zesty Jeju-do tangerine representing the volcanic island’s natural goodness. Together, they tell the story of Korea’s rituals, from tranquil forests to vibrant celebrations.
Our cities

Changwon
