Hotel Lobby

Grand Hilton Seoul

Grand Hilton Seoul's Chinese restaurant Yeohyang presents an array of Shanghai-style cuisine through October.

The lunch and dinner set menus include authentic Shanghai specials such as saut and eacute;ed sea cucumber with abalone, deep fried bean curd with minced shrimp and fried lobster with chili sauce.

The set costs 59,000 won for lunch and 100,000 won for dinner.

For reservations, call (02) 2287-8787.

nterContinental Hotels Seoul

InterContinental Hotels Seoul announced its winning of the 9th Black Box Culinary Challenge on Sept. 17-18, hosted by Meat and Livestock Australia (MLA). The hotel also won last year's competition.

The InterContinental team consisted of head chefs Yoon Tae-goo, Lee Young-soo, Lee Jin-goo and Kang Ji-young.

The winning dish was a four course meal, while the team's sous vide cooked beef flank, and its smoked and slow roasted beef were especially highly recognized. Seared sweet potato and lemon vinaigrette were also added to enhance flavor and aroma.

"It was the best opportunity for people to recognize and see the skills, abilities and passion of our young chefs," said Bae Han-chul, director of kitchens at InterContinental Hotels Seoul.

Call (02) 559-7752 for more information.

Renaissance Seoul Hotel

Renaissance Seoul Hotel presents its "Lovely Weekend" packages to ensure a memorable weekend experience to its guests.

They offer a romantic night and peaceful rest in the center of the city.

The first package includes a deluxe room, a bottle of wine and free entrance to the recreation center and indoor pool. The second offers breakfast for two in addition to the benefits of the first.

The special offer is available only on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.

For reservations, call (02) 2222-8500.

Shilla Seoul

The Shilla Seoul offers four "Chuseok" packages for guests to take a comfortable break with family and friends.

The "For us" package includes a one-night stay in a grand deluxe room, a dessert buffet for two at the Library Bar and Lounge, a special teddy bear and complimentary use of the indoor golf range.

The "Party Pack" is for family and friends planning a fun overnight party in a suite. The package includes one night either in a studio or premier suite and breakfast for three in the Executive Floor Lounge. "The Library" party package comes with a Karaoke room.

The packages cost from 130,000 to 800,000 won.

For inquiries, call (02) 2230-3310.

Hilton Namhae Golf and Spa Resort

Hilton Namhae Golf and Spa Resort offers a "Third Anniversary Package" that presents various benefits along with a one-night stay in a deluxe suite from Oct. 4 to Nov. 14.

It has been positioning itself as a luxury resort culture leader in Korea since opening on Oct. 24, 2006.

Besides accommodation, the package includes a buffet breakfast at the restaurant Breeze along with a 10-percent discount on all spa therapy programs.

In addition, third anniversary wine and a special set menu are also offered.

For detailed information, call (055) 860-0100.

Hyatt Regency Incheon

Hyatt Regency Incheon provides a special "Chuseok" room rate of 120,000 won to all guests who book a minimum stay of two nights from Sept. 28 to Oct. 4.

Guests will also receive free access to the Club Olympus Fitness Center, swimming pool and sauna.

Its limited edition of a Chuseok hamper offers special Jedong Hanwoo beef from Jedong Ranch on Jeju Island. The gift set also includes whole salt, peppercorns and oregano.

To make a reservation, call (032) 745-1234.