Hotel Lobby

By Kang Seung-woo

Hyatt Hotels in Korea to reduce single-use plastics from September

All five Hyatt Hotels in Korea have announced plans to eliminate single-use plastic straws and drink stirrers beginning this September.

Korea's move away from single-use plastics follows the global policy announcement by Hyatt Hotels Corp. July 9.

In line with the Hyatt Worldwide direction, the five Hyatt Hotels in Korea have announced plans to eliminate single-use plastics.

First, all straws and drink sticks, which the hotels currently offer, will now be available only on request. After current stocks run out, these plastic items will be converted to eco-friendly alternatives.

Second, at the end of 2018, plastic take out boxes and tableware will be replaced with eco-friendly alternatives.

Third, cocktails ordered at the bar, previously served with plastic straws, will now be served with stainless steel straws. Through the adoption of these environmental sustainability programs, Hyatt Hotels in Korea expects to make a positive impact on the environment.

Hyatt International joins the growing international movement to eliminate single-use plastics starting Sept. 1, 2018 in an effort to maintain a healthy ecosystem.

In addition to these recently announced initiatives, Hyatt's global environmental preservation portfolio includes minimizing and diverting food waste, responsibly sourcing of products, and reducing water and energy consumption.

Yeouido Marriott offering unlimited wine buffet

Park Cafe, the contemporary restaurant at the Seoul Marriott Executive Apartments, presents a Summer in the Glass package allowing guests unlimited wine with semi-buffet menu.

Under the 60,500 won ($54) promotion, guests have eight options for wine and 30 different types of food are served from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., every Thursday evening.

The promotion includes a sparkling wine with Green Castelvetrano olives, summer BBQ skewers and sweet wine sorbet.

For reservations and inquires, call (02) 2090-8050.

Le Meridien presents lounges for children

The Le Meridien has launched special limited-edition lounges to entertain kids in summer.

Seeking to become Seoul's top family lifestyle destination this season, the property provides a rooftop Kid's Water Pool and the Kids' Play, a unique space where child's play becomes art. The latter is open to children aged seven and below.

The new facilities will be available until Sept. 2.

The admission fees for the Kid's Water Pool are 50,000 won ($44) per child and 25,000 won per adult. Guests of the hotel's Summer Experience Family package can use the Kids' Play for free, but other guests are charged 30,000 per child.

For inquiries and reservations, call (02) 3451-8114.