Hotel Lobby

By Jun Ji-hye

Millennium Hilton Seoul runs outdoor BBQ buffet

The Oak Room, Millennium Hilton Seoul's traditional English-style pub, began running its popular outdoor BBQ buffet, May 1, which enables visitors to relax with friends, colleagues or family in a picturesque garden setting while enjoying fresh air and great food.

The BBQ buffet is offered from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., and diners will be able to receive unlimited refills of beer or wine while they feast.

A lunch buffet is also now available from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. with unlimited soft drink.

The BBQ buffet is priced at 38,000 won ($31) per person for lunch and 54,000 won for dinner.

The buffet includes assorted charcuterie, seasonal garden green mixed salad, German potato salad, Mediterranean salad, vegetable samosas, green mussel gratin, Korean-style spicy fried chicken, marinated spicy sous-vide pork chop, lamb shoulder, smoked pork belly sous-vide and more.

The Oak Room features a patio with a breath-taking view of the garden and koi pond.

Offering a wide selection of international beers and cocktails as well as a tempting menu items, the Oak Room will offer a chance to unwind after work with colleagues, or enjoying a casual meal with friends and family.

The BBQ buffet will be available only during weekdays except public holidays.

Seoul Dragon City present “Us in the Picture Episode II” promotion

Seoul Dragon City is running the “Us in the Picture Episode II” promotion for couples seeking for a more memorable time together.

The promotion, prepared by King's Vacation, the property's luxury bar on the 31st floor, offers two glasses of a signature cocktail and five kinds of special bruschetta. The hotel will also take a photo of couples with a Polaroid camera.

Visitors can choose two out of 11 kinds of King's Vacation's signature cocktails including “Make it Count” and “Beauty Ade,” while the bruschetta features salmon, mushroom, caprese, cranberry and prosciutto.

The promotion is priced at 75,000 won.

“We decided to present the Us in the Picture Episode II promotion as the same event which was carried out last year received enthusiastic responses from visitors,” a Seoul Dragon City official said. “We hope couples will be able to make unforgettable memories at King's Vacation that offers nice views of the Han River and Mount Nam.”

Hilton Busan opens infinity pool

Hilton Busan has opened its infinity pool that boasts a unique ocean view, April 29.

The hotel's main outdoor pool (40 meters long and 18.5 meters wide) is located along the shoreline, allowing guests to enjoy a view of the open sea while swimming.

Guests can also rest on sunbeds that surround the pool, while those who with children can enjoy time at a separate kids' pool nearby.

Hilton Busan is equipped with three pools ―- one indoor and two outdoor.

The hotel said it is preparing to open another outdoor pool for adults only in the upcoming summer.

The adult-only pool is located on the second floor, offering a more private and quiet atmosphere.

The indoor pool, called McQueen's Pool, is located on the 10th floor.

The different locations of the pools allow visitors to enjoy the panoramic seascape from various angles, the hotel noted, adding that the three pools in a hotel were unprecedented before its opening in Gijang County on the outskirts of the port city of Busan.

“Busan has become a popular travel destination as people have been unable to go on overseas trips due to the COVID-19 pandemic,” a Hilton Busan official said, adding that even visitors who do not like swimming can enjoy the seascape in various hotel facilities, including restaurants, bars and lounges and the grand ballroom.

Hilton Busan is 36 kilometers from Gimhae International Airport and 25 kilometers from Busan Station.