Luxury hotel firm JW Marriott has opened a new resort called JW Marriott Jeju Resort & Spa, in Seogwipo, Jeju, South Korea.
Located on a cliffside within an hour’s drive from the Jeju international airport, the new resort provides views of the volcanic coastlines of Jeju island.
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The resort’s design was provided by luxury hotel designer Bill Bensley and is inspired by traditional island life and the natural beauty of the island.
The Jeju Resort & Spa is connected to Route 7 of the island’s famous walking path Olle Trail, which overlooks the ocean.
JW Marriott vice president and global brand leader Bruce Rohr said: “We are delighted to introduce the JW Marriott brand to Jeju island, one of South Korea’s most beautiful holiday destinations with its unique culture, history and traditions, as well as its spectacular UNESCO World heritage-listed natural attractions.
“JW Marriott Jeju Resort & Spa is an architectural masterpiece that exists in harmonious balance with its natural surroundings, and we are confident that this new opening will set a new benchmark for luxury resort offerings in the country.”
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By GlobalDataThe resort has 197 guest rooms, including 28 suites. Each standard deluxe room features a separate powder room spread across 45m² (484ft²).
The suite rooms are designed to be more spacious with each room having an area spanning 92m² (990ft²).
Selected rooms are installed with large marble bathtubs that can accommodate two people.
The resort also provides five different culinary experiences. The Island Kitchen all-day dining restaurant offers yellowtail tuna, Jeju black pork, and dishes prepared from locally produced vegetables.
The remaining four dining areas at the resort include The Flying Hog, The Lounge, Yeoumul, and Bar Botan.
The Flying Hog is a signature BBQ and rotisserie restaurant while Yeoumul is a Jeju-style omakase restaurant. The Lounge offers speciality coffees, high tea, and items such as lemons, carrots, green barley, and peanuts. Guests can also enjoy cocktails in an outdoor area on the terrace of The Lounge. Bar Botan is located on the hotel’s poolside and offers local beer and signature items such as lobster tartine and Jeju octopus, and caviar tartine.
JW Marriott Jeju Resort & Spa general manager Douglas Kim said: “JW Marriott Jeju Resort & Spa is setting new benchmarks in modern resort design and service with luxury amenities, signature programming, and immersive experiences that will showcase the finest of Jeju to visitors.
“We look forward to welcoming our guests to find nourishment in mind, body, and spirit in one of South Korea’s most beautiful holiday destinations.”
The company also operates a five-star hotel in the Gangnam District in Seoul. JW Marriott Hotel Seoul offers 379 guest rooms, including two penthouses and 32 suites with signature amenities and scenic views of the city.
