Modernist coastal beacon
A dramatic white geometric tower nestled in coastal pine groves, where floor-to-ceiling glass and light-flooded lounges frame the East Sea.
“The building’s restrained profile, which equips rooms with floating balconies and preserves guests’ privacy with articulated planes, creates a dramatic silhouette...”
What it’s good at
Remarkable
Pritzker-winner Richard Meier crafted a geometric white tower with floating balconies and expansive sea-facing glazing.
Notable
Attentive coastal hospitality, private ocean-view balconies, and serene rooms overlooking Gyeongpo Lake and the East Sea.
Notable
A year-round heated infinity pool, hydrotherapy thermal baths, dry and wet saunas, and an ocean-view gym.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Also in Wallpaper*.
Natural light, abundant in a coastal setting such as this, is the predominant flavor of the SEAMARQ’s atmosphere.
Somewhere quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Set between Gyeongpo Lake and the sandy curve of Gyeongpo Beach, walking paths wind down through hillside pine groves to the coast.
The rooms
Minimalist interiors in granite and pale wood open onto private floating balconies that frame sunrise views over the water.
The infinity pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The heated outdoor infinity pool stretches along a teak deck, looking out over the open East Sea.
The gym and spa
Treadmills in the fitness center look straight across the sea, and the thermal suite adds hydrotherapy baths and saunas.
At the table
The Restaurant serves local seafood and Korean classics, and The Lounge pours cocktails as the sun sets over the water.
How it began
Rebuilt on the site of the historic Hyundai Hotel Gyeongpodae, the property was completely reimagined ahead of the 2018 Winter Olympics.
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.