New voco Hotel in Myeongdong: Annyeonghaseyo!

IHG’s Second voco Hotel Opens in South Korea

IHG Hotels & Resorts has opened voco Seoul Myeongdong in Myeongdong, a busy area known for shopping and business. This is the second voco hotel in South Korea, following voco Seoul Gangnam, which opened in 2022. With its personal touches and Korean influences, voco Seoul Myeongdong is an ideal place to start exploring the Myeongdong district.

Martijn Sax, General Manager, voco Seoul Myeongdong, said: “We are thrilled to open our doors in the heart of the bustling Myeongdong district and welcome guests to experience the voco life. The property is inspired by Myeongdong’s dynamic streets and the precinct’s distinctive personality – inviting guests to immerse in the brand’s playful nature and enjoy delightful, uplifting voco experiences provided by our thoughtful hosts, ensuring that every stay is as memorable as the city itself.”

Upon check-in, guests will be greeted with a signature voco welcome treat representative of the local area. At voco Seoul Myeongdong, guests will enjoy the traditional Korean dasik—a confectionary prepared by the hotel’s pastry chef made of locally sourced pumpkin and red beans. With red beans symbolising luck and protection, the Pumpkin & Red Bean Dasik represents the hotel’s wish for a safe and enjoyable journey for its guests and is encouraged to be paired with the array of traditional Korean tea available in guestrooms.

Located near cultural landmarks like Gyeongbokgong Palace and Namsan Tower, traditional markets like Namdaemun Traditional Market, and luxury department stores, voco Seoul Myeongdong is well-positioned to provide guests with the opportunity to explore the city and soak in the vibrant culture of Seoul. The hotel’s 576 guestrooms and suites offer views of Seoul’s contemporary cityscape or panoramic views of the Namsan Tower. These rooms pamper guests with well-deserved “me time,” where they can disconnect, lounge in bedding, and savour the fresh air through their windows, given the hotel’s proximity to the Namsan Mountain. Additional amenities include a 24-hour fitness centre, an indoor swimming pool, and a children’s pool.

The hotel’s all-day dining restaurant features a buffet with seasonal ingredients, introducing guests to authentic flavours. Guests can look forward to culinary “voco life” moments through social and intimate dining experiences that blend Korean and international cuisine. The hotel also offers a function hall for up to 220 guests and four meeting room spaces with natural daylight through floor-to-ceiling windows, the latest AV tech, and contemporary interiors – suitable for mid-scale conferences, events, and meetings. Guests can also choose to include club access and benefits into their stay, including exclusive access to the hotel’s Club Lounge, complimentary breakfast, and evening cocktails under the twinkling lights of Seoul’s cityscape.

Voco Hotels started in 2018 and is one of the fastest-growing brands of IHG Hotels & Resorts. There are currently 77 voco hotels open, with plans for 80 more locations. Voco Seoul Myeongdong follows a “step-by-step” approach to sustainability. It focuses on small actions that can make a big difference. This includes using pillows and duvet fillings made from recycled materials and offering bulk plant-based amenities.