Located in the centre of Seoul, the Mt. Namsan Tower rises over Korea’s capital. Here amid the lush greenery and with panoramic views towards the sprawling urban landscape is the exclusive Banyan Tree Club & Spa Seoul. Just an 11-minute drive from Seoul Tower and the historic shopping district of Dongdaemun, the resort covers 70,000 square meters and guarantees a relaxing respite from the city’s frenzied pace.  Housed in what was once the Tower Hotel building that was crafted in 1967—the Banyan Tree in-house design firm Architrave remodelled it taking inspiration from the oriental elements of water, fire, metal, wood, and earth. The results are breathtaking and the hotel draws many Korean celebrities. The rooms have plush furnishings in sophisticated, neutral colours with Korean influences. There are only 110 rooms which ensure an intimate, luxurious feel. Windows span the entire room to maximise on views of Namsan Tower and Park and of the cityscape below, some rooms have private plunge pools.

The hotel’s extensive fitness facilities are frequented by the city’s elite. Traditional bathhouses play an integral role in Korean spa culture and you can find an exclusive facility here, with three pools of varying temperatures, a herbal sauna, an aroma steam room and an ice fountain. There’s a driving range, tennis court, basketball court and soccer field too. The luxury hotel enjoys numerous food choices, from pan-Asian cuisine at Granum Dining Lounge, to cocktails and snacks at The Festa Bistro & Bar.