D.Bridge Colour Avenue
A pool in a resort’s villa wouldn’t seem out of place, yet when offered as part of a suite in a downtown hotel, it illustrates the property’s efforts to offer an unusual and decadent stay.
At Glad Live Gangnam, the sister hotel of Glad Hotel Yeouido and latest Design Hotels member, guests staying at the Glad Pool Suite or Live Pool Suite enjoy access to their own mini pools, complete with a small sitting area, an LED television and Bang & Olufsen speakers for the ultimate in-room pool party experience.
Over at the Glad House Suite, one might mistake it for a mini museum with its collection of contemporary art objects curated by Daelim Museum, Korea’s first photography musuem.
Minimalist and clean lines permeate the remaining rooms and suites in the 210-property, which appeals to both leisure and business travellers with its convenient locale in Gangnam near to COEX, the largest underground shopping center in Asia, and Garosu-gil and Apgujeong, two of the trendiest districts in Seoul.
At the hotel’s public space, guests will be greeted by a sprawling multi-level dining and entertainment concept with the restaurant, bar and lounge deliberately layered in an open design over three stories, anchored by an impressive four-metre-tall chandelier that houses hidden speakers and coloured lighting.
Guests can take their pick from the mod-European restaurant Flint, defined by gold accents and marble furniture, wind down at the casual brunch and bar, Powerplant, which specialises in burgers, pizzas and tacos, or people watch at upscale lounge bar, D.Bridge Colour Avenue.
Party on-site at the hotel’s after-hours club D.Star, which opens from 11:30pm until 10am every Friday and Saturday. With a renowned Korean talent, DJ Komodo, as its star, the bustling club is a popular drop-in spot for locals and visitors alike.
Rates start from USD$120.