Marriott International has planted its second Autograph Collection flag in Seoul with the opening of RYSE in Hongdae.
“Autograph Collection Hotels is growing in lockstep with global demand from travellers for independent hotels and individual experiences when travelling: from dining to design,” said Mike Fulkerson, vice president, brand & marketing Asia Pacific, Marriott International.
“With every touchpoint thoughtfully-crafted and guest experience personally-curated, RYSE is the perfect addition to the collection; and we are thrilled to introduce it as the brand's second hotel in the ever-evolving city of Seoul.”
Designed by Michaelis Boyd, RYSE features 272 guest rooms including 14 suites, each designed to highlight a distinctive art piece from an exclusive collection for the hotel. The Artist Suites, customised to reflect the youth culture of Hongdae, feature touches by creative minds that include fine art photographer Laurent Segretier and collage artist Charles Munka, Seoul based sculptor Yeojoo Park, and multimedia storyteller Maekan.
“By partnering with some of the world's most creative visionaries, we are offering an ‘exactly like nothing else’ hotel and cultural experience that could only happen in Seoul,” said Jaisun Ihm, general manager.
The hotel features Thai street food gourmet restaurant Long Chim by chef David Thompson of the Michelin-starred Nahm; Tartine from San Francisco; and rooftop bar and lounge Side Note Club. There is also an almost-500 sqm of flagship retail featuring boutique streetwear that marry high fashion with street culture and art.