The opening of Hotel Naru Seoul – MGallery Ambassador marks the first property under the MGallery Hotel Collection in South Korea.
The 196-key Hotel Naru Seoul – MGallery Ambassador was designed to reflect the unique character of the Mapo-gu district, which have drawn artists, poets, and painters for generations. It is located within a few minutes’ walk from the Mapo Food Culture Streets and Subway Station.
Before entering the hotel, art lovers can spend a moment admiring a giant sculpture, The Present of the Century, by local artist Jeonghwa Choi, which tells the inspiring stories of hope and love. Upon arriving in the lobby on the 20th floor, guests are welcomed by another large cascading aluminium art installation, Airy Navigation, by the artist Haegyu Yang, reminiscent of Mapo’s history as a historic port location.
The modern exterior features glass panels that look out across Seoul’s skyline, presenting sweeping views of the river. Built to minimise carbon footprint with biophilic design, the hotel has also been certified as a Green Building.
“Each MGallery hotel has a strong identity with a singular design that is steeped in the stories of each location. Hotel Naru Seoul – MGallery Ambassador has been authored by its surroundings and history, so it will become more than just a place to stay but an outstanding story to be lived. We are excited to offer an inspiring hotel journey that will leave passionate explorers with memorable moments at our first MGallery hotel in South Korea,” said Garth Simmons, CEO of Accor Southeast Asia, Japan and South Korea.
Hotel Naru Seoul – MGallery Ambassador offers five F&B options:
• Restaurant Voisin, a French bistro specialising in dry-aged grilled meats
• Bar Voisin, a unique bar concept designed to resemble a traditional Asian pharmacy, serving up herb-laced cocktails
• The Lounge & Deck with a selection of locally harvested tea, handcrafted coffee and wine
• The Pool Bar located by the infinity pool offering refreshing drinks and light bites
• Mapo Eight, a café offering freshly baked pastries, freshly brewed coffee, and fresh juices along the Han river
The hotel has two pools — an infinity pool and a 25m indoor swimming pool with floor to ceiling windows. There’s also a fitness centre and sauna. Outside the hotel, guests can find the the Mapo Hangang-Gil trail road ideal for running or bicycling along the Han River.
Flexible spaces for meetings and events can be found on the hotel’s second floor, featuring a ballroom equipped with a large-sized media wall.