Hotel Exterior

This is the exterior of the Hyatt hotel. It is located in the Shin-Jeju area, which can be reached in about 15 minutes by car from Jeju International Airport. The hotel is relatively new, having opened in December 2020.

Shin-Jeju is a modern district lined with many hotels.

Exterior View Above the 8th Floor

This is the exterior of the hotel as seen from the sky garden located on the rooftop of an adjacent structure (at the height of the 8th floor of the 38-story tower building). What you see here is the portion of the hotel from the 8th to the 38th floor.

Hotel Entrance

This is the entrance to the front lobby on the first floor of the Grand Hyatt.

Front Lobby

This is the front lobby on the first floor. The front desk is located on the left side.

Front Desk

This is the front desk.

Front Desk Ceiling

This is the decorative ceiling above the front desk.

Front Desk and “Flower Harubang”

The statue on the right is called the “Flower Harubang,” created by a Korean artist based on the Dol Hareubang, a symbol of Jeju Island (meaning “stone grandfather”).

Dol Hareubang statues are traditionally placed at village entrances and serve both as guardian figures and objects of spiritual significance. They can be compared to Shisa statues in Okinawa or Jizo statues in Japan.

“Flower Harubang”

This is the “Flower Harubang” (flower grandfather), made entirely from a variety of flowers.

At the Foot of the “Flower Harubang” (1)

Around the base of the large Flower Harubang, there are many smaller, colorful Harubang figures in red, blue, and other colors, along with small cows and flowers.

A plaque indicates that these were created by an artist named Brave Cho.

At the Foot of the “Flower Harubang” (2)

At the base of the Flower Harubang, there are many small Harubang figures, animals, and flower ornaments. They have a very charming and cute appearance.

Lobby Artworks

This is also part of the first-floor lobby, where you can enjoy various art pieces.

Christmas Tree

A Christmas tree decorated with many small lights.

Sofa Area

This is the sofa seating area on the first floor.

Floor Guide

This is the floor directory.

1st Floor Elevator Hall

This is the elevator hall on the first floor.

Elevators to Guest Rooms

This is the elevator hall for accessing the guest room floors (9th–37th).

Entrance to Elevator Hall

This is the entrance to the elevator hall on the first floor.

8th Floor Elevator Hall (1)

This is the elevator hall on the 8th floor, which provides access to the sky garden.

8th Floor Elevator Hall (2)

This is another view of the elevator hall on the 8th floor leading to the sky garden.

38th Floor Sofa Seating

This is the sofa seating area on the top (38th) floor.

Christmas Tree on the 38th Floor

This is the Christmas tree located on the top (38th) floor.

Entrance

This is the entrance area of the room. There is a walk-in closet.

Living Area

The living area is spacious, featuring a sofa, a lounge chair, and a dining table.

Bed

A stylish bed.

Bathroom

This is the bathroom. A large, soft white mat is placed on the floor, making it comfortable even when barefoot.

There are two washbasins, which makes it very convenient to use.

Amenities

These are the bathroom amenities. Products by BARMAN PARIS are provided.

Wash Area

This is the wash area. It is spacious, allowing you to get ready comfortably.

Bathtub

This is the bathtub.

Bathroom View

This is the bathroom as seen from the bedroom area.

Dining Table and Mirror

There is a mirror next to the dining table.

Slippers

These are the slippers provided by the hotel.

Tea Service Shelf and Refrigerator

This is the tea service shelf and refrigerator.

Tea is provided in tea bags, and coffee can be made using the machine.

Items in the refrigerator are charged separately.

Drink Price List

This is the price list for drinks in the refrigerator. (Unit: KRW)

Spacious Outdoor Deck

This is the terrace (sky garden) accessible from the 8th floor.

It is a large space covering 4,290 square meters.

Heated Pool (1)

There is also a heated pool located further inside the sky garden.

I visited in December, but it was still open for swimming. In summer, this pool area is probably quite lively.

Heated Pool (2)

This is another view of the heated pool.

Since swimming is allowed, there was a lifeguard on duty, wearing a white down coat.

Jacuzzi

This is the jacuzzi. It appears to be a heated one.

Another Heated Pool

This is another heated pool.

Garden at Night

At night, the area is beautifully illuminated, allowing guests to relax, play, or even swim.

Outdoor Pool in the Morning

This is a morning view of the sky garden.

Four Breakfast Venues

There are four breakfast venues available.

This is the restaurant on the 4th floor that serves traditional Korean breakfast.

Breakfast Venue on the 8th Floor

This is the casual buffet restaurant on the 8th floor.

38th Floor Restaurant – Menu

I decided to have breakfast at the restaurant on the top (38th) floor, which serves a Korean set menu.

I checked the Japanese menu displayed on a screen. You can choose one main dish from five options and one side dish from three options.

38th Floor Restaurant

This is the Korean set breakfast restaurant on the 38th floor.

38th Floor Restaurant – Tables

I went early in the morning, so there were no other guests yet.

Restaurant Interior

This is the view of the breakfast venue from my table.

It is quite spacious.

Artwork

This is an artwork displayed on the restaurant wall.

Decorative Objects

Various decorative items displayed along the wall.

Korean Breakfast Set

This is the Jeju abalone rice bowl breakfast set.

Jeju Island is famous for its abundant abalone.

Abalone Rice Bowl

This is the abalone rice bowl.

It is topped with seaweed and green onions.

Spicy Seafood Ramen (Additional Order)

After finishing the abalone rice and soup, I ordered spicy seafood ramen as an additional dish. It contains a variety of seafood.

Steamed Rice

The spicy seafood ramen was a bit hot, so I had some plain rice as well.

Fruit and Orange Juice

Fruit and orange juice served after the meal.

Mandarins are also one of Jeju’s specialties.

Fruit

Enjoying fruit while taking in the view from the 38th floor.

Hand Towels and Sanitizing Wipes

These are hand towels and alcohol sanitizing wipes.

View from the 38th Floor

After breakfast, I spent some time enjoying the view from the 38th floor.