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An interior view of the whiskey and wine bar, radiating a luxurious ambiance. An interior view of the whiskey and wine bar, radiating a luxurious ambiance.

Genesis Lounge Genesis Lounge

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A side view of a whiskey and wine bar interior, where curved and linear ceiling designs blend harmoniously within an elegant, upscale ambiance. A side view of a whiskey and wine bar interior, where curved and linear ceiling designs blend harmoniously within an elegant, upscale ambiance.
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Owner's
Private Lounge

Owner's
Private Lounge

Introducing the Genesis Lounge — a private sanctuary reserved exclusively for owners of most prestigious Genesis flagship models. Overlooking the scenic views of Namsan and Yeong Bin Gwan, the lounge offers a serene atmosphere imbued with the elegance of Korean essence. Experience the thoughtful hospitality of Genesis, carefully curated just for you.

Introducing the Genesis Lounge — a private sanctuary reserved exclusively for owners of most prestigious Genesis flagship models. Overlooking the scenic views of Namsan and Yeong Bin Gwan, the lounge offers a serene atmosphere imbued with the elegance of Korean essence. Experience the thoughtful hospitality of Genesis, carefully curated just for you.

Inspired by the Korean concept of “TUH” — a place of presence and meaning — the Genesis lounge reimagines the organic flow of traditional Korean architecture through a modern lens. From the bar and open dining hall that welcome you at the entrance, to the seamlessly connected private dining room and sound room, each space evokes the spirit of a madang — the open courtyard at the heart of Korean living. Inspired by the Korean concept of “TUH” — a place of presence and meaning— the Genesis lounge reimagines the organic flow of traditional Korean architecture through a modern lens. From the bar and open dining hall that welcome you at the entrance, to the seamlessly connected private dining room and sound room, each space evokes the spirit of a madang — the open courtyard at the heart of Korean living.

  • Private Dining Room Private Dining Room

    A meeting room with a colorful patterned table, surrounded by multiple chairs
    Set around a dining table inspired by traditional jogakbo patchwork, this private space offers an intimate setting for meaningful moments. Take in the graceful view of Yeong Bin Gwan through the window as you enjoy a refined dining experience unique to the Genesis Lounge. Set around a dining table inspired by traditional jogakbo patchwork, this private space offers an intimate setting for meaningful moments. Take in the graceful view of Yeong Bin Gwan through the window as you enjoy a refined dining experience unique to the Genesis Lounge.
    A meeting room with a colorful patterned table, surrounded by multiple chairs A meeting room with a colorful patterned table, surrounded by multiple chairs

  • Open Dining Hall Open Dining Hall

    An open-concept space featuring large windows and framed artwork, with stylishly arranged mini tables and elegant sofas.
    Much like the madang—the courtyard at the heart of a traditional Korean home where lively moments and warm gatherings unfold—this space is designed to offer a sense of comfort, joy, and presence. Rooted in the spirit of Korean hospitality that honors each guest with sincerity, the Genesis Lounge becomes a place for your most meaningful moments. Much like the madang—the courtyard at the heart of a traditional Korean home where lively moments and warm gatherings unfold—this space is designed to offer a sense of comfort, joy, and presence. Rooted in the spirit of Korean hospitality that honors each guest with sincerity, the Genesis Lounge becomes a place for your most meaningful moments.
    An open-concept space featuring large windows and framed artwork, with stylishly arranged mini tables and elegant sofas. An open-concept space featuring large windows and framed artwork, with stylishly arranged mini tables and elegant sofas.

  • Single Malt Whisky Bar Single Malt Whisky Bar

    Behind the bar, shelves are lined with whiskey bottles and wine glasses, with two large windows visible in the background.
    Enjoy a curated selection of single malt whiskies and fine wines, served in carefully chosen glassware to enhance every note, nuance, and aroma. From the bar, take in the ever-changing seasonal views of Namsan while savoring the richness of each pour — in taste, scent, and color. Enjoy a curated selection of single malt whiskies and fine wines, served in carefully chosen glassware to enhance every note, nuance, and aroma. From the bar, take in the ever-changing seasonal views of Namsan while savoring the richness of each pour — in taste, scent, and color.
    Behind the bar, shelves are lined with whiskey bottles and wine glasses, with two large windows visible in the background. Behind the bar, shelves are lined with whiskey bottles and wine glasses, with two large windows visible in the background.

  • Sound Room Sound Room

    In a cozy room, two plush chairs and a table sit facing a large window, flanked by speakers on either side
    Immerse yourself in a curated music experience, delivered through state-of-the-art metal speakers designed by Korea’s renowned sound master, Yu Guk-il — exclusively for the Genesis Lounge. With precision engineering and obsessive attention to detail, this space reflects the refined lifestyle of Genesis flagship owners, offering immersive music in its purest form. Immerse yourself in a curated music experience, delivered through state-of-the-art metal speakers designed by Korea’s renowned sound master, Yu Guk-il — exclusively for the Genesis Lounge. With precision engineering and obsessive attention to detail, this space reflects the refined lifestyle of Genesis flagship owners, offering immersive music in its purest form.
    In a cozy room, two plush chairs and a table sit facing a large window, flanked by speakers on either side In a cozy room, two plush chairs and a table sit facing a large window, flanked by speakers on either side
F&B Program

dining experience in Bloom with
Seasonal Flavors

dining experience in Bloom
with Seasonal Flavors

Experience a refined, contemporary interpretation of traditional Korean ingredients at the Genesis Lounge. From our Genesis Dining Course to curated wine and whisky tastings, each offering is crafted with heartfelt hospitality. Awaken your senses with a harmonious seasonal menu.

Exquisitely plated steak and traditional Korean cuisine in a refined, upscale setting.
Exquisitely plated steak and traditional Korean cuisine in a refined, upscale setting.
Complementary tea and traditional sweets are offered at the Genesis Lounge, featuring Genesis’ signature tea selection, Ogam-Cha and Gadeun-Cha. To enhance your culinary experience, the lounge follows a corkage-free policy for wine and whisky. Complementary tea and traditional sweets are offered at the Genesis Lounge, featuring Genesis’ signature tea selection, Ogam-Cha and Gadeun-Cha. To enhance your culinary experience, the lounge follows a corkage-free policy for wine and whisky.
*Tea and traditional sweets are offered free of charge,
while all other dining and beverage programs are available at an additional cost.
*Corkage is complimentary for wine and whisky only. *Tea and traditional sweets are offered free of charge,
while all other dining and beverage programs are available at an additional cost.
*Corkage is complimentary for wine and whisky only.

FOOD & BEVERAGE PROGRAM

FOOD & BEVERAGE PROGRAM

  • A white plate arranged with grilled Korean beef, seasonal fish dishes, pot-cooked rice, Pohangcho dumplings, and desserts.
  • An a la carte menu of Korean food, neatly presented on white plates.
  • A whisky glass accompanied by three bite-sized small bites, artfully aligned in harmony.
  • A traditional white and black teacups on a plate, with luxurious refreshments on a flower-shaped saucer.
  • Seasonal grilled fish, Pohangcho dumplings, desserts, and other dishes served alongside champagne, white wine, and red wine.

  • Rooted in traditional Korean cuisine, this Genesis Dining Course reinterprets ingredients with a contemporary touch. Experience freshness and depth of flavor through a sensorial and elegant dining journey, guided by a refined interpretation.

    Rooted in traditional Korean cuisine, this Genesis Dining Course reinterprets ingredients with a contemporary touch. Experience freshness and depth of flavor through a sensorial and elegant dining journey, guided by a refined interpretation.

    A white plate arranged with grilled Korean beef, seasonal fish dishes, pot-cooked rice, Pohangcho dumplings, and desserts.

  • Discover Chef's Plates rooted in Korean cuisine, showcasing the care and sensibility of Genesis — accompanied by a selection of small bites designed for seamless pairing. Explore deeper flavor and pleasure through these refined selections.

    Discover Chef's Plates rooted in Korean cuisine, showcasing the care and sensibility of Genesis — accompanied by a selection of small bites designed for seamless pairing. Explore deeper flavor and pleasure through these refined selections.

    An a la carte menu of Korean food, neatly presented on white plates.

  • Enjoy a curated tasting of three premium whiskies or wines, selected by our professional sommelier and paired with small bites. Experience a moment of sophistication through the thoughtful harmony of flavor and aroma.

    Enjoy a curated tasting of three premium whiskies or wines, selected by our professional sommelier and paired with small bites. Experience a moment of sophistication through the thoughtful harmony of flavor and aroma.

    A whisky glass accompanied by three bite-sized small bites, artfully aligned in harmony.

  • Savor a thoughtfully prepared tea course accompanied by small bites, allowing you to fully embrace each tea’s depth of flavor and aroma. From the serene moment your tea begins to steep to the lingering finish that follows, immerse yourself in a sensorial experience designed just for you.

    Savor a thoughtfully prepared tea course accompanied by small bites, allowing you to fully embrace each tea’s depth of flavor and aroma. From the serene moment your tea begins to steep to the lingering finish that follows, immerse yourself in a sensorial experience designed just for you.

    A traditional white and black teacups on a plate, with luxurious refreshments on a flower-shaped saucer.

  • Enhance your dining experience with a curated wine pairing, thoughtfully selected by our professional sommelier to complement the Genesis Dining Course. As the menu evolves with each season, so too does the pairing — offering a harmonious, multi-sensory journey crafted to awaken every sense.

    Enhance your dining experience with a curated wine pairing, thoughtfully selected by our professional sommelier to complement the Genesis Dining Course. As the menu evolves with each season, so too does the pairing — offering a harmonious, multi-sensory journey crafted to awaken every sense.

    Seasonal grilled fish, Pohangcho dumplings, desserts, and other dishes served alongside champagne, white wine, and red wine.
Explore the Lounge Menu
A cozy room adorned with speakers on either side, featuring a plush armchair and a vase gracefully placed on the table.
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Genesis Lounge
Guest Information Genesis Lounge
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A cozy room adorned with speakers on either side, featuring a plush armchair and a vase gracefully placed on the table.
  • Location Location
    Genesis Lounge, 5F, The Shilla Hotel Seoul, 249 Dongho-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea Genesis Lounge, 5F, The Shilla Hotel Seoul, 249 Dongho-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea
  • Hours of Operation Hours of Operation
    11:00 AM – 11:00 PM (Closed on the first Monday of every month) 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM (Closed on the first Monday of every month)
  • Reservation Information Reservation Information
    *Visits to the Genesis Lounge may be reserved up to one day in advance. For the Genesis Dining experience, we kindly ask that you reserve at least 7 business days in advance.
    *For same-day reservations, please contact the Genesis Lounge directly. Walk-ins are welcome; however, we recommend booking in advance to ensure the highest level of service.     *Visits to the Genesis Lounge may be reserved up to one day in advance.
    For the Genesis Dining experience, we kindly ask that you reserve at least
    7 business days in advance.
    *For same-day reservations, please contact the Genesis Lounge directly. Walk-ins are welcome; however, we recommend booking in advance to ensure the highest level of service.
    *Genesis Lounge access and reservations are exclusively available to owners of our most prestigious flagship models: G90 Black, G90 Long Wheel Base, and G90 Long Wheel Base Black.