Lotte Hotels & Resorts Unveils a Heritage‑Inspired Travel Pass for International Guests

Seoul, 14 September 2026 – South Korea’s biggest hotel operator, Lotte Hotels & Resorts, has just rolled out something that feels a bit like a souvenir, a bit like a passport. The new LOTTE HOTEL REWARDS Exclusive Travel Pass bundles a one‑night accommodation with two limited‑edition T‑money transit cards, each designed like a tiny piece of Korean art.

Those cards aren’t just pretty; they’re functional. The T‑money system is the country’s go‑to prepaid card for subways, buses, taxis, and even corner stores. Lotte’s version comes pre‑loaded with 3,000 KRW (roughly US $2) so guests can hop on a train the moment they step out of the lobby.

The design story is where the charm really shines. One side of each card flaunts jagae – the iridescent mother‑of‑pearl inlay that has graced Korean lacquerware for centuries. The other side carries the sipjangsaeng, the ten symbols of longevity – cranes, deer, pine trees, tortoises and more – all wishes for a long, happy life. And, just for good measure, the silhouette of the LOTTE World Tower, Korea’s tallest building, peeks out from the background.

Beyond the cards, the package hands out a handful of goodies that stretch across Lotte’s empire. Guests enjoy dining credits at hotel bakeries and lounges, a membership boost at LOTTE Duty Free, discounted entry to LOTTE World, and shopping perks at LOTTE Mart stores nationwide.

The pass is on offer at ten of Lotte’s flagship properties: The Grand LOTTE Seoul, LOTTE Hotel World, LOTTE Hotel Busan, the L7 boutique hotels in Myeongdong, Hongdae, Gangnam and Haeundae, plus LOTTE City Hotels in Myeongdong, Jeju and Guro. It’s a deal aimed at international members of the LOTTE HOTEL REWARDS programme – and good news, the membership itself costs nothing.

Reservations are open now and will run through 29 December 2026, with stays permitted up until 31 December 2026. Interested travelers can book straight from the official Lotte Hotels website or the mobile app, under the “Special Offers” tab.

In short, if you’re planning a quick Korean getaway and want a dash of culture tucked into your pocket, this limited‑edition pass might just be the perfect ticket.