"Dangdangi Also Big Spenders on Hotel Vacations"…Hotel Industry Continues to Launch Gourmet Products for Pets

Conrad Seoul 'Petmilication Package'.

[Asia Economy Reporter Yuri Kim] Luxury hotels that had early on targeted the 'petfam' demographic with pet-friendly staycation packages are now focusing on enhancing dining services for dogs. They are offering a variety of products ranging from healthy desserts for dogs made by hotel pastry chefs to dog room service, minibars, and afternoon tea sets.

The domestic pet population in Korea is about 15 million, which corresponds to one in every four people. Recently, the awareness of 'Pet Humanization,' which regards pets as family members, has been spreading, leading to continuous growth in the related market. According to the Korea Rural Economic Institute, the domestic pet industry grew from about 2 trillion won in 2017 to approximately 3.4 trillion won in 2020. Notably, about 45% of this is the pet food market, which reached a size of 1.3 trillion won domestically as of 2020.

Paradise Hotel Busan has launched a dog dessert called 'Pet Cake,' created through collaboration between veterinarians and hotel pastry chefs. This customized cake considers the health characteristics of the dog; when making a reservation, customers submit an order form including basic information about the dog, allergy status, and health concerns, and it is provided along with health comments from a veterinarian. The ingredients are carefully selected human-grade materials safe for human consumption. The cakes are sold in two types: the 'Sea Cake,' representing the Haeundae sea, and the 'Character Cake,' which expresses the dog's personality. Pet Cakes are sold at the boutique bakery on the first floor of the main building and can be reserved by visiting or calling at least three days before the desired purchase date. The price is 58,000 won each.

Conrad Seoul offers a 'Petmilication' package for guests staying with their dogs, equipped with premium pet supplies in the room. Guests can order room service featuring handmade dog cakes and steaks made from beef, salmon, and chicken breast, prepared directly by the hotel chef to dine with their dogs in the room. A welcome amenity kit consisting of limited-edition dog toys and treats is also provided, and the room is furnished with items to support the dog's rest, such as a Kobo bed, food bowl, dig step, and potty pad. This package is available year-round and is priced at 500,000 won (for 2 adults and 1 dog, excluding tax).

Grand Josun Busan has introduced the 'Meongcance' package. In pet-exclusive rooms where dogs are allowed to stay, the hotel provides a dog bed and mat, slide stairs, and a 'Dengdengi-only minibar' stocked with various snacks so that dogs can enjoy a comfortable rest. Dog strollers, cage bags, harnesses, and leashes are also available for rent. The Meongcance package, available throughout the year, starts at 335,000 won (for 2 adults and 1 dog, excluding tax).

Sonopet Club & Resort Goyang’s pet cafe & restaurant 'Thinking Dog' offers a 'Pet Afternoon Tea Set' year-round. The set includes five types of pet-exclusive desserts such as beef carob roll slice cake, spinach cheese dog macaron, banana brownie, berry berry donut, and blue coco donut, served with a 'Mongpuccino' made from vanilla-flavored pet milk, all presented on tableware used by the British royal family. Owners can enjoy six types of sweet desserts along with five types of savory dishes, perfect as a meal substitute. The set for one person and one pet costs 35,000 won, and the set for two people and two pets costs 58,000 won.

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