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Accommodation near Gwanghwamun

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HanokHanok

HanokHanok

2.0 star property
0.5 km from Gwanghwamun
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (9)
"Hospitality of host, convenience and accessible to places to visit"
United States
Severino
HanokHanok
Exterior
Four Seasons Hotel Seoul

Four Seasons Hotel Seoul

5.0 star property
0.6 km from Gwanghwamun
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1007)
"Wonderful stay! "
Canada
Yu
The price is AU$794
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Four Seasons Hotel Seoul
Café
The Prima Hotel Jongno

The Prima Hotel Jongno

3.5 star property
Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 0.6 km from Gwanghwamun
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (749)
"Great staff, great breakfast"
United States
Brooks
The Prima Hotel Jongno
View from room
NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

4.0 star property
Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 0.6 km from Gwanghwamun
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2094)
"Great location in an attractive area"
United Kingdom
Ajoy
The price is AU$158
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG
Front of property
Hotel Sunbee Insadong

Hotel Sunbee Insadong

3.0 star property
Insa-dong, 0.8 km from Gwanghwamun
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1015)
"Perfect location, spacious room, clean, and modern ! "
United States
Crystal
The price is AU$234
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Hotel Sunbee Insadong
Terrace/patio
Hostel Tommy

Hostel Tommy

3.0 star property
Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 1.3 km from Gwanghwamun
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (129)
"Clean room, friendly and helpful staff. Convenient location, near trendy cafes :) Thanks Tommy for the lovely stay!! Would love to come back and stay here again when I visit Korea. "
Singapore
Berlynn Wan Yi
The price is AU$67
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Hostel Tommy
Lobby
AMID HOTEL SEOUL

AMID HOTEL SEOUL

4.0 star property
Insa-dong, 0.8 km from Gwanghwamun
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (931)
"Great location and clean rooms"
United States
Andrew
The price is AU$130
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
AMID HOTEL SEOUL
Free minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
Hotel28 Myeongdong

Hotel28 Myeongdong

3.5 star property
Myeong-dong, 1.4 km from Gwanghwamun
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1003)
"Great location, the staff was friendly and helpful, and hotel was certainly located. "
United States
Elizabeth
The price is AU$263
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Hotel28 Myeongdong
Hallway
Stayz437 Jongno

Stayz437 Jongno

3.0 star property
Insa-dong, 1 km from Gwanghwamun
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (62)
"Very convenient location. Close to main attractions by foot and subway stations close by. Had a wonderful stay."
Canada
Carla
The price is AU$80
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Stayz437 Jongno
Daily buffet breakfast (KRW 18000 per person)
Hotel Midcity Myeongdong

Hotel Midcity Myeongdong

3.5 star property
Myeong-dong, 1 km from Gwanghwamun
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (792)
"Liked everything about this hotel especially the location. "
United States
WAFA
The price is AU$155
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Hotel Midcity Myeongdong
City view
Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong

Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong

4.0 star property
Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 0.5 km from Gwanghwamun
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1129)
"Great location and friendly staffs."
Australia
SOO JUNG
The price is AU$149
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong
Front of property
Somerset Palace Seoul

Somerset Palace Seoul

4.0 star property
Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 0.4 km from Gwanghwamun
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1081)
"The hotel room was comfortable, and the staff were helpful. The hotel breakfast was also very good. The location is excellent, and very close to major cultural heritage and other tourist sites. I'd recommend this hotel to other visitors to Seoul as well."
United States
Shatrunjay
The price is AU$183
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Somerset Palace Seoul
Indoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool cabanas (surcharge)
The Westin Josun Seoul

The Westin Josun Seoul

5.0 star property
Sogong-dong, 1.3 km from Gwanghwamun
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1006)
"The staff were exceptional, very kind! Our room was clean and comfortable and the daily breakfast was good. The location was fantastic, I will stay here again."
United States
Amy
The price is AU$503
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
The Westin Josun Seoul
Bar (on property)
Lotte Hotel Seoul

Lotte Hotel Seoul

5.0 star property
Myeong-dong, 1.2 km from Gwanghwamun
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2228)
"Excellent stay. "
United States
Christina
The price is AU$491
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Lotte Hotel Seoul
Terrace/patio
Soosong Guest House - Hostel

Soosong Guest House - Hostel

2.5 star property
Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 0.5 km from Gwanghwamun
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (100)
"Great location. Close to subway. Lots of restaurant nearby. We were allowed to do early check in. We got fresh towels and free water bottles daily without even requesting. "
United States
Humbeline
The price is AU$66
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Soosong Guest House - Hostel
Deluxe Twin Room
Hanadays Jongno Gwanghwamu

Hanadays Jongno Gwanghwamu

2.0 star property
Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 0.6 km from Gwanghwamun
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (10)
"Clean and neat. Small face but doable. easy check in process. Down side are the stairs and the area doesn’t have much open late night. "
Canada
John and Alyssa
The price is AU$89
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Hanadays Jongno Gwanghwamu
4-Bedroom Apartment with Kitchen:Extra person (over 6-year-old) will be charged upon check-in | Private kitchen
Orakai Insadong Suites

Orakai Insadong Suites

4.0 star property
Insa-dong, 1 km from Gwanghwamun
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1469)
"It's good for family stay."
United States
Kwang
The price is AU$178
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Orakai Insadong Suites
Down duvets, in-room safe, individually decorated
Metro Hotel

Metro Hotel

3.5 star property
Myeong-dong, 1.3 km from Gwanghwamun
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1005)
"Overall the room is clean and staff is very friendly and helpful."
Singapore
Hwee Ling
The price is AU$159
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Metro Hotel
Fusion cuisine
Grid Inn

Grid Inn

3.0 star property
Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 1.4 km from Gwanghwamun
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1007)
"Everything was great about this hotel."
United States
Ricardo
The price is AU$102
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Grid Inn
Indoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool loungers
THE PLAZA Seoul, Autograph Collection

THE PLAZA Seoul, Autograph Collection

5.0 star property
Sogong-dong, 1.2 km from Gwanghwamun
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1008)
"Great location and nice hotel. "
United States
Paul
The price is AU$405
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
THE PLAZA Seoul, Autograph Collection
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Gwanghwamun Hotel Reviews

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

10/10 Excellent
"One of the best hotels we’ve ever stayed at. The signature suite room is equipped with pretty much everything you need. The washer & dryer really helped out a lot. Foreign exchange is available on a machine located in the lobby. Good staff and greaf location."
Sharmi 5-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

Hotels near other Gwanghwamun attractions

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National Palace Museum of Korea

You can study the exhibits at National Palace Museum of Korea, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
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Statue of Sejong the Great, the king of South Korea

Statue of Sejong the Great

A golden statue with a palace and a mountain behind highlight the importance of this individual. Stand in front of the monument to sense his significance.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Gwanghwamun?
Gwanghwamun is located in a culturally rich area of Seoul known for its major shopping area and interesting historical sites. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 260 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay near Gwanghwamun?
Adjacent to Gwanghwamun, Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a health club. Other good options close by include ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun and LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG.
How many hotels will I be able to find close to Gwanghwamun?
Expedia has 260 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Gwanghwamun.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Gwanghwamun, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near Gwanghwamun.
What can I see and do near Gwanghwamun?
You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at National Museum of Korean Contemporary History, Seoul Museum of Art or Seoul National University Hospital. While you're exploring, swing by Gyeongbokgung Palace, Gwanghwamun Plaza and Bukchon Traditional Culture Center to learn a bit about the area. You can catch a show at Sejong Cultural Center, Myeongdong Nanta Theatre and Chongdong Theater.
How can I get to Gwanghwamun?
You can walk to nearby metro stations including Gwanghwamun Station, Jonggak Station and Gyeongbokgung Station. If you'd like to venture around the area nearby, you may want a car rental for your journey.

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