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Accommodation near Gwanghwamun Plaza

Four Seasons Hotel Seoul

5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"Great stay"
The price is AU$982
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Four Seasons Hotel Seoul

The Prima Hotel Jongno

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (687)
"Excellent location and lovely hotel"
The price is AU$136
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
The Prima Hotel Jongno

NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2075)
"Great location."
The price is AU$196
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

Hans House

2.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (21)
"The guest house was a delight - quaint neighborhood, friendly host. All guests shared a kitchen. We enjoyed our stay. "
The price is AU$152
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Hans House

Hotel Sunbee Insadong

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Staff were great and the hotel was suitable for our needs. "
Hotel Sunbee Insadong

Stayz437 Jongno

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (41)
"Great rooms, the manager was quick to contact us when we asked for a spare key. Really central location and many places are walkable. Would definitely recommend ☺️"
The price is AU$143
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Stayz437 Jongno

Hotel28 Myeongdong

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Great location, amazing staff "
The price is AU$288
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Hotel28 Myeongdong

Gongsimga Hanok Guesthouse

2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (79)
"We loved this guesthouse. "
Gongsimga Hanok Guesthouse

AMID HOTEL SEOUL

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (869)
"Excellent location. Would stay again. "
The price is AU$179
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
AMID HOTEL SEOUL

Hotel Midcity Myeongdong

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (742)
"Great rooms, loved the leg massage machine in our room! Tasty breakfast at Pub the Moon and so many great dining and shopping options nearby"
The price is AU$164
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Hotel Midcity Myeongdong

GLOCALOCA

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (77)
"All the facilities and staff were kind and good."
GLOCALOCA

Urbanstay Boutique Ikseon

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (124)
"Great stay for a solo week in Seoul! Located on a quiet street, with lots of dining options close by. Walkable to many iconic locations such as Insa-dong Culture Street, Changgyeonggung Palace, and Hanok Villages. Easy self check-in process with a code to enter, which was very convenient. "
The price is AU$184
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Urbanstay Boutique Ikseon

Hanok Hotel DAAM

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (285)
"Amazing stay - will definitely repeat it!"
The price is AU$147
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Hanok Hotel DAAM

MJ HOTEL JONGNO

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (33)
"Very clean room, close to bus and metro stations, shopping and dining options nearby, daily breakfast available. The staff were very friendly. "
The price is AU$96
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
MJ HOTEL JONGNO

The Westin Josun Seoul

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Loved everything about this hotel. Accommodations so comfortable and convenient. Staff so helpful and kind!"
The price is AU$573
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
The Westin Josun Seoul

Somerset Palace Seoul

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1061)
"Great location!"
The price is AU$249
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Somerset Palace Seoul

Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1104)
"Excellent location for my trip,walkable many popular places "
The price is AU$192
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong

Orakai Insadong Suites

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1438)
"Easy access to all major attractions and safe to walk around at night. "
The price is AU$256
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Orakai Insadong Suites

UH Suite Central Seoul

2.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (90)
"This property is conveniently located and it is clean and comfortable. The only thing that bothered us a little was the construction (daily) and loud speakers (Sat morning only) noise in the early morning hours. Overall, it was a good stay for us."
The price is AU$275
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
UH Suite Central Seoul

Metro Hotel

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Central and very helpful staff"
The price is AU$184
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Metro Hotel
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Stay close to other popular attractions

Gyeongbokgung Palace
Gyeongbok Palace which includes a square or plaza and heritage architecture as well as a small group of people

Gyeongbokgung Palace

This royal palace has been destroyed on more than one occasion, but today it stands as one of Seoul’s finest examples of classic Korean architecture.

Gwanghwamun
Gwanghwamun

Gwanghwamun

Sense the magnetism of this place with its dynamic feeling of being at the heart of the country. This important area is historic as well as contemporary.

Kukje Gallery

Kukje Gallery

You can browse the exhibits at Kukje Gallery, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Gwanghwamun Plaza?

Gwanghwamun Plaza is located in Seoul. This culturally rich area is known for its array of dining options and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 156 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Gwanghwamun Plaza?

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. It's located just a short 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Gwanghwamun Plaza. Other good choices within a short distance include Four Seasons Hotel Seoul and Lotte Hotel Seoul.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Gwanghwamun Plaza?

Expedia has 156 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Gwanghwamun Plaza.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Gwanghwamun Plaza, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals close to Gwanghwamun Plaza.

What can I see and do near Gwanghwamun Plaza?

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. Explore notable local landmarks like Gyeongbokgung Palace, Gwanghwamun and Bukchon Hanok Village. You can catch a show at Sejong Cultural Center, Myeongdong Nanta Theatre and Chongdong Theater.

How can I get to Gwanghwamun Plaza?

Nearby metro stations include Gwanghwamun Station, Jonggak Station and Gyeongbokgung Station. If you'd like to explore farther outside of the area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.

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