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Our top choices for Gwangju Folk Museum hotels

Outdoor pool
Gwangju H1 Hotel

Gwangju H1 Hotel

Gwangju H1 Hotel
3.5 star property
Buk-gu, 1.3 km from Gwangju Folk Museum
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (178)
"Convenient and comfortable stay. Easy taxi ride to centre of city and bus station. Kind staff especially at breakfast"
United Kingdom
Michele
Gwangju H1 Hotel
Daily buffet breakfast (KRW 20000 per person)
Gwangju Tourist Hotel

Gwangju Tourist Hotel

Gwangju Tourist Hotel
3.0 star property
Buk-gu, 1.5 km from Gwangju Folk Museum
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (93)
"Great staff and the rooms were exceptionally clean "
United States
Jake
The price is AU$102
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan 2026
Gwangju Tourist Hotel
Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace
Brown Dot Hotel Sinan

Brown Dot Hotel Sinan

Brown Dot Hotel Sinan
3.0 star property
Buk-gu, 2.3 km from Gwangju Folk Museum
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (46)
"A special breakfast served hotel. Very new & clean."
South Korea
Jangwoo
The price is AU$58
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan 2026
Brown Dot Hotel Sinan
Business Twin Room
HOTEL Yeogiuhtte Gwangju Station

HOTEL Yeogiuhtte Gwangju Station

HOTEL Yeogiuhtte Gwangju Station
2.5 star property
Buk-gu, 3.1 km from Gwangju Folk Museum
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (45)
"The staff was amazing!"
United States
Felicia
The price is AU$54
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
HOTEL Yeogiuhtte Gwangju Station
Royal Double Room
Sinan E.KKLIM Hotel

Sinan E.KKLIM Hotel

Sinan E.KKLIM Hotel
2.5 star property
Buk-gu, 2.4 km from Gwangju Folk Museum
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (53)
"Big, clean room and good service, Gwangju Station and a number of bus stops in the vicinity, good Restaurants as well."
Germany
Christian
The price is AU$45
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Sinan E.KKLIM Hotel
VIP | Living room
Biennale Hotel

Biennale Hotel

Biennale Hotel
3.0 star property
Buk-gu, 1.3 km from Gwangju Folk Museum
7.6 out of 10, Good, (80)
"Was a unique hotel set up with a great staff and rooms."
United States
Moziah
The price is AU$63
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan 2026
Biennale Hotel
Reception
New Gwangju Guesthouse

New Gwangju Guesthouse

New Gwangju Guesthouse
2.0 star property
Buk-gu, 3.2 km from Gwangju Folk Museum
7.6 out of 10, Good, (30)
"각 방마다 도어락이 있어서 좋았습니다"
South Korea
소희
The price is AU$83
includes taxes & fees
31 Dec - 1 Jan 2026
New Gwangju Guesthouse
Exterior
EG STAY hotel

EG STAY hotel

EG STAY hotel
2.5 star property
Buk-gu, 2.7 km from Gwangju Folk Museum
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1)
"아침식사 정갈하고 정성스러워 감사합니다. "
South Korea
sunghyun
The price is AU$66
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
EG STAY hotel
Building design
CHEOMDAN HOTEL

CHEOMDAN HOTEL

CHEOMDAN HOTEL
3.0 star property
Gwangsan-gu, 5.6 km from Gwangju Folk Museum
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (9)
"시설도 깨끗하고 직원분들도 너무 친절하셔서 너무 좋았습니다. 다음에도 광주가면 꼭 여기에서 묵을거에요~~ 오늘 다른분에게 방 추천해서 예약해드리고 나욌습니더"
South Korea
JUNGWOO
The price is AU$69
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
CHEOMDAN HOTEL
Deluxe Double Room
Hotel Hive Inn

Hotel Hive Inn

Hotel Hive Inn
3.0 star property
Gwangsan-gu, 5.4 km from Gwangju Folk Museum
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (44)
"Everything was much better than I expected. Room was very nice with good size, excellent amenites and good location. "
United States
Youngsil
The price is AU$68
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Hotel Hive Inn
Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains, free WiFi
CS Hotel

CS Hotel

CS Hotel
3.0 star property
Seo-Gu, 5 km from Gwangju Folk Museum
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (608)
"Excellent location and high quality breakfast."
United States
Daniel
The price is AU$64
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
CS Hotel
Family Suite
Maison de On U Hotel Gwangju cheomdan

Maison de On U Hotel Gwangju cheomdan

Maison de On U Hotel Gwangju cheomdan
3.0 star property
Gwangsan-gu, 5.4 km from Gwangju Folk Museum
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (7)
The price is AU$77
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Maison de On U Hotel Gwangju cheomdan
Daily buffet breakfast (KRW 13000 per person)
Dubai Hotel Gwangju

Dubai Hotel Gwangju

Dubai Hotel Gwangju
3.0 star property
Seo-Gu, 4.6 km from Gwangju Folk Museum
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (432)
"The hotel is beautiful: black, white, and gold everywhere "
United States
Jada
Dubai Hotel Gwangju
Reception
Hound Hotel Gwangju Cheomdan

Hound Hotel Gwangju Cheomdan

Hound Hotel Gwangju Cheomdan
3.0 star property
Gwangsan-gu, 5.1 km from Gwangju Folk Museum
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (57)
"Comfort n good"
United States
Anonymous traveller
The price is AU$73
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Hound Hotel Gwangju Cheomdan
Exterior
Hotel Browndot Chungjang

Hotel Browndot Chungjang

Hotel Browndot Chungjang
3.0 star property
Dong-Gu, 4.7 km from Gwangju Folk Museum
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (58)
"Near shopping and restaurant."
Singapore
Cheng Noi
The price is AU$82
includes taxes & fees
31 Dec - 1 Jan 2026
Hotel Browndot Chungjang
Terrace/patio
Hound Hotel Sangmu

Hound Hotel Sangmu

Hound Hotel Sangmu
3.0 star property
Seo-Gu, 5.1 km from Gwangju Folk Museum
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (164)
"Very convenient location. Short walk to Subway, convenience stores, restaurant and outlet mall nearby. Their breakfast served by hotel is delicious! Love the breakfast the most, especially weekends spread! The staffs were all friendly and helpful too!"
Singapore
Kat Shufang
Hound Hotel Sangmu
Front of property
H-AVENUE Hotel Gwangju Cheomdan

H-AVENUE Hotel Gwangju Cheomdan

H-AVENUE Hotel Gwangju Cheomdan
3.0 star property
Gwangsan-gu, 5.5 km from Gwangju Folk Museum
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (27)
"Got more nice hotel rather than this one "
United States
Terry
The price is AU$83
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
H-AVENUE Hotel Gwangju Cheomdan
Private spa tub
UTOP Boutique Hotel & Residence

UTOP Boutique Hotel & Residence

UTOP Boutique Hotel & Residence
4.0 star property
Seo-Gu, 4.8 km from Gwangju Folk Museum
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"The rooms are much smaller than shown in the pictures. The lunch buffet was good."
United States
jinny
The price is AU$89
includes taxes & fees
31 Dec - 1 Jan 2026
UTOP Boutique Hotel & Residence
Lobby sitting area
Stay Hotel

Stay Hotel

Stay Hotel
3.0 star property
Dong-Gu, 4.4 km from Gwangju Folk Museum
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (203)
"Great breakfast"
Germany
Jan
The price is AU$65
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan 2026
Stay Hotel
Superior Super King, Park View (Family Room) (No Breakfast on Mondays)
Gwangju Hotel the spot

Gwangju Hotel the spot

Gwangju Hotel the spot
2.5 star property
Gwangsan-gu, 5.2 km from Gwangju Folk Museum
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (273)
"Very clean Excellent breakfast - specially compared to price it is really great. Very friendly front desk Very much satisfied the hygiene I will gonna stay again. "
South Korea
Jiyoung
The price is AU$63
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Gwangju Hotel the spot
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Top Gwangju Folk Museum Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Gwangju by IHG

Holiday Inn Gwangju by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Very kindly staff and good quality amenities"
jinny 2-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Holiday Inn Gwangju by IHG

Hotels near other Gwangju Folk Museum attractions

Jungoe Park

Explore the great outdoors at Jungoe Park, a lovely green space in Gwangju. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.
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Gwangju National Museum

4.5/5 (12 reviews)
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Gwangju National Museum during your trip to Gwangju. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Gwangju Folk Museum?
Gwangju Folk Museum is located in an area of Gwangju that travellers like for its shopping. You'll find 95 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
Where is the best place to stay near Gwangju Folk Museum?
Gwangju H1 Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers an outdoor pool and free parking. It's located just a short 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Gwangju Folk Museum. Other good choices close by include Gwangju Tourist Hotel and Biennale Hotel.
How many hotels should I expect to find close to Gwangju Folk Museum?
Expedia has 95 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Gwangju Folk Museum.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Gwangju Folk Museum, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals near Gwangju Folk Museum.
What can I see and do near Gwangju Folk Museum?
Gwangju National Museum, Chosun University Museum of Art and Namdo Folk Food Museum feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Explore landmarks like 5.18 Democracy Square, House of Lee Jang-woo and May 18th National Cemetery. Spend some time wandering around Damyang Marsh, 5-18 Memorial Park and Geumnam Park.
How can I get to Gwangju Folk Museum?
If you're taking a train to the area, Gwangju Station is the closest station to Buk-gu. There may not be many public transport options to choose from near Gwangju Folk Museum so consider a car rental to maximise your time.