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Our top choices for Gwangju Folk Museum hotels

A multi-story hotel with a modern facade, multiple balconies, and a parking area in front.
A modern reception desk with a wooden finish, a glass door entrance, and a visible elevator.
A rooftop swimming pool with a view of a cityscape at dusk.
A spacious gym with cardio machines, weightlifting equipment, and large windows providing natural light.

1. Gwangju H1 Hotel

Gwangju H1 Hotel
Buk-gu, 1.3 km from Gwangju Folk Museum
South Korea
Dr. Kim
AU$73
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Gwangju H1 Hotel
A modern hotel room with a bed, desk, chairs, and a TV.
A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a TV, and a potted plant.
A tall, white building with multiple windows and a distinctive tower with a logo at the top.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a visible minibar.

2. Brown Dot Hotel Sinan

Brown Dot Hotel Sinan
Buk-gu, 2.3 km from Gwangju Folk Museum
United States
Karina
AU$51
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Brown Dot Hotel Sinan
A modern kitchen area with a counter displaying packaged snacks and a coffee machine.
A reception area with a reception desk labeled "INFORMATION," a trash bin, and a door with a red emergency light.
A hotel with a prominent sign indicating it's open for business.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a flat-screen TV, and a large window with curtains.

3. EG STAY hotel

EG STAY hotel
Buk-gu, 2.7 km from Gwangju Folk Museum
South Korea
Moon Gyu
AU$68
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
EG STAY hotel
A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a large window with blinds, and a green birdcage on the table.
A modern hotel room with a white console table, a flat-screen TV, a small refrigerator, a kettle, and a framed picture on the wall.
A bathroom with a toilet, sink, and mirror.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a small table with chairs, and a window with curtains.

4. Gwangju Tourist Hotel

Gwangju Tourist Hotel
Buk-gu, 1.5 km from Gwangju Folk Museum
United States
Jake
AU$103
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Gwangju Tourist Hotel
A hotel room with a bed, wooden floor, a brick wall, and a white door.
A hotel entrance with a yellow and black facade, a clear sign reading "HOTEL OFTEN", and a parking area with several cars.
A compact, modern washing machine in a wooden cabinet with a built-in sink.
A self-service breakfast area with a wooden counter, coffee machines, and storage cabinets.

5. HOTEL Yeogiuhtte Gwangju Station

HOTEL Yeogiuhtte Gwangju Station
Buk-gu, 3.1 km from Gwangju Folk Museum
United States
S. Paul
AU$49
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
HOTEL Yeogiuhtte Gwangju Station
A hotel facade with classical architecture, featuring columns and arched windows.
A reception desk with a sign reading "A.C.C Hotel Business Hotel" and a plant to the left.
A hotel bathroom with a mirror, a towel rack, a telephone, a tray with mugs, and a kettle.
A hallway with doors marked with room numbers, carpeted flooring, and a modern design.

6. Sinan E.KKLIM Hotel

Sinan E.KKLIM Hotel
Buk-gu, 2.4 km from Gwangju Folk Museum
Germany
Christian
AU$37
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Sinan E.KKLIM Hotel
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a glass-enclosed shower, and a wooden headboard.
A modern staircase with metal railings, potted plants, and a tiled floor leading to a room with a bed.
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a kitchen area with wooden cabinets and a refrigerator.
A modern bathroom with white tiled walls, large potted plants, and white chairs.

7. Biennale Hotel

Biennale Hotel
Buk-gu, 1.3 km from Gwangju Folk Museum
United States
Moziah
AU$63
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Biennale Hotel
A cozy reading nook with a wooden table, cushions, a large teddy bear, and a bookshelf filled with books.
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and various kitchen appliances.
A cozy cafe with wooden tables and chairs, a large window with a view of the street, and various decorations including notes and stuffed animals.
A compact workspace with a wooden desk, white chair, and a small shelf with potted plants.

8. New Gwangju Guesthouse

New Gwangju Guesthouse
Buk-gu, 3.2 km from Gwangju Folk Museum
South Korea
소희
AU$54
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
New Gwangju Guesthouse
Bathroom
Bathroom
Bathroom
Bathroom

9. Gwangju Grand Maison Baobab Hotel

Gwangju Grand Maison Baobab Hotel
Buk-gu, 3 km from Gwangju Folk Museum
AU$73
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Gwangju Grand Maison Baobab Hotel
A person seated at a desk with a computer, keyboard, and headphones.
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted TV, and a painting of mountains.
A person using a coffee machine in a room with a window, a shelf with items, and a sink.
A modern interior with a central seating area, recessed lighting, and a window with blinds.

10. ANOOK HOTEL HWAJUNG GWANGJU TERMINAL

ANOOK HOTEL HWAJUNG GWANGJU TERMINAL
Seo-Gu, 3 km from Gwangju Folk Museum
South Korea
juhee
AU$62
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
ANOOK HOTEL HWAJUNG GWANGJU TERMINAL
A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.
A hotel with a modern facade, multiple floors, and illuminated signage.
A buffet setup with various food items in metal containers, arranged on a long counter with chairs and tables in the background.
A modern bathroom with a glass partition, a built-in sink, and a mirror.

11. Lantana Hotel Gwangju

Lantana Hotel Gwangju
Buk-gu, 5.2 km from Gwangju Folk Museum
South Korea
KYEONGKEUN
AU$75
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Lantana Hotel Gwangju
A modern lobby with a reception desk, a large potted plant, and a staircase.
A modern office with three desks, each with a computer monitor, and a 'Staff only' door.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a round coffee table, a comfortable armchair, and a view of tall buildings through large windows.
A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a buffet line with various dishes, and a restaurant counter in the background.

12. Hotel Hive Inn

Hotel Hive Inn
Gwangsan-gu, 5.4 km from Gwangju Folk Museum
United States
Youngsil
AU$72
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Hotel Hive Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a large window offering a city view.
A modern bathroom with a toilet, a shower with a handheld showerhead, and a soap dispenser on a shelf.
A room with a round wooden table, two chairs, one beige and one blue, and a small table to the left.
A modern reception desk with a marble stool, a Christmas tree decoration, and a view of a hotel sign.

13. Hotel Summit

Hotel Summit
Gwangsan-gu, 8.3 km from Gwangju Folk Museum
Singapore
Jojo Soh
AU$64
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Hotel Summit
A swimming pool with a view of a tropical landscape through an open window.
A cozy living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a fireplace, and a wooden door.
A hotel entrance with a wooden door and a sign reading "Maison de on HOTEL".
A cozy living room with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

14. Maison de On U Hotel Gwangju cheomdan

Maison de On U Hotel Gwangju cheomdan
Gwangsan-gu, 5.4 km from Gwangju Folk Museum
South Korea
gwong won
AU$50
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Maison de On U Hotel Gwangju cheomdan
A modern building with a sign for 'Madrid Business Hotel' and a 'Parking' entrance.
A modern restaurant with brick walls, wooden tables, and a central counter with food displays.
A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, a TV, and a bed.
A modern hotel corridor with elevators, a polished floor, and a clean, contemporary design.

15. Madrid Hotel Gwangju

Madrid Hotel Gwangju
Gwangsan-gu, 10 km from Gwangju Folk Museum
Canada
Chelsey
AU$80
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Madrid Hotel Gwangju
A modern hotel reception area with a glass entrance, a reception desk, and a computer setup.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a table, and a lamp.
A modern hotel reception area with a marble counter, a reception desk, and a seating area with a coffee table.
A modern cafe interior with a counter, menu board, seating area, and potted plants.

16. Gwangju Aura Hotel

Gwangju Aura Hotel
Gwangsan-gu, 10.1 km from Gwangju Folk Museum
United States
Andrew
AU$79
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Gwangju Aura Hotel
A modern interior with a central counter, seating area, and bookshelves.
A modern bathroom with a freestanding mirror, a sink with a speckled countertop, and two towels hanging on a rack.
A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and weight equipment.
A modern hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a shower area.

17. L7 CHUNGJANG by LOTTE HOTELS(formerly Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Chungjang)

L7 CHUNGJANG by LOTTE HOTELS(formerly Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Chungjang)
Dong-Gu, 4.6 km from Gwangju Folk Museum
United Kingdom
Gordon
AU$142
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
L7 CHUNGJANG by LOTTE HOTELS(formerly Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Chungjang)
A building with vertical light strips and signage in Korean.
A corridor with red walls, a polished floor, and framed artwork.
A spacious conference room with a long wooden table, multiple chairs, and a television screen.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a separate sofa, a glass coffee table, a vanity with a mirror, and a bathroom with a bathtub.

18. Hanam 1st Business Hotel

Hanam 1st Business Hotel
Gwangsan-gu, 8.1 km from Gwangju Folk Museum
United States
John
AU$62
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Hanam 1st Business Hotel
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating areas, and a large window providing natural light.
A hotel entrance with a sign reading "CHEOMDAN HOTEL" and a "CAFE JOY" sign.
A modern reception area with a stone-textured wall, a reception desk, and a potted plant.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a small kitchenette, and a dark door.

19. CHEOMDAN HOTEL

CHEOMDAN HOTEL
Gwangsan-gu, 5.6 km from Gwangju Folk Museum
South Korea
Jinhyung
AU$62
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
CHEOMDAN HOTEL
A spa area with a large bathtub, a wicker basket, and a wooden bench.
A modern spa area with a large bathtub, a lounge chair, and a wooden fence with potted plants.
A woman sitting by a poolside area with a wicker basket and a white chair.
A modern outdoor patio with a pool, lounge chairs, and a wooden fence.

20. H-AVENUE Hotel Gwangju Cheomdan

H-AVENUE Hotel Gwangju Cheomdan
Gwangsan-gu, 5.5 km from Gwangju Folk Museum
United States
Terry
AU$59
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
H-AVENUE Hotel Gwangju Cheomdan
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Compare popular hotels close to Gwangju Folk Museum

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A multi-story hotel with a modern facade, multiple balconies, and a parking area in front.
Gwangju H1 Hotel
9.0
Wonderful
284 reviews
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A modern hotel room with a bed, desk, chairs, and a TV.
Brown Dot Hotel Sinan
8.8
Excellent
71 reviews
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A modern kitchen area with a counter displaying packaged snacks and a coffee machine.
EG STAY hotel
9.0
Wonderful
12 reviews
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A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a large window with blinds, and a green birdcage on the table.
Gwangju Tourist Hotel
8.8
Excellent
107 reviews
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A hotel room with a bed, wooden floor, a brick wall, and a white door.
HOTEL Yeogiuhtte Gwangju Station
8.6
Excellent
64 reviews
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Top Gwangju Folk Museum Hotel Reviews

Gwangju H1 Hotel

Gwangju H1 Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Generally facility was good but not easy to say excellent."
Kwang seok 1-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Gwangju H1 Hotel
Hound Hotel Gwangju Cheomdan

Hound Hotel Gwangju Cheomdan

8/10 Good
"Clean room and kind staffs"
JOONGHO 2-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Hound Hotel Gwangju Cheomdan
BREEV GWANGJU by LOTTE HOTELS(formerly Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Gwangju)

BREEV GWANGJU by LOTTE HOTELS(formerly Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Gwangju)

10/10 Excellent
"The breakfast service is very good."
kyunghee 2-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
BREEV GWANGJU by LOTTE HOTELS(formerly Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Gwangju)
HOTEL Yeogiuhtte Gwangju Station

HOTEL Yeogiuhtte Gwangju Station

10/10 Excellent
"Was great for a few nights stay in Gwangju, easy access to public transport and affordable. The room itself was clean and had all the amenities I needed. Was useful having a microwave and utensils on each floor. And I really appreciated the free Netflix and Disney plus. Would definitely stay again."
Vanessa 3-night trip
Posted 4 months ago
HOTEL Yeogiuhtte Gwangju Station

Other attractions near Gwangju Folk Museum

Jungoe Park

8.8/10 (6 reviews)
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

9.2/10 (15 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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Gwangju Art and Culture Center

8.2/10 (51 reviews)
Enjoy an outing to Gwangju Art and Culture Center during your stay in Gwangju. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.
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Gwangju-Kia Champions Field

8.4/10 (20 reviews)
Catch an event at Gwangju-Kia Champions Field during your trip to Gwangju. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.
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Namdo Folk Food Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Namdo Folk Food Museum during your travels in Gwangju. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.
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Yangdong Market

7.4/10 (42 reviews)
During your trip to Gwangju, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Yangdong Market. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.
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May 18th Memorial Cultural Center

Enjoy an outing to May 18th Memorial Cultural Center during your stay in Gwangju. Visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its restaurants.
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Gwangju Student Education & Culture Center

Enjoy an outing to Gwangju Student Education & Culture Center during your stay in Gwangju. Visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its restaurants.
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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 103 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 Biennale Hotel and Gwangju Tourist Hotel.
How many hotels should I expect to find close to Gwangju Folk Museum?
Expedia has 103 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?
Chosun University Museum of Art, Gwangju National Museum 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, Missionary's House of Wilson and House of Choi Seung-hyo. Spend some time wandering around Ssangam Park, Damyang Marsh and 5-18 Memorial 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.