Gwangjin-gu Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A city skyline at night with illuminated buildings, a prominent tower, and a bridge over a body of water.
A city skyline with a prominent tower, a river reflecting lights, and a bridge with illuminated roadways.
A nighttime cityscape with a prominent tower, a curved bridge over water, and a brightly lit highway.
A park with a pathway, trees, and a city skyline in the background.
A riverside park with a cyclist, a bridge, and a city skyline in the background.

Stay near popular Gwangjin-gu attractions

Activities


Our pick of the best Gwangjin-gu Hotel Deals

Grand Hyatt Seoul

Grand Hyatt Seoul

5 out of 5
322, Sowol-ro, Yongsan-gu Seoul Seoul
The price is AU$1,062 per night from 17 July to 18 July
AU$1,062
17 July - 18 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Loved everything about it!"

Reviewed on 27 June 2026

Grand Hyatt Seoul
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

4 out of 5
23-1 Eulji-ro 19-gil, Jung-gu Seoul
The price is AU$195 per night from 7 July to 8 July
AU$195
7 July - 8 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Myeongdong Street and Dongdaemun ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,647 reviews)
"Even though the building doesn't look old, there were issues. Shower drains were clogged on arrival. Water spilled over to the commode stall anytime someone uses the shower. Maintenance showed up to repair while we waited. It was frustrating as we were all tired and needed a hot shower. Everything ..."

Reviewed on 2 July 2026

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Lotte Hotel World

Lotte Hotel World

5 out of 5
240, Olympic-ro, Songpa-gu Seoul Seoul
The price is AU$426 per night from 5 July to 6 July
AU$426
5 July - 6 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,495 reviews)
"Good location It was the best hotel ever"

Reviewed on 2 July 2026

Lotte Hotel World
Glad Mapo

Glad Mapo

3.5 out of 5
92, Mapo-daero, Mapo-gu Seoul Mapo
The price is AU$209 per night from 28 July to 29 July
AU$209
28 July - 29 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Quite good experience with Mapo"

Reviewed on 18 June 2026

Glad Mapo
Toyoko Inn Seoul Yeongdeungpo

Toyoko Inn Seoul Yeongdeungpo

3 out of 5
293, Singil-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu Seoul
The price is AU$92 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$92
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,741 reviews)
"Tiny room for big guy"

Reviewed on 1 July 2026

Toyoko Inn Seoul Yeongdeungpo
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

4 out of 5
36, Sejong-daero 11-gil, Jung-gu Seoul Seoul
The price is AU$258 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$258
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3,614 reviews)
"Central, clean, great value"

Reviewed on 2 July 2026

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
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.

Our guide on where to stay in Gwangjin-gu

Find the best Gwangjin-gu areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Gwangjin-gu
Learn more about Gwangjin-gu

Myeong-dong

Enjoy the popular shops in Myeong-dong. Myeongdong Street is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Myeong-dong Station or Euljiro 1-ga Station to see more of Seoul.

Gangnam-gu

Gangnam-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like COEX Convention and Exhibition Center and Seven Luck Casino Seoul Gangnam Branch. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Cheongdam Station or Gangnam-gu Office Station.

Hongdae

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Hongdae. Spend some time visiting top spots like Gyeongui Line Forest Park, and catch the metro at Hongik University Station or Mangwon Station to see more of the area.

Dongdaemun-gu

You might enjoy the shopping while in Dongdaemun-gu. Gyeongdong Market is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Yongdu Station or Jegi-dong Station to see more of the city.

Jongno-gu

Jongno-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Bukchon Hanok Village and Sejong Cultural Center. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Gwanghwamun Station or Jonggak Station.



Gwangjin-gu Travel Guide

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