Hwagok-dong Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Hwagok-dong
Activities
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike
Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour
Small-Group DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Susp.Bridge
Seoul Street Food Market Tour
Seoul: South Korea Roaming Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan
Our pick of the best Hwagok-dong Hotel Deals
Hwagok Lush Hotel
"This little gem was a perfect spot to spend my final night in Seoul. It has plenty of great restaurants nearby and it was close enough to the metro that I could easily walk there before and after check-in and check out. The room was crazy clean and quiet. I will definitely be staying there my next ..."
Reviewed on 25 Sept 2026
Lotte Hotel World
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
"We had a great stay here. Booking was easy and the check-in process was smooth. Our arrival was delayed, but the staff were incredibly helpful and accommodating with our late check-in, which was much appreciated. The hotel was clean, modern and stylish, making it a very comfortable place to stay. ..."
Reviewed on 28 Sept 2026
Hotel Gracery Seoul
"Proximity to street market"
Reviewed on 27 Sept 2026
Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam
"Korean style Breakfast was good!"
Reviewed on 18 Sept 2026
Toyoko Inn Seoul Yeongdeungpo
Our guide on where to stay in Hwagok-dong
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 Starfield COEX Mall. 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.
