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A modern dining area with a round table, chairs, and a view of traditional architecture.

A modern hotel with a curved facade, multiple floors, and a prominent entrance with a covered area.

A modern hotel room with a glass-enclosed shower, a large bathtub, a bed, and a city view.

A spacious indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, large windows, and modern architecture.

1. The Westin Josun Seoul

Sogong-dong, 1.3 km from Gwanghwamun

SEUNG YEON

HK$3,527

HK$4,268 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A street view with a tree in autumn foliage, buildings, and parked cars.

A compact kitchen with yellow cabinets, a sink, and a refrigerator.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a door.

A room with a television, a table with chairs, a sofa, a window with blinds, and a wall clock.

2. Hostel Tommy

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 1.3 km from Gwanghwamun

Peter

HK$914

HK$1,005 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A luxurious lobby with marble flooring, a grand chandelier, and a central bar area.

A formal event space with a long table, chandeliers, and floral decorations.

A luxurious lobby with a grand chandelier, a bar area, and large windows offering a view of a waterfall.

3. THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL - 더그랜드롯데 서울

Myeong-dong, 1.2 km from Gwanghwamun

Mahajabin

HK$3,351

HK$4,055 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A snow-covered roof with a stack of cylindrical objects, possibly barrels, and a brick wall in the background.

A wooden dining table with a plate of sliced bread and a kettle.

A traditional Japanese building with a modern glass extension, surrounded by lush greenery and other contemporary structures.

A gated entrance with a red door, a brick wall, and a sign indicating the address.

4. Hans House

0.5 km from Gwanghwamun

Mikwi

HK$794

HK$873 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

An indoor cafe with wicker furniture, large windows, and potted plants.

A sculpture in a lobby with glass doors and a visible exit sign.

An indoor seating area with tables and chairs, a glass wall with artwork, and a view of the street outside.

A traditional pavilion with a tiled roof, stone lion statues, and a stone pagoda.

5. The Prima Hotel Jongno Insadong

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 0.6 km from Gwanghwamun

Erfan

HK$1,607

HK$1,767 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A rooftop lounge with outdoor seating, including round wicker sofas and umbrellas, surrounded by greenery and city views.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and weightlifting equipment.

A modern reception area with a reception desk, a digital screen, and a seating area with red chairs.

A modern hotel building with a flat facade, multiple windows, and a parking area in front.

6. Hotel Midcity Myeongdong

Myeong-dong, 1 km from Gwanghwamun

Eduard

HK$1,619

HK$1,781 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern building with large windows, a wooden facade, and a visible entrance.

A modern restaurant with white chairs and tables, large windows, and a visible kitchen area.

A hotel sign with the name "SUNBEE HOTEL" and Korean characters.

An outdoor seating area with tables and benches, a building with glass doors, and a tree in the background.

7. Hotel Sunbee Insadong

Insa-dong, 0.8 km from Gwanghwamun

Diana

HK$1,765

HK$1,942 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

The exterior of the Amid Hotel in Seoul, featuring a modern facade, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

A modern cafe with a long counter displaying pastries and coffee machines, surrounded by wooden chairs and tables.

A hotel room with two beds, grey headboards, and a large window with curtains.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, a round table with a plant, and a sofa.

8. AMID HOTEL SEOUL

Insa-dong, 0.8 km from Gwanghwamun

Dwight

HK$1,176

HK$1,293 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A high-rise hotel with multiple floors, illuminated windows, and a prominent signage at the top.

A modern living room with a sofa, red chairs, a dining table, and a flat-screen TV.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in oven, and a large island with a sink.

A gym with cardio machines, weightlifting equipment, and dumbbells.

9. Orakai Insadong Suites

Insa-dong, 1 km from Gwanghwamun

Roxanne

HK$2,061

HK$2,267 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A table with a vase of flowers and a glass of iced tea.

A snow-covered outdoor area with a Christmas tree, benches, and potted plants.

A hotel room with a bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and curtains on the windows.

A room with a view of a cityscape through a large window, a green armchair with a pillow, and a small wooden stool.

10. Hotel Tradiup by the Designers

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 1.1 km from Gwanghwamun

Rich

HK$1,118

HK$1,230 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern interior with a dining table, chairs, a vase, and a window with a view.

A reception area with a reception desk, a seating area, and a corridor with a tiled floor.

11. UH Suite Central Seoul

Myeong-dong, 1 km from Gwanghwamun

Ludwig Rafael

HK$2,676

HK$2,943 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a window with vertical blinds.

A modern hotel lobby with a large seating area, a flat-screen TV, and a view of the cityscape.

A bar area with various bottles and glassware, a bowl of snacks, and a selection of books on the counter.

A modern hotel lobby with a central lounge area, seating arrangements, and a reception desk.

12. UH Continental SeoulCenter

Sogong-dong, 1.2 km from Gwanghwamun

Kitty

HK$1,924

HK$2,116 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A cityscape with modern high-rise buildings, a busy intersection, and a pedestrian crossing.

A modern room with a desk, two stools, a bench, a window with a view of a building, and a wall-mounted clock.

13. HOTEL LETS Pop

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 1.3 km from Gwanghwamun

Ivy

HK$644

HK$708 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A hotel entrance with a wooden door and a sign above it.

A spacious room with a large window, a wooden table, chairs, a standing lamp, and a ceiling fan.

A hotel entrance with a large sign reading 'HOTEL RAWA' and a security camera above it.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

14. Hotel Rawa

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 1.2 km from Gwanghwamun

Lee

HK$956

HK$1,052 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, and a window with curtains.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden dining table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A modern hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a view of the hallway leading to the kitchen.

A modern interior with a sign reading "urbanstay boutique ikseon".

15. Urbanstay Boutique Ikseon

1.1 km from Gwanghwamun

"Clean room, good location. My only feedback is better English instructions for the luggage storage room. We ended up contacting the virtual help desk who sorted us out in 5 minutes. We apparently needed to place our palms on the door code before entering the numbers. The other thing was a very bright exit sign in the room that we wish we could have covered as we prefer to sleep in total darkness, but otherwise a great stay. Very convenient!"

Hayley

HK$1,345

HK$1,479 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large window, a bed, and a view of the cityscape.

A corridor with large windows, a view of a cityscape, and a poster on the wall.

A bed with white linens, a window with a view of buildings, a vase with flowers, and a book on a nightstand.

16. HOTEL LETS ABOVE

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 1.3 km from Gwanghwamun

Carolyn

HK$892

HK$981 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area, and a city view.

A modern hotel reception area with a reception desk, a bench, and a glass partition.

A hallway with a wooden floor and walls, a sign indicating room number 2, and shelves with various items on the left side.

A modern bathroom with a marble wall, a bench with colorful cushions, and multiple sinks with unique bowls.

17. N285 Hotel Insadong

Insa-dong, 1 km from Gwanghwamun

Michael

HK$897

HK$986 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A modern kitchen with a large window, built-in cabinets, and a countertop with various appliances.

A modern office space with a long green conference table, multiple chairs, a small round table, and a potted plant.

A hotel room with two beds, a dining table with chairs, a TV, and a plant.

A modern living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a kitchen area in the background.

18. GLOCALOCA

Sogong-dong, 1 km from Gwanghwamun

Brian

HK$1,346

HK$1,480 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A modern building with a neon sign reading "mosy" and a colorful mural on the facade.

An outdoor seating area with wooden flooring, green chairs, and tables, surrounded by plants and a city view at dusk.

A modern hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a sofa with decorative pillows, a black coffee table, and a bed with a headboard.

A modern bar area with a high bar counter, multiple seating options, and a city view through large windows.

19. Moxy Seoul Insadong

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 1.2 km from Gwanghwamun

Jenine

HK$1,940

HK$2,134 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A modern hotel corridor with numbered doors, a carpeted floor, and recessed lighting.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV mounted on the wall, a mirror, and a small table with a kettle.

A reception area with a reception desk labeled "INFORMATION," a wall-mounted TV, and a wooden door with "STAYZ 437" signage.

20. Stayz437 Jongno

Insa-dong, 1 km from Gwanghwamun

Carla

HK$761

HK$837 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Gwanghwamun

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Westin Josun Seoul	9.6 Exceptional 1,038 reviews	View
Hostel Tommy	9.6 Exceptional 140 reviews	View
THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL - 더그랜드롯데 서울	9.4 Exceptional 2,284 reviews	View
Hans House	9.4 Exceptional 29 reviews	View
The Prima Hotel Jongno Insadong	9.2 Wonderful 1,114 reviews	View

Top Gwanghwamun Hotel Reviews

NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

10/10 Excellent

"We really enjoyed our stay at this hotel. Spotlessly clean, modern (the toilets - omg!) and the check-out was seamless. The location of the hotel was fantastic – walking distance to both Ikseon-dong & Myeong-dong and we enjoyed exploring Insadong also."

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel with good location.Breakfast was excellent"

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel in a good location close to many attractions and shopping. The staff were super friendly and helpful. We were able to check in early which was great since we came in on a red eye. Room was perfect, bed was comfortable and very quiet."

Crown Park Hotel Seoul Myeongdong

10/10 Excellent

"Enjoyed it!!"

Hotel Gracery Seoul

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay in Seoul, close to everything, and great food streets close by"

Hotel Midcity Myeongdong

10/10 Excellent

"The property is clean and the standard twin room was perfect for 2 people. It was nice to have laundry. The location was nice..15 min walk to everything we did. It was faster to walk than take the subway. Many restaurants around the hotel."

AMID HOTEL SEOUL

10/10 Excellent

"The breakfasts were great. Lots of selections. Having laundry facilities was a bonus. Great location in the city. Staff was attentive and spoke English well. I would stay here again.."

UH Continental SeoulCenter

10/10 Excellent

"The location was excellent. The Seoul Center was our backyard! The famous shopping street was less than a 10 minute walk away. No early check in, but we were allowed to lounge in the lobby and have your luggage stored until it is check in time. We used our time to visit City Hall and explored the underground shopping mall (directly below UH Continental), as well as had lunch at the food center in Lotte Mall connected to the underground shopping mall. We booked a room that has the spa jacuzzi with 2 queen beds, a dining table with 4 chairs, 2 TVs (one at at the spa area), a vanity mirror with chair, mini refrigerator and even a microwave. The bathroom had two showers, double vanity sink, and two closets. So much floor space for a hotel room. The blackout curtains were remote-controlled and the lights in the room was controlled by a the tablet by the bedside. The beds were quite firm for my liking, but the hotel provided extra pillows that made it more comfortable for me. The breakfast was decent, and it made mornings convenient because many places don’t open until about 10am. It was raining as we were leaving, and without asking, concierge followed us out with umbrellas to our taxi. I would stay here again!"

Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station

8/10 Good

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Gallery Hyundai

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Kumho Museum of Art

10.0/10 (1 review)

You can study the exhibits at Kumho Museum of Art, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

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Hanbok Museum

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Daelim Museum

10.0/10 (1 review)

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Gwanghwamun?

Gwanghwamun is located in a culturally rich area of Seoul known for its major shopping area and interesting historical sites. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 317 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Gwanghwamun?

Adjacent to Gwanghwamun, 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. Other good options close by include Hotel Gracery Seoul and THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL - 더그랜드롯데 서울.

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

Expedia has 317 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Gwanghwamun.

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

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near Gwanghwamun.

What can I see and do near Gwanghwamun?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at National Museum of Korean Contemporary History, Alive Museum Insadong or Seoul Museum of Art. While you're exploring, swing by Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and Bukchon Traditional Culture Center to learn a bit about the area. You can catch a show at Myeongdong Nanta Theatre, Myeongdong Theater and Chongdong Theater.

How can I get to Gwanghwamun?

You can walk to nearby metro stations including Gwanghwamun Station, Jonggak Station and Gyeongbokgung Station. If you'd like to venture around the area nearby, you may want a car rental for your journey.

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Our top choices for Gwanghwamun hotels

1. The Westin Josun Seoul

2. Hostel Tommy

3. THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL - 더그랜드롯데 서울

4. Hans House

5. The Prima Hotel Jongno Insadong

6. Hotel Midcity Myeongdong

7. Hotel Sunbee Insadong

8. AMID HOTEL SEOUL

9. Orakai Insadong Suites

10. Hotel Tradiup by the Designers

11. UH Suite Central Seoul

12. UH Continental SeoulCenter

13. HOTEL LETS Pop

14. Hotel Rawa

15. Urbanstay Boutique Ikseon

16. HOTEL LETS ABOVE

17. N285 Hotel Insadong

18. GLOCALOCA

19. Moxy Seoul Insadong

20. Stayz437 Jongno

Compare popular hotels close to Gwanghwamun

Top Gwanghwamun Hotel Reviews

NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

Crown Park Hotel Seoul Myeongdong

Hotel Gracery Seoul

Hotel Midcity Myeongdong

AMID HOTEL SEOUL

UH Continental SeoulCenter

Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station

Other attractions near Gwanghwamun

National Palace Museum of Korea

Statue of Sejong the Great

National Museum of Korean Contemporary History

Dongwha Duty Free Shop

Gallery Hyundai

Kumho Museum of Art

Hanbok Museum

Daelim Museum

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