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

A room with a 45' Smart TV mounted on the wall, a wooden ladder, two towels, a fire extinguisher, a wooden table, and a window with a view.

A building with multiple storefronts including a 7-Eleven and a Hostel Tommy.

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

1. Hostel Tommy

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 1.3 km from Gwanghwamun

Peter

HK$485

HK$533 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

A grand entrance with a floral archway and a central aisle leading to a stage.

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

A corridor with dark walls, a patterned floor, and recessed lighting.

2. The Westin Josun Seoul

Sogong-dong, 1.3 km from Gwanghwamun

Makayla Leela

HK$3,803

HK$4,602 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

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

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

A kitchen with white cabinets, a gas stove, a toaster, and dish drying racks.

3. Hans House

0.5 km from Gwanghwamun

Mikwi

HK$789

HK$868 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

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

A poolside area with modern lounge chairs and a view of illuminated city buildings at night.

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.

4. THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL - 더그랜드롯데 서울

Myeong-dong, 1.2 km from Gwanghwamun

Mahajabin

HK$3,332

HK$4,031 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a counter with a plant.

A rooftop terrace with artificial grass, outdoor seating, and modern buildings in the background.

5. STAY OHANA

Insa-dong, 1 km from Gwanghwamun

Vittoria

HK$1,070

HK$1,177 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a check-in counter, seating area, and decorative vases.

A modern lounge with large windows, yellow sofas, and round tables.

A modern interior with a dining area, a wooden cabinet, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a view of the city skyline.

6. NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 0.6 km from Gwanghwamun

Meirav

HK$1,529

HK$1,682 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

A cozy living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a decorative plant.

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

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

7. AMID HOTEL SEOUL

Insa-dong, 0.8 km from Gwanghwamun

Dwight

HK$1,123

HK$1,236 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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

A hotel room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a wooden bench, and a traditional decorative screen.

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.

8. Hotel Sunbee Insadong

Insa-dong, 0.8 km from Gwanghwamun

HK$1,521

HK$1,674 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 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.

9. Hotel Midcity Myeongdong

Myeong-dong, 1 km from Gwanghwamun

Eduard

HK$1,556

HK$1,711 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

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

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

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a window with a view of buildings and trees, and a wooden panel on one wall.

10. The Prima Hotel Jongno Insadong

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 0.6 km from Gwanghwamun

Erfan

HK$1,359

HK$1,495 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A modern hotel entrance with a prominent geometric sculpture, a well-lit facade, and a cityscape in the background.

A modern gym with treadmills, stationary bikes, and weight machines.

A hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a bed, a desk, and a chair.

A coffee shop interior with brick walls, wooden tables, and hanging pendant lights.

11. LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

Myeong-dong, 1.4 km from Gwanghwamun

Arnel

HK$1,555

HK$1,710 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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

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

A narrow alleyway with a closed storefront on the left, a tiled walkway, and a building with a brick wall on the right.

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

12. 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$1,199

HK$1,319 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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

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

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

13. HOTEL LETS ABOVE

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 1.3 km from Gwanghwamun

Carolyn

HK$555

HK$610 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A hot spring bath with a mountain mural, wooden beams, and a clock.

A corridor with a stone wall, wooden slats, and a sign reading "Express".

A buffet with various food items and a decorative centerpiece.

A stone waterfall feature in a bathroom with wooden tiled walls.

14. Dormyinn EXPRESS SEOUL Insadong

Insa-dong, 1 km from Gwanghwamun

Le Ha

HK$1,170

HK$1,287 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

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

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

A hotel corridor with a sign indicating the Welcome Desk.

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

15. GLOCALOCA

Sogong-dong, 1 km from Gwanghwamun

Virginia Anne

HK$1,171

HK$1,288 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

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

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a view of the city through floor-to-ceiling windows, and a minimalist design.

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.

16. Orakai Insadong Suites

Insa-dong, 1 km from Gwanghwamun

Roxanne

HK$2,057

HK$2,263 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.

A modern hotel corridor with a marble wall, potted plants, and an elevator.

17. Stayz437 Jongno

Insa-dong, 1 km from Gwanghwamun

Axel

HK$727

HK$799 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A modern hotel room with two beds, wooden paneling, and a nightstand with a vase.

A gym with exercise equipment, a bench, and a wall-mounted TV.

A modern interior with seating areas, tables, and a bookshelf.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a table, a bathtub, and a large window offering a city view.

18. UH Continental SeoulCenter

Sogong-dong, 1.2 km from Gwanghwamun

Kitty

HK$1,913

HK$2,104 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A reception area with a wooden desk, a computer, and a shelf with cups and mugs.

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

A modern building with a rooftop garden and the name "DRIP & DROP" visible.

A modern bar area with a concrete accent wall, a bicycle mounted on the wall, and a wooden counter with stools.

19. HOTEL DRIP&DROP Myeongdong

Myeong-dong, 1.3 km from Gwanghwamun

HIROKI

HK$956

HK$1,052 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A modern hotel with a glass facade, multiple floors, and a prominent entrance with a large sign.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and large windows offering a city view.

A modern hotel room with a large window offering a view of a high-rise building and a glass structure. There is a round table and a beige armchair.

A modern hotel lobby with a marble reception desk, seating area, and large windows offering views of the city.

20. Stanford Hotel Myeongdong

Myeong-dong, 1.4 km from Gwanghwamun

Prajakta

HK$1,894

HK$2,083 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

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Hostel Tommy	9.6 Exceptional 140 reviews	View
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Top Gwanghwamun Hotel Reviews

Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong

10/10 Excellent

"Very good locati"

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

8/10 Good

"Very central location and close airport limousine bus stop. Caffe Angelinus is a very good for snacks and cofee. Very helpful staff. Only one day when we came back from morning site seeing for afternoon rest by 3 pm, the room was not made, so one star less. Key is location."

Hotel Midcity Myeongdong

10/10 Excellent

"Location was great, close to Lotte Department Mall and Myeongdong shopping street and night market. The breakfast was okay, not a lot of variety but menu changes daily and have a mix of western and asian dishes. The staff at front desk were very helpful and friendly, they helped with directions and reserving our taxi to Incheon from the hotel."

The Prima Hotel Jongno Insadong

8/10 Good

"The location is great, very easy to access subway"

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

8/10 Good

"It was very clean Only thing we did not like the airport bus does not stop at the property and bus stop was little far"

THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL - 더그랜드롯데 서울

8/10 Good

"Outstanding! Staff are very courteous. Room/linen- sheets -towels/ smell of the room/amenities/are all excellent. Only one suggestion: There’s two bathrobe - good quality, however, I recommend to make the other bathrobe bigger than the other one- for man size. My husband was not able to use it as it was small for him. Overall - excellent!!"

Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel was very clean and modern. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Location is EXCELLENT especially for shopping areas in Seoul. Rooms are quite comfortable but there isn’t any room for unpacking and storing clothes except on a bench in our room. Overall though, I highly recommend this hotel and would stay there again."

AMID HOTEL SEOUL

10/10 Excellent

"We were very happy with this hotel. So hard to pick a hotel when are not familiar with the area so we were pleasantly surprised at how nice this hotel was. Clean, roomy, with fridge & tea pot. I really love that they cleaned the room daily and staff were super helpful. Definitely recommend."

Step Inn Myeongdong 1

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room and clean and laundry machine"

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National Museum of Korean Contemporary History

You can study the exhibits at National Museum of Korean Contemporary History, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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During your trip to Seoul, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Dongwha Duty Free Shop. While in this culturally rich area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Gallery Hyundai

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Kumho Museum of Art

10.0/10 (1 review)

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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. Hostel Tommy

2. The Westin Josun Seoul

3. Hans House

4. THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL - 더그랜드롯데 서울

5. STAY OHANA

6. NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

7. AMID HOTEL SEOUL

8. Hotel Sunbee Insadong

9. Hotel Midcity Myeongdong

10. The Prima Hotel Jongno Insadong

11. LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

12. Urbanstay Boutique Ikseon

13. HOTEL LETS ABOVE

14. Dormyinn EXPRESS SEOUL Insadong

15. GLOCALOCA

16. Orakai Insadong Suites

17. Stayz437 Jongno

18. UH Continental SeoulCenter

19. HOTEL DRIP&DROP Myeongdong

20. Stanford Hotel Myeongdong

Compare popular hotels close to Gwanghwamun

Top Gwanghwamun Hotel Reviews

Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

Hotel Midcity Myeongdong

The Prima Hotel Jongno Insadong

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL - 더그랜드롯데 서울

Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong

AMID HOTEL SEOUL

Step Inn Myeongdong 1

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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