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Our top choices for Gwanghwamun hotels

Four Seasons Hotel Seoul

Four Seasons Hotel Seoul
5.0 star property
0.6 km from Gwanghwamun
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Location was excellent. Service was superb. View was fantastic. Overall everything was absolutely fabulous"
United States
Ardeshir
The price is HK$4,046
HK$4,451 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Four Seasons Hotel Seoul

Nostalgia Hanok Hotel

Nostalgia Hanok Hotel
3.0 star property
0.9 km from Gwanghwamun
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"Perfect location and setting. Nice and quiet and affords the opportunity to hang out in Bukchon village without the tourists. "
United Kingdom
Andre
The price is HK$2,714
HK$2,986 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Nostalgia Hanok Hotel

NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG
4.0 star property
Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 0.6 km from Gwanghwamun
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,052 reviews)
"A beautiful hotel with nice spacious rooms."
United States
Collin
The price is HK$1,012
HK$1,113 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

The Prima Hotel Jongno

The Prima Hotel Jongno
4.0 star property
Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 0.6 km from Gwanghwamun
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (957 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Akiva Houminer
The price is HK$861
HK$947 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
The Prima Hotel Jongno

Hotel Sunbee Insadong

Hotel Sunbee Insadong
3.0 star property
Insa-dong, 0.8 km from Gwanghwamun
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Wonderful hotel - very convenient for public transportation and many attractions within walking distance"
United States
Marita
The price is HK$1,106
HK$1,216 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Hotel Sunbee Insadong

Gongsimga Hanok Guesthouse

Gongsimga Hanok Guesthouse
2.0 star property
0.4 km from Gwanghwamun
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (92 reviews)
"The hanok is in a wonderful location, convenient to the subway and a lot of sightseeing, and great food. The host was very accommodating and friendly, and the room was clean and perfect for a traditional stay. "
United States
Angela
The price is HK$391
HK$486 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Gongsimga Hanok Guesthouse

AMID HOTEL SEOUL

AMID HOTEL SEOUL
4.0 star property
Insa-dong, 0.8 km from Gwanghwamun
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,132 reviews)
"The staff was welcoming and wonderful. The breakfast was great, the rooms were comfortable and quiet, and the location was perfect."
United States
ann
The price is HK$851
HK$936 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
AMID HOTEL SEOUL

Somerset Palace Seoul

Somerset Palace Seoul
4.0 star property
Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 0.4 km from Gwanghwamun
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,158 reviews)
"Excellent hotel, staff, breakfast, location"
Canada
David
The price is HK$971
HK$1,068 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Somerset Palace Seoul

Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong

Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong
4.0 star property
Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 0.5 km from Gwanghwamun
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,341 reviews)
"Nearby the palace and lots of places to go around by foot."
Singapore
Asyraf
The price is HK$1,067
HK$1,173 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong

HOTEL JAK Insadong by Anook

HOTEL JAK Insadong by Anook
3.0 star property
Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 0.7 km from Gwanghwamun
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (48 reviews)
"Great stay and location to just go and explore and come back and sleep."
United States
Noah
The price is HK$552
HK$607 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul
HOTEL JAK Insadong by Anook

Stayz437 Jongno

Stayz437 Jongno
3.0 star property
Insa-dong, 1 km from Gwanghwamun
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (128 reviews)
"Good location, easy access to various places on foot."
United States
Inja
The price is HK$397
HK$436 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Stayz437 Jongno

Dormyinn EXPRESS SEOUL Insadong

Dormyinn EXPRESS SEOUL Insadong
3.0 star property
Insa-dong, 1 km from Gwanghwamun
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (229 reviews)
"I absolutely love this hotel! Everything was so convenient. Easy to get to the train. The onset was amazing and love the free ice cream. The room was a decent size for a solo traveler and very clean. I will definitely recommend staying here and will be back."
United States
Charnita
The price is HK$732
HK$805 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Dormyinn EXPRESS SEOUL Insadong

Hotel Midcity Myeongdong

Hotel Midcity Myeongdong
3.5 star property
Myeong-dong, 1 km from Gwanghwamun
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (961 reviews)
"Convenient location, nice to stay for couple of days for business or tourist trip."
United States
Guoqiang
The price is HK$970
HK$1,067 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Hotel Midcity Myeongdong

STAY OHANA

STAY OHANA
2.0 star property
Insa-dong, 1 km from Gwanghwamun
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (7 reviews)
"Great hotel/ hostel in a great location. We stayed in a family room. It’s a tight space if you have a lot of luggage. They have sh"
United Kingdom
Niamh
The price is HK$516
HK$567 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
STAY OHANA

N285 Hotel Insadong

N285 Hotel Insadong
2.0 star property
Insa-dong, 1 km from Gwanghwamun
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (688 reviews)
"Great location and friendly staff"
Australia
Thomas
The price is HK$720
HK$792 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
N285 Hotel Insadong

Urbanstay Boutique Ikseon

Urbanstay Boutique Ikseon
3.5 star property
1.1 km from Gwanghwamun
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (148 reviews)
"I stayed at Urban stay Boutique Ikseon in Seoul and had a pleasant experience. The best part was the location in the heart of Ikseon-dong, surrounded by cafes, restaurants, convenience stores, and attractions within walking distance. The room was clean, modern, and comfortable, and the self check-in process was easy. Nearby subway stations also made getting around Seoul convenient. If you want a stylish and well-located place to stay for sightseeing and food trips, Urbanstay Boutique Ikseon...
Canada
Justines
The price is HK$693
HK$763 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jul - 3 Jul
Urbanstay Boutique Ikseon

Hanok Hotel DAAM

Hanok Hotel DAAM
3.0 star property
Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 1.1 km from Gwanghwamun
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (373 reviews)
"Fantastic place to stay in Seoul! Comfortable bed, great Korean hanok design, friendly staff, good breakfast and wonderful location."
Canada
Garth Alan
The price is HK$699
HK$769 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Hanok Hotel DAAM

Hanadays Jongno Gwanghwamun

Hanadays Jongno Gwanghwamun
2.0 star property
Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 0.6 km from Gwanghwamun
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (64 reviews)
"Wonderful for solo travelers! Keep in mind the bathroom is a shower; the shower is not separate. Also if this is your first time traveling to South Korea, note that you need to put your key in the slot for the air conditioning to turn on. Thank you Hana Days!"
United States
tianna
The price is HK$472
HK$519 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Hanadays Jongno Gwanghwamun

Lotte Hotel Seoul

Lotte Hotel Seoul
5.0 star property
Myeong-dong, 1.2 km from Gwanghwamun
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,204 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Chong
The price is HK$2,299
HK$2,782 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
Lotte Hotel Seoul

Koreana Hotel

Koreana Hotel
4.0 star property
Myeong-dong, 0.8 km from Gwanghwamun
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,381 reviews)
"Great spot super family friendly"
United States
Vaibhav
The price is HK$947
HK$1,042 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Koreana Hotel
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Compare popular hotels close to Gwanghwamun

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Exterior
Four Seasons Hotel Seoul
5.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
1,001 reviews
View
Courtyard view
Nostalgia Hanok Hotel
3.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
14 reviews
View
Lobby
NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
2,052 reviews
View
Café
The Prima Hotel Jongno
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
957 reviews
View
Front of property
Hotel Sunbee Insadong
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,001 reviews
View

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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 304 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 ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun and Hotel Gracery Seoul.
How many hotels will I be able to find close to Gwanghwamun?
Expedia has 304 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, Seoul Museum of Art or Seodaemun Prison History Museum. 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, Seoul Namsan Gugakdang and Hongdae Music Show Theatre.
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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