The Best Hotels Closest to Seodaemun Prison History Museum in Seoul - 2026 Updated Prices

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A courtyard with a gravel path, potted plants, and a stone statue.

A cozy room with a bed, a wooden coffee table, and a patterned wall.

A cozy living room with a low ceiling, patterned wallpaper, and a wooden ceiling beam. There is a sofa with patterned cushions, a coffee table, and a lamp.

A traditional Japanese building with a patterned exterior, a large window, and a well-lit entrance.

1. HanokHanok

1.4 km from Seodaemun Prison History Museum

Kenneth

Rp1.453.299

Rp1.598.629 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a bed, and a wooden floor.

A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a wooden vanity, and a robe hanging on a rack.

A gym with treadmills, weight machines, and a rack of dumbbells.

A cityscape with a prominent hotel building labeled "SUITE HOTEL" featuring a modern design with numerous windows and a flat roof.

2. ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

Sogong-dong, 2.1 km from Seodaemun Prison History Museum

Pui Yee

Rp2.486.222

Rp2.734.839 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

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

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.

3. The Prima Hotel Jongno Insadong

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 2.4 km from Seodaemun Prison History Museum

gousheng

Rp1.893.438

Rp2.082.789 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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 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.

4. The Westin Josun Seoul

Sogong-dong, 2.4 km from Seodaemun Prison History Museum

Gregory

Rp6.495.723

Rp7.859.824 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

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.

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

5. THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL (Formerly: Lotte Hotel Seoul)

Myeong-dong, 2.3 km from Seodaemun Prison History Museum

Mahajabin

Rp5.881.402

Rp7.116.496 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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

A gated entrance to a building with a red door, a brick wall, and potted plants.

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

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

6. Hans House

1.3 km from Seodaemun Prison History Museum

Mikwi

Rp1.726.064

Rp1.898.670 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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

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

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

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, 2.5 km from Seodaemun Prison History Museum

Diana

Rp3.407.797

Rp3.748.577 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern hotel with a glass facade, a prominent sign, and a unique red sculpture in the foreground.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of a tower.

A modern living room with a glass coffee table, decorative vases, and a sofa.

A modern lounge with sofas, chairs, and a coffee table, featuring large windows with a cityscape view.

8. Courtyard by Marriott Seoul Myeongdong

Sogong-dong, 2.4 km from Seodaemun Prison History Museum

MeShawn M

Rp4.474.980

Rp4.922.478 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

A modern urban street with tall buildings, a clear sky, and a road with directional arrows.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a flat-screen TV.

A coffee shop interior with a wooden counter, digital menu boards, and seating area.

A modern lounge area with a long wooden table, cushioned seating, and a laptop on a desk.

9. Hotel Modak Namdaemun

Sogong-dong, 2.1 km from Seodaemun Prison History Museum

Amit

Rp1.902.854

Rp2.093.139 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

A modern hotel with a vertical facade, large windows, and a sign reading "HOTEL GRACERY".

A modern interior with a sign for a smoking room, a wooden door, and contemporary furniture.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a TV, and a view of the cityscape through the window.

A hotel lobby with a clear floor plan sign indicating guest rooms, a reception area, and a hotel grocery.

10. Hotel Gracery Seoul

Sogong-dong, 2.3 km from Seodaemun Prison History Museum

Michelle

Rp2.429.805

Rp2.672.786 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

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

A restaurant with long wooden tables and black chairs, large windows, and hanging light bulbs.

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

11. Hotel Midcity Myeongdong

Myeong-dong, 2.3 km from Seodaemun Prison History Museum

Cameron

Rp2.379.401

Rp2.617.341 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

A beach scene with people walking and standing, a sunset in the background, and a hill in the distance.

A wooden deck with outdoor seating, including chairs and a table, and a mural on the wall.

A tree with white blossoms in front of a yellow building with a purple awning.

A hotel corridor with a decorated Christmas tree, a reception desk, and a modern interior design.

12. OPPA Hostel Sinchon-Hongdae

2.5 km from Seodaemun Prison History Museum

Martin

Rp523.055

Rp575.360 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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

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

A modern hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a well-lit facade.

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

13. NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 2.4 km from Seodaemun Prison History Museum

Sung Min

Rp2.346.730

Rp2.581.403 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

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

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

14. AMID HOTEL SEOUL

Insa-dong, 2.5 km from Seodaemun Prison History Museum

Dwight

Rp2.227.901

Rp2.450.691 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of a cityscape at night.

A modern reception desk with a sleek design, a digital display, and a potted plant.

A restaurant setting with a bar area, dining tables, and a city view.

A modern indoor hot tub with a view of the cityscape through large windows.

15. Fraser Place Namdaemun Seoul

Sogong-dong, 2.3 km from Seodaemun Prison History Museum

Katherine

Rp3.544.184

Rp3.898.602 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

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

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

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

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

16. Stayz437 Jongno

Insa-dong, 2.5 km from Seodaemun Prison History Museum

Isadora

Rp919.260

Rp1.011.186 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A modern bathroom with a bathtub, seating area, and large windows offering a city view.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a bed, a seating area, and a small table with a vase and cups.

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

A view from a hotel room window overlooking a cityscape with modern buildings and a prominent tower.

17. UH Continental SeoulCenter

Sogong-dong, 2.3 km from Seodaemun Prison History Museum

Li-Han

Rp2.929.082

Rp3.221.990 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

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

18. GLOCALOCA

Sogong-dong, 1.9 km from Seodaemun Prison History Museum

Brian

Rp1.862.371

Rp2.048.608 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A modern high-rise building with a glass facade, multiple floors, and a prominent entrance with a red accent.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a small table with a vase, a TV, and a kitchenette.

A reception area with a dark reception desk, a digital screen, and a marble wall.

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

19. The Stay Classic Hotel Myeongdong

Sogong-dong, 2.4 km from Seodaemun Prison History Museum

Marichu

Rp2.152.003

Rp2.367.203 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

The exterior of a building with the sign "SHILLA STAY" indicating a hotel or accommodation.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV.

A buffet with various food items and a view of the cityscape through large windows.

A modern fireplace with a stone facade and a visible fire.

20. Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station

1.4 km from Seodaemun Prison History Museum

Milica

Rp2.109.633

Rp2.320.597 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
HanokHanok	10.0 Exceptional 21 reviews	View
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun	9.4 Exceptional 3,771 reviews	View
The Prima Hotel Jongno Insadong	9.4 Exceptional 1,067 reviews	View
The Westin Josun Seoul	9.6 Exceptional 1,021 reviews	View
THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL (Formerly: Lotte Hotel Seoul)	9.4 Exceptional 2,237 reviews	View

Top Seodaemun Prison History Museum Hotel Reviews

NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

8/10 Good

"Room was small and dark, but nicely laid out. Fairly modern dark design. Nice fragrant scent throughout. Super great location if in Seoul for a short history and culture tour. Amenities are top notch. Near transportation hub, right in the heart of Insadong's main attractions, shopping and food options. Free 12 hr Locker room fascilities makes this hotel the Best option for our short stay in Seoul. Only negative was no hot water in the shower, I am not into ice baths, but short stay so made work."

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

10/10 Excellent

"We really liked this hotel. Good location, very lovely staff, great breakfast and to top it off, an indoor swimming pool that we used every morning before breakfast. We had the twin family room (2 friends in separate beds. The room was spacious and the beds very comfortable."

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

10/10 Excellent

"Great Hotel with clean rooms, washer and dryer and all amenities that we could asked for for our 13 day stay. Will return in March and stay here again."

Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station

10/10 Excellent

"Very convenient location of this hotel. The staffs are helpful and friendly."

HOTEL MYEONGDONGJANG

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was exceptionally friendly and accommodating!"

Koreana Hotel

8/10 Good

"시니어한테는 너무추웠음 온도가조절이안됨 에어컨을끄고잤음"

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was very well located for Myeongdong. Very nice hotel with very friendly staff. It had coin laundry facilities in the hotel which was very convenient. However you had to go to the 3rd floor for irons (no irons available in the bedroom)."

Crown Park Hotel Seoul Myeongdong

8/10 Good

"Great location. Staff ok. Rooms clean and modern. Good value."

Step Inn Myeongdong 1

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, right in the heart of it all, room was clean, breakfast was nice, definitely recommend"

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Seodaemun Prison History Museum?

Seodaemun Prison History Museum is located in a culturally rich area of Seoul known for its array of dining options and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 44 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Seodaemun Prison History Museum?

Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a fitness centre. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Seodaemun Prison History Museum. Other good options within 5 miles include Hotel Gracery Seoul and ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Seodaemun Prison History Museum?

Expedia has 44 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Seodaemun Prison History Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Seodaemun Prison History Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best deals near Seodaemun Prison History Museum.

What can I see and do near Seodaemun Prison History Museum?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at National Museum of Korean Contemporary History, Yonsei University Museum or Alive Museum Insadong. Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and Gwanghwamun are some of the notable landmarks to see in the area. You can catch a show at Myeongdong Nanta Theatre, Chongdong Theater and Myeongdong Theater.

How can I get to Seodaemun Prison History Museum?

Take advantage of metro transport at Sinchon Station, Ewha Woman's University Station and Ahyeon Station. If you'd like to venture farther outside of the area, you may want a car rental for your journey.

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Our top choices for Seodaemun Prison History Museum hotels

1. HanokHanok

2. ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

3. The Prima Hotel Jongno Insadong

4. The Westin Josun Seoul

5. THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL (Formerly: Lotte Hotel Seoul)

6. Hans House

7. Hotel Sunbee Insadong

8. Courtyard by Marriott Seoul Myeongdong

9. Hotel Modak Namdaemun

10. Hotel Gracery Seoul

11. Hotel Midcity Myeongdong

12. OPPA Hostel Sinchon-Hongdae

13. NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

14. AMID HOTEL SEOUL

15. Fraser Place Namdaemun Seoul

16. Stayz437 Jongno

17. UH Continental SeoulCenter

18. GLOCALOCA

19. The Stay Classic Hotel Myeongdong

20. Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station

Compare popular hotels close to Seodaemun Prison History Museum

Top Seodaemun Prison History Museum Hotel Reviews

NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station

HOTEL MYEONGDONGJANG

Koreana Hotel

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

Crown Park Hotel Seoul Myeongdong

Step Inn Myeongdong 1

Other attractions near Seodaemun Prison History Museum

Seoul Fortress Walls

Gyeonghuigung Palace

Seodaemun Independence Park

Dongnimmun Gate

Inwangsa Temple

Bongwonsa Temple

Sajik Park

Supsok Hanbang Land

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