Hwagok-dong Travel Guide
Seoul
Visit Hwagok-dong
Things to do
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Suspension Bridge & JSA Museum)
Explore DMZ from Seoul +(optional) Gondola/Red Suspension Bridge
Seoul: South Korea Roaming Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan
Seoul: DMZ Tour with JSA Museum Defector & Red Bridge Option
Top hotels in Hwagok-dong
Hwagok Lush Hotel
"The sink was closed, there were slippers available but they had already been used. The bed was very uncomfortable, and the mattress was an air mattress."
Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026
Grand Hyatt Seoul
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
"The hotel was in an excellent location that made it easy to get to via the Metro and also easy to walk to many of the sights around. Many other aspects of the room and facilities were excellent. The 2 things preventing this being a 5 star review were the breakfast which was good but without a huge ..."
Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026
Fairfield by Marriott Seoul
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
"Very helpful staff and great location."
Reviewed on 23 Aug 2026
Hotel Gracery Seoul
"First of all the location is perfect! Close to all the main attractions, metro and bus stations! The staff was kind and helpful, the room was impeccably cleaned every day, the view was amazing!! Breakfast was good but almost the same every day, some changes would be nice. One negative element though.. ..."
Reviewed on 23 Aug 2026
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 Seven Luck Casino Seoul Gangnam Branch. 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 Hongdae Street, 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.
Yongsan-gu
Travellers choose Yongsan-gu for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Hyochang Park Station or Namyeong Station and check out top sights like Yongsan Electronics Market.
