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A street view with a tree in autumn foliage, buildings, and parked cars.
A hotel corridor with a 36" Smart TV, towels labeled "HOTEL TOMMY", and an air conditioning unit.
A rooftop patio with a table and chairs, a green mat, and a hammock.
A kitchen with two induction cooktops, a frying pan on the left, and a bottle of oil on the right. There are spatulas, a strainer, and scissors hanging on the wall above the cooktops.

1. Hostel Tommy

Hostel Tommy
Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 1.3 km from Gwanghwamun
United States
Peter
Rp1.003.430
Rp1.103.773 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Hostel Tommy
A hotel room with two beds, large windows, and built-in lighting.
A bathroom with a rectangular sink, a bottle of soap, and a gold-colored object on the counter.
A hotel elevator with a wooden door, a 'NO SMOKING' sign, and a 'TAKE YOUR KEY CARD' instruction.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a countertop, and a wooden table.

2. Seoul101 Jongno

Seoul101 Jongno
Insa-dong, 1 km from Gwanghwamun
Japan
Marui
Rp1.044.636
Rp1.149.100 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Seoul101 Jongno
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a counter with a plant.
A hotel corridor with wooden paneling, a white carpet, and a sign indicating the Men's Capsule room number 511-526.

3. STAY OHANA

STAY OHANA
Insa-dong, 1 km from Gwanghwamun
Canada
Mohdeep
Rp1.911.684
Rp2.102.852 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
STAY OHANA
The exterior of the Four Seasons Hotel with traditional Korean architecture and modern building above.
A modern bathroom with a large freestanding bathtub, two chairs, a small table with toiletries, and a potted plant.
A modern high-rise building with illuminated windows and a prominent Samsung Galaxy sign.
A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, wooden partitions, and modern lighting fixtures.

4. Four Seasons Hotel Seoul

Four Seasons Hotel Seoul
0.6 km from Gwanghwamun
United States
Minjeong
Rp11.835.750
Rp13.019.325 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Four Seasons Hotel Seoul
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 traditional pavilion with a tiled roof, stone lion statues, and a stone pagoda.
A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a window with a view of buildings and trees, and a wooden panel on one wall.

5. The Prima Hotel Jongno Insadong

The Prima Hotel Jongno Insadong
Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 0.6 km from Gwanghwamun
United States
amy
Rp2.442.363
Rp2.686.599 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
The Prima Hotel Jongno Insadong
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 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.

6. Hotel Sunbee Insadong

Hotel Sunbee Insadong
Insa-dong, 0.8 km from Gwanghwamun
United States
Duc
Rp2.876.207
Rp3.163.828 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Hotel Sunbee Insadong
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.

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

THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL (Formerly: Lotte Hotel Seoul)
Myeong-dong, 1.2 km from Gwanghwamun
Canada
Claire hayoung
Rp5.490.154
Rp6.643.086 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL (Formerly: Lotte Hotel Seoul)
A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a check-in counter, seating area, and decorative vases.
A modern hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a well-lit facade.
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.

8. NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG
Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 0.6 km from Gwanghwamun
United States
Qin
Rp2.841.420
Rp3.125.562 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG
A person seated at a table with a traditional Japanese meal setup, including a wooden tray, bowls, and a small vase with flowers.
A person in a bathtub with a bottle and candle on the edge.
A person at a table with a teapot, cups, and a bowl, in a room with a plant, a thermostat, and a small electronic device on the wall.
A person using a smartphone at a counter with a caution sign, a candle, and a bottle.

9. Anook Hotel & Spa Seoul Jongno Anguk 2nd

Anook Hotel & Spa Seoul Jongno Anguk 2nd
Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 1.2 km from Gwanghwamun
United States
Morrissey,
Rp1.253.567
Rp1.378.924 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Anook Hotel & Spa Seoul Jongno Anguk 2nd
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 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.

10. AMID HOTEL SEOUL

AMID HOTEL SEOUL
Insa-dong, 0.8 km from Gwanghwamun
United States
Alisha H
Rp2.642.935
Rp2.907.228 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
AMID HOTEL SEOUL
A wooden structure with a traditional design, possibly a gazebo or pavilion, with a view of a garden and a building with a tiled roof in the background.
A traditional Japanese-style interior with wooden beams and tatami flooring, a tatami mat room with a low table and chairs, and a view of a garden with bamboo and a stone wall.
A hallway with wooden flooring and walls, leading to a door with a sign that says "Take off your shoes and experience hanok."
A spacious interior with wooden ceiling beams, a bar area with stools, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

11. Hanok Hotel DAAM

Hanok Hotel DAAM
Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 1.1 km from Gwanghwamun
United States
Geummulgyul
Rp2.051.910
Rp2.257.101 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Hanok Hotel DAAM
A rooftop lounge with outdoor seating, including round wicker sofas and umbrellas, surrounded by greenery and city views.
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.
A restaurant with long wooden tables and black chairs, large windows, and hanging light bulbs.

12. Hotel Midcity Myeongdong

Hotel Midcity Myeongdong
Myeong-dong, 1 km from Gwanghwamun
United States
Aleksandra
Rp2.494.336
Rp2.743.770 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Hotel Midcity Myeongdong
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area, and a city view.
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 hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a small round table, and a sofa.
A modern bathroom with a marble wall, a bench with colorful cushions, and multiple sinks with unique bowls.

13. N285 Hotel Insadong

N285 Hotel Insadong
Insa-dong, 1 km from Gwanghwamun
Canada
Michael
Rp1.940.706
Rp2.134.777 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
N285 Hotel Insadong
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 narrow alleyway with a closed storefront on the left, a tiled walkway, and a building with a brick wall on the right.
A modern interior with a sign reading "urbanstay boutique ikseon".

14. Urbanstay Boutique Ikseon

Urbanstay Boutique Ikseon
1.1 km from Gwanghwamun
United States
Ye Kai
Rp2.664.286
Rp2.930.715 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Urbanstay Boutique Ikseon
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 gym with cardio machines, weightlifting equipment, and dumbbells.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in oven, and a large island with a sink.

15. Orakai Insadong Suites

Orakai Insadong Suites
Insa-dong, 1 km from Gwanghwamun
United States
QINGBO
Rp4.187.838
Rp4.606.622 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Orakai Insadong Suites
A modern hotel with a central courtyard, multiple floors, and a prominent entrance.
A modern hotel room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, a round wooden coffee table, and a seating area with a sofa and armchairs.
A modern lobby with a unique architectural design featuring circular cutouts and a polished tile floor.
A large indoor swimming pool with multiple lounge chairs and large windows offering city views.

16. THE PLAZA Seoul, Autograph Collection

THE PLAZA Seoul, Autograph Collection
Sogong-dong, 1.2 km from Gwanghwamun
Canada
Sean
Rp6.383.900
Rp7.724.518 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
THE PLAZA Seoul, Autograph Collection
A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a window with blinds, and a small hourglass on the floor.
A traditional Japanese entrance with a wooden door, a stone wall, and a lantern.
A person sitting on a wooden bench outside a building with traditional wooden doors and a stone wall.
A room with a view of bamboo outside a window, a seating area, and a small table with a vase.

17. HOTEL JAK Insadong by Anook

HOTEL JAK Insadong by Anook
Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 0.7 km from Gwanghwamun
United States
Noah
Rp1.264.012
Rp1.390.413 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
HOTEL JAK Insadong by Anook
A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low table, cushions, and a large window with shoji screens.
A modern interior with a dining area, a kitchen, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A reception area with a reception desk, a seating area, and a wall with vertical slats.
A modern interior with wooden flooring, a central column, and a seating area with stools.

18. UH Suite Central Seoul

UH Suite Central Seoul
Myeong-dong, 1 km from Gwanghwamun
United States
Rafael
Rp3.551.770
Rp3.906.947 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
UH Suite Central Seoul
A modern hotel corridor with numbered doors, a carpeted floor, and recessed lighting.
A modern hotel corridor with a marble wall, potted plants, and an elevator.
A reception area with a reception desk labeled "INFORMATION," a wall-mounted TV, and a wooden door with "STAYZ 437" signage.

19. Stayz437 Jongno

Stayz437 Jongno
Insa-dong, 1 km from Gwanghwamun
United States
Jenny
Rp1.707.434
Rp1.878.177 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Stayz437 Jongno
A hotel room with a bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and curtains on the windows.

20. Hotel Tradiup by the Designers

Hotel Tradiup by the Designers
Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 1.1 km from Gwanghwamun
United States
LaQuita
Rp1.901.246
Rp2.091.371 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Hotel Tradiup by the Designers
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Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A street view with a tree in autumn foliage, buildings, and parked cars.
Hostel Tommy
9.6
Exceptional
136 reviews
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A hotel room with two beds, large windows, and built-in lighting.
Seoul101 Jongno
9.6
Exceptional
7 reviews
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A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a counter with a plant.
STAY OHANA
9.6
Exceptional
16 reviews
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The exterior of the Four Seasons Hotel with traditional Korean architecture and modern building above.
Four Seasons Hotel Seoul
9.6
Exceptional
1,006 reviews
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An indoor cafe with wicker furniture, large windows, and potted plants.
The Prima Hotel Jongno Insadong
9.4
Exceptional
1,031 reviews
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Top Gwanghwamun Hotel Reviews

THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL (Formerly: Lotte Hotel Seoul)

THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL (Formerly: Lotte Hotel Seoul)

10/10 Excellent
"Good location, Connected to duty Free shop and Lotte Dept store, Clean rooms although old hotel the renovation was done nicely. Only thing lacks lounge, bar area, they have a small corner that opens late, shut down being a lounge to serve lunch or dinner, I had to walk to next Hotel for a Coffey."
ahmad 2-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL (Formerly: Lotte Hotel Seoul)
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent Hotel and staff. Very well located with a fabulous breakfast buffe."
RODOLFO 5-night trip
Posted 19 hours ago
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong

Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong

10/10 Excellent
"Staff was great and the room was very good value"
Manav 2-night trip
Posted 22 hours ago
Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong
Koreana Hotel

Koreana Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Great location!"
Hyun joo 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Koreana Hotel
The Prima Hotel Jongno Insadong

The Prima Hotel Jongno Insadong

8/10 Good
"Great location, clean, very helpful staff. Breakfast buffet was good value. Great to have laundry onsite. The bathroom was so weird with the glass wall between bathroom and bedroom being basically see through. Had to arrange inconvenient out of room times so my daughters could shower with some measure of privacy. What’s the deal with the see-through glass?"
Matthew 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
The Prima Hotel Jongno Insadong
Stanford Hotel Myeongdong

Stanford Hotel Myeongdong

10/10 Excellent
"Our 2nd stay at Stanford Hotel once again met our expectations and needs. We were able to use the secure lockers on the 9th floor (hotel reception) to hold our excess luggage while we went to Tokyo for a 3 nights. Upon return to Seoul Myeongdong, we were able to retrieve our luggage, reorganize, and pack our gifts/purchases. Laundry facilities is available 24-hours on floor 10. Breakfast buffet starts at 07:00-10:00. While the rooms are on the smaller size, for the money we enjoyed our stay. The location can not be beat! We will be coming back to the Stanford Hotel in Myeongdong."
Geraldine 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Stanford Hotel Myeongdong
Hotel Midcity Myeongdong

Hotel Midcity Myeongdong

10/10 Excellent
"Emplacement très bien ! Chambre propre et suffisamment grande. Bien insonorisée."
Zachary 7-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Hotel Midcity Myeongdong
HOTEL JAK Insadong by Anook

HOTEL JAK Insadong by Anook

10/10 Excellent
"THIS IS Perfect!! room is very clean and useful"
JOOHEE 1-night trip
Posted 8 days ago
HOTEL JAK Insadong by Anook
Somerset Palace Seoul

Somerset Palace Seoul

8/10 Good
"The Brekfast was very nice, the room was corect. The location was perfect. The cleaning ladies were excellent"
Marios 6-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
Somerset Palace Seoul

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A traditional Korean building with a curved roof and tiled eaves, surrounded by autumn-colored trees.

National Palace Museum of Korea

You can study the exhibits at National Palace Museum of Korea, 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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A golden statue of a seated figure on a throne with mountains in the background.

Statue of Sejong the Great

A golden statue with a palace and a mountain behind highlight the importance of this individual. Stand in front of the monument to sense his significance.
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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 culturally rich area.
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Dongwha Duty Free Shop

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

You can browse the exhibits at Gallery Hyundai, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
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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 family-friendly area.
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Hanbok Museum

You can study the exhibits at Hanbok Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
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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 312 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 THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL (Formerly: Lotte Hotel Seoul) and NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG.
How many hotels will I be able to find close to Gwanghwamun?
Expedia has 312 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 Bukchon Hanok Village, Gyeongbokgung Palace and Bukchon Traditional Culture Center to learn a bit about the area. You can catch a show at Myeongdong Nanta Theatre, Chongdong Theater and Myeongdong 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.