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1. Hans House

Hans House
2.0 star property
0.5 km from Gwanghwamun
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (25 reviews)
"The area is very charming with its traditional houses and alleyways.The owners are friendly and helpful. I had a very satisfying stay."
Japan
Mikwi
The price is NZ$146
includes taxes & fees
9 June - 10 June
Hans House

2. Nostalgia Hanok Hotel

Nostalgia Hanok Hotel
3.0 star property
0.9 km from Gwanghwamun
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 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 NZ$693
includes taxes & fees
24 June - 25 June
Nostalgia Hanok Hotel

3. 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, (2,059 reviews)
"A beautiful hotel with nice spacious rooms."
United States
Collin
The price is NZ$182
includes taxes & fees
30 June - 1 July
NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

4. The Prima Hotel Jongno

The Prima Hotel Jongno
3.5 star property
Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 0.6 km from Gwanghwamun
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (935 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Akiva Houminer
The price is NZ$195
includes taxes & fees
7 July - 8 July
The Prima Hotel Jongno

5. Hotel Sunbee Insadong

Hotel Sunbee Insadong
3.0 star property
Insa-dong, 0.8 km from Gwanghwamun
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Wonderful hotel - very convenient for public transportation and many attractions within walking distance"
United States
Marita
The price is NZ$241
includes taxes & fees
24 June - 25 June
Hotel Sunbee Insadong

6. 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, (1,150 reviews)
"Excellent hotel, staff, breakfast, location"
Canada
David
The price is NZ$231
includes taxes & fees
29 June - 30 June
Somerset Palace Seoul

7. AMID HOTEL SEOUL

AMID HOTEL SEOUL
4.0 star property
Insa-dong, 0.8 km from Gwanghwamun
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,116 reviews)
"Excellent stay, perfect location, nice spacious room! "
United States
Sarah
The price is NZ$178
includes taxes & fees
8 July - 9 July
AMID HOTEL SEOUL

8. 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, (1,322 reviews)
"Good location, well connected"
United Kingdom
Ratna
The price is NZ$240
includes taxes & fees
6 July - 7 July
Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong

9. 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, (40 reviews)
"Great stay and location to just go and explore and come back and sleep."
United States
Noah
The price is NZ$106
includes taxes & fees
14 June - 15 June
HOTEL JAK Insadong by Anook

10. Hotel Midcity Myeongdong

Hotel Midcity Myeongdong
3.5 star property
Myeong-dong, 1 km from Gwanghwamun
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (937 reviews)
"Convenient location, nice to stay for couple of days for business or tourist trip."
United States
Guoqiang
The price is NZ$182
includes taxes & fees
1 July - 2 July
Hotel Midcity Myeongdong

11. Soosong Guesthouse gwanghwamun Myeongdong

Soosong Guesthouse gwanghwamun Myeongdong
2.5 star property
Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 0.5 km from Gwanghwamun
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (111 reviews)
"Clean & basic room - convenient location good value in a city"
United Kingdom
Gill
The price is NZ$69
includes taxes & fees
6 July - 7 July
Soosong Guesthouse gwanghwamun Myeongdong

12. Stayz437 Jongno

Stayz437 Jongno
3.0 star property
Insa-dong, 1 km from Gwanghwamun
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (123 reviews)
"Great location, friendly and helpful staff"
United States
Ronda May
The price is NZ$103
includes taxes & fees
9 June - 10 June
Stayz437 Jongno

13. Hostel Tommy

Hostel Tommy
3.0 star property
Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 1.3 km from Gwanghwamun
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (134 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly and helpful staff. Convenient location, near trendy cafes :) Thanks Tommy for the lovely stay!! Would love to come back and stay here again when I visit Korea. "
Singapore
Berlynn Wan Yi
The price is NZ$85
includes taxes & fees
10 June - 11 June
Hostel Tommy

14. 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, (63 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 NZ$121
includes taxes & fees
9 June - 10 June
Hanadays Jongno Gwanghwamun

15. The Westin Josun Seoul

The Westin Josun Seoul
5.0 star property
Sogong-dong, 1.3 km from Gwanghwamun
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,031 reviews)
"The room was clean and the staff was very helpful. I would stay there again."
United States
Tina
The price is NZ$589
includes taxes & fees
2 July - 3 July
The Westin Josun Seoul

16. Koreana Hotel

Koreana Hotel
4.0 star property
Myeong-dong, 0.8 km from Gwanghwamun
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,377 reviews)
"Great spot super family friendly"
United States
Vaibhav
The price is NZ$191
includes taxes & fees
9 July - 10 July
Koreana Hotel

17. 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, (366 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 NZ$148
includes taxes & fees
1 July - 2 July
Hanok Hotel DAAM

18. Urbanstay Boutique Ikseon

Urbanstay Boutique Ikseon
3.5 star property
1.1 km from Gwanghwamun
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (147 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 NZ$137
includes taxes & fees
23 June - 24 June
Urbanstay Boutique Ikseon

19. Lotte Hotel Seoul

Lotte Hotel Seoul
5.0 star property
Myeong-dong, 1.2 km from Gwanghwamun
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,231 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Chong
The price is NZ$501
includes taxes & fees
8 July - 9 July
Lotte Hotel Seoul

20. UH Suite Central Seoul

UH Suite Central Seoul
2.0 star property
Myeong-dong, 1 km from Gwanghwamun
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (126 reviews)
"Great hotel to stay at in Seoul. It is very close too many of the stations when going out to explore and the staff was great to let us know how to work the AC and other amenities that they have at their hotel. Rooms are very clean and comfortable with a very cool design for their interior."
United States
Jeanet
The price is NZ$342
includes taxes & fees
11 June - 12 June
UH Suite Central Seoul
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Compare popular hotels close to Gwanghwamun

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Exterior
Hans House
2.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
25 reviews
View
Hillo Jae | Courtyard view
Nostalgia Hanok Hotel
3.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
12 reviews
View
Lobby
NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
2,059 reviews
View
Café
The Prima Hotel Jongno
3.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
935 reviews
View
Front of property
Hotel Sunbee Insadong
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,005 reviews
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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 294 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 Four Seasons Hotel Seoul and NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG.
How many hotels will I be able to find close to Gwanghwamun?
Expedia has 294 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, 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.

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