Seoul Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A modern building with a circular glass facade and a large circular structure in front.
A busy street with a brick building labeled "NeJ" and a "seaTree" store.
A modern building with a distinctive curved roof and purple lighting, situated by a waterfront with a city skyline in the background.
An aerial view of a city with dense urban buildings, a large green park, and a theme park with roller coasters and a lake.
A busy urban street lined with various shops and restaurants, including Starbucks and 7-Eleven.

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Where to stay in Seoul

Find the best Seoul areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Hongdae

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Hongdae. Spend some time visiting top spots like Gyeongui Line Forest Park, and catch the metro at Hongik University Station or Mangwon Station to see more of the area.

Insa-dong

Insa-dong is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Insa-dong and Cheonggyecheon while in the area.

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.

Itaewon 2-dong

If you're spending some time in Itaewon 2-dong, Itaewon Antique Furniture Street and Namsan Botanical Garden are top sights worth seeing.

Samcheong-dong

You'll enjoy the museums and cafes in Samcheong-dong. You might want to make time for a stop at Bukchon Hanok Village or Blue House.

Grand Hyatt Seoul

Grand Hyatt Seoul

5 out of 5
322, Sowol-ro, Yongsan-gu Seoul Seoul
Stay at this luxury hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Loved everything about it!"

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2026

Grand Hyatt Seoul
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

4 out of 5
23-1 Eulji-ro 19-gil, Jung-gu Seoul
The price is 3.363.646 ₫ per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
3.363.646 ₫
3.700.011 ₫ total
7 Jul - 8 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Myeongdong Street and Dongdaemun ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,644 reviews)
"Wonderful stay the washers in rooms were a plus !!! Laundry facilities across street too ! The only thing is it’s in a developing neighborhood but still very close to the strip night life Had a wonderful time !"

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Glad Mapo

Glad Mapo

3.5 out of 5
92, Mapo-daero, Mapo-gu Seoul Mapo
The price is 3.902.452 ₫ per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
3.902.452 ₫
4.292.697 ₫ total
23 Jul - 24 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Quite good experience with Mapo"

Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026

Glad Mapo
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Oakwood Premier Coex Center

Oakwood Premier Coex Center

5 out of 5
46, Teheran-ro 87-gil, Gangnam-gu Seoul Seoul
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,648 reviews)
"Perfect for my stay! Everyone was exceptionally helpful friendly!"

Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026

Oakwood Premier Coex Center
Orakai Insadong Suites

Orakai Insadong Suites

4 out of 5
18 Insadong 4-Gil Jongno-Gu Seoul Seoul
Stay at this aparthotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,632 reviews)
"In the heart of central Seoul, you have amazing access to so many great places to visit. To compliment that, this hotel was so exquisitely nice to stay in. The views are breathtaking of the palaces and other neighborhoods of Jongro (Jongno) and Insadong. The rooms are suburb and the staff help helped ..."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026

Orakai Insadong Suites
Uljiro Co-Op Residence

Uljiro Co-Op Residence

3 out of 5
246, Eulji-ro, Jung-gu Seoul Seoul
Stay at this aparthotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very good! (2,840 reviews)
"The hotel was right in the middle of all kinds of restaurants, shopping, parks, public transportation. Easy ride from the airport on the airport bus. Very convenient."

Reviewed on 16 Jun 2026

Uljiro Co-Op Residence
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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