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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 2.237.189 ₫
2.460.908 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jun - 22 Jun
Hans House
Lobby

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, (2,049 reviews)
"A beautiful hotel with nice spacious rooms."
United States
Collin
The price is 3.355.763 ₫
3.691.334 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG
Hillo Jae | Courtyard view

Nostalgia Hanok Hotel

Nostalgia Hanok Hotel
3.0 star property
0.9 km from Gwanghwamun
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 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 11.185.913 ₫
12.304.504 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Nostalgia Hanok Hotel
Café

The Prima Hotel Jongno

The Prima Hotel Jongno
4.0 star property
Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 0.6 km from Gwanghwamun
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (945 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Akiva Houminer
The price is 3.113.398 ₫
3.424.736 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
The Prima Hotel Jongno
Front of property

Hotel Sunbee Insadong

Hotel Sunbee Insadong
3.0 star property
Insa-dong, 0.8 km from Gwanghwamun
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Wonderful hotel - very convenient for public transportation and many attractions within walking distance"
United States
Marita
The price is 3.341.156 ₫
3.675.272 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Hotel Sunbee Insadong
Exterior

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, (1,332 reviews)
"Nearby the palace and lots of places to go around by foot."
Singapore
Asyraf
The price is 3.469.186 ₫
3.816.105 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong
Exterior

AMID HOTEL SEOUL

AMID HOTEL SEOUL
4.0 star property
Insa-dong, 0.8 km from Gwanghwamun
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,126 reviews)
"The staff was welcoming and wonderful. The breakfast was great, the rooms were comfortable and quiet, and the location was perfect."
United States
ann
The price is 2.845.417 ₫
3.129.959 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
AMID HOTEL SEOUL
Signature Spa Room | Private spa tub

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, (45 reviews)
"Great stay and location to just go and explore and come back and sleep."
United States
Noah
The price is 1.538.063 ₫
1.691.869 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jun - 22 Jun
HOTEL JAK Insadong by Anook
Sun deck

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, (113 reviews)
"Clean & basic room - convenient location good value in a city"
United Kingdom
Gill
The price is 900.457 ₫
990.503 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jun - 23 Jun
Soosong Guesthouse gwanghwamun Myeongdong
Hallway

Stayz437 Jongno

Stayz437 Jongno
3.0 star property
Insa-dong, 1 km from Gwanghwamun
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (126 reviews)
"Good location, easy access to various places on foot."
United States
Inja
The price is 1.916.776 ₫
2.108.454 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jun - 23 Jun
Stayz437 Jongno
Property amenity

Dormyinn EXPRESS SEOUL Insadong

Dormyinn EXPRESS SEOUL Insadong
3.0 star property
Insa-dong, 1 km from Gwanghwamun
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (224 reviews)
"I absolutely love this hotel! Everything was so convenient. Easy to get to the train. The onset was amazing and love the free ice cream. The room was a decent size for a solo traveler and very clean. I will definitely recommend staying here and will be back."
United States
Charnita
The price is 2.639.565 ₫
2.903.521 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Dormyinn EXPRESS SEOUL Insadong
Land view from property

Hotel Midcity Myeongdong

Hotel Midcity Myeongdong
3.5 star property
Myeong-dong, 1 km from Gwanghwamun
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (946 reviews)
"Convenient location, nice to stay for couple of days for business or tourist trip."
United States
Guoqiang
The price is 3.245.908 ₫
3.570.499 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Hotel Midcity Myeongdong
Bar (on property)

Lotte Hotel Seoul

Lotte Hotel Seoul
5.0 star property
Myeong-dong, 1.2 km from Gwanghwamun
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,218 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Chong
The price is 5.955.722 ₫
7.206.424 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Lotte Hotel Seoul
Property entrance

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, (369 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 2.337.222 ₫
2.570.944 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Hanok Hotel DAAM
Deluxe Double with breakfast | Premium bedding, minibar, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Hotel Tradiup by the Designers

Hotel Tradiup by the Designers
3.0 star property
Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 1.1 km from Gwanghwamun
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (28 reviews)
"Great breakfast, good amenities, wonderful location!"
United States
Rich
The price is 2.557.841 ₫
2.813.625 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Hotel Tradiup by the Designers
Studio | Blackout curtains, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

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 2.234.985 ₫
2.458.483 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jun - 26 Jun
Urbanstay Boutique Ikseon
Indoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool cabanas (surcharge)

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 7.519.419 ₫
9.098.497 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jul - 16 Jul
The Westin Josun Seoul
Deluxe Twin Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

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, (64 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 2.104.070 ₫
2.314.477 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jun - 26 Jun
Hanadays Jongno Gwanghwamun
Exterior

Orakai Insadong Suites

Orakai Insadong Suites
4.0 star property
Insa-dong, 1 km from Gwanghwamun
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,615 reviews)
"It is just great Hotel in center of Seoul"
United States
jae
The price is 4.357.845 ₫
4.793.630 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Orakai Insadong Suites
Double Room A (No Parking) | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

N285 Hotel Insadong

N285 Hotel Insadong
2.0 star property
Insa-dong, 1 km from Gwanghwamun
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (681 reviews)
"Great location and friendly staff"
Australia
Thomas
The price is 2.407.767 ₫
2.648.544 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
N285 Hotel Insadong
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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
Lobby
NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
2,049 reviews
View
Hillo Jae | Courtyard view
Nostalgia Hanok Hotel
3.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
13 reviews
View
Café
The Prima Hotel Jongno
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
945 reviews
View
Front of property
Hotel Sunbee Insadong
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,002 reviews
View

Top Gwanghwamun Hotel Reviews

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

10/10 Excellent
"Would recommend this place. Cleanliness was excellent and location was close to shops."
Roland 3-night trip
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HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

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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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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 295 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
How many hotels will I be able to find close to Gwanghwamun?
Expedia has 295 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 Bank of Korea 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, Seoul Namsan Gugakdang and Chongdong 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.