The Best Hotels Closest to Gyeongbokgung Palace in Seoul - 2026 Updated Prices

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A courtyard with a gravel path, potted plants, and a stone statue.

A bedroom with a window, a bedside table with a lamp, a bed, and a shelf with various items.

A traditional Japanese building with a patterned exterior, a large window, and a well-lit entrance.

A cozy room with a bed, a wooden coffee table, and a patterned wall.

1. HanokHanok

0.5 km from Gyeongbokgung Palace

Kenneth

2.163.452 ₫

2.379.797 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A luxurious lobby with marble flooring, a grand chandelier, and a central bar area.

A poolside area with modern lounge chairs and a view of illuminated city buildings at night.

A luxurious lobby with a grand chandelier, a bar area, and large windows offering a view of a waterfall.

A formal event space with a long table, chandeliers, and floral decorations.

2. THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL - 더그랜드롯데 서울

Myeong-dong, 1.5 km from Gyeongbokgung Palace

Mahajabin

9.782.906 ₫

11.837.317 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

An indoor cafe with wicker furniture, large windows, and potted plants.

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.

A sculpture in a lobby with glass doors and a visible exit sign.

3. The Prima Hotel Jongno Insadong

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 0.8 km from Gyeongbokgung Palace

Paul

2.795.713 ₫

3.075.284 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A modern building with large windows, a wooden facade, and a visible entrance.

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.

An outdoor seating area with tables and benches, a building with glass doors, and a tree in the background.

4. Hotel Sunbee Insadong

Insa-dong, 1 km from Gyeongbokgung Palace

Diana

5.112.677 ₫

5.623.945 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a counter with a plant.

5. STAY OHANA

Insa-dong, 1.2 km from Gyeongbokgung Palace

Vittoria

2.552.979 ₫

2.808.277 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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 wooden pergola structure with a view of a garden and trees.

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."

6. Hanok Hotel DAAM

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 1.1 km from Gyeongbokgung Palace

Isabella

3.082.763 ₫

3.391.039 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a check-in counter, seating area, and decorative vases.

A modern lounge with large windows, yellow sofas, and round tables.

A modern hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a well-lit facade.

A modern interior with a dining area, a wooden cabinet, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

7. NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 0.7 km from Gyeongbokgung Palace

Sung Min

4.378.766 ₫

4.816.643 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

The exterior of the Amid Hotel in Seoul, featuring a modern facade, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, a round table with a plant, and a sofa.

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.

8. AMID HOTEL SEOUL

Insa-dong, 1 km from Gyeongbokgung Palace

Dwight

3.280.151 ₫

3.608.166 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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 gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and weightlifting equipment.

A modern hotel building with a flat facade, multiple windows, and a parking area in front.

9. Hotel Midcity Myeongdong

Myeong-dong, 1.3 km from Gyeongbokgung Palace

Cameron

5.074.689 ₫

5.582.158 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A table with a vase of flowers and a glass of iced tea.

A snow-covered outdoor area with a Christmas tree, benches, and potted plants.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, a refrigerator, and a potted plant.

A hotel room with a bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and curtains on the windows.

10. Hotel Tradiup by the Designers

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 1.2 km from Gyeongbokgung Palace

LaQuita

3.112.742 ₫

3.424.016 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, and a window with curtains.

A modern hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a view of the hallway leading to the kitchen.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden dining table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A modern interior with a sign reading "urbanstay boutique ikseon".

11. Urbanstay Boutique Ikseon

1.2 km from Gyeongbokgung Palace

Ye Kai

2.655.807 ₫

2.921.388 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A high-rise hotel with multiple floors, illuminated windows, and a prominent signage at the top.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in oven, and a large island with a sink.

A gym with cardio machines, weightlifting equipment, and dumbbells.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a view of the city through floor-to-ceiling windows, and a minimalist design.

12. Orakai Insadong Suites

Insa-dong, 1.1 km from Gyeongbokgung Palace

sang

6.905.581 ₫

7.596.139 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A modern kitchen with a large window, built-in cabinets, and a countertop with various appliances.

A modern office space with a long green conference table, multiple chairs, a small round table, and a potted plant.

A hotel corridor with a sign indicating the Welcome Desk.

A hotel room with two beds, a dining table with chairs, a TV, and a plant.

13. GLOCALOCA

Sogong-dong, 1.3 km from Gyeongbokgung Palace

Brian

2.892.130 ₫

3.181.343 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A hot spring bath with a mountain mural, wooden beams, and a clock.

A hotel bathroom with a long vanity, multiple mirrors, and a bench.

A stone waterfall feature in a bathroom with wooden tiled walls.

A corridor with a stone wall, wooden slats, and a sign reading "Express".

14. Dormyinn EXPRESS SEOUL Insadong

Insa-dong, 1.1 km from Gyeongbokgung Palace

Le Ha

4.063.229 ₫

4.469.552 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A modern hotel corridor with numbered doors, a carpeted floor, and recessed lighting.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV mounted on the wall, a mirror, and a small table with a kettle.

A reception area with a reception desk labeled "INFORMATION," a wall-mounted TV, and a wooden door with "STAYZ 437" signage.

A modern hotel corridor with a marble wall, potted plants, and an elevator.

15. Stayz437 Jongno

Insa-dong, 1.3 km from Gyeongbokgung Palace

Isadora

1.103.323 ₫

1.213.655 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area, and a city view.

A modern bathroom with a marble wall, a bench with colorful cushions, and multiple sinks with unique bowls.

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 reception area with a reception desk, a bench, and a glass partition.

16. N285 Hotel Insadong

Insa-dong, 1.2 km from Gyeongbokgung Palace

Lucy

2.680.620 ₫

2.948.682 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A modern hotel with a glass facade, multiple floors, and a prominent entrance.

A modern fireplace with a stone facade and a visible fire.

A buffet setup with various food items and bowls, a seating area with tables and chairs, and a modern kitchen in the background.

A modern lounge area with sofas, tables, and a fireplace.

17. Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 0.8 km from Gyeongbokgung Palace

SUJIN

4.373.534 ₫

4.810.887 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A modern building with a neon sign reading "mosy" and a colorful mural on the facade.

A buffet area with a variety of food items and a 'PLAY @ MOXY' sign on the wall.

A modern bar area with a high bar counter, multiple seating options, and a city view through large windows.

An outdoor seating area with wooden flooring, green chairs, and tables, surrounded by plants and a city view at dusk.

18. Moxy Seoul Insadong

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 1.3 km from Gyeongbokgung Palace

"We loved the hotel and the Insadong area was the best for local bbq restaurants and small shops. Bed and shower very comfortable. The breakfast buffet was the best. We looked forward to breakfast every morning. Lots of varieties of food. We also liked that the hotel offered a free welcome drink. The terrace had good views of city. There is a train station right in front of hotel. We would stay here again in a heartbeat."

Damaris

4.028.255 ₫

4.431.081 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A modern hotel building with a prominent sign reading "KOREANA HOTEL".

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a bar area, and a display case with items.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a city view.

A gym with treadmills, weight machines, and a variety of exercise equipment.

19. Koreana Hotel

Myeong-dong, 1.2 km from Gyeongbokgung Palace

Toichi

3.260.969 ₫

3.587.066 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A modern bathroom with a bathtub, a vanity with a mirror, and a seating area with a table and chairs.

A woman sitting at a table with a teapot and cups, in a modern interior with a stone bench and a small pool.

A modern staircase leading to a private spa area, with a sign indicating the location.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a seating area.

20. Anook Hotel and Spa Seoul Jongno Anguk 1st

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 1.2 km from Gyeongbokgung Palace

Josephine

1.726.395 ₫

1.899.035 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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HanokHanok	10.0 Exceptional 21 reviews	View
THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL - 더그랜드롯데 서울	9.4 Exceptional 2,248 reviews	View
The Prima Hotel Jongno Insadong	9.4 Exceptional 1,072 reviews	View
Hotel Sunbee Insadong	9.4 Exceptional 1,004 reviews	View
STAY OHANA	9.4 Exceptional 22 reviews	View

Top Gyeongbokgung Palace Hotel Reviews

Four Seasons Hotel Seoul

10/10 Excellent

"Four seasons was one of the best hotels I’ve stayed in anywhere. First class service, stunning room and one of the breakfasts you can get. Nothing was too much trouble. Would always stay there if in Seoul."

Hotel Gracery Seoul

8/10 Good

"Proximity to street market"

The Prima Hotel Jongno Insadong

8/10 Good

"The room was small, but quiet and the shower was very good - nice water pressure. The beds were comfortable. Cleaning staff were friendly. Check in and check out was efficient."

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

10/10 Excellent

"Loved the whole place. Rooms were clean. Staff friendly. Would stay here again !!!"

ROYAL HOTEL SEOUL Myeongdong

10/10 Excellent

"The room was clean with everything that was needed."

THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL (Formerly: Lotte Hotel Seoul)

10/10 Excellent

"The best location! This 5-star hotel is located right across the street from Myeong-dong’s shopping area. I love how it separates the busy shopping district from the hotel’s peaceful, upscale atmosphere. Once you cross the street from Myeong-dong shopping street, it feels much quieter and more luxurious. The perfect location for shopping while still enjoying a relaxing stay!"

Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong

10/10 Excellent

"Great price and location. I want to come back soon."

NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

10/10 Excellent

"10/10. Great location, great staff, great breakfast, great pillows! We'll stay here again our next visit!"

AMID HOTEL SEOUL

10/10 Excellent

"Great location in Insadong! Rooms were very nice and had good space, great value for the money. Overall our favorite hotel we stayed at when visiting Seoul and Busan."

Other attractions near Gyeongbokgung Palace

A multi-tiered pagoda with a large central archway and a staircase leading up to it.

National Folk Museum

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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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National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Seoul

10.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Seoul, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Africa Museum of Art

6.0/10 (1 review)

You can browse the exhibits at Africa Museum of Art, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich 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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Children's Folk Museum

You can take time to visit Children's Folk Museum 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 culturally rich area.

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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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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Gyeongbokgung Palace?

Gyeongbokgung Palace is located in a culturally rich area of Seoul known for its array of dining options and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 225 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Gyeongbokgung Palace?

Expedia has 225 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Gyeongbokgung Palace.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Gyeongbokgung Palace, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available near Gyeongbokgung Palace.

What can I see and do near Gyeongbokgung Palace?

Study the collections at National Museum of Korean Contemporary History, Alive Museum Insadong or Seoul National University Hospital. Sights like Bukchon Hanok Village, Gwanghwamun and Blue House are landmarks to visit in the area. You can catch a show at Myeongdong Nanta Theatre, Chongdong Theater and Myeongdong Theater.

How can I get to Gyeongbokgung Palace?

You can walk to nearby metro stations including Gwanghwamun Station, Jonggak Station and Gyeongbokgung Station. If you'd like to venture farther outside of the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.

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Our top choices for Gyeongbokgung Palace hotels

1. HanokHanok

2. THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL - 더그랜드롯데 서울

3. The Prima Hotel Jongno Insadong

4. Hotel Sunbee Insadong

5. STAY OHANA

6. Hanok Hotel DAAM

7. NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

8. AMID HOTEL SEOUL

9. Hotel Midcity Myeongdong

10. Hotel Tradiup by the Designers

11. Urbanstay Boutique Ikseon

12. Orakai Insadong Suites

13. GLOCALOCA

14. Dormyinn EXPRESS SEOUL Insadong

15. Stayz437 Jongno

16. N285 Hotel Insadong

17. Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong

18. Moxy Seoul Insadong

19. Koreana Hotel

20. Anook Hotel and Spa Seoul Jongno Anguk 1st

Compare popular hotels close to Gyeongbokgung Palace

Top Gyeongbokgung Palace Hotel Reviews

Four Seasons Hotel Seoul

Hotel Gracery Seoul

The Prima Hotel Jongno Insadong

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

ROYAL HOTEL SEOUL Myeongdong

THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL (Formerly: Lotte Hotel Seoul)

Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong

NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

AMID HOTEL SEOUL

Other attractions near Gyeongbokgung Palace

National Folk Museum

National Palace Museum of Korea

National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Seoul

Africa Museum of Art

Hanbok Museum

Children's Folk Museum

Kumho Museum of Art

Gallery Hyundai

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