Jongno-gu Travel Guide

Seoul

A busy street with various shops, signs, and a motorcycle parked on the side.
A river with a walkway on one side, surrounded by buildings and greenery.
A traditional Korean palace with stone lanterns and a stone staircase leading to the entrance.
A traditional Korean palace with a large, ornate gate and a mountain in the background.
A statue of a seated figure with a pedestal inscribed with text.

Stay near popular Jongno-gu attractions


Top hotels in Jongno-gu

Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong

Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong

4 out of 5
71, Sambong-ro, Jongno-gu Seoul
The price is 3.634.730 ₫ per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
3.634.730 ₫
3.998.203 ₫ total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a health club and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,346 reviews)
"The time we stayed at this Hotel, Looks like the carpet was in the middle of replacement, other than that I can give 4 stars"

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026

Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong
NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

4 out of 5
49, Insadong-gil, Jongno-gu Seoul Seoul
The price is 3.874.013 ₫ per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
3.874.013 ₫
4.261.414 ₫ total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,069 reviews)
"The room was small, but it was perfect with three beds, a tv, a bathroom with a bidet, separated by an area for the sink and then the shower. There were toiletries in the bathroom if we needed them. The entire room was clean and the beds were comfortable. The staff were very polite and helpful when ..."

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026

NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG
Four Seasons Hotel Seoul

Four Seasons Hotel Seoul

5 out of 5
97, Saemunan-ro, Jongno-gu Seoul
The price is 16.189.171 ₫ per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
16.189.171 ₫
17.808.088 ₫ total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
"Room were clean, staff super helpful, breakfast was amazing and the spa was among the best I ever been"

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026

Four Seasons Hotel Seoul
ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong (Newly renovated in 2025)

ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong (Newly renovated in 2025)

4 out of 5
31, Samil-daero 30-gil, Jongno-gu Seoul
The price is 2.645.972 ₫ per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
2.645.972 ₫
2.910.569 ₫ total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (380 reviews)
"Hotel was in a great location and plenty to do just outside the property. The breakfast was mediocre but plenty of food just outside the door."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong (Newly renovated in 2025)
The Prima Hotel Jongno

The Prima Hotel Jongno

4 out of 5
46 Ujeongguk-ro Seoul
The price is 3.183.869 ₫ per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
3.183.869 ₫
3.502.254 ₫ total
14 Jul - 15 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (977 reviews)
"Very nice hotel with laundry and microwave on the second floor. The breakfast was not worth including but overall great hotel and very clean."

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026

The Prima Hotel Jongno
AMID HOTEL SEOUL

AMID HOTEL SEOUL

4 out of 5
38, Insadong 5-gil, Jongno-gu Seoul Seoul
The price is 3.670.045 ₫ per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
3.670.045 ₫
4.037.050 ₫ total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,147 reviews)
"Given the rating and expense, I was a bit disappointed with my stay. The best thing about the hotel was its location near a key subway line and many tourist hotspots (including the beautiful restored urban river, Cheonggyecheon, Jogyesa Buddhist temple and Insadong’s cool alleys and shops). But the ..."

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026

AMID HOTEL SEOUL
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.

Where to stay in Jongno-gu

Find the best Jongno-gu areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Myeong-dong

Enjoy the popular shops in Myeong-dong. Myeongdong Street is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Myeong-dong Station or Euljiro 1-ga Station to see more of Seoul.

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 Starfield COEX Mall. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Cheongdam Station or Gangnam-gu Office Station.

Hongdae

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

Dongdaemun-gu

You might enjoy the shopping while in Dongdaemun-gu. Gyeongdong Market is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Yongdu Station or Jegi-dong Station to see more of the city.

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.



Jongno-gu Travel Guide

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