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Top 10 Hotels Near Gwanghuimun Gate

Property entrance
Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Dongdaemun

Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Dongdaemun

4.0 star property
Gwanghui-dong, 0.3 km from Gwanghuimun Gate
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1323)
"Great room with city view, close to attractions and transportation "
United States
Frank
The price is RM502
RM553 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Dongdaemun
Front of property
The Shilla Seoul

The Shilla Seoul

5.0 star property
1.1 km from Gwanghuimun Gate
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1004)
"Excellent customer service, easy check in. Clean hotel"
United States
Karalynn
The price is RM1,116
RM1,228 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
The Shilla Seoul
Exterior
Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel

Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel

2.0 star property
Gwanghui-dong, 0.2 km from Gwanghuimun Gate
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (102)
"The staff was very nice, the room was good! Sometimes the cleanliness was not perfect, but overall ok. Thank you!"
Canada
Victoria
The price is RM221
RM243 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel
Front of property
NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL DONGDAEMUN

NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL DONGDAEMUN

4.0 star property
0.7 km from Gwanghuimun Gate
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1016)
"Great location,, clean and really pleasant staff. Thank you!"
United Kingdom
Ann
The price is RM333
RM366 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL DONGDAEMUN
Terrace/patio
Hotel Skypark Kingstown Dongdaemun

Hotel Skypark Kingstown Dongdaemun

4.0 star property
Gwanghui-dong, 0.5 km from Gwanghuimun Gate
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1165)
"Excellent place to stay !!"
United States
Uni
The price is RM401
RM441 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Hotel Skypark Kingstown Dongdaemun
Exterior
Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences

Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences

5.0 star property
Gwanghui-dong, 0.5 km from Gwanghuimun Gate
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1173)
"Staff friendly & location convenient "
Hong Kong SAR China
MUN LING
The price is RM661
RM728 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences
Banquet hall
JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul

JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul

5.0 star property
0.7 km from Gwanghuimun Gate
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Very nice "
Canada
Sabira
The price is RM893
RM1,081 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul
Property entrance
Acube Hotel

Acube Hotel

3.0 star property
0.8 km from Gwanghuimun Gate
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (655)
"Very good location and nice staff. "
United States
Insook
Acube Hotel
Indoor pool, outdoor pool, pool cabanas (surcharge)
The Ambassador Seoul - A Pullman Hotel

The Ambassador Seoul - A Pullman Hotel

5.0 star property
0.8 km from Gwanghuimun Gate
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (487)
"Large rooms, comfortable beds and welcoming environment. Although we had limited interaction with hotel staff, they were pleasant and nice to deal with when we did require their assistance. Also great that the front desk spoke English. "
Canada
Andrew
The price is RM641
RM705 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
The Ambassador Seoul - A Pullman Hotel
Rooftop terrace
New Blanc Central Myeongdong

New Blanc Central Myeongdong

4.0 star property
Gwanghui-dong, 1 km from Gwanghuimun Gate
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (356)
"Beautiful view of the balcony "
United States
MichelleAnn Perez
The price is RM288
RM317 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
New Blanc Central Myeongdong
Lobby sitting area
Toyoko Inn Seoul Dongdaemun No.2

Toyoko Inn Seoul Dongdaemun No.2

3.0 star property
Gwanghui-dong, 0.2 km from Gwanghuimun Gate
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1500)
"Everything is good we stay there every time when visit korea"
Canada
Po King
The price is RM282
RM310 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Toyoko Inn Seoul Dongdaemun No.2
View from property
Hamory Guesthouse

Hamory Guesthouse

2.5 star property
Gwanghui-dong, 0.1 km from Gwanghuimun Gate
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (449)
"Very good location, room clean enough. Only stairs in bad conditions, no elevator"
United States
Roberto Antonio
The price is RM195
RM215 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Hamory Guesthouse
Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Hotel Kukdo

Hotel Kukdo

4.0 star property
1.2 km from Gwanghuimun Gate
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"Clean, Efficient staff& good breakfast!"
United States
Victor
The price is RM274
RM301 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
Hotel Kukdo
In-room safe, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
glue Hotel

glue Hotel

3.0 star property
1.3 km from Gwanghuimun Gate
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (321)
"Great Desk staff who speak excellent English and very helpful! I loved the location of the hotel, which was easy to walk to many tourist attractions and restaurants.."
United States
Sarah
glue Hotel
Reception
Youngbin Hotel

Youngbin Hotel

3.0 star property
Gwanghui-dong, 0.4 km from Gwanghuimun Gate
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1004)
"The hotel is 10 minutes walk to Dongdaemun shopping district, and subway is nearby."
Canada
May Siu Ling
The price is RM228
RM251 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Youngbin Hotel
Property entrance
The Summit Hotel Seoul Dongdaemun

The Summit Hotel Seoul Dongdaemun

3.5 star property
0.4 km from Gwanghuimun Gate
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1003)
"Great stay, no issues. Good service overall ! "
United States
Daniel
The price is RM279
RM307 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
The Summit Hotel Seoul Dongdaemun
Front of property
Star Hostel Dongdaemun Suite

Star Hostel Dongdaemun Suite

3.0 star property
1 km from Gwanghuimun Gate
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (315)
"The room was nice and clean; all amenities are good; the staff are great and very kind satisfying me to go there again."
United States
Wonhee
The price is RM96
RM105 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
Star Hostel Dongdaemun Suite
Lounge
OYO Hostel Dongdaemun 1

OYO Hostel Dongdaemun 1

2.0 star property
1 km from Gwanghuimun Gate
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (83)
"Friendly staff!"
Canada
Annie
OYO Hostel Dongdaemun 1
Interior entrance
Uljiro Co-Op Residence

Uljiro Co-Op Residence

3.0 star property
Gwanghui-dong, 0.4 km from Gwanghuimun Gate
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (2707)
"Location: 5 mins walk to Subway, Airport Bus just in front of the hotel main entrance, super convenient Shopping: Olive Young, Uniqlo, Daiso just in 5 mins walk Restaurants: many, like Starbucks, Bhc chicken, Egg Drops in 5 mins walk"
Hong Kong SAR China
Jessie
The price is RM179
RM217 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Uljiro Co-Op Residence
Exterior
Travelodge Dongdaemun Hotel

Travelodge Dongdaemun Hotel

3.0 star property
0.7 km from Gwanghuimun Gate
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1007)
"Very pleasant stay"
United States
Christian
The price is RM251
RM276 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Travelodge Dongdaemun Hotel
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Top Gwanghuimun Gate Hotel Reviews

New Blanc Central Myeongdong

New Blanc Central Myeongdong

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful view of the balcony "
MichelleAnn Perez 3-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
New Blanc Central Myeongdong

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Dongdaemun Design Plaza

4.1/5 (691 reviews)
Join the masses who snap selfies every year at one of the most Instagrammed sites in South Korea, a UFO-like building that hosts a variety of events.
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Dongdaemun History and Culture Park

4.1/5 (4,306 reviews)
This sizable commercial district is home to a staggering number of shopping malls, specialty stores and traditional Korean marketplaces.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Gwanghuimun Gate?
Gwanghuimun Gate is located in a family-friendly 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 237 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay close to Gwanghuimun Gate?
Adjacent to Gwanghuimun Gate, Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Dongdaemun is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness centre. Other good choices close by include Toyoko Inn Seoul Dongdaemun No.2 and Travelodge Dongdaemun Hotel.
How many hotels will I be able to find near Gwanghuimun Gate?
Expedia has 237 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Gwanghuimun Gate.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Gwanghuimun Gate, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available near Gwanghuimun Gate.
What can I see and do near Gwanghuimun Gate?
Seoul National University Hospital, National Museum of Korean Contemporary History and Seoul Museum of Art feature captivating exhibits. Explore landmarks like Heunginjimun Gate, Dongdaemun Seonggwak Park and Dongmyo Shrine. You can catch a show at Myeongdong Nanta Theatre, Sejong Cultural Center and Seoul Namsan Gugakdang.
How can I get to Gwanghuimun Gate?
With so many choices for transport, seeing all of the area near Gwanghuimun Gate is easy. You can walk to nearby metro stations including Euljiro 4-ga Station, Chungmuro Station and Euljilo 3-ga Station. If you're hopping a train into the city, Seoul Station is the closest stop to Jung-gu.

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