Top 10 Hotels Near Gwanghwamun in Seoul for 2026

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A traditional Japanese building with wooden architecture, a stone pathway, and a well-maintained garden with a pine tree.

A traditional Japanese-style interior with wooden beams, tatami flooring, and sliding doors.

A traditional courtyard with wooden structures, a central garden, and a view of the city skyline in the background.

A traditional Japanese interior with wooden flooring, tatami mats, sliding doors, and a small table with a vase.

1. Nostalgia Hanok Hotel

0.9 km from Gwanghwamun

Andre

RM3,604

RM3,964 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

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

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

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

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a view of the city skyline.

2. NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 0.6 km from Gwanghwamun

Meirav

RM768

RM845 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

The exterior of the Four Seasons Hotel with traditional Korean architecture and modern building above.

A modern high-rise building with illuminated windows and a prominent Samsung Galaxy sign.

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, wooden partitions, and modern lighting fixtures.

A modern bathroom with a large freestanding bathtub, two chairs, a small table with toiletries, and a potted plant.

3. Four Seasons Hotel Seoul

0.6 km from Gwanghwamun

David John

RM3,640

RM4,004 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A street view with a tree in autumn foliage, buildings, and parked cars.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a door.

A room with a 45' Smart TV mounted on the wall, a wooden ladder, two towels, a fire extinguisher, a wooden table, and a window with a view.

A building with multiple storefronts including a 7-Eleven and a Hostel Tommy.

4. Hostel Tommy

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 1.3 km from Gwanghwamun

Peter

RM300

RM330 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

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

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

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

5. THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL - 더그랜드롯데 서울

Myeong-dong, 1.2 km from Gwanghwamun

carol

RM1,779

RM2,152 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A modern elevator with a keyless entry system, a digital display, and a sign indicating the room number.

A bedroom with a bed, a window with curtains, and a black air conditioning unit.

A modern hotel corridor with a kitchenette area featuring a coffee machine, microwave, and oven.

A modern hallway with a black door labeled 'ROOM 3', a fire alarm, and a bright ceiling light.

6. VIA Jongno

Insa-dong, 1.1 km from Gwanghwamun

"Everything amazing with this room and stsy! From before checking in they were helpful with our arrival . Once we checked in Everything was great , super clean, amazing location, so comfortable beds , linen, washroom and shower.in room fridge. In lobby complimentary coffee, water, ice and cups. Amazing extra. Microwave. I recommend this place 10000% the host was super super great with everything we needed. Definitely will stay here again and recommend it. All rooms are brand new. Just recently...

Nicola

RM225

RM248 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

An indoor seating area with tables and chairs, a glass wall with artwork, and a view of the street outside.

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

A traditional pavilion with a tiled roof, stone lion statues, and a stone pagoda.

7. The Prima Hotel Jongno Insadong

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 0.6 km from Gwanghwamun

Erfan

RM711

RM782 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A snow-covered roof with a stack of cylindrical objects, possibly barrels, and a brick wall in the background.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a gas stove, a toaster, and dish drying racks.

A traditional Japanese building with a modern glass extension, surrounded by lush greenery and other contemporary structures.

A wooden dining table with a plate of sliced bread and a kettle.

8. Hans House

0.5 km from Gwanghwamun

Mikwi

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

A hotel room with two beds, grey headboards, and a large window with curtains.

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

A cozy living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a decorative plant.

9. AMID HOTEL SEOUL

Insa-dong, 0.8 km from Gwanghwamun

Dwight

RM661

RM727 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern hotel room with two beds, wooden paneling, and a nightstand with a vase.

A hotel room with a large window, a bed, a seating area with a table, and a view of a cityscape.

A gym with exercise equipment, a bench, and a wall-mounted TV.

A modern interior with seating areas, tables, and a bookshelf.

10. UH Continental SeoulCenter

Sogong-dong, 1.2 km from Gwanghwamun

Noelle

RM1,051

RM1,156 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A hotel room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a wooden bench, and a traditional decorative screen.

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.

11. Hotel Sunbee Insadong

Insa-dong, 0.8 km from Gwanghwamun

Diana

RM795

RM875 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A rooftop lounge with outdoor seating, including round wicker sofas and umbrellas, surrounded by greenery and city views.

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

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and weightlifting equipment.

A restaurant with long wooden tables and black chairs, large windows, and hanging light bulbs.

12. Hotel Midcity Myeongdong

Myeong-dong, 1 km from Gwanghwamun

Eduard

RM813

RM895 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

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

A modern living room with a sofa, red chairs, a dining table, and a flat-screen TV.

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

13. Orakai Insadong Suites

Insa-dong, 1 km from Gwanghwamun

Roxanne

RM1,077

RM1,184 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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 narrow alleyway with a closed storefront on the left, a tiled walkway, and a building with a brick wall on the right.

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

14. Urbanstay Boutique Ikseon

1.1 km from Gwanghwamun

"Clean room, good location. My only feedback is better English instructions for the luggage storage room. We ended up contacting the virtual help desk who sorted us out in 5 minutes. We apparently needed to place our palms on the door code before entering the numbers. The other thing was a very bright exit sign in the room that we wish we could have covered as we prefer to sleep in total darkness, but otherwise a great stay. Very convenient!"

Hayley

RM588

RM647 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A modern living room with a TV, seating area, and a kitchen in the background.

15. UH Suite Central Seoul

Myeong-dong, 1 km from Gwanghwamun

Ludwig Rafael

RM1,001

RM1,101 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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

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

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

A modern building with a restaurant on the ground floor, featuring large awnings and outdoor seating.

16. Koreana Hotel

Myeong-dong, 0.8 km from Gwanghwamun

alfred

RM782

RM860 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

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.

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

17. Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 0.5 km from Gwanghwamun

Connie

RM808

RM888 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

A hotel corridor with a sign indicating the Welcome Desk.

A modern living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a kitchen area in the background.

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

18. GLOCALOCA

Sogong-dong, 1 km from Gwanghwamun

yosdany

RM644

RM709 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

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 hallway with wooden flooring and walls, leading to a door with a sign that says "Take off your shoes and experience hanok."

A spacious interior with wooden ceiling beams, a bar area with stools, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

19. Hanok Hotel DAAM

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 1.1 km from Gwanghwamun

Betty

RM460

RM506 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

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

A modern hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a sofa with decorative pillows, a black coffee table, and a bed with a headboard.

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

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

20. Moxy Seoul Insadong

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 1.2 km from Gwanghwamun

Jenine

RM826

RM909 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

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Nostalgia Hanok Hotel	10.0 Exceptional 16 reviews	View
Four Seasons Hotel Seoul	9.6 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG	9.2 Wonderful 2,043 reviews	View
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Top Gwanghwamun Hotel Reviews

Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station

10/10 Excellent

"직원분들이 매우 친절했습니다. 이것저것 요청드릴 때마다 적극 도와주셨어요 재방문 의사 1000000%"

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

10/10 Excellent

"The room is spacious and clean. The property is close to some nice restaurants and coffee shops. Very enjoyable stay. Will choose it again if we come back to the area."

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

10/10 Excellent

"My daughters stayed at this hotel in 2024 for 10 days and had a wonderful experience, so I did not hesitate to book this hotel again for our visit in October 2026. Excellent central location in Seoul for taking public transportation and getting to sightseeing spots. Namdaemun Market, the Seoul Museum of Art, and lots of restaurants and coffee shops are just outside the hotel or within walking distance. The Korea Airport Limousine (KAL) bus stop is located a short walk away; we booked bus tickets on Klook to get to and from the airport. This is a very convenient and well-priced option (currently about $14 each way, choose the 6701 Myeongdong line) to get to and from the hotel. My daughters and I had a wonderful experience at this hotel; the room was very clean and comfortable, and the staff is very helpful and friendly. I highly recommend this hotel and plan to book this hotel when I visit Seoul again."

Step Inn Myeongdong 1

10/10 Excellent

"Bathroom kind of dirty with water everywhere on the sink. Didn’t know where to put my clean clothes for showering as there wasnt much space between the shower curtain and the door. There was no room on the hostel rooms to put lugggage, so it was all lined up in the hallways. Outside of that, the kitchen and dining areas were clean and great and for the price, you can’t beat it"

NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was very convenient to major subway stop. The staff was friendly and helpful (especially with English speaking customers). The breakfast buffet was excellent and many good restaurants in the area."

Koreana Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Location, location, location. Staff is super friendly and property very clean."

UH Continental SeoulCenter

10/10 Excellent

"Staff were lovely, however hotel maintenance needs more improvement."

Hotel Gracery Seoul

10/10 Excellent

"urban hotel with the front desk located on the 11th floor. One block off the most important street in Seoul."

Hotel Midcity Myeongdong

10/10 Excellent

"The roof top area was a lovely space to relax at the end of the day. The hotel had an abundance of umbrellas available to borrow for a brief period of rain. The location was ideal for walking to shopping and restaurants."

Other attractions near Gwanghwamun

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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A golden statue of a seated figure on a throne with mountains in the background.

Statue of Sejong the Great

A golden statue with a palace and a mountain behind highlight the importance of this individual. Stand in front of the monument to sense his significance.

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National Museum of Korean Contemporary History

You can study the exhibits at National Museum of Korean Contemporary History, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Dongwha Duty Free Shop

During your trip to Seoul, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Dongwha Duty Free Shop. While in this culturally rich area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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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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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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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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Daelim Museum

10.0/10 (1 review)

You can browse the exhibits at Daelim Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly 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 317 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Gwanghwamun?

Adjacent to Gwanghwamun, Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a health club. Other good options close by include Hotel Gracery Seoul and THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL - 더그랜드롯데 서울.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Gwanghwamun?

Expedia has 317 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, Alive Museum Insadong or Seoul Museum of Art. 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, Myeongdong Theater 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.

Hotels near Gwanghwamun

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Our top choices for Gwanghwamun hotels

1. Nostalgia Hanok Hotel

2. NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

3. Four Seasons Hotel Seoul

4. Hostel Tommy

5. THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL - 더그랜드롯데 서울

6. VIA Jongno

7. The Prima Hotel Jongno Insadong

8. Hans House

9. AMID HOTEL SEOUL

10. UH Continental SeoulCenter

11. Hotel Sunbee Insadong

12. Hotel Midcity Myeongdong

13. Orakai Insadong Suites

14. Urbanstay Boutique Ikseon

15. UH Suite Central Seoul

16. Koreana Hotel

17. Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong

18. GLOCALOCA

19. Hanok Hotel DAAM

20. Moxy Seoul Insadong

Compare popular hotels close to Gwanghwamun

Top Gwanghwamun Hotel Reviews

Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

Step Inn Myeongdong 1

NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

Koreana Hotel

UH Continental SeoulCenter

Hotel Gracery Seoul

Hotel Midcity Myeongdong

Other attractions near Gwanghwamun

National Palace Museum of Korea

Statue of Sejong the Great

National Museum of Korean Contemporary History

Dongwha Duty Free Shop

Gallery Hyundai

Kumho Museum of Art

Hanbok Museum

Daelim Museum

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