Gwangjin-gu

Seoul

A city skyline at night with illuminated buildings, a prominent tower, and a bridge over a body of water.
A city skyline with a prominent tower, a river reflecting lights, and a bridge with illuminated roadways.
A nighttime cityscape with a prominent tower, a curved bridge over water, and a brightly lit highway.
A park with a pathway, trees, and a city skyline in the background.
A riverside park with a cyclist, a bridge, and a city skyline in the background.

Stay near popular Gwangjin-gu attractions

Children's Grand Park

10.0/10 (1 review)
Visit the native and exotic animals who call Children's Grand Park home during your trip to Seoul. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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Things to do

DMZ sign in seoul

DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up

RM159
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
Seoul: DMZ Tour with Optional Suspension Bridge and Gondola

DMZ Tour: JSA Museum, Defector Live Talk & Red Bridge Option

RM183
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour: JSA Museum, Defector Live Talk & Red Bridge Option
Hyangwonjeon Pavilion at Gyeongbok Palace on our Best Seoul City Tour

Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower)

RM122
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower)
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Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike

RM220
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike
Suspension Bridge

Small Group DMZ Tour with Hotel pickup : 3rd tunnel&Susp. Bridge

RM242
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Small Group DMZ Tour with Hotel pickup : 3rd tunnel&Susp. Bridge
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul

Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Suspension Bridge & JSA Museum)

RM203
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Suspension Bridge & JSA Museum)
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Top hotels in Gwangjin-gu

Grand Hyatt Seoul

Grand Hyatt Seoul

5 out of 5
322, Sowol-ro, Yongsan-gu Seoul Seoul
Stay at this luxury hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Loved everything about it!"

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2026

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Grand Hyatt Seoul
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

4 out of 5
23-1 Eulji-ro 19-gil, Jung-gu Seoul
The price is RM523 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
RM523
RM575 total
7 Jul - 8 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Myeongdong Street and Dongdaemun ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,647 reviews)
"Even though the building doesn't look old, there were issues. Shower drains were clogged on arrival. Water spilled over to the commode stall anytime someone uses the shower. Maintenance showed up to repair while we waited. It was frustrating as we were all tired and needed a hot shower. Everything ..."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Lotte Hotel World

Lotte Hotel World

5 out of 5
240, Olympic-ro, Songpa-gu Seoul Seoul
The price is RM1,004 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
RM1,004
RM1,214 total
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,495 reviews)
"Good location It was the best hotel ever"

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026

Lotte Hotel World
Glad Mapo

Glad Mapo

3.5 out of 5
92, Mapo-daero, Mapo-gu Seoul Mapo
The price is RM634 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
RM634
RM697 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Quite good experience with Mapo"

Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026

Glad Mapo
Toyoko Inn Seoul Yeongdeungpo

Toyoko Inn Seoul Yeongdeungpo

3 out of 5
293, Singil-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu Seoul
The price is RM264 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
RM264
RM291 total
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,741 reviews)
"Tiny room for big guy"

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026

Toyoko Inn Seoul Yeongdeungpo
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

4 out of 5
36, Sejong-daero 11-gil, Jung-gu Seoul Seoul
The price is RM663 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
RM663
RM729 total
20 Jul - 21 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 and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3,613 reviews)
"Central, clean, great value"

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
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Where to stay in Gwangjin-gu

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A busy urban street at night with illuminated signs and storefronts.

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.

A cityscape with modern skyscrapers, including a distinctive curved building and a tall glass structure.

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 Seven Luck Casino Seoul Gangnam Branch. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Cheongdam Station or Gangnam-gu Office Station.

A street with various shops, including a waffle shop and a coffee shop.

Hongdae

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

A modern architectural structure with a curved design and a tall building in the background.

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.

A traditional Korean palace with stone lanterns and a stone staircase leading to the entrance.

Jongno-gu

Jongno-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Bukchon Hanok Village and Sejong Cultural Center. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Gwanghwamun Station or Jonggak Station.

Gwangjin-gu

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