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Top 5 hotels near Gwanghwamun at a glance

STAY OHANA — 2-star hotel in Insa-dong, 1 km from Gwanghwamun. Guest rating: 9.6/10 — Exceptional.
Hotel Sunbee Insadong — 3-star hotel in Insa-dong, 0.8 km from Gwanghwamun. Guest rating: 9.4/10 — Exceptional.
Hans House — 2-star hotel in 0.5 km from Gwanghwamun. Guest rating: 9.4/10 — Exceptional.
THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL (Formerly: Lotte Hotel Seoul) — 5-star hotel in Myeong-dong, 1.2 km from Gwanghwamun. Guest rating: 9.2/10 — Wonderful.
Hanok Hotel DAAM — 3-star hotel in Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 1.1 km from Gwanghwamun. Guest rating: 9.2/10 — Wonderful.

Where to stay near Gwanghwamun?

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

STAY OHANA

Insa-dong, 1 km from Gwanghwamun

Niamh

$93

$103 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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 hotel sign with the name "SUNBEE HOTEL" and Korean characters.

A modern restaurant with white chairs and tables, large windows, and a visible kitchen area.

Hotel Sunbee Insadong

Insa-dong, 0.8 km from Gwanghwamun

Cornelis

$158

$174 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

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

A gated entrance to a building with a red door, a brick wall, and potted plants.

Hans House

0.5 km from Gwanghwamun

Mikwi

$82

$90 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

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

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

THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL (Formerly: Lotte Hotel Seoul)

Myeong-dong, 1.2 km from Gwanghwamun

Philip

$336

$407 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

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

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

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

Hanok Hotel DAAM

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 1.1 km from Gwanghwamun

Geummulgyul

$117

$128 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

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

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.

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

Hotel Midcity Myeongdong

Myeong-dong, 1 km from Gwanghwamun

Michelle

$116

$128 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

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

AMID HOTEL SEOUL

Insa-dong, 0.8 km from Gwanghwamun

Shelly

$145

$159 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

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

A modern hotel reception area with a reception desk, a bench, and a glass partition.

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

A modern hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a small round table, and a sofa.

N285 Hotel Insadong

Insa-dong, 1 km from Gwanghwamun

Myrelle

$105

$116 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

A modern lounge area with a sofa, armchairs, and a wooden bench.

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

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

Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 0.5 km from Gwanghwamun

malik

$158

$174 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a window with blinds, and a small hourglass on the floor.

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a window with blinds, and a digital display.

A person sitting on a wooden bench outside a building with traditional wooden doors and a stone wall.

A traditional Japanese entrance with a wooden door, a stone wall, and a lantern.

HOTEL JAK Insadong by Anook

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 0.7 km from Gwanghwamun

Minh

$88

$97 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

A modern hotel with a central courtyard, multiple floors, and a prominent entrance.

A long dining table with candle-lit centerpieces, surrounded by chairs, in a modern hotel dining area.

A large indoor swimming pool with multiple lounge chairs and large windows offering city views.

A modern lobby with a unique architectural design featuring circular cutouts and a polished tile floor.

THE PLAZA Seoul, Autograph Collection

Sogong-dong, 1.2 km from Gwanghwamun

Robert

$329

$398 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

A building with a sign reading "Small House Big Door."

A long, narrow hotel corridor with white walls, black flooring, and a ceiling with exposed beams and lighting fixtures.

A red sign with the text "Small House Big Door" on a building facade.

A hotel corridor with a red elevator, a SHRD Hotel sign, and an emergency exit sign.

Small House Big Door Myeongdong

Myeong-dong, 1.1 km from Gwanghwamun

kelsang

$135

$148 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a kettle, and a window with horizontal blinds.

The exterior of MJ Hotel with a modern entrance, potted plants, and a brick wall.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, two round tables, a small ottoman, a bed, and a door.

A building with the sign "MJ HOTEL" illuminated in white letters.

MJ HOTEL JONGNO

1.1 km from Gwanghwamun

Deanna

$65

$72 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

A hotel room with two beds, a TV mounted on the wall, and a decorative archway with a mirror.

A hotel entrance with a double door, potted plants, framed certificates on the wall, and decorative lights.

A cozy dining area with a chandelier, wooden furniture, and wall-mounted artwork.

A cozy interior with wooden furniture, a chandelier, and artwork on the walls.

Le Mong Hotel

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 1.3 km from Gwanghwamun

Francisco Carlos

$113

$124 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

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

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

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.

Koreana Hotel

Myeong-dong, 0.8 km from Gwanghwamun

Jeremy

$139

$152 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a shower, and a vanity area.

A modern building entrance with a clean, tiled floor and large potted plants.

A modern bathroom with a marble sink, a woven vase with white flowers, and a stone wall.

Simple Stay Jongro

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 1.2 km from Gwanghwamun

Martha

$92

$101 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A restaurant with a long wooden counter, brick walls, and hanging planters with greenery.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with two computers, a decorative screen, and a wall with floral artwork.

A hallway with dark walls, rectangular windows, and a tiled floor.

Hotel Yaja Jongno

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 1.1 km from Gwanghwamun

Galileo

$78

$86 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by tall grasses and a cityscape in the background.

A kitchenette with a kettle, water bottles, and a coffee maker on a wooden table.

A modern reception area with a marble floor, contemporary seating, and large windows offering views of the street.

A hotel named HOTEL DADA IKSEON with a modern facade, large windows, and outdoor seating area with potted plants.

Hotel Dada Gyeongbokgung

1.1 km from Gwanghwamun

Marnie

$58

$64 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A modern living room with a wooden floor, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a wooden coffee table, and a seating area with cushions.

A modern hotel room with a wooden floor, a central table, and two bedside lamps.

A modern living room with a sofa, a chair, a wooden coffee table, and a floor lamp.

A hotel room with a dining table, a sofa, a bed, and a TV.

UH Suite The Jongno

Insa-dong, 1.1 km from Gwanghwamun

"This is our second family trip staying at UH. The location is unbeatable! There is a fun barbecue restaurant just across the road, multiple photo booth stores, 2 fried chicken places, convenience stores, 2 different subway lines within a 5 minute walk.... insadong is about a 5 minute walk and ikseong is about 10 minutes away. Myeongdong is an easy 8 minute walk as well. We LOVE visiting the Cheongyechon stream every morning and it is a one minute walk away! We travel with our two kids and...

Gina

$156

$171 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a table, a bathtub, and a large window offering a city view.

UH Continental SeoulCenter

Sogong-dong, 1.2 km from Gwanghwamun

Shalini

$223

$245 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

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Compare popular hotels close to Gwanghwamun

Property	Property class	Guest rating
STAY OHANA	9.6 Exceptional 19 reviews	View
Hotel Sunbee Insadong	9.4 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Hans House	9.4 Exceptional 26 reviews	View
THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL (Formerly: Lotte Hotel Seoul)	9.2 Wonderful 2,230 reviews	View
Hanok Hotel DAAM	9.2 Wonderful 402 reviews	View

Other landmarks near Gwanghwamun

A traditional Korean building with a curved roof and tiled eaves, surrounded by autumn-colored trees.

National Palace Museum of Korea

National Palace Museum of Korea is just one of the attractions in Jongno-gu, Seoul so you might want to stop by during your trip. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. If you want to experience more of the culture Seoul has to offer, head to Gwanghwamun, Gyeongbokgung Palace, and National Museum of Korean Contemporary History.

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

Statue of Sejong the Great

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing head to Statue of Sejong the Great— just one of the monuments in Jongno-gu. You could also start your cultural experience by heading over to the museums in the area. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. Seoul has other landmarks you might want to visit such as Bukchon Hanok Village.

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National Museum of Korean Contemporary History

National Museum of Korean Contemporary History is just one of the attractions in Jongno-gu, Seoul so you might want to stop by during your trip. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. If you want to experience more of the culture Seoul has to offer, head to Gwanghwamun Square, U.S. Embassy & Consulate in Korea, and Gwanghwamun.

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Dongwha Duty Free Shop

If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to Dongwha Duty Free Shop in Jongno-gu. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. Splash some more cash at Insa-dong, Lotte Department Store, and Ssamzigil.

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Gallery Hyundai

If you like art, you might want to check out the upcoming exhibitions at Gallery Hyundai in Jongno-gu and see if there's something that takes your fancy. Why not live the cultural experience and visit the monuments and museums in the area.It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. If you want to see more of the art galleries in Seoul, you can easily walk to National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Seoul or Bukchon Art Museum.

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Kumho Museum of Art

10.0/10 (1 review)

Kumho Museum of Art is just one of the attractions in Jongno-gu, Seoul so you might want to stop by during your trip. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. If you want to experience more of the culture Seoul has to offer, head to Gyeongbokgung Palace, Gwanghwamun, and Jogyesa Temple.

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Hanbok Museum

Hanbok Museum is just one of the attractions in Jongno-gu, Seoul so you might want to stop by during your trip. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. If you want to experience more of the culture Seoul has to offer, head to Gyeongbokgung Palace, Gwanghwamun, and Jogyesa Temple.

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Daelim Museum

10.0/10 (1 review)

If museums are on your list of things to see, you might want to browse the collections at Daelim Museum in Jongno-gu. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. If you want to see more of the museums in Seoul, you can easily walk to National Museum of Korean Contemporary History or National Palace Museum of Korea.

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