The Best Hotels Closest to Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond in Gyeongju for 2026

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

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a round window, and a sliding door leading to a garden.

A room with a wooden ceiling, a ceiling fan, a green sofa, and a decorative partition with a geometric pattern.

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden structure, stone pathway, and a tree in the foreground.

1. Ohsudang Hanok Stay

Hwangnam-dong, 1.5 km from Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond

Kerstin

₩253,636

₩279,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A modern restaurant with a wooden ceiling, black tables, and chairs.

Two elevator doors with a sign above indicating the 1F level of Riverview Hotel, including standard and twin room options.

A modern bathroom with a sleek design, a visible control panel, and a towel rack.

A modern business hotel with a prominent entrance, a cafe, and a parking area.

2. Rivertain Hotel Gyeongju

Hwango-dong, 2.2 km from Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond

Lisa

₩112,577

₩123,836 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern living room with a large TV, a sofa, a coffee table, and a marble accent wall.

A modern restaurant with a long counter, seating area, and a large decorative window.

A spacious lobby with a long, curved seating area and a coffee table.

A modern living room with a large TV, a fireplace, and a sofa.

3. Gyeongju city hotel

Seongdong-dong, 1.7 km from Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond

Claire

₩72,791

₩80,070 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A balcony with a string of lights, a plant, and a cityscape view.

A rooftop terrace with wicker furniture, string lights, and a city view at dusk.

A modern hotel with a prominent sign reading "GRIDT Hotel & home."

4. Gridt Hotel

Seonggeon-dong, 2.3 km from Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond

MATTHEW

₩77,482

₩85,230 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Hotel The CIEL with a reception area, a car parked outside, and a 'Do you have a reservation?' sign.

A kitchenette with a microwave, coffee maker, and a refrigerator.

A modern hotel room with a large flat-screen TV, wooden furniture, and a tiled wall.

A reception area with a reception desk, two chairs, a vase with flowers, and a view of the street through the glass door.

5. The Ciel Hotel

Hwango-dong, 2.3 km from Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond

Sungmin

₩47,863

₩52,649 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A modern reception area with a reception desk, a seating area, and a decorative wall with a geometric pattern.

The exterior of the Sugar Hotel with a prominent sign, a set of double doors, and two wall-mounted light fixtures.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a mirror, and a small seating area.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a window, and an air conditioning unit.

6. Sugar Hotel

Hwango-dong, 2.3 km from Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond

Vittoria

₩58,765

₩64,642 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A modern interior with a central illuminated structure, a staircase, and a projection screen displaying a purple landscape.

A hotel with a modern facade, illuminated signage, and a paved entrance area.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a wardrobe.

7. Giverny Hotel

Hwango-dong, 2.2 km from Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond

Agnes Cecilia Smith

₩119,182

₩131,100 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, and a bedside table with a lamp.

A modern interior with a reception desk, seating area, and a view of the outside.

A buffet with various food items including bananas, olives, and a glass container of peanut butter.

8. Gyeongju Hotel Gonggan

Hwango-dong, 2.2 km from Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond

Franziska

₩81,818

₩90,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A reception desk with a sign reading "Ciel mini hotel" and various potted plants.

A hotel lobby with a glass elevator, a visible emergency exit sign, and a polished floor.

A compact kitchen with a stone wall backsplash, a small refrigerator, a coffee maker, and a round table with two chairs.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, a desk with a chair, and a large window with curtains.

9. Ciel Mini Hotel

Seongdong-dong, 1.7 km from Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond

Nina

₩49,944

₩54,938 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a chair, and a painting on the wall.

A rooftop terrace with artificial grass, outdoor seating including chairs and a hanging chair, umbrellas, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern hotel lobby with a large abstract painting, a Christmas tree, and gift boxes.

A reception area with a reception desk, a sign indicating the cafe, and a view of the parking area.

10. Hotel Rein

Seonggeon-dong, 2.2 km from Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond

Suki

₩91,636

₩100,800 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A modern interior with a central chandelier, round seating, and a projector screen in the background.

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

A room with a round table and two chairs, surrounded by various plants and a small side table.

11. Denbasta heritage Hotel

Hwango-dong, 2.1 km from Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond

Jeeyeon

₩70,250

₩77,275 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A building with a large illuminated sign reading "POVERTA".

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a wardrobe, and a bedside table.

A building with a flat facade, a visible storefront with a sign, and a balcony with plants.

A modern bathroom with a shower, a bathtub, and grey tiled walls.

12. POVERTA STAY HOTEL

Hwango-dong, 2 km from Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond

Patrick

₩139,999

₩153,999 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

The exterior of the Elegance Hotel with a brick facade and a glass entrance.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a wardrobe.

A modern hotel lobby with a wooden bench, a Christmas tree, and a reception desk.

13. Gyeongju Elegance Hwangridan-gil

Seonggeon-dong, 2.3 km from Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond

Sungmin

₩106,909

₩117,600 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A traditional building with a tiled roof, surrounded by lush greenery and vibrant flowers.

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden dining table with chairs, a red tablecloth, and a teddy bear on a chair.

A compact living space with a dining area, kitchen, and a large framed picture on the wall.

A cozy room with a wooden ceiling, a television, a beige sofa with a red cushion, a small table with a teddy bear, and a window with blinds.

14. Gyeongju KB Pension

Wolseong-dong, 2.5 km from Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond

Jiwook

₩77,727

₩85,500 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A dining area with a table set for two, two white chairs, a hanging light fixture, a potted plant, and a view of the outdoors.

A dining area with a table set for two, chairs, a vase with flowers, and a window with curtains.

A spacious living room with a flat-screen TV, wooden cabinet, grey sofa, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, microwave, and sink. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a small balcony with a view.

15. Gyeongju Hwangnaminn Pension

Hwango-dong, 1.6 km from Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond

₩99,410

₩109,351 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A person in a wooden bathtub with a view of greenery and hills through large windows.

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a wooden deck, and a variety of plants and flowers.

A traditional building with a tiled roof, a balcony with railings, and a well-lit entrance.

A covered patio with a wooden table set for a meal, large windows, and a view of trees and flowers.

16. Gyeongju Soraedanga Pension

Bodeok-dong, 4 km from Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond

SUNGHWAN

₩142,446

₩156,691 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A serene indoor garden with a long bench, a small tree, and a rock garden.

A minimalist interior with a large circular archway, a potted plant, and a framed artwork on the wall.

A living room with a large window, a beige sofa, a small wooden table, and a potted plant.

A spacious room with large windows, a wooden table, and comfortable seating.

17. uonstay

Cheonbuk-myeon, 9.1 km from Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond

"This hotel was amazing. The price point for what you get is incredible. The price includes your breakfast, dinner, and several drinks. You get an hour at the spa each day, which is a cozy jacuzzi with some incense and calm music. You also get a free polaroid to take photos on as well as access to a speaker. The actual place is incredibly clean and relaxing. There are some trails around the property as well as on the lake. I would literally come back to Korea to stay here, so worth it. The staff...

Nicolas

₩310,090

₩341,099 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

18. Hidden Hill Bulguksa Hotel

Bulguk-dong, 10.7 km from Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond

"The rooms have Ondol, the Korean traditional heated floor. It was perfact for our cold rainy night. This place is newly remodeled and the owner herself decorated each rooms which look cozy, simple, and feminine. Me and my 4 friends stayed all together instead of 2 separate rooms, and she gave us all separate beddings which was perfact for us. It is at the walking distance to Bulguksa temple and restaurants and cafes are everywhere. We loved the owners hospitality."

Soo

₩116,000

₩127,600 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A modern, triangular-shaped building with a balcony and string lights.

A modern building with large glass windows and a unique geometric structure in front.

A modern building with large windows and outdoor seating areas, surrounded by gravel and small trees.

A modern building complex with a parking area, a pathway leading to a beach, and a mountain view in the background.

19. Gyeongju raon glamping

Cheonbuk-myeon, 8.7 km from Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond

jekong

₩145,455

₩160,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and curtains.

A hotel room with a desk, chair, TV, and a sofa.

An indoor parking garage with a modern ceiling design, concrete pillars, and marked parking spaces.

A kitchen counter with various items including a toaster, bowls, plates, a bottle of oil, a spatula, and a rice cooker.

20. Browndot Angang

Angang-eup, 17.4 km from Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond

Ariunzaya

₩53,182

₩58,500 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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Compare popular hotels close to Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Ohsudang Hanok Stay	10.0 Exceptional 11 reviews	View
Rivertain Hotel Gyeongju	9.4 Exceptional 438 reviews	View
Gyeongju city hotel	9.4 Exceptional 138 reviews	View
Gridt Hotel	8.8 Excellent 62 reviews	View
The Ciel Hotel	8.8 Excellent 42 reviews	View

Top Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond Hotel Reviews

Soyeonjae hanokstay

10/10 Excellent

"This was a beautiful stay right by Terarosa coffee and adjacent to historic, ancient tombs. Everything was immaculate and high quality, from the bedding and furniture to the hand soap and toiletries. Would highly recommend for anyone visiting Gyeongju. Plus they have the sweetest cat!"

Rivertain Hotel Gyeongju

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent location. Walking distance to both bus terminals, local attractions, and restaurants. Breakfast was included and it was delicious, with many options to cater for everyone. Our room was a decent size, clean, and quiet. Bathroom had a separate shower and toilet (not a wet room), with full size towels."

Gyeongju Wadamjung Hanok Pension

10/10 Excellent

"Nice breakfast. Helpful owners. Spaces are traditional and smaller than the pictures make them appear so check room square footage listed before reserving. Easy walk to town yet quiet an peaceful."

Naganjae

8/10 Good

"Very nice place. Room is quiet Breakfast could be better"

Wiyeonjae Hanok Stay

10/10 Excellent

"Very close to the historic site. Well kept Hanok and the owner was friendly enough and did her best to communicate with us. The room was neat and toiletries were provided. Breakfast was provided but if you leave early morning to start your sightseeing then you miss out on the breakfast. A stone throw away from a convenience store, though there are eateries a few blocks away. Very safe to walk around at night as there are always a bus load of tourists out and about."

Soi Hanok Stay

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed at Soi Hanok for our 1st anniversary and it was amazing. We last minute had to add a night because we didn't realize we stayed during Chuseok. We booked one additional night before we stayed in a different room and they made the transition to the larger room the next day so easy. Room was beautiful, they provided breakfast during our first morning which was amazing. The host was very responsive and helpful to all the questions we had over WhatsApp. Definitely recommend this place to anyone who wants a great experience being in the heart of Gyeongju."

Lahan Select Gyeongju

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful facility. Several options for food and drink but are only open during peak times. Expanded hours and staggered “break” times for eateries would be most appreciated"

Gyeongju city hotel

8/10 Good

"well positioned in city"

Hotel Palace Gyeongju

8/10 Good

"Great value for the price. The location of the hotel is perfect for walking to most sites. The breakfast was okay and cereal is available after breakfast hours. Free ramen and rice were available until the cafe closed for the night. Purchasing detergent and using the laundry machines was seamless. I huge plus for me was netflix being available on the TV. I wasn’t a fan of the bath towel situation. They give you four hand towels in the room, but you have to get a bath towel from the front desk. Why not just stock them in the individual rooms? Overall it was a good experience and I would return."

Other attractions near Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond

A pagoda in a park with people walking under trees.

Gyeongju National Museum

9.0/10 (272 reviews)

Admire a treasure trove of precious relics from the Silla dynasty in the former capital of the ancient Korean millennial kingdom.

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A stone tower with a small opening at the top, surrounded by a sandy area with benches and trees.

Cheomseongdae

9.0/10 (475 reviews)

A National Treasure of Korea, this ancient astronomical observatory, in the shape of a big bottle, is the oldest one of its kind in East Asia.

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A stone monument with an inscription surrounded by trees in a park.

Gyerim Forest

Read the mythical story behind this nature reserve in Gyeongju, go for a stroll beneath ancient trees and take a seat to relax in solitude.

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A traditional Korean pavilion with intricate roof decorations and a stone base, surrounded by trees and a stone wall.

Bunhwangsa Temple

8.0/10 (1 review)

Visit the “Fragrant Emperor Temple” in Gyeongju to see one of the oldest pagodas in Korea and admire the ancient Buddha images.

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Half Moon Fortress

8.2/10 (10 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Gyeongju when you spend time at Half Moon Fortress. Wander the lakeside in this culturally rich area.

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Hwangnyongsaji

Learn about the local history of Gyeongju with a stop at Hwangnyongsaji. Wander the lakeside in this culturally rich area.

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Gyeongju Historic Site Wolseong District

Learn about the local history of Gyeongju when you take a trip to Gyeongju Historic Site Wolseong District.

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Bunhwangsa Pagoda

You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Bunhwangsa Pagoda in Gyeongju.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond?

Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond is located in Gyeongju, a historic area that travelers like for its lakeside setting. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 35 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond?

Wiyeonjae Hanok Stay is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this guesthouse offers free breakfast and free parking. It's located just a short 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond. Other good options within a short distance include 141 Mini Hotel and Soi Hanok Stay.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond?

Expedia has 35 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond.

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What can I see and do near Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond?

Gyeongju National Museum, Gyeongju Teddy Bear Museum, and Wooyang Museum of Contemporary Art feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Explore landmarks like Cheomseongdae, Woljeong Bridge, and Gyeongju Gyochon Traditional Village. You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Daereungwon Royal Tomb and Gyeongju National Park.

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Our top choices for Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond hotels

1. Ohsudang Hanok Stay

2. Rivertain Hotel Gyeongju

3. Gyeongju city hotel

4. Gridt Hotel

5. The Ciel Hotel

6. Sugar Hotel

7. Giverny Hotel

8. Gyeongju Hotel Gonggan

9. Ciel Mini Hotel

10. Hotel Rein

11. Denbasta heritage Hotel

12. POVERTA STAY HOTEL

13. Gyeongju Elegance Hwangridan-gil

14. Gyeongju KB Pension

15. Gyeongju Hwangnaminn Pension

16. Gyeongju Soraedanga Pension

17. uonstay

18. Hidden Hill Bulguksa Hotel

19. Gyeongju raon glamping

20. Browndot Angang

Compare popular hotels close to Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond

Top Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond Hotel Reviews

Soyeonjae hanokstay

Rivertain Hotel Gyeongju

Gyeongju Wadamjung Hanok Pension

Naganjae

Wiyeonjae Hanok Stay

Soi Hanok Stay

Lahan Select Gyeongju

Gyeongju city hotel

Hotel Palace Gyeongju

Other attractions near Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond

Gyeongju National Museum

Cheomseongdae

Gyerim Forest

Bunhwangsa Temple

Half Moon Fortress

Hwangnyongsaji

Gyeongju Historic Site Wolseong District

Bunhwangsa Pagoda

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