Hwagok-dong
Seoul
Visit Hwagok-dong
Popular places to visit
Myeongdong Street
When you visit Myeongdong Street, a popular shopping spot in Seoul, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home. Check out the shops and charming cafes in this culturally rich area.
Lotte World
Enjoy the excitement at Lotte World and see why people love this amusement park in Seoul. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Namdaemun Market
This traditional Korean market is the largest and oldest in Seoul, and where you’ll find all manner of clothes and food at very reasonable prices.
Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
This sizable commercial district is home to a staggering number of shopping malls, specialty stores and traditional Korean marketplaces.
Lotte World Tower
Stunning city views, an aquarium, shops and restaurants are part of this futuristic tower that looms over the southern banks of the Han River.
COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
You don’t have to be in Seoul for a conference or fair to appreciate the facilities of COEX, South Korea’s outstanding events center and mall in Gangnam.
Hwagok-dong Hotel Deals
From H US Hotel with Aank Seoul Gangseo Hwagok
Room is very clean. Staff are friendly and try to help as much as they can. Mattress could be more soft because its hard like rock but otherwise this quality/price ratio is amazing
Reviewed on Oct 26, 2025
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Nice swimming pool just gym was very small and hot. Nice comfy beds, and close to city centre.
Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026
Grand Hyatt Seoul
Other than a long check in, everything was spectacular.
Reviewed on Jan 25, 2026
The Shilla Seoul
Staying on the executive floor give you access to exquisite food that you will not find in any other hotel executive lounge. You don’t even have to go to dinner at night after attending happy hour in the lounge. Everything is so elegant and the staff is so attentive. Best executive lounge ...
Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Clean room and courteous staffs. Great location!
Reviewed on Jan 25, 2026
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
The staff were nice and room was clean.
Reviewed on Jan 30, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Hwagok-dong
Mapo-gu
Home to universities and the vibrant Hongdae club district, Mapo District boasts a lively cultural scene and diverse shopping and dining options. Easily accessible via multiple subway lines, don't miss the iconic Seoul World Cup Stadium and nearby parks.
Yeongdeungpo-gu
Noted for its shopping and river views, there's plenty to explore in Yeongdeungpo-gu. Top attractions like KBS Exhibition Hall and Times Square Mall are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Yeongdeungpo Market Station or Singil Station to see more of the city.
Hongdae
Urban arts and indie music thrive near Hongik University, with graffiti murals adorning Hongdae Mural Street and live music venues aplenty. Shop at independent clothing stalls, vintage shops, and visit quirky theme cafes.
Yongsan-gu
Central Seoul's Yongsan District boasts diverse shopping and nightlife in Itaewon, cultural attractions like the National Museum of Korea, and convenient transport via Seoul Subway Lines 1, 4, and 6.
Sogong-dong
Visitors to Sogong-dong love its popular shops, and you can check out Namdaemun Market and Seoul Museum of Art. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at City Hall Station.
Hoehyeon-dong
While you're in Hoehyeon-dong, take in top sights like Namdaemun Market and jump on the metro at Hoehyeon Station to see more of the city.
