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A modern living room with a large flat-screen TV, a beige sofa, and a glass sliding door leading to a balcony with a green lawn.

A modern kitchen with a large window, white cabinets, and a stainless steel refrigerator.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, a glass coffee table, and a white door.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table, and a built-in bench.

1. Vantt Hotel

Dong-Gu, 0.4 km from 5.18 Democracy Square

Anonymous traveler

₩54,000

₩59,400 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A modern hotel corridor with a patterned carpet, dark walls, and a door with a digital lock.

A modern hallway with a patterned floor, grey walls, and recessed lighting.

A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a mirror, a small table with a kettle, a coffee machine, and a fire extinguisher.

A modern lobby with a marble floor, a reception desk, a seating area, and a large skylight.

2. Stay Hotel

Dong-Gu, 0.8 km from 5.18 Democracy Square

Stanley

₩63,636

₩70,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A modern interior with a central counter, seating area, and bookshelves.

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

A modern bathroom with a freestanding mirror, a sink with a speckled countertop, and two towels hanging on a rack.

A reception desk with two staff members, a modern design, and a visible security camera.

3. L7 CHUNGJANG by LOTTE HOTELS(formerly Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Chungjang)

Dong-Gu, 0.7 km from 5.18 Democracy Square

SEOGOO

₩120,000

₩132,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A modern hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a coffee table, and marble walls.

A cafe with wooden walls, white tables, and brown chairs.

An underground parking garage with directional arrows on the floor, multiple parking spaces, and a covered area with columns.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, a sofa, and potted plants.

4. Hotel Browndot Chungjang

Dong-Gu, 0.6 km from 5.18 Democracy Square

Cheng Noi

₩90,909

₩100,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A modern kitchen area with a counter displaying packaged snacks and a coffee machine.

A hallway with a fire extinguisher, a sign, and an elevator.

A reception area with a reception desk labeled "INFORMATION," a trash bin, and a door with a red emergency light.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a flat-screen TV, and a large window with curtains.

5. EG STAY hotel

Buk-gu, 2.3 km from 5.18 Democracy Square

MINHWAN

₩73,636

₩81,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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

A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a TV, and a potted plant.

A spacious indoor area with a carpeted floor, several tables and chairs, and potted plants.

6. Brown Dot Hotel Sinan

Buk-gu, 2.6 km from 5.18 Democracy Square

Karina

₩44,181

₩48,599 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A hotel room with a bed, wooden floor, a brick wall, and a white door.

A hotel entrance with a yellow and black facade, a clear sign reading "HOTEL OFTEN", and a parking area with several cars.

A self-service breakfast area with a wooden counter, coffee machines, and storage cabinets.

A reception desk with a wooden finish, a digital screen, and a coffee machine.

7. HOTEL Yeogiuhtte Gwangju Station

Buk-gu, 1.8 km from 5.18 Democracy Square

S. Paul

₩49,090

₩53,999 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a telephone, and a wardrobe with a mirror.

A hotel entrance with the name "THEHILL" prominently displayed.

A modern interior with exposed brick walls, a metal ceiling grid, and a digital display on the wall.

A reception area with a marble counter, a reception desk, a television, and potted plants.

8. Hotel The Hill

Nam-gu, 2.2 km from 5.18 Democracy Square

Hyungsuk

₩53,182

₩58,500 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a balcony with plants.

A modern hotel room with a marble floor, a wooden platform, a bed, a large window with blinds, and a potted plant.

A modern room with a marble floor, a glass shower enclosure, a white cushioned seating area, and a large window offering a view of the city.

A modern bathroom with a marble sink, a glass shower enclosure, and a potted plant.

9. ACC Design Hotel

Dong-Gu, 0.3 km from 5.18 Democracy Square

Seungyong

₩84,600

₩93,060 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

10. Hotel Yaja Gwangju Mudeungsan branch

Dong-Gu, 2.5 km from 5.18 Democracy Square

₩40,909

₩45,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A modern bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a mirror.

A modern reception area with a reception desk, seating area, and decorative plants.

A hotel corridor with a carpeted floor, beige walls, and illuminated ceiling panels.

A hotel entrance with a modern European style sign, a red interior visible through the doorway, and a sign indicating a parking lot.

11. Business Hotel Duu

Dong-Gu, 0.8 km from 5.18 Democracy Square

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₩45,455

₩50,001 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A grand lobby with a classic car on display, elegant chandeliers, and a red carpet.

A gym with treadmills, weight machines, and free weights.

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A grand lobby with a classic car on display, elegant chandeliers, and a circular marble floor.

12. Mudeungpark Hotel

Dong-Gu, 2.5 km from 5.18 Democracy Square

Joanne

₩71,818

₩79,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A modern hallway with glass doors, a ceiling light, and a framed picture on the wall.

A hotel room with a brown leather sofa, a glass coffee table, a desk with a computer, a flat-screen TV, and a bed.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a window with curtains.

An elevator with a wooden panel design and a wall-mounted sign.

13. Palace Tourist Hotel

Dong-Gu, 0.4 km from 5.18 Democracy Square

Jose Luis

₩43,636

₩48,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A cozy reading nook with a wooden table, cushions, a large teddy bear, and a bookshelf filled with books.

A multi-story building with a sign indicating it is a guest house.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and various kitchen appliances.

A compact workspace with a wooden desk, white chair, and a small shelf with potted plants.

14. New Gwangju Guesthouse

Buk-gu, 2.1 km from 5.18 Democracy Square

소희

₩46,010

₩50,611 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a laptop, a small table with a candle, and a brick-patterned wall.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a glass partition, and a wooden wall.

A modern kitchen with a marble floor, a built-in oven, a coffee machine, and a flat-screen TV.

A hotel entrance with a modern design, featuring a geometric ceiling pattern and potted plants.

15. Gwangju Awesome Boutique Hotel

Nam-gu, 2 km from 5.18 Democracy Square

₩49,090

₩53,999 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

16. OK Hotel

Nam-gu, 2.2 km from 5.18 Democracy Square

₩40,909

₩45,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area with a sofa and table, a bathroom with a glass shower, and a brick accent wall.

A bathroom with a white sink, a round mirror, and a brick wall.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a small table, and a mirror.

A modern hotel room with a brick wall, a black leather sofa, a dining table, and a large mirror.

17. HOTEL Yeogiuhtte Gwangju Baek Un

Nam-gu, 2.1 km from 5.18 Democracy Square

Christopher

₩48,272

₩53,099 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

18. Gwangju Grand Maison Baobab Hotel

Buk-gu, 1.9 km from 5.18 Democracy Square

₩70,909

₩78,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A balcony with a hanging chair, a table with cups, and a brick wall.

A modern hotel room with a dining area featuring a long table, multiple chairs, and a large window with curtains.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a door, and a view into another room.

A room with a white vanity, a round mirror, a stool, a potted plant, and a striped rug.

19. jawoondang

Nam-gu, 2.3 km from 5.18 Democracy Square

₩115,875

₩127,462 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

A staircase with a metal railing, a tiled wall, and a door at the top.

A bedroom with a wooden desk, a bed with a grey mattress, and a floral wallpaper.

A building with multiple air conditioning units, a sign for 'Nares Mintel,' and another sign for 'Nares Game.'

A long, narrow hallway with a patterned wall, a green ceiling, and a purple stripe on the floor.

20. GwangJu Nares minitel

Buk-gu, 1.7 km from 5.18 Democracy Square

₩39,600

₩43,560 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

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Compare popular hotels close to 5.18 Democracy Square

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Vantt Hotel	9.0 Wonderful 88 reviews	View
Stay Hotel	9.0 Wonderful 234 reviews	View
L7 CHUNGJANG by LOTTE HOTELS(formerly Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Chungjang)	9.0 Wonderful 39 reviews	View
Hotel Browndot Chungjang	9.0 Wonderful 81 reviews	View
EG STAY hotel	9.0 Wonderful 10 reviews	View

Top 5.18 Democracy Square Hotel Reviews

Palace Tourist Hotel

8/10 Good

"Room was perfect for a quick overnight stay. It is located in the heart of shopping district in Gwangju so there are many areas to walk to. It was a 10 min walk from a metro stop too. So many eateries and shops nearby. Room was quiet and had all the amenities including tv, ac, blow dryer, kettle with coffee and necessary toiletries. Hotel offered free access to a gym in the same building but it was closed due to holiday. It was unfortunate as I was looking forward to use it. Overall, I was happy with my stay and will consider staying again if I am in Gwangju, South Korea."

ACC Design Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great location. Clean, and helpful staff"

HOTEL Yeogiuhtte Gwangju Station

10/10 Excellent

"Was great for a few nights stay in Gwangju, easy access to public transport and affordable. The room itself was clean and had all the amenities I needed. Was useful having a microwave and utensils on each floor. And I really appreciated the free Netflix and Disney plus. Would definitely stay again."

Vantt Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Close to subway and important historic buildings. The owner allowed me to check in early as well as gave me a room upgrade. Tow thumbs up!"

Stay Hotel

8/10 Good

"Nice breakfast. "

Gwangju H1 Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice room and facilities. Loved it."

Other attractions near 5.18 Democracy Square

Kunsthalle Gwangju

10.0/10 (1 review)

Learn about the events happening at Kunsthalle Gwangju during your trip to Gwangju. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.

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National Asian Cultural Complex

9.6/10 (7 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to National Asian Cultural Complex during your stay in Gwangju. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.

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Gwangju Art Street

8.2/10 (47 reviews)

During your trip to Gwangju, you can do some window-shopping at Gwangju Art Street. Amble around the area's parks or visit its monuments.

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Nine Gallery

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Nine Gallery in Gwangju. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.

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Geumnam Park

Explore the great outdoors at Geumnam Park, a lovely green space in Gwangju. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.

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Geumnam-ro Street

8.8/10 (39 reviews)

During your trip to Gwangju, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Geumnam-ro Street. Discover the area's art scene and monuments.

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Daein Market

8.4/10 (8 reviews)

During your trip to Gwangju, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Daein Market. Amble around the area's parks or experience its art scene.

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Gwangju Theatre

You can make plans for a show at Gwangju Theatre during your trip to Gwangju. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around 5.18 Democracy Square?

5.18 Democracy Square is located in an area of Gwangju that travelers like for its shopping. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 19 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to 5.18 Democracy Square?

Adjacent to 5.18 Democracy Square, ACC Design Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. Other good choices close by include L7 CHUNGJANG by LOTTE HOTELS(formerly Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Chungjang) and Hotel Artheim.

How many hotels will I find near 5.18 Democracy Square?

Expedia has 19 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from 5.18 Democracy Square.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near 5.18 Democracy Square, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available near 5.18 Democracy Square.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near 5.18 Democracy Square?

To access more information about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near 5.18 Democracy Square, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near 5.18 Democracy Square?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Chosun University Museum of Art, Gwangju National Museum, or Art Museum of Woo Jae Gil. Sights like Missionary's House of Wilson, House of Lee Jang-woo, and JeungSimSa Temple are must-sees while exploring the area. Enjoy the outdoors at 5-18 Memorial Park, Jungoe Park, or Geumnam Park.

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Our top choices for 5.18 Democracy Square hotels

1. Vantt Hotel

2. Stay Hotel

3. L7 CHUNGJANG by LOTTE HOTELS(formerly Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Chungjang)

4. Hotel Browndot Chungjang

5. EG STAY hotel

6. Brown Dot Hotel Sinan

7. HOTEL Yeogiuhtte Gwangju Station

8. Hotel The Hill

9. ACC Design Hotel

10. Hotel Yaja Gwangju Mudeungsan branch

11. Business Hotel Duu

12. Mudeungpark Hotel

13. Palace Tourist Hotel

14. New Gwangju Guesthouse

15. Gwangju Awesome Boutique Hotel

16. OK Hotel

17. HOTEL Yeogiuhtte Gwangju Baek Un

18. Gwangju Grand Maison Baobab Hotel

19. jawoondang

20. GwangJu Nares minitel

Compare popular hotels close to 5.18 Democracy Square

Top 5.18 Democracy Square Hotel Reviews

Palace Tourist Hotel

ACC Design Hotel

HOTEL Yeogiuhtte Gwangju Station

Vantt Hotel

Stay Hotel

Gwangju H1 Hotel

Other attractions near 5.18 Democracy Square

Kunsthalle Gwangju

National Asian Cultural Complex

Gwangju Art Street

Nine Gallery

Geumnam Park

Geumnam-ro Street

Daein Market

Gwangju Theatre

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