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A courtyard with a gravel path, potted plants, and a stone statue.

A cozy living room with a low ceiling, patterned wallpaper, and a wooden ceiling beam. There is a sofa with patterned cushions, a coffee table, and a lamp.

A bedroom with a window, a bedside table with a lamp, a bed, and a shelf with various items.

A traditional Japanese building with a patterned exterior, a large window, and a well-lit entrance.

1. HanokHanok

0.9 km from Central Buddhist Museum

Kenneth

₩109,119

₩120,031 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

2. STAY OHANA

Insa-dong, 0.6 km from Central Buddhist Museum

Vittoria

₩133,091

₩146,400 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

An indoor cafe with wicker furniture, large windows, and potted plants.

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a window with a view of buildings and trees, and a wooden panel on one wall.

An indoor seating area with tables and chairs, a glass wall with artwork, and a view of the street outside.

A sculpture in a lobby with glass doors and a visible exit sign.

3. The Prima Hotel Jongno Insadong

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 0.2 km from Central Buddhist Museum

gousheng

₩145,745

₩160,320 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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

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

4. THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL (Formerly: Lotte Hotel Seoul)

Myeong-dong, 1 km from Central Buddhist Museum

Mahajabin

₩460,000

₩556,600 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A modern building with large windows, a wooden facade, and a visible entrance.

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

A hotel room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a wooden bench, and a traditional decorative screen.

An outdoor seating area with tables and benches, a building with glass doors, and a tree in the background.

5. Hotel Sunbee Insadong

Insa-dong, 0.3 km from Central Buddhist Museum

Diana

₩234,029

₩257,432 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

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

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

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

6. Hanok Hotel DAAM

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 0.7 km from Central Buddhist Museum

Isabella

₩160,710

₩176,781 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A table with a vase of flowers and a glass of iced tea.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, a refrigerator, and a potted plant.

A snow-covered outdoor area with a Christmas tree, benches, and potted plants.

A hotel room with a bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and curtains on the windows.

7. Hotel Tradiup by the Designers

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 0.6 km from Central Buddhist Museum

LaQuita

₩150,931

₩166,024 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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

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.

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

8. Hotel Midcity Myeongdong

Myeong-dong, 0.8 km from Central Buddhist Museum

Cameron

₩167,548

₩184,303 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 cafe with a long counter displaying pastries and coffee machines, surrounded by wooden chairs and tables.

A cozy living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a decorative plant.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, a round table with a plant, and a sofa.

9. AMID HOTEL SEOUL

Insa-dong, 0.3 km from Central Buddhist Museum

Dwight

₩184,500

₩202,950 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a check-in counter, seating area, and decorative vases.

A modern hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a well-lit facade.

A modern lounge with large windows, yellow sofas, and round tables.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a view of the city skyline.

10. NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 0.1 km from Central Buddhist Museum

Sung Min

₩162,573

₩178,830 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, and a window with curtains.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden dining table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A narrow alleyway with a closed storefront on the left, a tiled walkway, and a building with a brick wall on the right.

A modern hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a view of the hallway leading to the kitchen.

11. Urbanstay Boutique Ikseon

0.7 km from Central Buddhist Museum

Ye Kai

₩145,024

₩159,526 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A high-rise hotel with multiple floors, illuminated windows, and a prominent signage at the top.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a view of the city through floor-to-ceiling windows, and a minimalist design.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in oven, and a large island with a sink.

A gym with cardio machines, weightlifting equipment, and dumbbells.

12. Orakai Insadong Suites

Insa-dong, 0.5 km from Central Buddhist Museum

QINGBO

₩410,000

₩451,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A modern hotel entrance with a prominent geometric sculpture, a well-lit facade, and a cityscape in the background.

A modern gym with treadmills, stationary bikes, and weight machines.

A coffee shop interior with brick walls, wooden tables, and hanging pendant lights.

A reception desk with three staff members, a modern interior, and large windows.

13. LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

Myeong-dong, 1 km from Central Buddhist Museum

Arnel

₩180,000

₩198,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern hotel corridor with numbered doors, a carpeted floor, and recessed lighting.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV mounted on the wall, a mirror, and a small table with a kettle.

A reception area with a reception desk labeled "INFORMATION," a wall-mounted TV, and a wooden door with "STAYZ 437" signage.

14. Stayz437 Jongno

Insa-dong, 0.6 km from Central Buddhist Museum

Isadora

₩64,546

₩71,001 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

A modern hotel room with a large window, a bed, and a view of the cityscape.

A cityscape with modern high-rise buildings, a busy intersection, and a pedestrian crossing.

A corridor with large windows, a view of a cityscape, and a poster on the wall.

15. HOTEL LETS ABOVE

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 0.9 km from Central Buddhist Museum

Noah Spencer

₩78,485

₩86,334 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A modern room with a desk, two stools, a bench, a window with a view of a building, and a wall-mounted clock.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a bed, a small bedside table, and a view of the cityscape.

16. HOTEL LETS Pop

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 0.9 km from Central Buddhist Museum

Ivy

₩82,846

₩91,131 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

A hallway with a wooden floor and walls, a sign indicating room number 2, and shelves with various items on the left side.

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

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

17. N285 Hotel Insadong

Insa-dong, 0.5 km from Central Buddhist Museum

Michael

₩141,698

₩155,873 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A hot spring bath with a mountain mural, wooden beams, and a clock.

A corridor with a stone wall, wooden slats, and a sign reading "Express".

A stone waterfall feature in a bathroom with wooden tiled walls.

A buffet with various food items and a decorative centerpiece.

18. Dormyinn EXPRESS SEOUL Insadong

Insa-dong, 0.5 km from Central Buddhist Museum

Le Ha

₩218,091

₩239,900 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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

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

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

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

19. Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 0.2 km from Central Buddhist Museum

SUJIN

₩180,000

₩198,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A wooden deck with a view of the city skyline, covered with canopies and surrounded by small trees.

A reception area with a marble counter and a sign indicating 'The Best'.

A modern interior with a dark wood floor, a beige sofa with colorful pillows, a small round table, and a dark cabinet with a glass shelf.

A hotel room with two beds, dark wood flooring, large windows with sheer curtains, and wall-mounted lighting.

20. Hotel Amare

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 0.7 km from Central Buddhist Museum

Nicolas

₩121,949

₩134,144 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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Compare popular hotels close to Central Buddhist Museum

Property	Property class	Guest rating
HanokHanok	10.0 Exceptional 21 reviews	View
STAY OHANA	9.6 Exceptional 21 reviews	View
The Prima Hotel Jongno Insadong	9.4 Exceptional 1,067 reviews	View
THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL (Formerly: Lotte Hotel Seoul)	9.4 Exceptional 2,237 reviews	View
Hotel Sunbee Insadong	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View

Top Central Buddhist Museum Hotel Reviews

ROYAL HOTEL SEOUL Myeongdong

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, good size room"

NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

8/10 Good

"Room was small and dark, but nicely laid out. Fairly modern dark design. Nice fragrant scent throughout. Super great location if in Seoul for a short history and culture tour. Amenities are top notch. Near transportation hub, right in the heart of Insadong's main attractions, shopping and food options. Free 12 hr Locker room fascilities makes this hotel the Best option for our short stay in Seoul. Only negative was no hot water in the shower, I am not into ice baths, but short stay so made work."

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

10/10 Excellent

"We really liked this hotel. Good location, very lovely staff, great breakfast and to top it off, an indoor swimming pool that we used every morning before breakfast. We had the twin family room (2 friends in separate beds. The room was spacious and the beds very comfortable."

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

10/10 Excellent

"Great Hotel with clean rooms, washer and dryer and all amenities that we could asked for for our 13 day stay. Will return in March and stay here again."

AMID HOTEL SEOUL

10/10 Excellent

"The room was great ! The location of the hotel was great for shopping , catching the subway ."

Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station

10/10 Excellent

"Very convenient location of this hotel. The staffs are helpful and friendly."

Koreana Hotel

8/10 Good

"시니어한테는 너무추웠음 온도가조절이안됨 에어컨을끄고잤음"

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was very well located for Myeongdong. Very nice hotel with very friendly staff. It had coin laundry facilities in the hotel which was very convenient. However you had to go to the 3rd floor for irons (no irons available in the bedroom)."

Crown Park Hotel Seoul Myeongdong

8/10 Good

"Great location. Staff ok. Rooms clean and modern. Good value."

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Ssamzigil

8.0/10 (15 reviews)

During your trip to Seoul, you can enjoy retail therapy at Ssamzigil. While in this culturally rich area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Savina Museum

You can study the exhibits at Savina Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Seoul. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Kyung-In Museum of Fine Art

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Alive Museum Insadong

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Central Buddhist Museum?

Central Buddhist Museum is located in a culturally rich area of Seoul known for its major shopping area and interesting historical sites. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 418 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Central Buddhist Museum?

Adjacent to Central Buddhist Museum, Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a health club. Other good choices within a short distance include HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG and Hotel Gracery Seoul.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Central Buddhist Museum?

Expedia has 418 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Central Buddhist Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Central Buddhist Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available near Central Buddhist Museum.

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What can I see and do near Central Buddhist Museum?

Alive Museum Insadong, National Museum of Korean Contemporary History, and Seoul National University Hospital feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Explore notable local landmarks like Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village, and Gwanghwamun. You can watch performances at Myeongdong Nanta Theatre, Myeongdong Theater, and Chongdong Theater if you're interested in local theater.

How can I get to Central Buddhist Museum?

You can walk to nearby metro stations including Gwanghwamun Station, Jonggak Station, and Gyeongbokgung Station. If you'd like to venture farther outside of the area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.

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Our top choices for Central Buddhist Museum hotels

1. HanokHanok

2. STAY OHANA

3. The Prima Hotel Jongno Insadong

4. THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL (Formerly: Lotte Hotel Seoul)

5. Hotel Sunbee Insadong

6. Hanok Hotel DAAM

7. Hotel Tradiup by the Designers

8. Hotel Midcity Myeongdong

9. AMID HOTEL SEOUL

10. NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

11. Urbanstay Boutique Ikseon

12. Orakai Insadong Suites

13. LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

14. Stayz437 Jongno

15. HOTEL LETS ABOVE

16. HOTEL LETS Pop

17. N285 Hotel Insadong

18. Dormyinn EXPRESS SEOUL Insadong

19. Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong

20. Hotel Amare

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Top Central Buddhist Museum Hotel Reviews

ROYAL HOTEL SEOUL Myeongdong

NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

AMID HOTEL SEOUL

Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station

Koreana Hotel

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

Crown Park Hotel Seoul Myeongdong

Other attractions near Central Buddhist Museum

Jogyesa Temple

Mokin Museum

Insa Art Center

Bona Museum

Ssamzigil

Savina Museum

Kyung-In Museum of Fine Art

Alive Museum Insadong

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