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Our top choices for Dongnimmun Gate hotels

1. L’Escape, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Seoul Myeongdong

Hoehyeon-dong, 2.2 km from Dongnimmun Gate

Ingrida

₩330,000

₩363,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

2. Seoul101 Jongno

Insa-dong, 2.3 km from Dongnimmun Gate

Marui

₩81,818

₩90,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

3. Moxy Seoul Myeongdong

Myeong-dong, 2.3 km from Dongnimmun Gate

Michelle

₩250,000

₩275,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

Semi Deluxe Double (Air purifier in room) | Bathroom

4. Hotel28 Myeongdong

Myeong-dong, 2.3 km from Dongnimmun Gate

Theodor

₩245,000

₩302,500 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

5. The Westin Josun Seoul

Sogong-dong, 2 km from Dongnimmun Gate

Kevin

₩500,000

₩605,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

6. Hans House

1.1 km from Dongnimmun Gate

Mikwi

₩135,000

₩148,500 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

Standard Twin Room (Bigger than most in Seoul) | Bathroom

Deluxe Twin Room (Bigger than most in Seoul)

7. ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

Sogong-dong, 1.7 km from Dongnimmun Gate

Hui

₩215,273

₩236,800 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

8. Four Seasons Hotel Seoul

1.3 km from Dongnimmun Gate

Minjeong

₩927,000

₩1,019,700 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

9. Hotel Sunbee Insadong

Insa-dong, 2.2 km from Dongnimmun Gate

Duc

₩197,798

₩217,578 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

10. NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 2.1 km from Dongnimmun Gate

Qin

₩207,272

₩227,999 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Tower | Living room

11. Courtyard by Marriott Seoul Myeongdong

Sogong-dong, 2 km from Dongnimmun Gate

Lauri

₩350,000

₩385,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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

Myeong-dong, 2 km from Dongnimmun Gate

Mahajabin

₩430,000

₩520,300 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

13. The Prima Hotel Jongno Insadong

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 2.1 km from Dongnimmun Gate

amy

₩173,072

₩190,379 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

14. Hotel Gracery Seoul

Sogong-dong, 1.9 km from Dongnimmun Gate

Yuen Ting

₩151,979

₩183,894 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

15. Hotel Modak Namdaemun

Sogong-dong, 1.7 km from Dongnimmun Gate

Tricia

₩133,944

₩147,338 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

16. Aloft by Marriott Seoul Myeongdong

Myeong-dong, 2.2 km from Dongnimmun Gate

David

₩330,000

₩363,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

17. Le Méridien Seoul, Myeongdong

Myeong-dong, 2.3 km from Dongnimmun Gate

konstantin

₩530,000

₩583,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

18. Fraser Place Namdaemun Seoul

Sogong-dong, 1.9 km from Dongnimmun Gate

Paul

₩257,400

₩283,140 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

19. AMID HOTEL SEOUL

Insa-dong, 2.2 km from Dongnimmun Gate

Alisha H

₩178,500

₩196,350 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

20. THE PLAZA Seoul, Autograph Collection

Sogong-dong, 1.8 km from Dongnimmun Gate

Sean

₩450,000

₩544,500 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

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Compare popular hotels close to Dongnimmun Gate

Property	Property class	Guest rating
L’Escape, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Seoul Myeongdong	9.6 Exceptional 1,239 reviews	View
Seoul101 Jongno	9.6 Exceptional 7 reviews	View
Moxy Seoul Myeongdong	9.6 Exceptional 861 reviews	View
Hotel28 Myeongdong	9.6 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
The Westin Josun Seoul	9.6 Exceptional 1,031 reviews	View

Top Dongnimmun Gate Hotel Reviews

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

10/10 Excellent

"Overall it was good"

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

10/10 Excellent

"Good amenities, convenient location, clean hotel"

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

10/10 Excellent

"Very good location. Good size room, comfortable bed."

Fraser Place Namdaemun Seoul

10/10 Excellent

"Recommended"

Koreana Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Super clean room. So conveniently located it is right next to the train station. Myeongdong is about 20 minute walk. There is also an underground walk if it’s rainy or it’s too hot outside. Convenience stores, coffee, shop, and restaurants are right next-door."

Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong

10/10 Excellent

"The location of this hotel is great, airport bus is very close and a lot of restaurants nearby, The breakfast buffet is great. The room which I stay there is no door with the bathroom. It is the only thing not convenient."

Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong

10/10 Excellent

"The air conditioning is not working the room was very hot"

NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

10/10 Excellent

"Very good"

Hotel Manu Seoul Station

8/10 Good

"Manque de nourriture adaptée à certaines conditions alimentaires comme le SII."

Other attractions near Dongnimmun Gate

A campus with brick buildings, a grassy field, and a mountain in the background.

Seodaemun Prison History Museum

You can browse the exhibits at Seodaemun Prison History Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Seoul. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

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Traditional Korean architecture with ornate roofs and wooden structures.

Gyeonghuigung Palace

8.8/10 (5 reviews)

Visit a small and tranquil royal palace with beautiful details that have been carefully reconstructed in the traditional Joseon Dynasty style.

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A town nestled in a valley with mountains in the background.

Agriculture Museum

9.6/10 (4 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at Agriculture Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Seoul. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

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Seodaemun Independence Park

Explore the great outdoors at Seodaemun Independence Park, a lovely green space in Seoul. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Inwangsa Temple

After visiting Inwangsa Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Seoul. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

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Sajik Park

Explore the great outdoors at Sajik Park, a lovely green space in Seoul. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.

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Sungkok Art Museum

You can study the exhibits at Sungkok Art 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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Korean National Police Heritage Museum

9.0/10 (4 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at Korean National Police Heritage Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Seoul. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Dongnimmun Gate?

Dongnimmun Gate is located in a family-friendly 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 67 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Dongnimmun Gate?

Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a fitness center. It's located just a short 0.6 mi (1 km) from Dongnimmun Gate. Other good choices within a short distance include Four Seasons Hotel Seoul and Koreana Hotel.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Dongnimmun Gate?

Expedia has 67 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Dongnimmun Gate.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Dongnimmun Gate, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best deals near Dongnimmun Gate.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Dongnimmun Gate?

To find more details about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Dongnimmun Gate, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Dongnimmun Gate?

You'll want to browse the collections at Seodaemun Prison History Museum, Seoul Museum of Art, and National Museum of Korean Contemporary History. Bukchon Hanok Village, Deoksugung Palace, and Gwanghwamun are monuments to see when you're exploring the area around Dongnimmun Gate. You can watch performances at Myeongdong Nanta Theatre, Chongdong Theater, and Myeongdong Theater if you're interested in local theater.

How can I get to Dongnimmun Gate?

Take advantage of metro transit at Sinchon Station, Ewha Woman's University Station, and Ahyeon Station. If you'd like to explore around the surrounding area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.

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Our top choices for Dongnimmun Gate hotels

1. L’Escape, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Seoul Myeongdong

2. Seoul101 Jongno

3. Moxy Seoul Myeongdong

4. Hotel28 Myeongdong

5. The Westin Josun Seoul

6. Hans House

7. ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

8. Four Seasons Hotel Seoul

9. Hotel Sunbee Insadong

10. NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

11. Courtyard by Marriott Seoul Myeongdong

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

13. The Prima Hotel Jongno Insadong

14. Hotel Gracery Seoul

15. Hotel Modak Namdaemun

16. Aloft by Marriott Seoul Myeongdong

17. Le Méridien Seoul, Myeongdong

18. Fraser Place Namdaemun Seoul

19. AMID HOTEL SEOUL

20. THE PLAZA Seoul, Autograph Collection

Compare popular hotels close to Dongnimmun Gate

Top Dongnimmun Gate Hotel Reviews

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

Fraser Place Namdaemun Seoul

Koreana Hotel

Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong

Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong

NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

Hotel Manu Seoul Station

Other attractions near Dongnimmun Gate

Seodaemun Prison History Museum

Gyeonghuigung Palace

Agriculture Museum

Seodaemun Independence Park

Inwangsa Temple

Sajik Park

Sungkok Art Museum

Korean National Police Heritage Museum

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