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Family Room, 2 Double Beds, Courtyard View | Garden view

1. HanokHanok

1.2 km from Dongnimmun Gate

Kenneth

₩117,586

₩129,345 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

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

Hoehyeon-dong, 2.2 km from Dongnimmun Gate

Ingrida

₩400,000

₩440,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

3. Moxy Seoul Myeongdong

Myeong-dong, 2.3 km from Dongnimmun Gate

Michelle

₩280,000

₩308,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

Semi Deluxe Double (Air purifier in room) | Bathroom

4. Hotel28 Myeongdong

Myeong-dong, 2.3 km from Dongnimmun Gate

Theodor

₩345,000

₩412,500 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

5. Four Seasons Hotel Seoul

1.3 km from Dongnimmun Gate

Minjeong

₩990,000

₩1,089,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 26 - Sep 27

6. The Westin Josun Seoul

Sogong-dong, 2 km from Dongnimmun Gate

Kevin

₩600,000

₩726,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

Deluxe Twin Room (Bigger than most in Seoul)

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

7. ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

Sogong-dong, 1.7 km from Dongnimmun Gate

Jean-Pierre

₩213,273

₩234,600 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

8. The Prima Hotel Jongno Insadong

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

gousheng

₩173,072

₩190,379 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

9. Courtyard by Marriott Seoul Myeongdong

Sogong-dong, 2 km from Dongnimmun Gate

MeShawn M

₩380,000

₩418,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

10. Hans House

1.1 km from Dongnimmun Gate

Mikwi

₩135,000

₩148,500 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

11. Le Méridien Seoul, Myeongdong

Myeong-dong, 2.3 km from Dongnimmun Gate

₩490,000

₩539,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

12. Hotel Sunbee Insadong

Insa-dong, 2.2 km from Dongnimmun Gate

Lauren

₩234,029

₩257,432 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

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

Myeong-dong, 2 km from Dongnimmun Gate

Mahajabin

₩460,000

₩556,600 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

14. Hotel Gracery Seoul

Sogong-dong, 1.9 km from Dongnimmun Gate

Julie Ann

₩151,818

₩183,700 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

15. Stayz437 Jongno

Insa-dong, 2.2 km from Dongnimmun Gate

Jenny

₩107,846

₩118,631 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

16. Hotel Midcity Myeongdong

Myeong-dong, 1.9 km from Dongnimmun Gate

Cameron

₩158,732

₩174,605 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

17. Aloft by Marriott Seoul Myeongdong

Myeong-dong, 2.2 km from Dongnimmun Gate

David

₩320,000

₩352,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

18. AMID HOTEL SEOUL

Insa-dong, 2.2 km from Dongnimmun Gate

Jayaprakash

₩220,000

₩242,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

19. 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

20. NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

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

Michael

₩254,455

₩279,900 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
HanokHanok	10.0 Exceptional 21 reviews	View
L’Escape, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Seoul Myeongdong	9.6 Exceptional 1,236 reviews	View
Moxy Seoul Myeongdong	9.6 Exceptional 870 reviews	View
Hotel28 Myeongdong	9.6 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Four Seasons Hotel Seoul	9.6 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View

Top Dongnimmun Gate Hotel Reviews

Hotel Gracery Seoul

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly staff, room services are good, has free two water bottles and two pieces of eye masks. The room is clean. Highly recommend!"

NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

10/10 Excellent

"Very pleased. 👍 Nice location and well kept rooms. Thank you, Room Service!"

Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station

8/10 Good

"Clean room, helpful staff"

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

10/10 Excellent

"One of my best stays. We didn't have a whole lot of communication with the staff while we were there but they answered all of my questions prior to our trip and our room was always cleaned and restocked with water when we returned for the day! It was super convient too with the gs25 store right down stairs, bana tiger down the street and burnt Seoul across the street. Great location."

Step Inn Myeongdong 1

8/10 Good

"value for money and very convenient location. great that there is a sustaining breakfast included. bathroom and bedroom pretty small and basic, but good value especially for long stay."

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

8/10 Good

"The location was good, the hotel was clean, and the people working there were just okay."

Stanford Hotel Myeongdong

8/10 Good

"Good location Close to station & shopping Good eating options Clean room Breakfast could have been better"

Koreana Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Loved the Koreana Hotel! Friendly, attentive staff and an unbeatable location—walking distance to all the top sights and surrounded by great restaurants."

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

10/10 Excellent

"The cleaner for our stay at floor 22 was amazing. She's very hardworking and ensures that our room stays clean. We stayed in Lotte City Hotel from September 2 to September 6."

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 culturally rich 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 culturally rich 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 66 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. Another good choice is Four Seasons Hotel Seoul, located just 0.8 mi (1.3 km) away.

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

Expedia has 66 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 Seoul Museum of Art, National Museum of Korean Contemporary History, and Yonsei University Museum. 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. HanokHanok

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

3. Moxy Seoul Myeongdong

4. Hotel28 Myeongdong

5. Four Seasons Hotel Seoul

6. The Westin Josun Seoul

7. ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

8. The Prima Hotel Jongno Insadong

9. Courtyard by Marriott Seoul Myeongdong

10. Hans House

11. Le Méridien Seoul, Myeongdong

12. Hotel Sunbee Insadong

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

14. Hotel Gracery Seoul

15. Stayz437 Jongno

16. Hotel Midcity Myeongdong

17. Aloft by Marriott Seoul Myeongdong

18. AMID HOTEL SEOUL

19. THE PLAZA Seoul, Autograph Collection

20. NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

Compare popular hotels close to Dongnimmun Gate

Top Dongnimmun Gate Hotel Reviews

Hotel Gracery Seoul

NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

Step Inn Myeongdong 1

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

Stanford Hotel Myeongdong

Koreana Hotel

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

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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