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

Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed (6-Earth) | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

1. HanokHanok

1.2 km from Dongnimmun Gate

Alvin

₩109,119

₩120,031 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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

Hoehyeon-dong, 2.2 km from Dongnimmun Gate

Ingrida

₩360,000

₩396,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

Family Quadruple Room | Bathroom | Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap

3. Seoul101 Jongno

Insa-dong, 2.3 km from Dongnimmun Gate

Marui

₩90,000

₩99,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

Double Room, City View | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board (on request)

4. STAY OHANA

Insa-dong, 2.2 km from Dongnimmun Gate

Vittoria

₩113,455

₩124,800 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

5 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, and dinner served

Indoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)

5. The Westin Josun Seoul

Sogong-dong, 2 km from Dongnimmun Gate

Kevin

₩500,000

₩605,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

6. Hotel Sunbee Insadong

Insa-dong, 2.2 km from Dongnimmun Gate

Duc

₩216,403

₩238,043 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

49-inch LED TV with cable channels, Netflix, Hulu

Standard Twin Room (Bigger than most in Seoul) | Bathroom | Designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers

7. ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

Sogong-dong, 1.7 km from Dongnimmun Gate

Jean-Pierre

₩173,127

₩190,440 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

Minibar (free items), in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

8. Hotel28 Myeongdong

Myeong-dong, 2.3 km from Dongnimmun Gate

Theodor

₩285,000

₩346,500 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

9. Hans House

1.1 km from Dongnimmun Gate

Mikwi

₩135,000

₩148,500 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

Royal Double Room | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers

10. 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

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

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

Myeong-dong, 2 km from Dongnimmun Gate

Mahajabin

₩437,000

₩528,770 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, blackout drapes

12. Hotel Gracery Seoul

Sogong-dong, 1.9 km from Dongnimmun Gate

Yuen Ting

₩159,970

₩175,967 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Tower | Living room | 49-inch LED TV with satellite channels, TV

13. Courtyard by Marriott Seoul Myeongdong

Sogong-dong, 2 km from Dongnimmun Gate

Monique

₩380,000

₩418,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

Suite B | Living area | 50-inch Smart TV with cable channels, heated floors

14. Hotel Modak Namdaemun

Sogong-dong, 1.7 km from Dongnimmun Gate

Tricia

₩149,702

₩164,672 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

15. AMID HOTEL SEOUL

Insa-dong, 2.2 km from Dongnimmun Gate

Alisha H

₩198,000

₩217,800 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

Grand Deluxe Double Room (Floor 25 ~ 27) | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, soundproofing

16. Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station

1 km from Dongnimmun Gate

Milica

₩155,000

₩170,500 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

17. Hotel Midcity Myeongdong

Myeong-dong, 1.9 km from Dongnimmun Gate

Cameron

₩170,942

₩188,036 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

Urban, Studio Suite, 2 Twin Beds | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

18. Aloft by Marriott Seoul Myeongdong

Myeong-dong, 2.2 km from Dongnimmun Gate

David

₩360,000

₩396,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

19. Fraser Place Namdaemun Seoul

Sogong-dong, 1.9 km from Dongnimmun Gate

Paul

₩425,700

₩468,270 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

Deluxe Twin Room, Balcony | WiFi (free), bed sheets

20. Stayz437 Jongno

Insa-dong, 2.2 km from Dongnimmun Gate

Jenny

₩89,064

₩97,970 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

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Compare popular hotels close to Dongnimmun Gate

Property	Property class	Guest rating
HanokHanok	10.0 Exceptional 21 reviews	View
L’Escape, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Seoul Myeongdong	9.6 Exceptional 1,239 reviews	View
Seoul101 Jongno	9.6 Exceptional 7 reviews	View
STAY OHANA	9.6 Exceptional 19 reviews	View
The Westin Josun Seoul	9.6 Exceptional 1,031 reviews	View

Top Dongnimmun Gate Hotel Reviews

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent property with plenty to do in the busy area of Myeongdong. Hotel is up to date any rooms are very spacious and clean."

Hotel Midcity Myeongdong

8/10 Good

"Good location, room is clean and staff is helpful."

Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station

10/10 Excellent

"Overall good"

THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL (Formerly: Lotte Hotel Seoul)

10/10 Excellent

"No"

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent hotel well located family rooms spacious. At the time of the visit it was good value for money."

Fraser Place Namdaemun Seoul

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was great beside where the plugs located were hard to find"

Koreana Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"It was good hotel, we really enjoyed restaurant"

The Westin Josun Seoul

10/10 Excellent

"We had an amazing stay at the Westin Josun. The hotel is well located close to the heart of Myeongdong. The service was 5 stars- the staff could not have been more helpful. Any time we needed a taxi or anything else, they were on it. The room service was efficient and delicious. I highly recommend it."

NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

10/10 Excellent

"Very good"

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 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. 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 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. Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village, and Deoksugung Palace 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. Seoul101 Jongno

4. STAY OHANA

5. The Westin Josun Seoul

6. Hotel Sunbee Insadong

7. ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

8. Hotel28 Myeongdong

9. Hans House

10. The Prima Hotel Jongno Insadong

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

12. Hotel Gracery Seoul

13. Courtyard by Marriott Seoul Myeongdong

14. Hotel Modak Namdaemun

15. AMID HOTEL SEOUL

16. Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station

17. Hotel Midcity Myeongdong

18. Aloft by Marriott Seoul Myeongdong

19. Fraser Place Namdaemun Seoul

20. Stayz437 Jongno

Compare popular hotels close to Dongnimmun Gate

Top Dongnimmun Gate Hotel Reviews

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

Hotel Midcity Myeongdong

Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station

THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL (Formerly: Lotte Hotel Seoul)

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

Fraser Place Namdaemun Seoul

Koreana Hotel

The Westin Josun Seoul

NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

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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