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A modern hotel with a prominent yellow sign on the side, surrounded by other buildings.

A modern hotel room with a cityscape view, a sofa, two chairs, a small table, and a large TV screen.

A modern kitchen with a marble backsplash, a central island with a buffet setup, and hanging pendant lights.

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a bar area, and large windows offering city views.

1. L7 MYEONGDONG by LOTTE HOTELS

Myeong-dong, 1.5 km from Gwanghwamun Square

Mitchell

₩350,000

₩385,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

The exterior of the Four Seasons Hotel with traditional Korean architecture and modern building above.

A modern bathroom with a large freestanding bathtub, two chairs, a small table with toiletries, and a potted plant.

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, wooden partitions, and modern lighting fixtures.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, large windows, and a modern design.

2. Four Seasons Hotel Seoul

0.3 km from Gwanghwamun Square

Marie

₩1,190,000

₩1,309,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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 fireplace with a stone facade and a visible fire.

3. Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 0.4 km from Gwanghwamun Square

SUJIN

₩246,000

₩270,600 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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 interior with a dining area, a wooden cabinet, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

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

4. NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 0.6 km from Gwanghwamun Square

Meirav

₩268,037

₩294,841 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a bed, and a wooden floor.

A cityscape with a prominent hotel building labeled "SUITE HOTEL" featuring a modern design with numerous windows and a flat roof.

A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a wooden vanity, and a robe hanging on a rack.

A modern hotel room with a large flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, two beds with headboards, a bedside table, a lamp, and a walk-in closet with a sliding door.

5. ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

Sogong-dong, 1.2 km from Gwanghwamun Square

Lakisha

₩288,546

₩317,401 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern hotel building with a prominent sign reading "KOREANA HOTEL".

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a city view.

A modern building with a restaurant on the ground floor, featuring large awnings and outdoor seating.

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a bar area, and a display case with items.

6. Koreana Hotel

Myeong-dong, 0.5 km from Gwanghwamun Square

alfred

₩175,636

₩193,200 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

The exterior of the Amid Hotel in Seoul, featuring a modern facade, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

A hotel room with two beds, grey headboards, and a large window with curtains.

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.

7. AMID HOTEL SEOUL

Insa-dong, 0.7 km from Gwanghwamun Square

Dwight

₩237,500

₩261,250 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

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

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

A restaurant with long wooden tables and black chairs, large windows, and hanging light bulbs.

A modern reception area with a reception desk, a digital screen, and a seating area with red chairs.

8. Hotel Midcity Myeongdong

Myeong-dong, 0.7 km from Gwanghwamun Square

Cameron

₩255,731

₩281,304 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

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

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

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

A traditional pavilion with a tiled roof, stone lion statues, and a stone pagoda.

9. The Prima Hotel Jongno Insadong

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 0.6 km from Gwanghwamun Square

Erfan

₩218,619

₩240,481 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

The exterior of a building with the sign "SHILLA STAY" indicating a hotel or accommodation.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of a cityscape at night.

A buffet with various food items and a view of the cityscape through large windows.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV.

10. Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station

1.2 km from Gwanghwamun Square

Milica

₩205,000

₩225,500 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, two round coffee tables, a bookshelf, and large windows with blinds.

A spacious lobby with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a floor lamp.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a small table with a plant.

A modern elevator with a digital display, a wall-mounted sign, and a floor number indicator.

11. Somerset Palace Seoul

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 0.5 km from Gwanghwamun Square

Guoping

₩280,000

₩308,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a mirror, and a potted plant.

A modern hotel corridor with a long, straight path, recessed ceiling lighting, and a potted plant on the right.

A sign with the text 'HAVEN STAY JONGNO 6F' and 'HANA DAYS' indicating a hotel room or suite number.

A modern kitchen with a built-in microwave, a coffee machine, and a sink.

12. Haven Stay Jongno

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 0.4 km from Gwanghwamun Square

Trong

₩107,141

₩117,855 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

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

A luxurious lobby with a grand chandelier, a bar area, and large windows offering a view of a waterfall.

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

13. THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL - 더그랜드롯데 서울

Myeong-dong, 0.8 km from Gwanghwamun Square

Mahajabin

₩610,000

₩738,100 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A hotel with a prominent 'PRESIDENT' sign, modern architecture, and a busy street with light trails.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a TV, and a brick wall.

A spacious lobby with a marble floor, a reception desk, and a chandelier.

A gym with various exercise equipment, large windows, and a brick wall.

14. Hotel President

Myeong-dong, 0.8 km from Gwanghwamun Square

Sanjip

₩204,307

₩224,738 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A hotel room with a large window, a view of a building with balconies, and a decorative octagonal wall piece.

A hotel corridor with a lounge area, a kitchenette, and artwork on the walls.

A kitchen with a tiled backsplash, a map, a green lamp, and three bar stools.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a lamp, a mirror, a wardrobe, and a small refrigerator.

15. Hanadays Jongno Gwanghwamun

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 0.4 km from Gwanghwamun Square

Chet

₩105,070

₩115,577 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

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

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

16. LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

Myeong-dong, 1.2 km from Gwanghwamun Square

Arnel

₩330,000

₩363,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in appliances, and a variety of food items displayed on the counter.

A balcony with a wooden floor, a table, and chairs. It overlooks a cityscape with buildings and a church.

A restaurant and cafe entrance with a modern design, a digital menu display, and a reception area visible through the doorway.

A modern hotel lobby with a large sectional sofa, a reception desk, and large windows offering city views.

17. Solaria Nishitetsu Hotel Seoul Myeongdong

Myeong-dong, 1.4 km from Gwanghwamun Square

Ping Ping

₩354,545

₩390,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A modern hotel with a vertical facade, large windows, and a sign reading "HOTEL GRACERY".

A hotel lobby with a clear floor plan sign indicating guest rooms, a reception area, and a hotel grocery.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a TV, and a view of the cityscape through the window.

A modern interior with a sign for a smoking room, a wooden door, and contemporary furniture.

18. Hotel Gracery Seoul

Sogong-dong, 1.2 km from Gwanghwamun Square

Andrew

₩273,422

₩300,764 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A modern dining area with a round table, chairs, and a view of traditional architecture.

A grand entrance with a floral archway and a central aisle leading to a stage.

A modern hotel with a curved facade, multiple floors, and a prominent entrance with a covered area.

A modern hotel room with a glass-enclosed shower, a large bathtub, a bed, and a city view.

19. The Westin Josun Seoul

Sogong-dong, 1 km from Gwanghwamun Square

SEUNG YEON

₩600,000

₩726,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern high-rise building with a grid of windows, a ground-level entrance, and a well-lit street.

A modern hotel room with a skylight, a large bed, a wooden desk, a bathroom with a vanity, and a flat-screen TV.

A room with a ball pit, a large teddy bear, a television, and a disco ball.

A spacious lobby with seating areas, large windows, and a unique ceiling design.

20. Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong

Sogong-dong, 1.2 km from Gwanghwamun Square

James

₩196,000

₩215,600 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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The Westin Josun Seoul	9.6 Exceptional 1,021 reviews	View
Hotel28 Myeongdong	9.6 Exceptional 1,003 reviews	View
THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL - 더그랜드롯데 서울	9.4 Exceptional 2,245 reviews	View
The Prima Hotel Jongno Insadong	9.4 Exceptional 1,084 reviews	View
Hotel Sunbee Insadong	9.4 Exceptional 1,003 reviews	View

Top Gwanghwamun Square Hotel Reviews

Koreana Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Todo fue excelente!"

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

10/10 Excellent

"The room was immaculate and the staff was so friendly. I will stay again"

NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

10/10 Excellent

"Staff were really helpful, location was great, roomy and clean."

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

10/10 Excellent

"The EA was really well situated. Near to bus stops and subways, and within easy walking distance of the main central areas. Staff were incredibly helpful and always positive in their Support. The swimming pool was very welcome after a hard day walking. The room was very clean, well organised and the bed was wonderful."

ROYAL HOTEL SEOUL Myeongdong

10/10 Excellent

"The most convenient location with all restaurants, shopping & conveniences immediately outside the hotel. Staff are friendly, rooms are as expected. Modern & clean. Would stay again."

Hotel Midcity Myeongdong

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, friendly staff, near everything street food, myeongdong center. Free lockers for 12 hours before and after check in for guests of the hotel. We love it very much. I recommend"

Hotel Gracery Seoul

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely well located hotel. Staff were great. Lifts are a bit confusing. But otherwise a property I’d definitely recommend"

The Prima Hotel Jongno Insadong

8/10 Good

"Overall very good, would stay here again. The only minor observation I would make is the carpets and bathrooms are *slightly* worn/dated - but the staff does an excellent job of cleaning. The American style breakfast buffet was very good, especially the hash browns and grape juice. The location is ideal - from this hotel you are an easy shot to many things."

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay at Lotte City Myeongdong - and would stay here again or recommend to friends visiting Seoul for the first time. Just located slightly away for the busiest parts of Myeongdong so perfect to come back to and walk about from. Check-in was easy and the staff allowed us to check in 3 hours early which was perfect. Room was clean and tidy with the expected amenities. Only thing missing was an iron but there is an ironing room on the 3rd floor. Bathroom is a good size with a modern Japanese-style toilet. A perfect stay all around!"

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A golden statue of a seated figure on a throne with mountains in the background.

Statue of Sejong the Great

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A traditional Chinese building with a multi-tiered roof and illuminated interior at dusk.

Sejong Cultural Center

9.0/10 (21 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Sejong Cultural Center during your stay in Seoul. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

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A statue in a square surrounded by modern buildings.

Statue of Admiral Yi Sun Shin

Central to this city is a statue of a man radiating a feeling of strength and power. Look up at this figure representing one of Korea’s biggest heroes.

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Ilmin Art Museum

Delve into the fascinating selection of artworks, documentary archives and history relics partially assembled by a late journalist and media group owner.

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Sejong Gallery

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

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National Museum of Korean Contemporary History

You can study the exhibits at National Museum of Korean Contemporary History, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Seoul. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Dongwha Duty Free Shop

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Gwanghwamun Square?

Gwanghwamun Square is located in Seoul. This culturally rich area is known for its array of dining options and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 406 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Gwanghwamun Square?

Adjacent to Gwanghwamun Square, 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 Gracery Seoul and THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL - 더그랜드롯데 서울.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Gwanghwamun Square?

Expedia has 406 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Gwanghwamun Square.

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

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available near Gwanghwamun Square.

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

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What can I see and do near Gwanghwamun Square?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at National Museum of Korean Contemporary History, Alive Museum Insadong, or Seoul Museum of Art. Explore notable local landmarks like Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village, and Gwanghwamun. You can catch a show at Myeongdong Nanta Theatre, Myeongdong Theater, and Chongdong Theater.

How can I get to Gwanghwamun Square?

Walk to nearby metro stations like Gwanghwamun Station, Jonggak Station, and Gyeongbokgung Station. If you'd like to explore around the area nearby, you may want a car rental for your journey.

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Our top choices for Gwanghwamun Square hotels

1. L7 MYEONGDONG by LOTTE HOTELS

2. Four Seasons Hotel Seoul

3. Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong

4. NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

5. ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

6. Koreana Hotel

7. AMID HOTEL SEOUL

8. Hotel Midcity Myeongdong

9. The Prima Hotel Jongno Insadong

10. Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station

11. Somerset Palace Seoul

12. Haven Stay Jongno

13. THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL - 더그랜드롯데 서울

14. Hotel President

15. Hanadays Jongno Gwanghwamun

16. LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

17. Solaria Nishitetsu Hotel Seoul Myeongdong

18. Hotel Gracery Seoul

19. The Westin Josun Seoul

20. Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong

Compare popular hotels close to Gwanghwamun Square

Top Gwanghwamun Square Hotel Reviews

Koreana Hotel

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

ROYAL HOTEL SEOUL Myeongdong

Hotel Midcity Myeongdong

Hotel Gracery Seoul

The Prima Hotel Jongno Insadong

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

Other attractions near Gwanghwamun Square

Statue of Sejong the Great

Sejong Cultural Center

Statue of Admiral Yi Sun Shin

Ilmin Art Museum

Sejong Gallery

National Museum of Korean Contemporary History

Yi Sun-sin

Dongwha Duty Free Shop

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