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

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table, and a lamp. There is a window with a view of a tower and greenery.

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

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

₩410,000

₩451,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 11 - Nov 12

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

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

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

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

Wilfredo

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

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.

3. Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong

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

Chang

₩312,000

₩343,200 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

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

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

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

4. NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

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

Meirav

₩290,182

₩319,200 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

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 gym with treadmills, weight machines, and a rack of dumbbells.

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

5. ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

Sogong-dong, 1.2 km from Gwanghwamun Square

Kathy

₩225,066

₩247,573 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

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

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

A gym with treadmills, weight machines, and a variety of exercise equipment.

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

₩275,416

₩302,957 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 11 - Nov 12

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

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.

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

7. AMID HOTEL SEOUL

Insa-dong, 0.7 km from Gwanghwamun Square

Dwight

₩200,000

₩220,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

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

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

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

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

Eduard

₩275,403

₩302,943 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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

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

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.

9. The Prima Hotel Jongno Insadong

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

Erfan

₩273,272

₩300,599 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

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

A modern fireplace with a stone facade and a visible fire.

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

10. Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station

1.2 km from Gwanghwamun Square

Luis

₩260,000

₩286,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

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

A hotel entrance with a modern facade, large glass doors, and a prominent name sign.

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 compact living space with a dining area, a washing machine, and a potted plant.

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

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

₩148,546

₩163,401 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

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

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

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

13. THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL - 더그랜드롯데 서울

Myeong-dong, 0.8 km from Gwanghwamun Square

Mahajabin

₩570,000

₩689,700 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 11 - Nov 12

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

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

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

A dessert display case with various cakes and pastries.

14. Hotel President

Myeong-dong, 0.8 km from Gwanghwamun Square

mario

₩285,538

₩314,092 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

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 reception area with a marble wall, a 'HANA DAYS' sign, a KIOSK for check-in, and a QR code for Wi-Fi access.

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

₩152,950

₩168,245 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

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

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

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

16. LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

Myeong-dong, 1.2 km from Gwanghwamun Square

Arnel

₩285,000

₩313,500 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

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

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

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.

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

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

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

18. Hotel Gracery Seoul

Sogong-dong, 1.2 km from Gwanghwamun Square

Andrew

₩265,048

₩291,553 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

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

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.

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

19. The Westin Josun Seoul

Sogong-dong, 1 km from Gwanghwamun Square

SEUNG YEON

₩600,000

₩726,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 5 - Nov 6

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

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

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a wine wall, and large windows.

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

20. Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong

Sogong-dong, 1.2 km from Gwanghwamun Square

James

₩218,182

₩240,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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Top Gwanghwamun Square Hotel Reviews

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

8/10 Good

"Clean and comfortable"

Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong

10/10 Excellent

"Stayed 5 nights and loved it. The location is unbeatable, easy walk to the subway and major sights in Myeongdong. Front desk staff were genuinely helpful every time I stopped by. Room was clean and comfortable, everything I needed. Would absolutely stay again."

AMID HOTEL SEOUL

10/10 Excellent

"The breakfasts were great. Lots of selections. Having laundry facilities was a bonus. Great location in the city. Staff was attentive and spoke English well. I would stay here again.."

Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station

8/10 Good

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THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL - 더그랜드롯데 서울

10/10 Excellent

"Wife and I had a wonderful stay in a spacious, quiet, clean, elegantly designed and very comfortable room with large windows overlooking the city. Staff were consistently helpful. Breakfast at both restaurants are excellent. The lobby space is beautiful. The hotel location is perfect. We are grateful to the staff and want to acknowledge the person who checked us in, our housekeeper, the bell desk and breakfast staff - thank you for a memorable stay."

Hotel Midcity Myeongdong

8/10 Good

"Staff are very pleasant, great location"

Step Inn Myeongdong 1

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room and clean and laundry machine"

NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

10/10 Excellent

"A great hotel with confortable beds, nice rooms, great location and very complete breakfast buffet. Close to main attractions. Very recommendable."

Crown Park Hotel Seoul Myeongdong

8/10 Good

"Hotel itself ideally located for most things, but even in deluxe room furniture pretty basic, but beds comfy. Breakfast was OK but no Black/Breakfast tea, only Earl Grey or fruit teas, Coffee from machine was lukewarm but if you ask for hot milk they will bring it. After a long day site-seeing was disappointed to find that there nowhere to get a drink in evening, small lounge on 17th floor but only sold spirits. oh for a glass of wine. Most of the staff had reasonable English, whereas I had no Korean, and were very helpful."

Other attractions near Gwanghwamun Square

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

Statue of Sejong the Great

A golden statue with a palace and a mountain behind highlight the importance of this individual. Stand in front of the monument to sense his significance.

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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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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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A traditional Korean palace with a multi-tiered roof, stone pathways, and a mountainous backdrop.

Gwanghwamun

8.8/10 (1,917 reviews)

Sense the magnetism of this place with its dynamic feeling of being at the heart of the country. This important area is historic as well as contemporary.

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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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Yi Sun-sin

Find out about the history of Seoul with a stop at Yi Sun-sin. Stroll along the riverfront in this vibrant area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

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Dongwha Duty Free Shop

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

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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?

To access more information about changing or cancelling your stay near Gwanghwamun Square, click here.

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

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong

AMID HOTEL SEOUL

Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station

THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL - 더그랜드롯데 서울

Hotel Midcity Myeongdong

Step Inn Myeongdong 1

NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

Crown Park Hotel Seoul Myeongdong

Other attractions near Gwanghwamun Square

Statue of Sejong the Great

Sejong Cultural Center

Ilmin Art Museum

Gwanghwamun

Sejong Gallery

National Museum of Korean Contemporary History

Yi Sun-sin

Dongwha Duty Free Shop

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