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

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.

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

1. L7 MYEONGDONG by LOTTE HOTELS

Myeong-dong, 1.5 km from Gwanghwamun Square

Shahzad

₩360,000

₩396,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

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 modern high-rise building with illuminated windows and a prominent Samsung Galaxy sign.

2. Four Seasons Hotel Seoul

0.3 km from Gwanghwamun Square

Amin

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

A modern hotel with a glass facade, multiple floors, and a prominent entrance.

A modern lounge area with sofas, tables, and a fireplace.

A buffet setup with various food items and bowls, a seating area with tables and chairs, and a modern kitchen in the background.

3. Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong

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

Julia

₩240,000

₩264,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 25 - Nov 26

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

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

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

₩222,546

₩244,801 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

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

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.

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

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

5. ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

Sogong-dong, 1.2 km from Gwanghwamun Square

Ronny

₩233,722

₩257,094 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

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

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

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.

6. Koreana Hotel

Myeong-dong, 0.5 km from Gwanghwamun Square

Hao Zhuang

₩218,182

₩240,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 25 - Nov 26

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 modern lobby with a reception desk, a round table with a plant, and a sofa.

7. AMID HOTEL SEOUL

Insa-dong, 0.7 km from Gwanghwamun Square

Dwight

₩175,000

₩192,500 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A modern hotel building with a flat facade, multiple windows, and a parking area in front.

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

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

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

8. Hotel Midcity Myeongdong

Myeong-dong, 0.7 km from Gwanghwamun Square

Eduard

₩237,416

₩261,158 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

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

An indoor seating area with tables and chairs, a glass wall with artwork, and a view of the street outside.

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

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

9. The Prima Hotel Jongno Insadong

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

Erfan

₩232,281

₩255,509 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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

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

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

Sun

₩200,000

₩220,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 24 - Nov 25

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

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, and a television.

11. Somerset Palace Seoul

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

Maree

₩250,000

₩275,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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

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

Luis

₩140,784

₩154,862 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 25 - Nov 26

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

A high-rise hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and illuminated signage.

13. THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL - 더그랜드롯데 서울

Myeong-dong, 0.8 km from Gwanghwamun Square

carol

₩480,000

₩580,800 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 25 - Nov 26

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

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

14. Hotel President

Myeong-dong, 0.8 km from Gwanghwamun Square

mario

₩281,339

₩309,473 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 25 - Nov 26

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

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.

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

15. Hanadays Jongno Gwanghwamun

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

Chet

₩123,025

₩135,328 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

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

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

16. LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

Myeong-dong, 1.2 km from Gwanghwamun Square

Arnel

₩290,000

₩319,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 18 - Nov 19

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

₩282,955

₩311,250 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

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

A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a glass partition with shelves, and a view of the city.

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

paul

₩196,083

₩237,259 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 26 - Nov 27

A spacious indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, large windows, and modern architecture.

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

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.

19. The Westin Josun Seoul

Sogong-dong, 1 km from Gwanghwamun Square

Makayla Leela

₩500,000

₩605,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

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

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

Jonathon

₩227,273

₩250,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 18 - Nov 19

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Top Gwanghwamun Square Hotel Reviews

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

10/10 Excellent

"We had a wonderful stay at ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun! The location is excellent, and the price is very reasonable compared to other hotels in the area. The staff were very friendly and helpful, and our room was spacious and comfortable. The breakfast buffet, which we purchased as part of our room rate, was absolutely fantastic! There was a great variety of delicious food to choose from, making it a wonderful way to start each day. The location was perfect for exploring Seoul. We were able to walk to Namdaemun Market, Myeongdong, and Namsan, and take a short subway ride to Bukchon Hanok Village. Overall, we had a very enjoyable stay and would highly recommend ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun to anyone visiting Seoul. It offers excellent value, comfortable rooms, friendly service, and a great breakfast in a convenient location. We would definitely stay here again!"

Crown Park Hotel Seoul Myeongdong

10/10 Excellent

"Centrally located within Seoul in Myeongdong, but just outside (essentially one block removed) of all the action so it is much more quieter and a significant positive for me. Staff was extremely friendly and the breakfast buffet was outstanding. Highly recommend having the buffet at least once on your visit. Hotel is conveniently located next to the subway so it is extremely easy and accessible to get around every major neighborhood. It is also walking distance to Seoul Station, but I would recommend taking a cab/taxi/Uber for convenience as the area is generally within a major node for traffic."

NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

8/10 Good

"Great location, walkable to cultural & shopping spots. Functional, convenient & comfortable. Would consider staying here again."

Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong

8/10 Good

"Very efficient simple hotel. Not fancy but efficient and functional. Beds and linen comfortable. Surprisingly no USB sockets in bedroom but front desk staff very helpful."

Hotel Gracery Seoul

8/10 Good

"Clean room, but it was really small. Little room for suitcases or for moving. The room however did have everything you need and a few nice touches - face masks, bath salts etc. Hotel in good location."

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

8/10 Good

"Room and hotel were very clean. Very lovely staff. Great location to public transit. Surrounded by construction, so a bit noisy and dirty. Bed is very comfortable and in room storage and appliances were great. Room 2015 - the door had issues locking all week. Elevators were slow."

UH Continental SeoulCenter

8/10 Good

"Overall experience was great. The only drawback was the unavailability of iron. Location is great and the overall appearance of the hotel looks better in person. Highly recommended."

THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL - 더그랜드롯데 서울

10/10 Excellent

"Awesome 5 star hotel as expected."

AMID HOTEL SEOUL

10/10 Excellent

"Very simple design. Bed very comfortable. Housekeeping staff was excellent, very attentive to our needs. Desk staff spoke multiple languages. Very courteous and kind."

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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)

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Ilmin Art Museum

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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

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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

Top Gwanghwamun Square Hotel Reviews

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

Crown Park Hotel Seoul Myeongdong

NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong

Hotel Gracery Seoul

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

UH Continental SeoulCenter

THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL - 더그랜드롯데 서울

AMID HOTEL SEOUL

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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