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A courtyard with a gravel path, potted plants, and a stone statue.

A cozy room with a bed, a wooden coffee table, and a patterned wall.

A cozy living room with a low ceiling, patterned wallpaper, and a wooden ceiling beam. There is a sofa with patterned cushions, a coffee table, and a lamp.

A traditional Japanese building with a patterned exterior, a large window, and a well-lit entrance.

1. HanokHanok

0.6 km from Gwanghwamun Square

Kenneth

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a glass-enclosed shower, a vanity with a sink and mirror, and a flat-screen TV.

A modern bathroom with a white sink, mirror, and towel rack. There is a small table with a chair and a towel rack with towels.

A room with a blue sofa, beige chairs, and small round tables.

A modern interior with a reception area, a dining space with tables and chairs, and a display of vases.

2. Hotel28 Myeongdong

Myeong-dong, 1.1 km from Gwanghwamun Square

Theodor

NT$8,324

NT$9,930 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a counter with a plant.

A rooftop terrace with artificial grass, outdoor seating, and modern buildings in the background.

3. STAY OHANA

Insa-dong, 0.8 km from Gwanghwamun Square

Vittoria

NT$3,511

NT$3,862 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

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

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.

4. The Prima Hotel Jongno Insadong

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

gousheng

NT$4,058

NT$4,464 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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

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

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

5. The Westin Josun Seoul

Sogong-dong, 1 km from Gwanghwamun Square

Kevin

NT$13,130

NT$15,888 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

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

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

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.

6. Four Seasons Hotel Seoul

0.3 km from Gwanghwamun Square

Minjeong

NT$23,504

NT$25,854 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

A modern building with large windows, a wooden facade, and a visible entrance.

An outdoor seating area with tables and benches, a building with glass doors, and a tree in the background.

A hotel sign with the name "SUNBEE HOTEL" and Korean characters.

A modern restaurant with white chairs and tables, large windows, and a visible kitchen area.

7. Hotel Sunbee Insadong

Insa-dong, 0.7 km from Gwanghwamun Square

Lauren

NT$5,487

NT$6,036 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

A snow-covered roof with a stack of cylindrical objects, possibly barrels, and a brick wall in the background.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a gas stove, a toaster, and dish drying racks.

A gated entrance to a building with a red door, a brick wall, and potted plants.

A traditional Japanese building with a modern glass extension, surrounded by lush greenery and other contemporary structures.

8. Hans House

0.6 km from Gwanghwamun Square

Mikwi

NT$3,165

NT$3,482 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

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

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

9. NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

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

Michael

NT$5,244

NT$5,768 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern hotel corridor with numbered doors, a carpeted floor, and recessed lighting.

A reception area with a reception desk labeled "INFORMATION," a wall-mounted TV, and a wooden door with "STAYZ 437" signage.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV mounted on the wall, a mirror, and a small table with a kettle.

A modern hotel corridor with a marble wall, potted plants, and an elevator.

10. Stayz437 Jongno

Insa-dong, 0.8 km from Gwanghwamun Square

Jenny

NT$2,197

NT$2,417 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

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.

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

Myeong-dong, 0.8 km from Gwanghwamun Square

Mahajabin

NT$10,812

NT$13,082 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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

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.

12. Hotel Midcity Myeongdong

Myeong-dong, 0.7 km from Gwanghwamun Square

Cameron

NT$3,722

NT$4,094 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

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

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.

A modern cafe with a long counter displaying pastries and coffee machines, surrounded by wooden chairs and tables.

13. AMID HOTEL SEOUL

Insa-dong, 0.7 km from Gwanghwamun Square

Jayaprakash

NT$5,393

NT$5,932 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, and a window with curtains.

A modern hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a view of the hallway leading to the kitchen.

A narrow alleyway with a closed storefront on the left, a tiled walkway, and a building with a brick wall on the right.

A modern interior with a sign reading "urbanstay boutique ikseon".

14. Urbanstay Boutique Ikseon

1.1 km from Gwanghwamun Square

Ye Kai

NT$3,447

NT$3,792 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

A table with a vase of flowers and a glass of iced tea.

A room with a view of a cityscape through a large window, a green armchair with a pillow, and a small wooden stool.

A snow-covered outdoor area with a Christmas tree, benches, and potted plants.

A hotel room with a bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and curtains on the windows.

15. Hotel Tradiup by the Designers

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 1 km from Gwanghwamun Square

LaQuita

NT$3,551

NT$3,906 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A high-rise hotel with multiple floors, illuminated windows, and a prominent signage at the top.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a view of the city through floor-to-ceiling windows, and a minimalist design.

A gym with cardio machines, weightlifting equipment, and dumbbells.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in oven, and a large island with a sink.

16. Orakai Insadong Suites

Insa-dong, 0.9 km from Gwanghwamun Square

QINGBO

NT$7,691

NT$8,460 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

A modern hotel with a central courtyard, multiple floors, and a prominent entrance.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, a round wooden coffee table, and a seating area with a sofa and armchairs.

A modern lobby with a unique architectural design featuring circular cutouts and a polished tile floor.

A long dining table with candle-lit centerpieces, surrounded by chairs, in a modern hotel dining area.

17. THE PLAZA Seoul, Autograph Collection

Sogong-dong, 0.9 km from Gwanghwamun Square

Sean

NT$10,551

NT$12,767 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low table, cushions, and a large window with shoji screens.

A modern interior with wooden flooring, a central column, and a seating area with stools.

A modern interior with a dining area, a kitchen, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A modern interior with a wooden ceiling, a flat-screen TV, a dining table with chairs, and a kitchen area with a stove and teapot.

18. UH Suite Central Seoul

Myeong-dong, 0.6 km from Gwanghwamun Square

Rafael

NT$5,000

NT$5,500 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

A building with a sign reading "Small House Big Door."

A hotel corridor with a red elevator, a SHRD Hotel sign, and an emergency exit sign.

A red sign with the text "Small House Big Door" on a building facade.

A long, narrow hotel corridor with white walls, black flooring, and a ceiling with exposed beams and lighting fixtures.

19. Small House Big Door Myeongdong

Myeong-dong, 0.8 km from Gwanghwamun Square

kelsang

NT$4,362

NT$4,799 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 16 - Sep 17

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area, and a city view.

A hallway with a wooden floor and walls, a sign indicating room number 2, and shelves with various items on the left side.

A modern bathroom with a marble wall, a bench with colorful cushions, and multiple sinks with unique bowls.

A modern hotel reception area with a reception desk, a bench, and a glass partition.

20. N285 Hotel Insadong

Insa-dong, 0.9 km from Gwanghwamun Square

Michael

NT$3,376

NT$3,714 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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Compare popular hotels close to Gwanghwamun Square

Property	Property class	Guest rating
HanokHanok	10.0 Exceptional 21 reviews	View
Hotel28 Myeongdong	9.6 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
STAY OHANA	9.6 Exceptional 19 reviews	View
The Prima Hotel Jongno Insadong	9.4 Exceptional 1,052 reviews	View
The Westin Josun Seoul	9.6 Exceptional 1,021 reviews	View

Top Gwanghwamun Square Hotel Reviews

Hotel Midcity Myeongdong

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel. Great staff! I 100% Recommend this place."

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

10/10 Excellent

"Nice large clean rooms! Very central and easy to get around from the hotel."

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

10/10 Excellent

"The rooms were very clean and spacious compared to some other hotels we have been to in Asia. Although it’s a little bit of a walk to myeongdong area, it wasnt’t too bad even with our toddler. But a taxi/uber from there is only a few minutes and not too expensive of a ride. It is also not too far from other popular areas like Gangnam, which was about 25 or so minute taxi/uber ride. Lots of places to eat in walking distance (20 minutes or less) and also lots of shopping. We didn’t have to go out of this area much as the department stores were also walkable or an easy ride."

Stanford Hotel Myeongdong

8/10 Good

"Great location , Resturant options and rooms were very well maintained"

NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

10/10 Excellent

"Highly recommend"

Crown Park Hotel Seoul Myeongdong

8/10 Good

"Great location. Small but adequate room with large shower."

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."

Hotel Gracery Seoul

10/10 Excellent

"We had a wonderful stay at this hotel and would definitely stay here again! Check-in was incredibly easy and efficient. We were also able to check in earlier than the standard time by signing up for the hotel’s free loyalty program. The sign-up process was quick and painless, and it was well worth it for the added convenience of getting into our room early. The location is fantastic. The hotel is conveniently close to the train, making it easy to get around, and it’s also within easy reach of Myeongdong Night Market and Namdaemun Market. There were plenty of things to explore, eat, and shop for right nearby, which made the location especially convenient. Another great feature was the washer and dryer in the lobby. You do need cash to use them, but having laundry facilities right at the hotel was incredibly convenient. It meant we could wash clothes during our trip and avoid bringing a suitcase full of dirty laundry home! Our room also had exquisite views of the city and surrounding hills. Waking up to that scenery was definitely a highlight of the stay. Overall, this hotel offered a great combination of convenience, comfort, location, and thoughtful amenities. We really enjoyed our stay and would happily come back again!"

Step Inn Myeongdong 1

10/10 Excellent

"This is a perfect location to experience Seoul. If you're looking for a reasonable price, good location, this is for you. If you spend a lot of time in your hotel room, book somewhere else."

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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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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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 399 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 (Formerly: Lotte Hotel Seoul).

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

Expedia has 399 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, Seoul Museum of Art, or Seoul National University Hospital. Explore notable local landmarks like Bukchon Hanok Village, Gwanghwamun, and Gyeongbokgung Palace. You can catch a show at Myeongdong Nanta Theatre, Chongdong Theater, and Myeongdong 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. HanokHanok

2. Hotel28 Myeongdong

3. STAY OHANA

4. The Prima Hotel Jongno Insadong

5. The Westin Josun Seoul

6. Four Seasons Hotel Seoul

7. Hotel Sunbee Insadong

8. Hans House

9. NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

10. Stayz437 Jongno

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

12. Hotel Midcity Myeongdong

13. AMID HOTEL SEOUL

14. Urbanstay Boutique Ikseon

15. Hotel Tradiup by the Designers

16. Orakai Insadong Suites

17. THE PLAZA Seoul, Autograph Collection

18. UH Suite Central Seoul

19. Small House Big Door Myeongdong

20. N285 Hotel Insadong

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Top Gwanghwamun Square Hotel Reviews

Hotel Midcity Myeongdong

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

Stanford Hotel Myeongdong

NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

Crown Park Hotel Seoul Myeongdong

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

Hotel Gracery Seoul

Step Inn Myeongdong 1

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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