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| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Toyoko Inn Seoul Dongdaemun I |
8.7 / 10 (548 Reviews) |
From 68$ | |
| Lotte Hotel Seoul |
8.8 / 10 (2424 Reviews) |
From 240$ | |
| Seoul Rex Hotel |
8.2 / 10 (8 Reviews) |
From 62$ | |
| Nine Tree By Parnas Seoul Myeongdong 1 |
8.6 / 10 (2405 Reviews) |
From 50$ | |
| Nine Tree By Parnas Seoul Myeongdong 2 |
8.7 / 10 (2804 Reviews) |
From 113$ |
With a huge array of user-friendly search tools and descriptive hotel profiles, you'll easily find Seoul hotels near Gwanghwamun Gate in a wink. More than 214 deals not far from Gwanghwamun Gate are our best options in the area.
Travellers have left more than 13642 positive reviews about Insadong Crown Hotel rated 8.0/10 for 41US$ per night.
Kimchee Downtown Guesthouse rated 8.0/10 may also suit you — only 17US$ per one night.
Other best deals are Hotel Rian, Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun and Banyan Tree Club & Spa.
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Placed just 250 metres from Dongdaemun Design Plaza, Toyoko Inn Seoul Dongdaemun includes 175 rooms with views of the city. Parking is provided on site.
Situated approximately 20 minutes on foot from the ancestral Jongmyo Shrine, this 3-star inn is in a short walking distance to Dongdaemun History and Culture Park underground station. Cultural sights in the area are the historic Gyeongbokgung Palace (3.2 km) and the Royal museum "Jeong Kwan-heon of Deoksugung Palace" (3 km). National Theater of Korea Museum of Performing Arts is around a 5-minute drive from the hotel. Toyoko Inn Seoul Dongdaemun is at a 3.8 km distance from Seoul train station, while Gimpo airport is 24 minutes' drive away.
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Comprising 1325 rooms, the 5-star Lotte Hotel Seoul is set within walking distance to the business district of Seoul, nearly a 16-minute walk from the Korean Insa-dong Maru Restaurant. Boasting a location in a metropolitan area, this Seoul hotel overlooks city and offers fusion cuisine.
Located in the centre of Seoul and 2.6 km from N Seoul Observation Tower, the luxurious accommodation is also just a short drive from Myeongdong Shopping Street. The Lotte Hotel is less than 5 minutes' walk from Grevin Seoul Waxwork Museum and 20 km from Gimpo airport. The elegant property stands at a moderate distance from the chief Jogyesa Temple, popular with pilgrims and tourists alike. Lotte Hotel Seoul is close to the public transport, as it is set a mere 5 minutes' walk from City Hall underground station and just 5 minutes' walk from Shuttle bus stop.
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Located within a 10-minute walk of the rebuilt Namdaemun City Gate, the comfortable 3-star Seoul Rex Hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and concierge service. Guests at the non-smoking hotel can enjoy Wi Fi in public areas.
A short walk will take you to the historic Gyeongbokgung Palace in 25 minutes. The touristic area gives proximity to shopping venues like Dongdaemun Design Plaza (2.7 km) and Gwangjang Traditional Market (2.1 km). Also, N Seoul Observation Tower lies about a 15-minute walk away, and Hoehyeon is on the doorstep of the hotel. Seoul Rex Hotel is located 20 km from Gimpo airport and nearly 5 minutes' walk from Namsan 3 Ho Tunnel bus stop.
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Located around 20 minutes on foot from the Korean Insa-dong Maru Restaurant, the premium Nine Tree Hotel Myeongdong Seoul offers 24-hour reception, late check-out service and housekeeping. Featuring 299 rooms with views of the city, this 3-star newly opened hotel is set a 5-minute drive from the 236-meter-tall N Seoul Tower.
Guests can reach Myeongdong Shopping Street within a 5-minute walk. The business hotel is also approximately 10 minutes by car from such natural sights as Namsan Park. Visit Gwaneoji Pond, 1.1 km from this modern accommodation, and feel complete harmony with the nature of South Korea. The nearby cultural attractions include the National museum "Gyeongbokgung Palace", which is within a 5-minute drive of Nine Tree Hotel Myeongdong. The luxurious property is close to an underground station and near to Myeong-dong tube station.
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Nine Tree By Parnas Seoul Myeongdong 2
From 113$
Featuring views of the city, Nine Tree Premier Hotel Myeongdong 2 Seoul is located around a 25-minute walk from the Korean traditional Bukchon Hanok Village. This hotel provides free self-parking and a meeting room, in addition to other facilities.
The accommodation is set in the heart of Seoul, only metres from Chungmuro underground station. The 4-star hotel offers proximity to such natural sights as Namsan Park (3 km) and the small public T'apkol-gongwon (1.1 km). Visit Cheonghakji Pond, about a 10-minute walk from this property, and feel complete harmony with the nature of South Korea. Nine Tree Premier Hotel Myeongdong 2 is located within easy reach to Kumho Petrochemical HQ in Seoul. Seoul station is 2.5 km from the accommodation, and Gwangjang Traditional Market is placed about 17 minutes' walk away.
Hotels in Seoul
| Airport nearby 🛬 | Incheon, Wonju, Gimpo, Gimpo |
| Rating 🏅 | 39 |
| Seoul Hotels 🛎️ | 2177 |
| Nearby Cities 🌇 | Pupyong-dong, Seonyudong, Yeonsu |
| Min Price 💸 | 7$ |
| Top Hotel for couples 💑 | Toyoko Inn Seoul Dongdaemun I |
| Most comfortable Hotel 🛏️ | Lotte Hotel Seoul |
| Hotel with a view 🔍 | Seoul Rex Hotel |
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The 5-star Shilla Seoul Hotel is situated close to an entertainment district, 10 minutes by car from the Joseon Dynasty gallery "National Museum of Korea". Set at a medium distance from National Theater of Korea Museum of Performing Arts in a central neighbourhood, the stylish hotel features an outdoor swimming pool.
The property is located 5 minutes on foot from Jangchung Arena, a 5-minute stroll from Dongguk University tube station. Namsan Park is 5 minutes' drive from the Shilla Seoul, and Gimpo airport is 25 km away. The nearby cultural attractions include the National museum "Gyeongbokgung Palace", which is at a 3.6 km distance from the stylish accommodation. Also, The Shilla Seoul Hotel lies 4.1 km from Seoul station, while the Korean traditional Bukchon Hanok Village is a 10-minute ride away.
For example, Tower Family Guesthouse rated 7.6/10 is one of the best options from 10US$ per night.
Try as well Hotel Atrium Jongno — it is rated 8.2/10 and costs 61US$ per night.
Travellers have left more than 18374 positive reviews about Lotte Hotel rated 8.4/10 for 210US$ per night.
Savoy rated 8.0/10 may also suit you — only 63US$ per one night.
Other top-rated options include Come On Guesthouse Myeongdong, Ibc Hotel and Ibis Ambassador Myeongdong.
The Plaza, Autograph Collection with room rates from 10US$ per night is a 5-star property that includes 24-hour room service, a spa lounge and a steam room.
One more suitable place is Metro Hotel Myeongdong — pay about 80US$ to book it.
Other great deals are Centermark Hotel, Mini Hotel Insa and Tmark Hotel Myeongdong.
Astoria is the most popular option, situated a 25-minute walk from Gwanghwamun Gate.
Another possible choice is Keumkang Motel with a rating 8.0/10 for about 53US$ per night.
Hongdae Lai Lai House is perfect for your romantic trip, offering airport transfer service and laundry service.
Jm Guesthouse Hongdae (rating: 7.8/10) is another recommended option for 37US$ per night.
Other top options are Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Myeongdong, Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Dongdaemun and Hotel President.
We recommend First Stay rated 8.0/10, which is set 1.4 km from Gwanghwamun Gate. Travellers can enjoy Asian and Korean meals at Myeongdong Kalgugsu restaurant nearby.
Toyoko Inn Dongdaemun II (rating: 7.8/10) is also a good choice offering laundry, 24-hour front desk assistance and housekeeping service.