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Hanok Hotel DAAM
Lobby

Hanok Hotel DAAM

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (141)
"Clean, Quiet, Excellent Service, Centrally Located, Very Good Breakfast "
The price is €82
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Hanok Hotel DAAM
LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong
Property entrance

LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2149)
"Great service!! "
The price is €120
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Front of property – evening/night

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2577)
"Really liked the space and amenities (free water is always a big plus) Location has a lot of local spots and great walkable options such as to the Market or to Lotte Departments Stores. Disliked that they did notngive complimentary razors or skincare unfortunately."
The price is €125
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong
Exterior

Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1025)
"Loved everything "
The price is €82
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong
Solaria Nishitetsu Hotel Seoul Myeongdong
Lobby

Solaria Nishitetsu Hotel Seoul Myeongdong

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2357)
"Located right in the heart of Myeongdong, my family and I had incredible experience staying in this hotel. The only suggestion for improvement is that they should probably include information on the availability of coin operated laundry service at the 6th floor. We were not aware of its existence at all until the last morning of our stay."
The price is €165
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Solaria Nishitetsu Hotel Seoul Myeongdong
Lotte Hotel Seoul
Exterior

Lotte Hotel Seoul

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1856)
"Beautifully updated clean room, professional and friendly staff, very good location, close to shopping center, traditional markets and restaurants. We’ll definitely come back on next trip :)"
The price is €239
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Lotte Hotel Seoul
Step Inn Myeongdong 1
View from property

Step Inn Myeongdong 1

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (775)
"Location is 5 🌟, just in the middle of myeongdong street so very convenience to go shopping & eat. "
The price is €49
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Step Inn Myeongdong 1
NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL MYEONDONG 2
Property entrance

NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL MYEONDONG 2

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1829)
"Second time staying at this hotel. Staff are friendly as I remembered. Easy and quick check-in. Convenient location to subway and safe walking distance to Myeongdong and surroundings (incl. Gwangjang market, DDP and beyond). The convenient store in the hotel is great for late night snacks run. There is laundry facility and storage lockers in the lower ground /basement floor. There is also a scale in the lobby for you to weigh your luggage. Plenty of coffee places outside the hotel to get your...
The price is €103
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL MYEONDONG 2
Travelodge Myeongdong Namsan
Exterior

Travelodge Myeongdong Namsan

3.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (202)
"We had a quadruple room, which was good and spacious. The pictures on the page are misleading because they show a table, furniture next to sink and a window, while we did not have any of these."
The price is €59
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Travelodge Myeongdong Namsan
voco Seoul Myeongdong, an IHG Hotel
Restaurant

voco Seoul Myeongdong, an IHG Hotel

4.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (111)
"Love the hotel and very convenient. Staff pretty friendly and helpful "
The price is €143
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
voco Seoul Myeongdong, an IHG Hotel
NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG
View from room

NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1985)
"You can smell somone smoking in the room. This place is a non smoking hotel however there's a huge chance guests are ignoring the rule. Stayed for approx 4 days but half the days we smelled heavy smoke. Overall, bathroom was great, cleaniness was great, front staff were friendly, and great location. "
The price is €92
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG
L7 MYEONGDONG by LOTTE
Breakfast and lunch served, Korean cuisine

L7 MYEONGDONG by LOTTE

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1051)
"Very convenient for shopping, street foods, and walking around. "
The price is €157
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
L7 MYEONGDONG by LOTTE
Migliore Hotel Seoul Myeongdong
Premier Family Room

Migliore Hotel Seoul Myeongdong

3.5 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1003)
"Amazing location, conveniently located right at the doorstep of Myeongdong."
The price is €82
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Migliore Hotel Seoul Myeongdong
Travelodge Dongdaemun Hotel
Exterior

Travelodge Dongdaemun Hotel

3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (980)
"Had a last minute layover in Seoul and most of the hotels were fully booked. Travelodge Dongdaemun is a 5-10 minute walk from the heart of Dongdaemun and a 10-minute walk to Gwangjang Market. If you take transit, it’s a few bus stops or few subway stations away from Myeongdong. Airport limousine bus 6001 has a stop across the street at Baiton Hotel. The staff here are very helpful. The queen room I was assigned to has lots of wear and tear and the glass panel adjacent to the sink wasn’t...
The price is €73
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Travelodge Dongdaemun Hotel
HOTEL DRIP&DROP, Myeongdong
Reception

HOTEL DRIP&DROP, Myeongdong

2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (52)
"Very nice area with easy access to buses and subways. I plan on staying here in the future. "
The price is €113
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
HOTEL DRIP&DROP, Myeongdong
Hotel Prince Seoul
Front of property – evening/night

Hotel Prince Seoul

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1005)
"Very convenient to store, restaurants and the famous street eats."
The price is €89
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Hotel Prince Seoul
Stanford Hotel Myeongdong
Superior Double Room | View from room

Stanford Hotel Myeongdong

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1094)
"Everything"
The price is €132
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Stanford Hotel Myeongdong
Hotel Gracery Seoul
Exterior

Hotel Gracery Seoul

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Excellent room layout & lighting controls "
The price is €120
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Hotel Gracery Seoul
Grand Hyatt Seoul
View from room

Grand Hyatt Seoul

5.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1007)
"Perfect location if you want to enjoy the panoramic view at the center mountain hill in Seoul. But not good access to the metro."
The price is €230
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Grand Hyatt Seoul
NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL DONGDAEMUN
Front of property

NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL DONGDAEMUN

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"This property is safe and quiet. PEople were friendly, and the breakfast was excellent. It is also close to several attractions."
The price is €80
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL DONGDAEMUN
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Gwanghwamun Plaza?

Gwanghwamun Plaza 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, take a look at the 148 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

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

Lotte Hotel Seoul is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 5 restaurants. It's located just a short 1 mi (1.6 km) from Gwanghwamun Plaza. Other good choices within a short distance include NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG and The Prima Hotel Jongno.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Gwanghwamun Plaza?

Expedia has 148 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Gwanghwamun Plaza.

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

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals close to Gwanghwamun Plaza.

What can I see and do near Gwanghwamun Plaza?

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 Gyeongbokgung Palace, Gwanghwamun and Bukchon Hanok Village. You can catch a show at Sejong Cultural Center, Myeongdong Nanta Theatre and National Theater of Korea.

How can I get to Gwanghwamun Plaza?

Nearby metro stations include Gwanghwamun Station, Jonggak Station and Gyeongbokgung Station. If you'd like to explore farther outside of the area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.