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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 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.

1. Four Seasons Hotel Seoul

0.3 km from Gwanghwamun Square

Minjeong

฿24,141

฿26,555 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Sept - 27 Sept

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.

2. Hotel28 Myeongdong

Myeong-dong, 1.1 km from Gwanghwamun Square

Mahvish

฿8,499

฿10,162 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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.

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.

3. The Westin Josun Seoul

Sogong-dong, 1 km from Gwanghwamun Square

Kevin

฿14,969

฿18,113 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Sept - 23 Sept

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

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

4. The Prima Hotel Jongno Insadong

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

gousheng

฿4,263

฿4,690 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

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

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

A hotel room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a wooden bench, and a traditional decorative screen.

5. Hotel Sunbee Insadong

Insa-dong, 0.7 km from Gwanghwamun Square

Diana

฿5,420

฿5,962 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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

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

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, a refrigerator, and a potted plant.

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

6. Hotel Tradiup by the Designers

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

LaQuita

฿3,717

฿4,088 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Sept - 23 Sept

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

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

Myeong-dong, 0.8 km from Gwanghwamun Square

Mahajabin

฿11,288

฿13,659 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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

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

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden dining table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

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

8. Urbanstay Boutique Ikseon

1.1 km from Gwanghwamun Square

Ye Kai

฿3,543

฿3,897 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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 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.

9. AMID HOTEL SEOUL

Insa-dong, 0.7 km from Gwanghwamun Square

Choi Wun

฿5,419

฿5,961 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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 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.

10. Hotel Midcity Myeongdong

Myeong-dong, 0.7 km from Gwanghwamun Square

Cameron

฿3,910

฿4,301 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

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

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

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.

11. NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

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

Michael

฿6,438

฿7,081 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

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

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

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

12. THE PLAZA Seoul, Autograph Collection

Sogong-dong, 0.9 km from Gwanghwamun Square

Sean

฿11,043

฿13,362 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

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

A coffee shop interior with brick walls, wooden tables, and hanging pendant lights.

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

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

13. LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

Myeong-dong, 1.2 km from Gwanghwamun Square

Delin

฿5,173

฿5,690 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Sept - 23 Sept

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a window with blinds, and a small hourglass on the floor.

A room with a view of bamboo outside a window, a seating area, and a small table with a vase.

A person sitting on a wooden bench outside a building with traditional wooden doors and a stone wall.

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a window with blinds, and a digital display.

14. HOTEL JAK Insadong by Anook

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 0.7 km from Gwanghwamun Square

Noah

฿2,993

฿3,292 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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

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

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

A hotel room with two beds, each with white bedding and nightstands with lamps.

15. Small House Big Door Myeongdong

Myeong-dong, 0.8 km from Gwanghwamun Square

kelsang

฿4,555

฿5,010 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

A modern kitchen with a large window, built-in cabinets, and a countertop with various appliances.

A hotel corridor with a sign indicating the Welcome Desk.

A modern living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a kitchen area in the background.

A modern office space with a long green conference table, multiple chairs, a small round table, and a potted plant.

16. GLOCALOCA

Sogong-dong, 0.6 km from Gwanghwamun Square

Brian

฿3,588

฿3,947 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Sept - 23 Sept

A cityscape with modern high-rise buildings, a busy intersection, and a pedestrian crossing.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a bed, a small bedside table, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern room with a desk, two stools, a bench, a window with a view of a building, and a wall-mounted clock.

17. HOTEL LETS Pop

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 1.2 km from Gwanghwamun Square

Ivy

฿1,834

฿2,017 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

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.

18. Stayz437 Jongno

Insa-dong, 0.8 km from Gwanghwamun Square

Jenny

฿1,948

฿2,143 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

A modern building with a neon sign reading "mosy" and a colorful mural on the facade.

An outdoor seating area with wooden flooring, green chairs, and tables, surrounded by plants and a city view at dusk.

A modern hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a sofa with decorative pillows, a black coffee table, and a bed with a headboard.

A buffet area with a variety of food items and a 'PLAY @ MOXY' sign on the wall.

19. Moxy Seoul Insadong

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 1.1 km from Gwanghwamun Square

José Armando

฿5,419

฿5,961 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

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

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.

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

20. Orakai Insadong Suites

Insa-dong, 0.9 km from Gwanghwamun Square

QINGBO

฿8,049

฿8,854 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Gwanghwamun Square

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Four Seasons Hotel Seoul	9.6 Exceptional 1,004 reviews	View
Hotel28 Myeongdong	9.6 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
The Westin Josun Seoul	9.6 Exceptional 1,018 reviews	View
The Prima Hotel Jongno Insadong	9.4 Exceptional 1,057 reviews	View
Hotel Sunbee Insadong	9.4 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View

Top Gwanghwamun Square Hotel Reviews

Step Inn Myeongdong 1

8/10 Good

"If you like MINIMALISM, this is the PERFECT choice for you. If you don't, try immediately OTHER option."

The Prima Hotel Jongno Insadong

10/10 Excellent

"Room is very clean and well supplemented. Free water bottle everyday for every guest is a plus. Towels are replaced everyday and you don't have to request it. Breakfast is superb. One time we cannot avail their breakfast as we had to leave early for a tour so they gave us free delicious sandwich. Excellent service. High recommended!"

Stanford Hotel Myeongdong

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent location, friendly staff and excellent breakfast. We enjoyed our 4 nights at Stanford. Thank you"

NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

10/10 Excellent

"Our stay with Nine Tree is the highlight of our trip. It is the best decision we ever made. The room was clean and we loved the wide window which had nice view. Any guests should eat at Lamer Restaurant as it provides fresh and delicious food. The ambience is superb and very clean. All employees especially the front desk representatives were great and efficient. We would definitely recommend this hotel to our friends in USA and Philippines."

Four Seasons Hotel Seoul

10/10 Excellent

"Best location - kindest staff. A dream."

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

10/10 Excellent

"Conveniently located with a great staff."

ROYAL HOTEL SEOUL Myeongdong

10/10 Excellent

"Excelente stay"

Hotel Midcity Myeongdong

10/10 Excellent

"We couldn’t have chosen a better hotel. The staff was so friendly and helpful throughout our entire stay. They were so thoughtful and always ensured that our stay was up to standard. The location was the perfect spot as it was in the middle of all of tourist sites. The space was clean and the room was always maintained."

Hotel Gracery Seoul

10/10 Excellent

"Clean rooms, good location and friendly staff. Highly recommend."

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. Visit 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 travels to Seoul. Visit 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 holiday in Seoul. Visit 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 when you take a trip to Yi Sun-sin. Stroll along the riverfront in this vibrant area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

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Dongwha Duty Free Shop

During your trip to Seoul, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Dongwha Duty Free Shop. While in this culturally rich area, you can savour 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, take a look at the 399 hotels and other accommodation options 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 traveller 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 will I be able to find close to Gwanghwamun Square?

Expedia has 399 hotels and other accommodation options 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 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 Square.

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?

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.

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Our top choices for Gwanghwamun Square hotels

1. Four Seasons Hotel Seoul

2. Hotel28 Myeongdong

3. The Westin Josun Seoul

4. The Prima Hotel Jongno Insadong

5. Hotel Sunbee Insadong

6. Hotel Tradiup by the Designers

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

8. Urbanstay Boutique Ikseon

9. AMID HOTEL SEOUL

10. Hotel Midcity Myeongdong

11. NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

12. THE PLAZA Seoul, Autograph Collection

13. LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

14. HOTEL JAK Insadong by Anook

15. Small House Big Door Myeongdong

16. GLOCALOCA

17. HOTEL LETS Pop

18. Stayz437 Jongno

19. Moxy Seoul Insadong

20. Orakai Insadong Suites

Compare popular hotels close to Gwanghwamun Square

Top Gwanghwamun Square Hotel Reviews

Step Inn Myeongdong 1

The Prima Hotel Jongno Insadong

Stanford Hotel Myeongdong

NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

Four Seasons Hotel Seoul

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

ROYAL HOTEL SEOUL Myeongdong

Hotel Midcity Myeongdong

Hotel Gracery Seoul

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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