Gwanghui-dong Travel Guide

Seoul

A modern architectural structure with a curved design, surrounded by a crowd of people and tall buildings in the background.
A modern architectural structure with a curved design, surrounded by a plaza with people walking and a construction site nearby.
A modern, illuminated building with a curved, metallic exterior.
A modern architectural structure with a curved facade and illuminated interior at night.
A night scene with a large number of illuminated white flowers arranged in rows, a building with a sign that reads "Motel," and a bridge in the background.

Stay near popular Gwanghui-dong attractions

A modern architectural structure with a curved facade, a large sculpture, and a busy urban street with pedestrians.

Dongdaemun Design Plaza

8.2/10 (702 reviews)
Join the masses who snap selfies every year at one of the most Instagrammed sites in South Korea, a UFO-like building that hosts a variety of events.
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Things to do

DMZ sign in seoul

DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up

฿1,291
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
South Korea: Lotte World Tower

South Korea: Lotte World Tower (Seoul Sky)

฿723
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
South Korea: Lotte World Tower (Seoul Sky)
Seoul Night Tour

Seoul Night Tour (Gwangjang Market, Royal Palace and Naksan Park)

฿1,478
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul Night Tour (Gwangjang Market, Royal Palace and Naksan Park)
Suspension Bridge

Small Group DMZ Tour with Hotel pickup : 3rd tunnel&Susp. Bridge

฿1,971
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Small Group DMZ Tour with Hotel pickup : 3rd tunnel&Susp. Bridge
South Korea: Seoul COEX Aquarium

South Korea: SEA LIFE COEX Admission Ticket

฿756
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
South Korea: SEA LIFE COEX Admission Ticket
Picture 2 for Activity Seoul: Mt Seorak + Naksansa Temple or Nami Island Group Tour

Seoul: Mt Seorak & Naksansa Temple or Nami Island Group Tour

฿2,514
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Mt Seorak & Naksansa Temple or Nami Island Group Tour
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Top hotels in Gwanghui-dong

Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences

Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences

5 out of 5
238 Euljiro Seoul KR
The price is ฿8,137 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
฿8,137
฿8,950 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,293 reviews)
"Nice and well trained staff."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026

Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences
Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Dongdaemun

Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Dongdaemun

4 out of 5
226, Jangchungdan-ro Jung-gu Seoul Seoul
The price is ฿4,079 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
฿4,079
฿4,487 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,366 reviews)
"Clean, convenient to city shopping and transportation, helpful."

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026

Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Dongdaemun
Hotel Skypark Kingstown Dongdaemun

Hotel Skypark Kingstown Dongdaemun

4 out of 5
20, Jangchungdan-ro 13-gil, Jung-gu Seoul
The price is ฿4,399 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
฿4,399
฿4,839 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,284 reviews)
"Our stay was great! Staff wonderful, location great"

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026

Hotel Skypark Kingstown Dongdaemun
ALL STAY Myeongdong

ALL STAY Myeongdong

4 out of 5
14 Changgyeonggung-ro 1-gil Jung Seoul Seoul
The price is ฿2,506 per night from 15 Jul to 16 Jul
฿2,506
฿2,757 total
15 Jul - 16 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this apartment in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Myeongdong Street and Dongdaemun History and ...
8.2/10 Very good! (20 reviews)
"Old, musty towels, moldy bathrooms, and overcrowded elevators"

Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026

ALL STAY Myeongdong
Grand Hyatt Seoul

Grand Hyatt Seoul

5 out of 5
322, Sowol-ro, Yongsan-gu Seoul Seoul
Stay at this luxury hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Loved everything about it!"

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2026

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Grand Hyatt Seoul
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

4 out of 5
23-1 Eulji-ro 19-gil, Jung-gu Seoul
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿4,251 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
฿4,251
฿4,676 total
7 Jul - 8 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Myeongdong Street and Dongdaemun ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,641 reviews)
"Excellent hotel, especially for our larger group needing multiple rooms. We did take advantage of adding breakfast on and was not disappointed. There were variety of options each day. Hotel staff are amazing!!!!!"

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
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Where to stay in Gwanghui-dong

Find the best Gwanghui-dong areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A busy urban street at night with illuminated signs and storefronts.

Myeong-dong

Enjoy the popular shops in Myeong-dong. Myeongdong Street is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Myeong-dong Station or Euljiro 1-ga Station to see more of Seoul.

A cityscape with modern skyscrapers, including a distinctive curved building and a tall glass structure.

Gangnam-gu

Gangnam-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like COEX Convention and Exhibition Center and Seven Luck Casino Seoul Gangnam Branch. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Cheongdam Station or Gangnam-gu Office Station.

A street with various shops, including a waffle shop and a coffee shop.

Hongdae

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Hongdae. Spend some time visiting top spots like Gyeongui Line Forest Park, and catch the metro at Hongik University Station or Mangwon Station to see more of the area.

A modern architectural structure with a curved design and a tall building in the background.

Dongdaemun-gu

You might enjoy the shopping while in Dongdaemun-gu. Gyeongdong Market is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Yongdu Station or Jegi-dong Station to see more of the city.

A traditional Korean palace with stone lanterns and a stone staircase leading to the entrance.

Jongno-gu

Jongno-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Bukchon Hanok Village and Sejong Cultural Center. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Gwanghwamun Station or Jonggak Station.

Gwanghui-dong Travel Guide