Dong-Gu Travel Guide

Gwangju

A traditional Korean temple surrounded by pine trees.
A white building with columns and a flag on top.
A stone path through a forest with trees and rocks.
A waterfall cascading down a rocky cliff surrounded by dense green forest.
A dessert with ice cream, cake, and nuts.

Stay near popular Dong-Gu attractions

Things to do


Top hotels in Dong-Gu

L7 CHUNGJANG by LOTTE HOTELS(formerly Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Chungjang)

L7 CHUNGJANG by LOTTE HOTELS(formerly Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Chungjang)

3 out of 5
369 Cheonbyeonu-ro, Dong-gu Gwangju
The price is ฿2,879 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
฿2,879
฿3,167 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Gwangju. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Gwangju-Kia Champions Field and Gwangju Theatre ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (48 reviews)
"출장 때문에 혼자 1박 머물렀는데, 모든 면에서 아주 만족스러운 투숙이었습니다. 당일에 빈 방이 있었는지 시내뷰 객실로 업그레이드를 해주셨는데, 창밖으로 보이는 가을 풍경이 정말 예뻤습니다. 깨끗하게 관리된 객실은 물론이고, 특히 침구가 너무 좋아서 더 누워있지 못한게 아쉽게 느껴졌을 정도예요. 객실에 비치된 어메니티도 하나하나 신경 쓰신 티가 나서 머무는 내내 대접받는 느낌이 들었습니다. 깔끔한 조식이나 편리한 위치, 바로 앞에 있는 천변도 좋았지만, 1층에 있는 카페 플로팅이 특히 좋았습니다. 평소 좋아하던 광주 까사델커피에서 ..."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2026

L7 CHUNGJANG by LOTTE HOTELS(formerly Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Chungjang)
ACC Design Hotel

ACC Design Hotel

3 out of 5
226-11, Geumnam-ro, Dong-gu Gwangju
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿2,030 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
฿2,030
฿2,233 total
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gwangju. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Gwangju-Kia Champions Field and ...
ACC Design Hotel
Mudeungpark Hotel

Mudeungpark Hotel

3.5 out of 5
14-10, Jiho-ro 164beon-gil Gwangju Gwangju
The price is ฿1,292 per night from 24 Sept to 25 Sept
฿1,292
฿1,421 total
24 Sept - 25 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Gwangju. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Gwangju-Kia Champions Field and Chosun University ...
Mudeungpark Hotel
Vantt Hotel

Vantt Hotel

2.5 out of 5
12-1 Munhwajeondangro 23beongil Donggu Gwangju
The price is ฿1,295 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
฿1,295
฿1,425 total
23 Sept - 24 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Gwangju. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Gwangju-Kia Champions Field and National Asian Cultural ...
9/10 Wonderful! (89 reviews)
"Close to subway and important historic buildings. The owner allowed me to check in early as well as gave me a room upgrade. Tow thumbs up!"

Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026

Vantt Hotel
Stay Hotel

Stay Hotel

3 out of 5
5, Guseong-ro 144beon-gil, Dong-gu Gwangju
The price is ฿1,527 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
฿1,527
฿1,679 total
22 Sept - 23 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gwangju. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Gwangju-Kia Champions Field and Gwangju ...
9/10 Wonderful! (237 reviews)
"Nice breakfast."

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

Stay Hotel
Palace Tourist Hotel

Palace Tourist Hotel

3 out of 5
13, Jungang-ro 160beon-gil, Dong-gu Gwangju
The price is ฿1,047 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
฿1,047
฿1,152 total
22 Sept - 23 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gwangju. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 9 hot tubs. Popular attractions Gwangju-Kia Champions Field and Geumnam Park ...
7.8/10 Good! (131 reviews)
"Room was perfect for a quick overnight stay. It is located in the heart of shopping district in Gwangju so there are many areas to walk to. It was a 10 min walk from a metro stop too. So many eateries and shops nearby. Room was quiet and had all the amenities including tv, ac, blow dryer, kettle ..."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2026

Palace Tourist Hotel
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Where to stay in Dong-Gu

Find the best Dong-Gu areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Seo-Gu

Shopping and restaurants are highlights of Seo-Gu. Make a stop by Gwangju World Cup Stadium or 5-18 Memorial Park while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Sangmu Station to get around town.

Buk-gu

You'll enjoy the mountain views and monuments in Buk-gu. You might want to make time for a stop at Gwangju-Kia Champions Field or Gwangju Art and Culture Center.

Gwangsan-gu

You'll enjoy the parks and shopping in Gwangsan-gu. You might want to make time for a stop at 1913 Songjeong Station Market or Ssangam Park.

Nam-gu

While visiting Nam-gu, you might make a stop by sights like Missionary's House of Wilson and House of Lee Jang-woo.

Yangnim-dong

Travellers like the historical sites in Yangnim-dong, and Missionary's House of Wilson is a top attraction you might want to visit.



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