Gwanghui-dong Travel Guide

Seoul

A modern urban plaza with autumn trees, a blue glass building, and surrounding high-rise buildings.
A busy urban street with modern buildings, a pedestrian crossing, and various vehicles.
A modern architectural building with a curved glass facade and a tree in the foreground.
A statue in a park with trees and modern buildings in the background.
A cityscape with modern buildings, including a prominent DOOSAN building, and a park with trees and a stone staircase.

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

฿1,331
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
DMZ Tour: Exclusive North Korean Defector Talk +Suspension Bridge

DMZ Tour from Seoul: 3rd Tunnel, Dora Observatory & Defector Talk

฿1,269
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour from Seoul: 3rd Tunnel, Dora Observatory & Defector Talk
Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour

Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour

฿1,102
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour
Seoul: Half-Day DMZ Tour Led by a Retired Military Officer

Seoul: Half-Day DMZ, Retired Military Officer & Defector Q&A

฿1,669
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Half-Day DMZ, Retired Military Officer & Defector Q&A
Seoul: South Korea Roaming Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan

Seoul: South Korea Roaming Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan

฿67
per traveller
78% of travellers recommend
Seoul: South Korea Roaming Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan
South Korea: N Seoul Tower

South Korea: N Seoul Tower

฿701
per traveller
South Korea: N Seoul Tower
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Top hotels in Gwanghui-dong

Toyoko Inn Seoul Dongdaemun No.2

Toyoko Inn Seoul Dongdaemun No.2

2 out of 5
325, Toegye-ro, Jung-gu Seoul
The price is ฿2,647 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
฿2,647
฿2,912 total
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
Toyoko Inn Seoul Dongdaemun No.2
Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences

Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences

5 out of 5
238 Euljiro Seoul KR
The price is ฿8,531 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
฿8,531
฿9,384 total
29 Nov - 30 Nov
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. ...
Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences
New Blanc Central Myeongdong

New Blanc Central Myeongdong

3 out of 5
20 Changgyeonggung-ro, Jung-gu Seoul
The price is ฿5,285 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
฿5,285
฿5,813 total
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Dongdaemun History and Culture Park and Myeongdong ...
9/10 Wonderful! (532 reviews)
"For me, the hotel can almost make or break a holiday, so I will give as much info here as I can to help other travellers! ❤️ Overall we had a great time. The hotel is nice and modern and except for our last night was very quiet. The last night was horrible. It had been cold and windy the day before, ..."

Reviewed on 28 Oct 2026

New Blanc Central Myeongdong
Hotel Skypark Kingstown Dongdaemun

Hotel Skypark Kingstown Dongdaemun

4 out of 5
20, Jangchungdan-ro 13-gil, Jung-gu Seoul
The price is ฿4,982 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
฿4,982
฿5,480 total
29 Nov - 30 Nov
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. ...
Hotel Skypark Kingstown Dongdaemun
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

4 out of 5
23-1 Eulji-ro 19-gil, Jung-gu Seoul
The price is ฿4,872 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
฿4,872
฿5,359 total
29 Nov - 30 Nov
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! (2,246 reviews)
"This hotel is in a great location near two subways, about 4 - 5 min walk away. The gym and the 24 hour convenience store within the hotel are very good. Check in was easy as well as check out. Room was very clean, great to have a washing machine, drying rack and also a steaming refreshing closest ..."

Reviewed on 29 Oct 2026

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Roynet Hotel Seoul Mapo

Roynet Hotel Seoul Mapo

3 out of 5
67, Mapo-daero, Mapo-gu Seoul
The price is ฿5,006 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
฿5,006
฿5,507 total
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,250 reviews)
"Great location and stay for a family of four"

Reviewed on 25 Oct 2026

Roynet Hotel Seoul Mapo
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Where to stay in Gwanghui-dong

Find the best Gwanghui-dong areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A cityscape at night with illuminated Christmas lights, a prominent church with a spire, and modern buildings.

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 statue with a pagoda-like roof, surrounded by vibrant flowers and a cityscape in the background.

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 Starfield COEX Mall. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Cheongdam Station or Gangnam-gu Office Station.

A city skyline at dusk with illuminated buildings, a river, and multiple bridges.

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 bustling street with traditional Korean architecture, modern buildings, and a crowd of people.
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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