Yeoksam 1-dong Travel Guide

Seoul

A city street lined with modern buildings, trees, and a bus stop.
A busy urban street with tall buildings, cars, and trees.
A tree-lined pathway with a sunset in the background, a pedestrian, and a road sign.
A tree-lined urban street with pedestrians and a bus in the background.
A busy urban street at night with illuminated billboards, a crosswalk, and pedestrians.

Stay near popular Yeoksam 1-dong attractions

A martial arts competition with competitors in white uniforms on a blue mat, surrounded by KSD branding.
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Kukkiwon

8.0/10 (2 reviews)
You can take time to visit Kukkiwon during your travels to Seoul. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront and enjoy its charming cafes.
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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
Hyangwonjeon Pavilion at Gyeongbok Palace on our Best Seoul City Tour

Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower)

฿1,002
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower)
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 Yeoksam 1-dong

Dormy Inn SEOUL Gangnam

Dormy Inn SEOUL Gangnam

3 out of 5
134, Bongeunsa-ro, Gangnam-gu Seoul
The price is ฿5,273 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
฿5,273
฿5,801 total
11 Nov - 12 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a sauna. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,794 reviews)
"If you want experience a more culturally correct stay with western amenities this is a great place"

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2026

Dormy Inn SEOUL Gangnam
Shilla Stay Gangnam Yeoksam

Shilla Stay Gangnam Yeoksam

4 out of 5
517 Eonju-ro, Gangnam-gu Seoul
The price is ฿5,266 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
฿5,266
฿5,793 total
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Shilla Stay Gangnam Yeoksam
LOOP Seoul Hotel Retreat by Anook Seoul Gangnam 1

LOOP Seoul Hotel Retreat by Anook Seoul Gangnam 1

2 out of 5
1~4F, 34 Teheran-ro 20-gil, Gangnam-gu Seoul
The price is ฿3,716 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
฿3,716
฿4,087 total
10 Nov - 11 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions COEX Convention and Exhibition Center and Starfield ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (34 reviews)
"Excellent capsule hotel"

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2026

LOOP Seoul Hotel Retreat by Anook Seoul Gangnam 1
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 ฿4,360 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿4,360
฿4,796 total
8 Nov - 9 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! (2,209 reviews)
"Had a superior double room with a view of the N Seoul Tower from the balcony. The room was spacious which included a full refrigerator, wine cooler, washer & dryer and microwave oven stovetop. The hotel is very convenient if you want to take the airport limo bus which drops you off at Hotel Kukdo ..."

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2026

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Stanford Hotel Seoul

Stanford Hotel Seoul

4 out of 5
15, World Cup buk-ro 58-gil, Mapo-gu Seoul Seoul
The price is ฿4,037 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
฿4,037
฿4,441 total
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Gyeongbokgung Palace and Namdaemun Market ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,011 reviews)
"No A/C? The wall unit is only for looks in October. It was hot in the room, and I was sweating. Called the front desk to complain and they turned it on for me on their end. It was cold overnight and I couldn't control thr temperature in the room. Sweat or be cold, those are only options. They offer ..."

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2026

Stanford Hotel Seoul
Roynet Hotel Seoul Mapo

Roynet Hotel Seoul Mapo

3 out of 5
67, Mapo-daero, Mapo-gu Seoul
The price is ฿5,177 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
฿5,177
฿5,695 total
4 Nov - 5 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! (1,247 reviews)
"Been to 66 countries, this was one of the worst breakfast . There was hot water issues for 2 days..talked to the manager for some type of compensation to no avail. Gym consists of 4 machines, no way to clean after use. Not foreigner friendly, not many speak complete English. No moisturizer in bathroom. ..."

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2026

Roynet Hotel Seoul Mapo
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Where to stay in Yeoksam 1-dong

Find the best Yeoksam 1-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.

Yeoksam 1-dong Travel Guide