Title: The Best Hotels Closest to 5.18 Democracy Square in Gwangju - 2026 Updated Prices | Expedia.co.uk

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## Our top choices for 5.18 Democracy Square hotels

![Rooftop Party Room | Down duvets, individually decorated, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/20000000/19995900/19995820/a4327d2b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Rooftop Party Room | Down duvets, individually decorated, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/20000000/19995900/19995820/7d07e7d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/20000000/19995900/19995820/87f7d5cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard Room | Down duvets, individually decorated, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/20000000/19995900/19995820/535e842f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Vantt Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gwangju-Hotels-Vantt-Hotel.h19995820.Hotel-Information)

Dong-Gu, 0.2 mi from 5.18 Democracy Square

9.0/10

Wonderful

(76 reviews)

"Very good and clean hotel. The service is the best. There is free laundry in the hotel "

![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg)

Tanya

£24

includes taxes & fees

25 Jan - 26 Jan

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gwangju-Hotels-Vantt-Hotel.h19995820.Hotel-Information)

![Family Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89410000/89405300/89405255/589a1717.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Free self-parking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89410000/89405300/89405255/8f85e20f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89410000/89405300/89405255/58dbc938.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89410000/89405300/89405255/3dcba964.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hotel Browndot Chungjang

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gwangju-Hotels-Hotel-Browndot-Chungjang.h89405255.Hotel-Information)

Dong-Gu, 0.4 mi from 5.18 Democracy Square

9.0/10

Wonderful

(59 reviews)

"Near shopping and restaurant."

![Singapore](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/sg.svg)

Cheng Noi

£37

includes taxes & fees

29 Jan - 30 Jan

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gwangju-Hotels-Hotel-Browndot-Chungjang.h89405255.Hotel-Information)

![Hallway](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31360000/31351700/31351634/900b2ea8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Stay Suite (Air purifier) | Individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31360000/31351700/31351634/838ec66d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31360000/31351700/31351634/2aae8f14.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31360000/31351700/31351634/079eb509.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Stay Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gwangju-Hotels-STAY-HOTEL.h31351634.Hotel-Information)

Dong-Gu, 0.5 mi from 5.18 Democracy Square

8.8/10

Excellent

(206 reviews)

"Great breakfast"

![Germany](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/de.svg)

Jan

£30

includes taxes & fees

25 Jan - 26 Jan

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gwangju-Hotels-STAY-HOTEL.h31351634.Hotel-Information)

![Culture Twin Suite | In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17860000/17852700/17852655/b4b66c17.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Culture Twin Suite | Deep-soaking bathtub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17860000/17852700/17852655/93072f7d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Culture Twin Suite | Deep-soaking bathtub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17860000/17852700/17852655/93db2030.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![ACC Double Suite (Styler) | Deep-soaking bathtub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17860000/17852700/17852655/d9b2439b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### ACC Design Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gwangju-Hotels-ACC-Design-Hotel.h17852655.Hotel-Information)

Dong-Gu, 0.2 mi from 5.18 Democracy Square

8.6/10

Excellent

(519 reviews)

"The bed was amazingly soft"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Jada

£47

includes taxes & fees

1 Feb - 2 Feb

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gwangju-Hotels-ACC-Design-Hotel.h17852655.Hotel-Information)

![Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33280000/33278700/33278696/2d99e01d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33280000/33278700/33278696/851a2d2a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33280000/33278700/33278696/c6a97c77.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33280000/33278700/33278696/382043a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### HOTEL Yeogiuhtte Gwangju Station

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gwangju-Hotels-HOTEL-Yeogiuhtte-Gwangju-Station.h33278696.Hotel-Information)

Buk-gu, 1.1 mi from 5.18 Democracy Square

8.8/10

Excellent

(45 reviews)

"The staff was amazing!"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Felicia

£24

includes taxes & fees

25 Jan - 26 Jan

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gwangju-Hotels-HOTEL-Yeogiuhtte-Gwangju-Station.h33278696.Hotel-Information)

![Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76950000/76949800/76949762/70afcaac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Premium Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, City View | Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76950000/76949800/76949762/5a474b22.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76950000/76949800/76949762/e452084e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76950000/76949800/76949762/9205a1e3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hotel The Hill

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gwangju-Hotels-Hotel-The-Hill.h76949762.Hotel-Information)

Nam-gu, 1.4 mi from 5.18 Democracy Square

8.8/10

Excellent

(17 reviews)

"This hotel is great for its value. Clean and spacious rooms with great amenities. I especially like it because it is in a convenient area close to where I need to be for my travels to Gwangju. There are several small motels/hotels around the area, but I think this is the best one out of them all."

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Hyungsuk

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gwangju-Hotels-Hotel-The-Hill.h76949762.Hotel-Information)

![Luxury Twin Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99250000/99242300/99242244/7ef47de2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99250000/99242300/99242244/f4798e74.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99250000/99242300/99242244/74dd8226.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99250000/99242300/99242244/019f6c2d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Brown Dot Hotel Sinan

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gwangju-Hotels-Brown-Dot-Hotel-Sinan.h99242244.Hotel-Information)

Buk-gu, 1.6 mi from 5.18 Democracy Square

8.8/10

Excellent

(47 reviews)

"A special breakfast served hotel. Very new & clean."

![South Korea](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/kr.svg)

Jangwoo

£26

includes taxes & fees

10 Feb - 11 Feb

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gwangju-Hotels-Brown-Dot-Hotel-Sinan.h99242244.Hotel-Information)

![Deluxe (Styler) | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37330000/37323900/37323887/74e340bf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Hallway](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37330000/37323900/37323887/5a7c7f3a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37330000/37323900/37323887/c69674b7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37330000/37323900/37323887/d53cc244.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Business Hotel Duu

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gwangju-Hotels-Hotel-Duu.h37323887.Hotel-Information)

Dong-Gu, 0.5 mi from 5.18 Democracy Square

8.4/10

Very good

(37 reviews)

"Very nice and clean hotel. Great price. Friendly welcome and service. Lots of free water was nice."

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Anonymous traveller

£29

includes taxes & fees

25 Jan - 26 Jan

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gwangju-Hotels-Hotel-Duu.h37323887.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54190000/54181000/54180946/729db75d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Hallway](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54190000/54181000/54180946/f76f3958.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Business Double Room | Room amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54190000/54181000/54180946/c495066d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Twin Room | Room amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54190000/54181000/54180946/db8665da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Sinan E.KKLIM Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gwangju-Hotels-ACC-Business-Hotel.h54180946.Hotel-Information)

Buk-gu, 1.6 mi from 5.18 Democracy Square

8.4/10

Very good

(53 reviews)

"Big, clean room and good service, Gwangju Station and a number of bus stops in the vicinity, good Restaurants as well."

![Germany](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/de.svg)

Christian

£22

includes taxes & fees

25 Jan - 26 Jan

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gwangju-Hotels-ACC-Business-Hotel.h54180946.Hotel-Information)

![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39220000/39215200/39215144/37e253aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property – evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39220000/39215200/39215144/b6e01de3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39220000/39215200/39215144/0a43f34f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Fitness facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39220000/39215200/39215144/0f739e36.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Mudeungpark Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gwangju-Hotels-Mudeungpark-Hotel.h39215144.Hotel-Information)

Dong-Gu, 1.6 mi from 5.18 Democracy Square

8.4/10

Very good

(79 reviews)

"호텔이 오래 되서 그렇지 나쁘지 않음"

![South Korea](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/kr.svg)

hwang geun

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gwangju-Hotels-Mudeungpark-Hotel.h39215144.Hotel-Information)

![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12080000/12072700/12072658/47f976cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12080000/12072700/12072658/a9645a31.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12080000/12072700/12072658/ca4c994c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12080000/12072700/12072658/a1bdf3cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Palace Tourist Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gwangju-Hotels-Palace-Tourist-Hotel.h12072658.Hotel-Information)

Dong-Gu, 0.3 mi from 5.18 Democracy Square

7.8/10

Good

(125 reviews)

"decent hotel at a prime area. "

![Singapore](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/sg.svg)

shu mei

£23

includes taxes & fees

25 Jan - 26 Jan

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gwangju-Hotels-Palace-Tourist-Hotel.h12072658.Hotel-Information)

![Premium Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120480000/120473000/120472991/89a9e82d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120480000/120473000/120472991/50c5123c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Premium Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120480000/120473000/120472991/d9b49d5a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120480000/120473000/120472991/da784f74.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Gwangju Awesome Boutique Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gwangju-Hotels-Gwangju-Awesome-Boutique-Hotel.h120472991.Hotel-Information)

Nam-gu, 1.3 mi from 5.18 Democracy Square

10/10

Exceptional

(1 review)

£27

includes taxes & fees

4 Feb - 5 Feb

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gwangju-Hotels-Gwangju-Awesome-Boutique-Hotel.h120472991.Hotel-Information)

![Deluxe Twin Room | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14700000/14695000/14694965/w685h428x1y1-9fbd67a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14700000/14695000/14694965/d2ec8ec3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14700000/14695000/14694965/4ab437b7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14700000/14695000/14694965/5b48a70a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Prince Motel

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gwangju-Hotels-Prince-Motel.h14694965.Hotel-Information)

Nam-gu, 1.4 mi from 5.18 Democracy Square

5.8/10

(23 reviews)

"Comfort and cheap"

![New Zealand](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/nz.svg)

Aram

£20

includes taxes & fees

21 Feb - 22 Feb

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gwangju-Hotels-Prince-Motel.h14694965.Hotel-Information)

![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113720000/113711800/113711785/d170967b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Basic Twin Room | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113720000/113711800/113711785/b59d647e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113720000/113711800/113711785/640f380c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113720000/113711800/113711785/624ebcfc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### EG STAY hotel

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gwangju-Hotels-EG-STAY-Hotel.h113711785.Hotel-Information)

Buk-gu, 1.4 mi from 5.18 Democracy Square

8.0/10

Very good

(1 review)

"아침식사 정갈하고 정성스러워 감사합니다. "

![South Korea](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/kr.svg)

sunghyun

£34

includes taxes & fees

25 Jan - 26 Jan

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gwangju-Hotels-EG-STAY-Hotel.h113711785.Hotel-Information)

![Premium Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33280000/33278800/33278791/5652fd01.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Premium Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33280000/33278800/33278791/da652300.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33280000/33278800/33278791/205feae1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33280000/33278800/33278791/996c3085.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### HOTEL Yeogiuhtte Gwangju Baek Un

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gwangju-Hotels-HOTEL-Yeogiuhtte-Gwangju-Baek-Un.h33278791.Hotel-Information)

Nam-gu, 1.3 mi from 5.18 Democracy Square

7.8/10

Good

(8 reviews)

"클렌징오일 두고 와서 사야되나 했는데 로비에 있어서 너무 좋았어요 침구가 조금 얇긴 했는데 전기장판도 있고 해서 좋았어요"

![South Korea](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/kr.svg)

EUNSUN

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gwangju-Hotels-HOTEL-Yeogiuhtte-Gwangju-Baek-Un.h33278791.Hotel-Information)

![Soundproofing, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101820000/101814500/101814401/1649ec9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101820000/101814500/101814401/5dae86ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101820000/101814500/101814401/98c64cfb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Free daily self-service breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101820000/101814500/101814401/b10c8276.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Brown Dot Hotel Pungam

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gwangju-Hotels-Brown-Dot-Hotel-Pungam.h101814401.Hotel-Information)

Seo-Gu, 2.7 mi from 5.18 Democracy Square

9.2/10

Wonderful

(83 reviews)

"Excellent friendly customer service staffs. Free water coffee and breakfast made my trip very convenient. "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Mike

£36

includes taxes & fees

22 Jan - 23 Jan

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gwangju-Hotels-Brown-Dot-Hotel-Pungam.h101814401.Hotel-Information)

![Premium Ondol Room (Breakfast Included) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61100000/61090400/61090351/671f6b3b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Daily buffet breakfast (KRW 13000 per person)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61100000/61090400/61090351/4bc25275.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61100000/61090400/61090351/b350b2a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61100000/61090400/61090351/f89c1c69.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### CS Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gwangju-Hotels-Cshotel.h61090351.Hotel-Information)

Seo-Gu, 3.8 mi from 5.18 Democracy Square

9.4/10

Exceptional

(624 reviews)

"Excellent location and high quality breakfast."

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Daniel

£36

includes taxes & fees

8 Feb - 9 Feb

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gwangju-Hotels-Cshotel.h61090351.Hotel-Information)

![Standard Double Room | In-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16260000/16256900/16256881/3c5e53be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16260000/16256900/16256881/e1adbd59.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Junior Suite(LG Styler, Massage Chair) | In-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16260000/16256900/16256881/6b8edca5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property – evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16260000/16256900/16256881/26944dcb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Dubai Hotel Gwangju

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gwangju-Hotels-Dubai-Hotel-Gwangju.h16256881.Hotel-Information)

Seo-Gu, 3.8 mi from 5.18 Democracy Square

9.2/10

Wonderful

(435 reviews)

"The hotel is beautiful: black, white, and gold everywhere "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Jada

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gwangju-Hotels-Dubai-Hotel-Gwangju.h16256881.Hotel-Information)

![Premium Double Room (A, Styler, Free Netflix) | Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, laptop workspace, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24010000/24000800/24000764/76ad785b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24010000/24000800/24000764/bf9df1de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24010000/24000800/24000764/7ad87027.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Daily buffet breakfast (KRW 11000 per person)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24010000/24000800/24000764/2436b404.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hound Hotel Sangmu

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gwangju-Hotels-Venture-Hotel.h24000764.Hotel-Information)

Seo-Gu, 4 mi from 5.18 Democracy Square

9.2/10

Wonderful

(164 reviews)

"Very convenient location. Short walk to Subway, convenience stores, restaurant and outlet mall nearby. Their breakfast served by hotel is delicious! Love the breakfast the most, especially weekends spread! The staffs were all friendly and helpful too!"

![Singapore](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/sg.svg)

Kat Shufang

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gwangju-Hotels-Venture-Hotel.h24000764.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112070000/112062000/112061974/cdb7054e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Double Bed Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom | Hypo-allergenic bedding, laptop workspace, soundproofing, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112070000/112062000/112061974/5c864222.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112070000/112062000/112061974/1058041d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112070000/112062000/112061974/b5b7f29a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hotel Ami

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gwangju-Hotels-Hotel-Ami.h112061974.Hotel-Information)

Gwangsan-gu, 6.7 mi from 5.18 Democracy Square

10/10

Exceptional

(5 reviews)

£34

includes taxes & fees

10 Feb - 11 Feb

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gwangju-Hotels-Hotel-Ami.h112061974.Hotel-Information)

Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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## Top 5.18 Democracy Square Hotel Reviews

![Brown Dot Hotel Pungam](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101820000/101814500/101814401/1649ec9b_y.jpg)

### Brown Dot Hotel Pungam

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent friendly customer service staffs. Free water coffee and breakfast made my trip very convenient. "

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Gwangju-Hotels-Brown-Dot-Hotel-Pungam.h101814401.Hotel-Information)

![Stay Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31360000/31351700/31351634/14b690db_y.jpg)

### Stay Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay! Staff were fantastic, friendly and patient with our lack of spoken Korean. Two bed room was good size for traditional hotel in Korea. Clean, nice housekeeping, and hearty breakfast. Close walk to one 5.18 location, shopping, restaurant and Starbucks. We would stay here again. For the price per night, this was a great booking for family of four for four nights. Highly recommend."

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Gwangju-Hotels-STAY-HOTEL.h31351634.Hotel-Information)

![Holiday Inn Gwangju by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4150000/4143400/4143345/a563ab84_y.jpg)

### Holiday Inn Gwangju by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Very kindly staff and good quality amenities"

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Gwangju-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Gwangju.h4143345.Hotel-Information)

![UTOP Boutique Hotel & Residence](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55420000/55411800/55411773/002a9217_y.jpg)

### UTOP Boutique Hotel & Residence

10/10 Excellent

"Hard to park, but kind staffs will help u"

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Gwangju-Hotels-U-TOP-BOUTIQUE-HOTEL-RESIDENCE.h55411773.Hotel-Information)

![Gwangju H1 Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71930000/71927900/71927832/d4ff7581_y.jpg)

### Gwangju H1 Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice room and facilities. Loved it."

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Gwangju-Hotels-H1-Hotel.h71927832.Hotel-Information)

![Brown Dot Hotel Sinan](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99250000/99242300/99242244/76e7f9d2_y.jpg)

### Brown Dot Hotel Sinan

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel is great, clean and organized. Staff were really nice! Will definitely go back. "

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Gwangju-Hotels-Brown-Dot-Hotel-Sinan.h99242244.Hotel-Information)

![Vantt Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/20000000/19995900/19995820/47fc14ee_y.jpg)

### Vantt Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Very good and clean hotel. The service is the best. There is free laundry in the hotel "

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Gwangju-Hotels-Vantt-Hotel.h19995820.Hotel-Information)

![ACC Design Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17860000/17852700/17852655/cb5c6284_y.jpg)

### ACC Design Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely room, nice staff. Convenient location for downtown. Check in could be allowed earlier."

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Gwangju-Hotels-ACC-Design-Hotel.h17852655.Hotel-Information)

## Hotels near other 5.18 Democracy Square attractions

### Kunsthalle Gwangju

Learn about the events happening in Kunsthalle Gwangju during your trip to Gwangju. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops. 

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### National Asian Cultural Complex

5.0/5 (2 reviews)

You can enjoy some culture when you stop by National Asian Cultural Complex in Gwangju. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops. 

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### Gwangju Art Street

During your trip to Gwangju, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Gwangju Art Street. Amble around the area's parks or visit its monuments. 

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### Nine Gallery

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Nine Gallery during your travels in Gwangju. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops. 

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### Geumnam Park

Explore the great outdoors at Geumnam Park, a lovely green space in Gwangju. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops. 

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### Geumnam-ro Street

4.2/5 (17 reviews)

During your trip to Gwangju, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Geumnam-ro Street. Discover the area's art scene and monuments. 

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### Daein Market

During your visit to Gwangju, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Daein Market. Amble around the area's parks or experience its art scene. 

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### Gwangju Theatre

You can enjoy a show at Gwangju Theatre during your trip to Gwangju. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops. 

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