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Our top choices for Gwanghwamun Square hotels

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1. The Magpie Hotel

The Magpie Hotel
Insa-dong, 0.5 mi from Gwanghwamun Square
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Very nice, clean hotel. Staff was welcoming and helpful. Great location in Seoul, close to the train and bus stops."
United States
Justin
The price is £133
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
The Magpie Hotel
A courtyard with a gravel path, potted plants, and a stone statue.

2. HanokHanok

HanokHanok
0.4 mi from Gwanghwamun Square
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
"The best location in all of Seoul! Staff made sure we had everything we needed."
United States
Michael
The price is £58
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
HanokHanok
A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wall-mounted artwork.

3. Hotel28 Myeongdong

Hotel28 Myeongdong
3.0 star property
Myeong-dong, 0.7 mi from Gwanghwamun Square
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Great location, high quality rooms. Zero street noise despite being in a high density area"
United States
Thomas
The price is £171
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Hotel28 Myeongdong
A modern hallway with a brick accent wall, a door with a number plate, and a light fixture on the ceiling.

4. Halfrest Hostel Jongno Insa

Halfrest Hostel Jongno Insa
Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 0.6 mi from Gwanghwamun Square
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"The staff is very friendly and helpful."
United States
CHRIS
The price is £62
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Halfrest Hostel Jongno Insa
A spacious indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, large windows, and modern architecture.

5. The Westin Josun Seoul

The Westin Josun Seoul
5.0 star property
Sogong-dong, 0.6 mi from Gwanghwamun Square
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,031 reviews)
"Amazing stay and Ben and his staff were amazing and truly made our stay in Seoul magical"
United States
Makayla Leela
The price is £310
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
The Westin Josun Seoul
A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a check-in counter, seating area, and decorative vases.

6. NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG
3.0 star property
Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 0.4 mi from Gwanghwamun Square
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,024 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Roger
The price is £109
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG
A luxurious lobby with marble flooring, a grand chandelier, and a central bar area.

7. THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL - 더그랜드롯데 서울

THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL - 더그랜드롯데 서울
5.0 star property
Myeong-dong, 0.5 mi from Gwanghwamun Square
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,291 reviews)
"Central location and great housekeeping staff."
United States
RICHARD
The price is £285
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL - 더그랜드롯데 서울
A modern building with large windows, a wooden facade, and a visible entrance.

8. Hotel Sunbee Insadong

Hotel Sunbee Insadong
2.0 star property
Insa-dong, 0.5 mi from Gwanghwamun Square
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Location was great"
Australia
Eleanor
The price is £122
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Hotel Sunbee Insadong
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9. STAY OHANA

STAY OHANA
Insa-dong, 0.5 mi from Gwanghwamun Square
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (26 reviews)
"The thing I appreciated the most was definitely the kindness of the staff and the modern and warming places!! It was a beautiful experience and I will be delightful to choose again stay ohana in the future"
Italy
Vittoria
The price is £66
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
STAY OHANA
A traditional pavilion with a tiled roof, stone lion statues, and a stone pagoda.

10. The Prima Hotel Jongno Insadong

The Prima Hotel Jongno Insadong
3.0 star property
Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 0.4 mi from Gwanghwamun Square
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,148 reviews)
"The staff was very helpful, and the breakfast was among the best in the area. Across the street from a beautiful temple and close to Insadong, with shops just 100 yds away."
United States
Harold L
The price is £79
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
The Prima Hotel Jongno Insadong
A snow-covered courtyard with a brick wall, a red gate, and several large planters along the right side.

11. Hans House

Hans House
0.4 mi from Gwanghwamun Square
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (30 reviews)
"The area is very charming with its traditional houses and alleyways.The owners are friendly and helpful. I had a very satisfying stay."
Japan
Mikwi
The price is £79
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Hans House
A modern hotel building with a flat facade, multiple windows, and a parking area in front.

12. Hotel Midcity Myeongdong

Hotel Midcity Myeongdong
3.0 star property
Myeong-dong, 0.4 mi from Gwanghwamun Square
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location, close to walk to major tourist attractions, many food opportunities around."
Canada
Eduard
The price is £117
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Hotel Midcity Myeongdong
A modern hotel corridor with a kitchenette area featuring a coffee machine, microwave, and oven.

13. VIA Jongno

VIA Jongno
Insa-dong, 0.5 mi from Gwanghwamun Square
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (9 reviews)
"Room was clean, manager was very friendly and accommodating. Location is superb, close to convenience stores, train and bus station."
Canada
Marie Cristine
The price is £44
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
VIA Jongno
The exterior of the Amid Hotel in Seoul, featuring a modern facade, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

14. AMID HOTEL SEOUL

AMID HOTEL SEOUL
4.0 star property
Insa-dong, 0.4 mi from Gwanghwamun Square
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,230 reviews)
"Breakfast could have a bit more variety but overall we had a great stay here!"
United States
Anat
The price is £103
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
AMID HOTEL SEOUL
A hotel room with a bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and curtains on the windows.

15. Hotel Tradiup by the Designers

Hotel Tradiup by the Designers
Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 0.6 mi from Gwanghwamun Square
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (58 reviews)
"Clean room, convenient location for sightseeing and subway access, lots of restaurants nearby, good breakfast"
United States
Tamara
The price is £92
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Hotel Tradiup by the Designers
A high-rise hotel with multiple floors, illuminated windows, and a prominent signage at the top.

16. Orakai Insadong Suites

Orakai Insadong Suites
4.0 star property
Insa-dong, 0.6 mi from Gwanghwamun Square
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,768 reviews)
"Good location and lots of restaurants."
United States
Hyun
The price is £154
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Orakai Insadong Suites
A modern interior with a seating area, a table with teapots, and a wall-mounted TV.

17. UH Continental SeoulCenter

UH Continental SeoulCenter
3.0 star property
Sogong-dong, 0.6 mi from Gwanghwamun Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (92 reviews)
"The best location ever"
United States
Marcin
The price is £153
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
UH Continental SeoulCenter
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, and a window with curtains.

18. Urbanstay Boutique Ikseon

Urbanstay Boutique Ikseon
0.7 mi from Gwanghwamun Square
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (179 reviews)
"Great area and place to stay"
United Kingdom
Arbinderpal
The price is £94
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Urbanstay Boutique Ikseon
A modern hotel lobby with a large sofa, a reception desk, and a flat-screen TV displaying the hotel name.

19. Best Western Insadong Hotel

Best Western Insadong Hotel
Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 0.7 mi from Gwanghwamun Square
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Wonderful experience, great staff everything was close, subway terminal in front of the hotel, the village in front of the hotel, walking distance to the kingdom Palace beautiful place and excellent nightlife."
United States
Yamiliss Ramirez
The price is £123
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Best Western Insadong Hotel
A hotel entrance with a wooden door and a sign above it.

20. Hotel Rawa

Hotel Rawa
Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 0.7 mi from Gwanghwamun Square
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (5 reviews)
"깨끗하고 편하고 좋았어요 지하철역 하고도 가깝습니다"
South Korea
Yonghee
The price is £93
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hotel Rawa
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Compare top hotels near Gwanghwamun Square

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The Magpie Hotel

Insa-dong, 0.5 mi from Gwanghwamun Square
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A courtyard with a gravel path, potted plants, and a stone statue.

HanokHanok

0.4 mi from Gwanghwamun Square
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A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wall-mounted artwork.

Hotel28 Myeongdong

3.0 star property
Myeong-dong, 0.7 mi from Gwanghwamun Square
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A modern hallway with a brick accent wall, a door with a number plate, and a light fixture on the ceiling.

Halfrest Hostel Jongno Insa

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 0.6 mi from Gwanghwamun Square
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A spacious indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, large windows, and modern architecture.

The Westin Josun Seoul

5.0 star property
Sogong-dong, 0.6 mi from Gwanghwamun Square
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10.0
Exceptional
6 reviews
10.0
Exceptional
22 reviews
9.6
Exceptional
1,004 reviews
9.6
Exceptional
5 reviews
9.6
Exceptional
1,031 reviews
The price is £133
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
The price is £58
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
The price is £171
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
The price is £62
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
The price is £310
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
  • No Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • No Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • No Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • No Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • Yes, Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking

Hotels recommended for families near Gwanghwamun Square

A modern lounge area with a sofa, armchairs, and a wooden bench.

Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong

Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong
4.0 star property
Jongno-gu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,492)
The price is £109
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong

Other attractions near Gwanghwamun Square

A golden statue of a seated figure on a throne with mountains in the background.

Statue of Sejong the Great

A golden statue with a palace and a mountain behind highlight the importance of this individual. Stand in front of the monument to sense his significance.
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Top Gwanghwamun Square Hotel Reviews

The exterior of the Four Seasons Hotel with traditional Korean architecture and modern building above.
Four Seasons Hotel Seoul

Four Seasons Hotel Seoul

Four Seasons Hotel Seoul
Jongno-gu

10/10 Excellent

Generous sized rooms, excellent staff are very helpful, expansive breakfast buffet, great variety of restaurants. DMZ Storyteller tour provided by the hotel was excellent, private car with tour guide Sam who was wonderful, very knowledgeable, and passionately proud of the heritage of South Korea; I cannot recommend this enough. It was superb!
United Kingdom
David John
Reviewed October 17, 2026
Four Seasons Hotel Seoul

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around Gwanghwamun Square?

Gwanghwamun Square is located in Seoul. This culturally rich area is known for its array of dining options and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 406 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Gwanghwamun Square?

Adjacent to Gwanghwamun Square, Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a health club. Other good choices within a short distance include Hotel Gracery Seoul and THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL - 더그랜드롯데 서울.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Gwanghwamun Square?

Expedia has 406 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Gwanghwamun Square.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Gwanghwamun Square, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals close to Gwanghwamun Square.

What can I see and do near Gwanghwamun Square?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at National Museum of Korean Contemporary History, Alive Museum Insadong or Seoul Museum of Art. Explore notable local landmarks like Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and Gwanghwamun. You can catch a show at Myeongdong Nanta Theatre, Myeongdong Theater and Chongdong Theater.

How can I get to Gwanghwamun Square?

Nearby metro stations include Gwanghwamun Station, Jonggak Station and Gyeongbokgung Station. If you'd like to explore farther outside of the area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.