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Empire Tourist Hotel

Property class: 3

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Located close to Gwangju National Museum, Empire Tourist Hotel provides dry cleaning/laundry services and a restaurant. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is £33
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept

Room options

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Showing 5 of 5 rooms

View all photos for Standard Room

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room

  • 568 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a bedside table, and a lamp.

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 640 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Twin Room

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a flat-screen TV, two beds, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Twin Room

  • 712 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Traditional Room, 1 Bedroom (Korean Ondol)

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, a lamp, and a wardrobe.

Traditional Room, 1 Bedroom (Korean Ondol)

  • 532 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Futons
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a sofa, and a coffee table.

Deluxe Double

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Located in Gwangju, Empire Tourist Hotel is in the city centre. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Jungoe Park and Juknokwon Bamboo Forest, while Gwangju National Museum and Bamboo Museum are cultural highlights. Enjoy an event or a match at Guus Hiddink Stadium, and consider making time for Soswaewon Garden—a top attraction that's not to be missed. Visit our Gwangju travel guide
Map
25, Imbangul-daero 800beon-gil, Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju, 62277

What's nearby

  • A wooden staircase leading through a bamboo forest.
    Juknokwon Bamboo Forest
    29 min drive - 14.1 miles
  • Ssangam Park
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Gwangju-Kia Champions Field
    16 min drive - 6.4 miles
  • Yangdong Market
    21 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • 1913 Songjeong Station Market
    21 min drive - 9.5 miles

Getting around

  • Sangmu Station
    17 min drive
  • Jangseong Station
    18 min drive
  • Gwangju (KWJ-Gwangju Intl.)
    18 min drive

Restaurants

  • 스타벅스 광주시리단길점
    5 min walk
  • 만선당
    1 min walk
  • 풍천장어명가
    3 min walk
  • Starbucks
    5 min walk
  • 대장금횟집
    6 min walk

About this property

Empire Tourist Hotel

  • Hotel near Jungoe Park
  • Located close to Gwangju National Museum, Empire Tourist Hotel provides dry cleaning/laundry services and a restaurant. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks at this hotel include:
    • Korean breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and express check-in
    • A 24-hour front desk, concierge services and multilingual staff
    • Tour/ticket information, a lift and luggage storage
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Empire Tourist Hotel feature comforts, such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and bathrobes.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Heating and fans
    • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and deep-soaking baths
    • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
    • Fridges, electric kettles and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Weekday Korean breakfast available 7:00 AM to 8:00 AM for a fee: KRW 10,000 per person
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Hemi

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Spa

  • In-room massages
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Fan
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for Korean breakfast: from approximately KRW 10000 per person
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

Frequently asked questions

Is Empire Tourist Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Empire Tourist Hotel?

As of 19 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Empire Tourist Hotel on 7 Sept 2026 start from £33, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Empire Tourist Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Empire Tourist Hotel?

Checkout is at noon. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Empire Tourist Hotel located?

Located in Gwangsan-gu, this hotel is within 9 mi (15 km) of Gwangju National Museum, Jungoe Park and Yangdong Market. Gwangju Art Street and Guus Hiddink Stadium are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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