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A hotel corridor with wooden walls, a light-colored carpet, and a brick accent wall.

A modern bathroom with a large round mirror, two sinks, and a shower area.

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a small table with two chairs, and a door leading to another room.

A modern reception area with a coffee machine, a trash bin, and a sign reading "BROWN DOT".

1. BROWN DOT HOTEL

Buk-gu, 1.8 mi from Gwangju National Museum

SoonHee

£29

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a modern facade, multiple balconies, and a parking area in front.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the city.

A modern reception desk with a wooden finish, a glass door entrance, and a visible elevator.

A rooftop swimming pool with a view of a cityscape at dusk.

2. Gwangju H1 Hotel

Buk-gu, 1.1 mi from Gwangju National Museum

Dr. Kim

£37

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a large window with blinds, and a green birdcage on the table.

A bathroom with a toilet, sink, and mirror.

A multi-story hotel with a red facade and a sign in a foreign language.

A modern hotel room with a white console table, a flat-screen TV, a small refrigerator, a kettle, and a framed picture on the wall.

3. Gwangju Tourist Hotel

Buk-gu, 1.1 mi from Gwangju National Museum

Jake

£54

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel facade with classical architecture, featuring columns and arched windows.

A hotel bathroom with a mirror, a towel rack, a telephone, a tray with mugs, and a kettle.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a mirror, and a small desk with a lamp.

A hallway with doors marked with room numbers, carpeted flooring, and a modern design.

4. Sinan E.KKLIM Hotel

Buk-gu, 1.9 mi from Gwangju National Museum

Christian

£16

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a glass-enclosed shower, and a wooden headboard.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a kitchen area with wooden cabinets and a refrigerator.

A modern staircase with metal railings, potted plants, and a tiled floor leading to a room with a bed.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a glass partition separating the living area from a bathroom.

5. Biennale Hotel

Buk-gu, 1.1 mi from Gwangju National Museum

Moziah

£36

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

A hotel with a modern facade, multiple floors, and illuminated signage.

A modern bathroom with a glass partition, a built-in sink, and a mirror.

A buffet setup with various food items in metal containers, arranged on a long counter with chairs and tables in the background.

6. Lantana Hotel Gwangju

Buk-gu, 2.8 mi from Gwangju National Museum

KYEONGKEUN

£39

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A swimming pool with a view of a tropical landscape through an open window.

A cozy living room with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

A room with a kitchen area, two wicker chairs, a small table, and large potted plants.

A cozy living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a fireplace, and a wooden door.

7. Maison de On U Hotel Gwangju cheomdan

Gwangsan-gu, 2.9 mi from Gwangju National Museum

gwong won

£27

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A modern lobby with a reception desk, a large potted plant, and a staircase.

A modern office with three desks, each with a computer monitor, and a 'Staff only' door.

A modern hotel entrance with a prominent sign, a staircase leading up to the doors, and well-lit surroundings.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a round coffee table, a comfortable armchair, and a view of tall buildings through large windows.

8. Hotel Hive Inn

Gwangsan-gu, 2.9 mi from Gwangju National Museum

Youngsil

£37

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a large window offering a city view.

A modern reception desk with a marble stool, a Christmas tree decoration, and a view of a hotel sign.

A room with a round wooden table, two chairs, one beige and one blue, and a small table to the left.

A modern bathroom with a toilet, a shower with a handheld showerhead, and a soap dispenser on a shelf.

9. Hotel Summit

Gwangsan-gu, 5 mi from Gwangju National Museum

Jojo Soh

£33

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spa area with a large bathtub, a wicker basket, and a wooden bench.

A spa area with a seating area, a wooden wall, and potted plants.

A woman sitting by a poolside area with a wicker basket and a white chair.

A modern outdoor patio with a pool, lounge chairs, and a wooden fence.

10. H-AVENUE Hotel Gwangju Cheomdan

Gwangsan-gu, 3 mi from Gwangju National Museum

Terry

£32

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a dining area with a long table and chairs, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A parking garage entrance with a clear OUT and IN sign, a directional sign, and a parking space number 128.

A spacious lobby with a large potted plant, a wall-mounted light fixture, and a modern elevator.

A buffet area with multiple food stations, a marble counter, and a clean, modern design.

11. CS Hotel

Seo-Gu, 3.2 mi from Gwangju National Museum

Daniel

£47

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern lobby with a sofa set, a small table, and a bookshelf with books.

A modern hotel room with a dark blue accent wall, a flat-screen TV mounted above a wooden console, a massage chair, a sofa, and a round table.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, armchair, bedside tables, and a bed.

A modern dining area with a central island, multiple seating options, and a contemporary design.

12. Hound Hotel Gwangju Cheomdan

Gwangsan-gu, 2.8 mi from Gwangju National Museum

JOONGHO

£35

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern hotel reception area with a glass entrance, a reception desk, and a computer setup.

A modern hotel reception area with a marble counter, a reception desk, and a seating area with a coffee table.

A modern hotel corridor with a polished marble floor, a glass elevator, and a dark elevator door marked with the number 602.

A modern cafe interior with a counter, menu board, seating area, and potted plants.

13. Gwangju Aura Hotel

Gwangsan-gu, 6.2 mi from Gwangju National Museum

Andrew

£42

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating areas, and a large window providing natural light.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a small kitchenette, and a dark door.

A hotel entrance with a sign reading "CHEOMDAN HOTEL" and a "CAFE JOY" sign.

A modern interior with a brick wall, a glass door entrance, and a potted plant.

14. CHEOMDAN HOTEL

Gwangsan-gu, 3 mi from Gwangju National Museum

Jinhyung

£33

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a small table, and a chair.

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a white picket fence, and a decorative tree under string lights.

A hotel entrance with a prominent sign reading "HOUND HOTEL" and a parking sign indicating a 5-6 meter parking space.

A buffet setup with multiple serving stations, a variety of dishes, and blue pendant lighting.

15. Hound Hotel Sangmu

Seo-Gu, 3.2 mi from Gwangju National Museum

Taylor

£53

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a small round table, and a chair.

A modern dining area with a kitchen in the background, featuring a bar and seating.

A modern room with a flat-screen TV mounted on a wall, a built-in air conditioning unit, and a sliding door.

A hotel entrance with a brick facade, a sign for 'Brown - Downtown Hotel', and a parking sign.

16. Brown Dot Hotel Pungam

Seo-Gu, 4.3 mi from Gwangju National Museum

Nicolas

£39

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A modern building with a sign for 'Madrid Business Hotel' and a 'Parking' entrance.

A modern restaurant with brick walls, wooden tables, and a central counter with food displays.

A modern hotel corridor with elevators, a polished floor, and a clean, contemporary design.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, a TV, and a bed.

17. Madrid Hotel Gwangju

Gwangsan-gu, 6.1 mi from Gwangju National Museum

Chelsey

£43

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern interior with a central counter, seating area, and bookshelves.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a shower area.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and weight equipment.

A modern bathroom with a freestanding mirror, a sink with a speckled countertop, and two towels hanging on a rack.

18. L7 CHUNGJANG by LOTTE HOTELS(formerly Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Chungjang)

Dong-Gu, 3.3 mi from Gwangju National Museum

Gordon

£72

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern hotel room with a sectional sofa, a small sofa, a coffee table, and a floor lamp.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the city through large windows.

A gym with treadmills, weight machines, and a wooden floor.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a reception desk, and a modern design.

19. Holiday Inn Gwangju by IHG

Seo-Gu, 3.8 mi from Gwangju National Museum

Andrew

£81

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A modern hotel corridor with a striped carpet, recessed lighting, and mirrored walls.

A modern living room with a leather sofa, a round coffee table, a small wooden table, and a view of a cityscape through a large window.

A hotel room with two large beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with a city view.

A reception desk with a sign reading "Top Cloud Hotel" and a digital screen displaying information. There are two potted plants on either side of the desk.

20. Top Cloud Hotel Gwangju

Gwangsan-gu, 3 mi from Gwangju National Museum

STEVEN

£39

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Gwangju National Museum

Property	Property class	Guest rating
BROWN DOT HOTEL	9.6 Exceptional 5 reviews	View
Gwangju H1 Hotel	9.0 Wonderful 269 reviews	View
Gwangju Tourist Hotel	8.8 Excellent 104 reviews	View
Sinan E.KKLIM Hotel	8.4 Very good 59 reviews	View
Biennale Hotel	7.6 Good 84 reviews	View

Top Gwangju National Museum Hotel Reviews

L7 CHUNGJANG by LOTTE HOTELS(formerly Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Chungjang)

8/10 Good

"Functional hotel close to the main sights"

Gwangju H1 Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Generally facility was good but not easy to say excellent."

CS Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Well kept room, very clean, very helpful and courteous front desk staff. Had a very pleasant stay. Thank you!"

Hound Hotel Gwangju Cheomdan

8/10 Good

"Clean room and kind staffs"

BREEV GWANGJU by LOTTE HOTELS(formerly Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Gwangju)

10/10 Excellent

"The breakfast service is very good."

CHEOMDAN HOTEL

10/10 Excellent

"Cute place , good location and nice staff"

HOTEL Yeogiuhtte Gwangju Station

10/10 Excellent

"Was great for a few nights stay in Gwangju, easy access to public transport and affordable. The room itself was clean and had all the amenities I needed. Was useful having a microwave and utensils on each floor. And I really appreciated the free Netflix and Disney plus. Would definitely stay again."

Holiday Inn Gwangju by IHG

8/10 Good

"Hotel was quite far from other areas and the convenience store at the bottom of the hotel was not that well stocked. But the hotel was clean and the room was of a decent size for 2 people."

Other attractions near Gwangju National Museum

Gwangju Folk Museum

10.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Gwangju Folk Museum during your trip to Gwangju. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.

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Jungoe Park

8.8/10 (6 reviews)

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

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Gwangju Art and Culture Center

8.2/10 (51 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Gwangju Art and Culture Center during your stay in Gwangju. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.

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Namdo Folk Food Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Namdo Folk Food Museum during your travels in Gwangju. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.

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Gwangju-Kia Champions Field

8.4/10 (20 reviews)

Catch an event at Gwangju-Kia Champions Field during your trip to Gwangju. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.

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Kumho Family Land

7.2/10 (17 reviews)

Bring your family to Kumho Family Land and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Gwangju. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.

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May 18th Memorial Cultural Center

Enjoy an outing to May 18th Memorial Cultural Center during your stay in Gwangju. Visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Yangdong Market

7.4/10 (42 reviews)

During your trip to Gwangju, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Yangdong Market. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Gwangju National Museum?

Gwangju National Museum is located in an area of Gwangju that travellers like for its shopping. You'll find 110 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay near Gwangju National Museum?

UTOP Boutique Hotel & Residence is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free WiFi and parking. It's located 3 mi (4.9 km) from Gwangju National Museum. Other good options within 5 miles include Gwangju H1 Hotel and Brown Dot Hotel Sinan.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Gwangju National Museum?

Expedia has 110 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Gwangju National Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Gwangju National Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available near Gwangju National Museum.

What can I see and do near Gwangju National Museum?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Chosun University Museum of Art, Gwangju Folk Museum or Namdo Folk Food Museum. Some landmarks that you won't want to miss include 5.18 Democracy Square, Missionary's House of Wilson and House of Choi Seung-hyo. You can wander around Ssangam Park, Damyang Marsh or 5-18 Memorial Park if you want a dose of fresh air.

How can I get to Gwangju National Museum?

If you want to explore the larger area, hop on a train at Gwangju Station. There might not be many public transport stops near Gwangju National Museum so consider renting a car to see more of the area.

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Our top choices for Gwangju National Museum hotels

1. BROWN DOT HOTEL

2. Gwangju H1 Hotel

3. Gwangju Tourist Hotel

4. Sinan E.KKLIM Hotel

5. Biennale Hotel

6. Lantana Hotel Gwangju

7. Maison de On U Hotel Gwangju cheomdan

8. Hotel Hive Inn

9. Hotel Summit

10. H-AVENUE Hotel Gwangju Cheomdan

11. CS Hotel

12. Hound Hotel Gwangju Cheomdan

13. Gwangju Aura Hotel

14. CHEOMDAN HOTEL

15. Hound Hotel Sangmu

16. Brown Dot Hotel Pungam

17. Madrid Hotel Gwangju

18. L7 CHUNGJANG by LOTTE HOTELS(formerly Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Chungjang)

19. Holiday Inn Gwangju by IHG

20. Top Cloud Hotel Gwangju

Compare popular hotels close to Gwangju National Museum

Top Gwangju National Museum Hotel Reviews

L7 CHUNGJANG by LOTTE HOTELS(formerly Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Chungjang)

Gwangju H1 Hotel

CS Hotel

Hound Hotel Gwangju Cheomdan

BREEV GWANGJU by LOTTE HOTELS(formerly Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Gwangju)

CHEOMDAN HOTEL

HOTEL Yeogiuhtte Gwangju Station

Holiday Inn Gwangju by IHG

Other attractions near Gwangju National Museum

Gwangju Folk Museum

Jungoe Park

Gwangju Art and Culture Center

Namdo Folk Food Museum

Gwangju-Kia Champions Field

Kumho Family Land

May 18th Memorial Cultural Center

Yangdong Market

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