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A hotel room with two beds, a large window, a flat-screen TV, and a wall-mounted artwork.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating, and a reception desk.

A gym with weightlifting equipment, treadmills, and a mirrored wall.

A high-rise hotel with multiple floors, illuminated windows, and a modern architectural design.

1. Mercure Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun

Euljiro-dong, 0.8 km from Gwanghuimun Gate

Vesselina

SAR 632

SAR 695 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A modern bathroom with a window, a small table, and a bench.

A modern kitchen with a window view, a sink, and a countertop.

A kitchen with a window, a bench with round stools, and a small potted plant.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a large window, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and toiletries on the shelf.

2. Mumum Jongno

0.9 km from Gwanghuimun Gate

David

SAR 324

SAR 358 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a view of a tower in the background.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central seating area, and a modern design with wooden accents and a large chandelier.

A night view of a tall building with illuminated windows and a large, illuminated arch structure in the foreground.

A room with a view of a tower and a waterfall, featuring a sofa and a coffee table.

3. The Shilla Seoul

1.1 km from Gwanghuimun Gate

Daeyoung

SAR 1,937

SAR 2,130 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A modern interior with a sign reading 'ON KOREA STAY,' a laptop on a desk, a washing machine, and potted plants.

A modern room with a round table, two wooden chairs, a wooden wardrobe with hanging space, a mirror, and a sink.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a potted plant.

The entrance of a hotel named "On Korea Stay" with a sign indicating the address as 230-13. Inside, there are seating areas with round tables and chairs.

4. OnKorea Stay

1.3 km from Gwanghuimun Gate

Kim Yan

SAR 304

SAR 337 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A modern interior with a staircase, glass walls, and a view of an outdoor area.

A sign for "SEOUL DDJ STAY" with a modern design and illuminated letters.

A hotel room with three beds, a desk, a mirror, and a window with sheer curtains.

A hotel corridor with numbered doors, a modern light fixture, and a clean, minimalist design.

5. Seoul DDJ STAY

1 km from Gwanghuimun Gate

KANAKO

SAR 331

SAR 364 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

The entrance to a building with a sign reading "NEUBLANC Control Management".

A modern hallway with a patterned floor, a reception desk with a vase of flowers, and an elevator.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, multiple seating areas, a kitchenette, and a view of the city.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a small round table, a kitchen area with a sink, and a large mirror.

6. New Blanc Central Myeongdong

Gwanghui-dong, 1 km from Gwanghuimun Gate

Yamila

SAR 580

SAR 643 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A modern hallway with a tiled floor, a door with a number, and a window with a plant.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a shelf with a plant, and an air conditioning unit.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a signboard, a bench, and a staircase leading to an elevator.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a welcome sign, a staircase, and a wall-mounted plant.

7. Dongdaemun Stay Garden

0.9 km from Gwanghuimun Gate

Max

SAR 232

SAR 258 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs, potted plants, and a view of the city skyline.

A modern hotel with a prominent 'NOVOTEL' sign, featuring a unique architectural design with a large central void and illuminated windows.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a reception desk.

An outdoor bar area with a white counter, black bar stools, and a view of the cityscape at dusk.

8. Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences

Gwanghui-dong, 0.5 km from Gwanghuimun Gate

Amir

SAR 1,259

SAR 1,385 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A variety of meats and vegetables on a counter with a chef in the background.

A spacious hotel lobby with a large window offering a city view, multiple seating areas, and a well-lit environment.

A modern hotel room with a marble bathroom, a large bed, a desk, and a view of a cityscape.

A rooftop infinity pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a cityscape.

9. The Ambassador Seoul - A Pullman Hotel

0.8 km from Gwanghuimun Gate

Giuliano

SAR 1,037

SAR 1,141 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A rooftop terrace with tables and chairs, a red umbrella, and a cityscape view.

A high-rise hotel with a prominent sign reading "HOTEL SKYPARK".

A buffet table with various dishes, a bottle of wine, and condiments.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a TV, a chair, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

10. Hotel Skypark Kingstown Dongdaemun

Gwanghui-dong, 0.5 km from Gwanghuimun Gate

Aaron

SAR 525

SAR 582 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

The entrance of The Slaisir hotel with a modern glass facade and illuminated signage.

A modern reception area with a curved ceiling, recessed lighting, a reception desk, and a seating area with sofas.

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows offering city views, and a clean, well-lit interior.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. The room has a city view through large windows.

11. Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Dongdaemun

Gwanghui-dong, 0.2 km from Gwanghuimun Gate

Theresa

SAR 666

SAR 741 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a chandelier, and a wooden table.

A hotel reception area with a glass door entrance, a reception desk, and a large floral arrangement.

A modern hotel room with a leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a large window with curtains.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a bookshelf with decorative items, and a view of greenery through large windows.

12. Acube Hotel

Euljiro-dong, 0.8 km from Gwanghuimun Gate

bunrath

SAR 226

SAR 251 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a ceiling light.

A multi-story building with a modern facade, a covered entrance, and a sign indicating a hotel and cafe is coming soon.

A modern hotel room with a white table, black chairs, a wooden accent wall, a decorative ceiling, and a kitchen area with a refrigerator and wooden cabinets.

13. BlueDuck Hotel

0.9 km from Gwanghuimun Gate

Claudel

SAR 410

SAR 451 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A modern building with a 'Mangrove Coffee & Bar' sign, large glass windows, and a visible entrance.

A spacious room with a wooden floor, two blue yoga mats, a wooden block, and a textured mat.

A modern reception desk with a glass partition, a coffee machine, and a shelf with bottles.

A modern gym with various exercise equipment, including weight machines, free weights, and cardio machines.

14. Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel

Gwanghui-dong, 0.2 km from Gwanghuimun Gate

Helena

SAR 270

SAR 300 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A modern indoor swimming pool with a clear water surface, surrounded by a tiled walkway.

A person seated at a table with a view of traditional architecture through large windows.

A JW Marriott hotel with a modern design, located near a busy intersection with traffic lights and a traditional building in the background.

A bar area with a grand piano, a bar counter, and multiple stools.

15. JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul

0.7 km from Gwanghuimun Gate

Chong

SAR 1,713

SAR 2,073 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a bathroom with a mirror and sink, and a TV on the wall.

A modern building with a prominent sign reading 'SEOUL Jongno.'

A hotel entrance with a glass door, a vending machine, and a colorful mural on the wall.

A conference room with a large screen, a cityscape painting, wooden shelves, and green artificial grass.

16. HotelArrive Seoulful

1.3 km from Gwanghuimun Gate

Kwannie

SAR 509

SAR 566 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern cafe interior with tables and chairs, large windows, and a view of the street outside.

A gym with various weightlifting equipment, mirrors, and a speckled grey floor.

A coin laundry facility with black dryers and washers, labeled in Korean.

17. JD Tower Hotel

Gwanghui-dong, 0.7 km from Gwanghuimun Gate

Luis

SAR 647

SAR 712 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a long marble counter displaying various food items, pendant lighting, and a wooden floor.

A hotel room with a desk, chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, a large window with curtains, and a view of the cityscape.

A reception desk with three staff members, a modern interior design, and a wooden accent wall.

A hotel room with a sofa, a small table with a vase, a lamp, and a view of a cityscape through a glass door.

18. Hotel PJ Myeongdong

Gwanghui-dong, 1.3 km from Gwanghuimun Gate

Samantha

SAR 717

SAR 795 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a small table.

A compact room with a wooden wardrobe, a small kitchenette, a round table with two chairs, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A compact hotel room with a single bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, and a small table with a coffee maker.

A reception desk at Youngbin Hotel with a marble counter, a sign above the desk, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

19. Youngbin Hotel

Gwanghui-dong, 0.4 km from Gwanghuimun Gate

Ruohong

SAR 222

SAR 247 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A bedroom with a large bed, a city view, and a sliding door leading to an outdoor area.

A rooftop terrace with a table and chairs, a view of the cityscape, and a string of lights.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple shelves of liquor bottles, and three bar stools.

A bar area with various bottles and glasses.

20. glue Hotel

1.3 km from Gwanghuimun Gate

Grace

SAR 271

SAR 298 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Gwanghuimun Gate

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Mercure Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun	9.8 Exceptional 6 reviews	View
Mumum Jongno	9.6 Exceptional 5 reviews	View
The Shilla Seoul	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
OnKorea Stay	9.4 Exceptional 6 reviews	View
Seoul DDJ STAY	9.6 Exceptional 14 reviews	View

Top Gwanghuimun Gate Hotel Reviews

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly staff . Has lockers for luggages since we arrived early prior to check in time . A weighing scale for the luggages which is a plus for shoppers while on vacation"

Uljiro Co-Op Residence

8/10 Good

"The room was small for us, large Americans. Everything was close, and it was easy to ride the bus to and from the airport."

Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences

10/10 Excellent

"We had a great stay. Staff were very helpful and rooms were comfortable, clean and spacious."

Hotel Gracery Seoul

8/10 Good

"Proximity to street market"

New Blanc Central Myeongdong

10/10 Excellent

"I really enjoyed my stay. Cleaning crew were very pleasant and accommodating. Having access to the laundry facility was not only convenient but also inexpensive to use. Support from the front office staff was excellent . They answered most of my questions and helped secure taxi transportation for me with clear guidelines of where I wished to go. Would highly recommend to family and friends."

K-Grand Hotel DDP

10/10 Excellent

"Trés bien placé, chambre renovée et propre. Personnel a l’accueil trés agreable. Eau et café a disposition. Je recommande sans hesiter !"

NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL DONGDAEMUN

10/10 Excellent

"Clean, spacious room, large bathroom , nice breakfast!"

The Summit Hotel Seoul Dongdaemun

10/10 Excellent

"직원분들이 친절 하십니다"

Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Dongdaemun

10/10 Excellent

"Very conveniently located, a short walk from the subway. The room was clean and quiet and the coin/card laundry in the basement was super convenient."

Other attractions near Gwanghuimun Gate

A modern architectural structure with a curved facade, a large sculpture, and a busy urban street with pedestrians.

Dongdaemun Design Plaza

8.2/10 (702 reviews)

Learn about the events happening at Dongdaemun Design Plaza during your trip to Seoul. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

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A busy urban street at night with illuminated signs in multiple languages, including English and Korean.

Dongdaemun History and Culture Park

8.4/10 (6,176 reviews)

After visiting Dongdaemun History and Culture Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Seoul. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

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A modern architectural structure with a curved facade and illuminated interior at night.

Goodmorning City

7.8/10 (28 reviews)

During your visit to Seoul, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Goodmorning City. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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A hot pot with various ingredients simmering in a rich, red sauce, garnished with shredded cheese, on a wooden table.

Migliore Mall

8.0/10 (18 reviews)

During your visit to Seoul, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Migliore Mall. While in this culturally rich area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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APM Place

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at APM Place during your trip to Seoul. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.

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Lotte Fitin

During your visit to Seoul, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Lotte Fitin. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Dongdaemun History Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Dongdaemun History Museum during your trip to Seoul. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

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Fashion Mall U:US

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

During your trip to Seoul, you can enjoy retail therapy at Fashion Mall U:US. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Gwanghuimun Gate?

Gwanghuimun Gate is located in a family-friendly area of Seoul known for its major shopping area and interesting historical sites. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 267 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Gwanghuimun Gate?

Adjacent to Gwanghuimun Gate, Toyoko Inn Seoul Dongdaemun No.2 is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free WiFi. Other good choices close by include HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG and Toyoko Inn Seoul Dongdaemun 1.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Gwanghuimun Gate?

Expedia has 267 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Gwanghuimun Gate.

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

Yes, the majority of room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available near Gwanghuimun Gate.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Gwanghuimun Gate?

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What can I see and do near Gwanghuimun Gate?

Seoul National University Hospital, Alive Museum Insadong, and National Museum of Korean Contemporary History feature captivating exhibits. Explore landmarks like Bukchon Hanok Village, Gyeongbokgung Palace, and Heunginjimun Gate. You can catch a show at Myeongdong Theater, Myeongdong Nanta Theatre, and Seoul Namsan Gugakdang.

How can I get to Gwanghuimun Gate?

With so many choices for transportation, seeing all of the area near Gwanghuimun Gate is easy. You can walk to nearby metro stations including Euljiro 4-ga Station, Chungmuro Station, and Euljilo 3-ga Station. If you're hopping a train into the city, Seoul Station is the closest stop to Jung-gu.

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Our top choices for Gwanghuimun Gate hotels

1. Mercure Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun

2. Mumum Jongno

3. The Shilla Seoul

4. OnKorea Stay

5. Seoul DDJ STAY

6. New Blanc Central Myeongdong

7. Dongdaemun Stay Garden

8. Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences

9. The Ambassador Seoul - A Pullman Hotel

10. Hotel Skypark Kingstown Dongdaemun

11. Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Dongdaemun

12. Acube Hotel

13. BlueDuck Hotel

14. Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel

15. JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul

16. HotelArrive Seoulful

17. JD Tower Hotel

18. Hotel PJ Myeongdong

19. Youngbin Hotel

20. glue Hotel

Compare popular hotels close to Gwanghuimun Gate

Top Gwanghuimun Gate Hotel Reviews

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

Uljiro Co-Op Residence

Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences

Hotel Gracery Seoul

New Blanc Central Myeongdong

K-Grand Hotel DDP

NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL DONGDAEMUN

The Summit Hotel Seoul Dongdaemun

Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Dongdaemun

Other attractions near Gwanghuimun Gate

Dongdaemun Design Plaza

Dongdaemun History and Culture Park

Goodmorning City

Migliore Mall

APM Place

Lotte Fitin

Dongdaemun History Museum

Fashion Mall U:US

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