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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 corner office with two chairs, a desk, a computer, and a plant.

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

1. Mercure Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun

Euljiro-dong, 0.8 km from Gwanghuimun Gate

Vesselina

₹15,230

₹16,753 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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

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

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

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

2. The Shilla Seoul

1.1 km from Gwanghuimun Gate

Sunder

₹49,497

₹54,447 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern hotel building with multiple floors, large windows, and a prominent sign reading "HOTEL THE BOTANK".

A modern hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table with a bottle and glass, and a green sofa.

A modern gym with exercise equipment, large windows, and a wooden floor.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a business lounge sign.

3. HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

Euljiro-dong, 1.4 km from Gwanghuimun Gate

Donald

₹10,608

₹11,856 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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.

A gym with various exercise equipment, including weight machines and treadmills.

4. Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Dongdaemun

Gwanghui-dong, 0.2 km from Gwanghuimun Gate

Theresa

₹18,821

₹20,912 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 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 welcome sign, a staircase, and a wall-mounted plant.

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

5. Dongdaemun Stay Garden

0.9 km from Gwanghuimun Gate

Max

₹6,668

₹7,435 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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

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

A buffet with various dishes, a large floral centerpiece, and a seating area with wooden chairs and tables.

A spacious lobby with a marble floor, a reception desk, and a large chandelier.

6. Hotel Skypark Kingstown Dongdaemun

Gwanghui-dong, 0.5 km from Gwanghuimun Gate

Aaron

₹13,837

₹15,392 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

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

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a view of the cityscape, and a modern architectural design.

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

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

7. New Blanc Central Myeongdong

Gwanghui-dong, 1 km from Gwanghuimun Gate

frederick man wing

₹11,925

₹13,236 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

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

A rooftop bar with outdoor seating and a city view at dusk.

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

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

8. JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul

0.7 km from Gwanghuimun Gate

Chong

₹38,940

₹47,117 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

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

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

A modern dining area with a city view, a chef preparing food, and a variety of dishes displayed on the counter.

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

9. Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences

Gwanghui-dong, 0.5 km from Gwanghuimun Gate

Matt

₹29,466

₹32,412 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

The exterior of the ACUBE HOTEL with a modern facade, large glass entrance, and a sign indicating the Grand Opening.

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

10. Acube Hotel

Euljiro-dong, 0.8 km from Gwanghuimun Gate

bunrath

₹9,807

₹10,788 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A modern hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

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

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

11. JD Tower Hotel

Gwanghui-dong, 0.7 km from Gwanghuimun Gate

Luis

₹11,234

₹12,357 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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

A modern lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a large glass table with a decorative centerpiece.

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

12. The Ambassador Seoul - A Pullman Hotel

0.8 km from Gwanghuimun Gate

Jacqueline

₹27,582

₹30,341 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a built-in dishwasher.

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

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

13. Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel

Gwanghui-dong, 0.2 km from Gwanghuimun Gate

Luna

₹7,962

₹8,832 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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

The exterior of the Stayrak Hotel with a prominent illuminated sign, large windows, and a modern architectural design.

A modern bathroom with a large mirror, a bathtub, and a shower area.

A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, chairs, a marble floor, and a large window.

14. Stayrak Hotel

Gwanghui-dong, 1.4 km from Gwanghuimun Gate

Alonzo

₹13,337

₹14,786 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 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 sofa, a small table with a vase, a lamp, and a view of a cityscape through a glass door.

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

15. Hotel PJ Myeongdong

Gwanghui-dong, 1.3 km from Gwanghuimun Gate

Nima

₹17,051

₹19,057 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with escalators, a reception desk, and a sign for the hotel lobby and restaurant.

A tall hotel building with a prominent sign at the top.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a coffee table, and a lamp.

A modern gym with various exercise equipment, large windows, and a view of mountains.

16. Hotel Kukdo

Euljiro-dong, 1.2 km from Gwanghuimun Gate

Ernesto

₹14,334

₹16,001 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

The exterior of the Summit Hotel with illuminated signage, large glass windows, and a modern architectural design.

A spacious coffee shop with multiple tables and chairs, a visible counter with a menu, and a large window offering a view of the street.

A modern office with two desks, two chairs, and a lamp.

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

17. The Summit Hotel Seoul Dongdaemun

0.4 km from Gwanghuimun Gate

Joe

₹11,509

₹12,879 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a large bed, a desk with a chair, and a window with a view of trees and buildings.

A nighttime cityscape with modern buildings, a well-lit street, and a clear view of the road.

A hotel hallway with wooden doors, a reception desk, and a plant.

A modern kitchen with a built-in dishwasher, a coffee machine, and a sink.

18. LAHA Boutique DDP Dongdaemun

Gwanghui-dong, 0.2 km from Gwanghuimun Gate

Makoto

₹14,179

₹15,790 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern hallway with a long corridor, doors, and recessed lighting.

A hotel sign with the name "K-Grand Hotel" and check-in/out times.

A hotel sign with 'K-GRAND HOTEL' and 'DDP 3F' indicating the building's name and floor.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, and an air conditioning unit.

19. K-Grand Hotel DDP

0.4 km from Gwanghuimun Gate

Tina

₹6,272

₹6,954 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A person standing on a balcony overlooking a cityscape with buildings and a tower.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, a toaster, a coffee machine, and a sink.

A hallway with a wooden door, a fire extinguisher, and a green exit sign.

A hotel room with two beds, a window with blinds, a mounted air conditioner, and a ceiling-mounted smoke detector.

20. elim hostel

Euljiro-dong, 0.9 km from Gwanghuimun Gate

TAKAHIRO

₹5,105

₹5,616 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Gwanghuimun Gate

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Mercure Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun	9.8 Exceptional 7 reviews	View
The Shilla Seoul	9.4 Exceptional 1,055 reviews	View
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG	9.2 Wonderful 2,146 reviews	View
Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Dongdaemun	9.2 Wonderful 1,393 reviews	View
Dongdaemun Stay Garden	9.2 Wonderful 64 reviews	View

Top Gwanghuimun Gate Hotel Reviews

The Summit Hotel Seoul Dongdaemun

10/10 Excellent

"Room was clean staff was helpful"

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

10/10 Excellent

"Great location and nice accommodations. Made the travel easy!"

New Blanc Central Myeongdong

8/10 Good

"Generally a good experience but the automated lighting the bathroom with the motion detector is extremely annoying. Rooms are also quite tight."

Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent stay! Will 100% stay here again if I ever visit. Very clean, spacious, laundry in room, very accommodating, friendly staff."

Hotel Skypark Kingstown Dongdaemun

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent customer service. Clean rooms. The lobby is on the 14th floor with a 7-11! That was really nice surprise knowing you don't have to leave the hotel in the middle of the night if you're craving some snacks. Located above the Hyndai outlet mall and another 5-6 story wholesale clothing and accessories market beside it. Across the street from Dongdaemun History & Culture Park and in between 2 subway stations."

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 !"

Travelodge Dongdaemun Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Rooms ok, good breakfast near DDP Plaza, Gwangjang Market - 광장시장 Marketplace, train station, cafes, restaurants and malls."

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."

Toyoko Inn Seoul Dongdaemun No.2

10/10 Excellent

"That was my another Toyoko stay. Compare to others that was not the best. Breakfast was OK but the room was not clean, hair was everywhere. Bed was comfortable, bigger then other hotels offered."

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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)

Join the masses who snap selfies every year at one of the most Instagrammed sites in South Korea, a UFO-like building that hosts a variety of events.

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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)

This sizable commercial district is home to a staggering number of shopping malls, specialty stores and traditional Korean marketplaces.

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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 find the perfect gifts to bring home at Goodmorning City. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour 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 enjoy retail therapy at Migliore Mall. While in this culturally rich area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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APM Place

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs 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 enjoy retail therapy 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 studying the exhibits at Dongdaemun History Museum during your travels in Seoul. Visit 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 do some window-shopping 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, take a look at the 267 hotels and other accommodation options 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 traveller 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 accommodation options 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, most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available near Gwanghuimun Gate.

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 transport, 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. The Shilla Seoul

3. HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

4. Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Dongdaemun

5. Dongdaemun Stay Garden

6. Hotel Skypark Kingstown Dongdaemun

7. New Blanc Central Myeongdong

8. JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul

9. Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences

10. Acube Hotel

11. JD Tower Hotel

12. The Ambassador Seoul - A Pullman Hotel

13. Mangrove Dongdaemun - Hostel

14. Stayrak Hotel

15. Hotel PJ Myeongdong

16. Hotel Kukdo

17. The Summit Hotel Seoul Dongdaemun

18. LAHA Boutique DDP Dongdaemun

19. K-Grand Hotel DDP

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Top Gwanghuimun Gate Hotel Reviews

The Summit Hotel Seoul Dongdaemun

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

New Blanc Central Myeongdong

Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences

Hotel Skypark Kingstown Dongdaemun

K-Grand Hotel DDP

Travelodge Dongdaemun Hotel

Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Dongdaemun

Toyoko Inn Seoul Dongdaemun No.2

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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