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A traditional Japanese-style room with sliding doors, a bed, and a small potted plant.

A traditional Japanese-style interior with tatami flooring, wooden furniture, and a small garden area with a wooden table and benches.

A traditional Japanese inn with tatami mat flooring, wooden furniture, and a central tatami mat table.

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a wooden ceiling, and a view of a garden.

1. PungGyeong, Korea Traditional House

0.6 km from Hyehwamun Gate

Taehwan

￥38,186

￥42,382 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 29 - Aug 30

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

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

A modern kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and a sink.

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

2. Dongdaemun Stay Garden

2 km from Hyehwamun Gate

Myosil

￥8,707

￥9,675 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

A modern reception area with a curved white reception desk, black sofas, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

A modern hotel room with a minimalist design, featuring a wooden floor, a television on a wooden stand, and a sliding door with a geometric pattern.

A high-rise hotel with multiple floors, illuminated windows, and a prominent signage at the top.

A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a desk with a lamp, and a chair.

3. Orakai Daehakro Hotel, BW Signature Collection

1.4 km from Hyehwamun Gate

Sandra

￥23,649

￥26,014 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

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

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.

A modern bathroom with a vanity, a mirror with circular lighting, a door, and a trash bin.

4. BlueDuck Hotel

1.8 km from Hyehwamun Gate

Andrew

￥12,925

￥14,394 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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

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

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

5. Hotel Skypark Kingstown Dongdaemun

Gwanghui-dong, 2.1 km from Hyehwamun Gate

Aaron

￥14,873

￥16,580 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, and a window with curtains.

A modern interior with a sign reading "urbanstay boutique ikseon".

A modern hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a view of the hallway leading to the kitchen.

A narrow alleyway with a closed storefront on the left, a tiled walkway, and a building with a brick wall on the right.

6. Urbanstay Boutique Ikseon

1.9 km from Hyehwamun Gate

Ye Kai

￥17,139

￥19,204 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A wooden structure with a traditional design, possibly a gazebo or pavilion, with a view of a garden and a building with a tiled roof in the background.

A wooden pergola structure with a view of a garden and trees.

A traditional Japanese-style interior with wooden beams and tatami flooring, a tatami mat room with a low table and chairs, and a view of a garden with bamboo and a stone wall.

A spacious interior with wooden ceiling beams, a bar area with stools, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

7. Hanok Hotel DAAM

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 1.8 km from Hyehwamun Gate

Geummulgyul

￥14,953

￥16,692 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

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

A hallway with a sign reading "g/ue hotel" and multiple doors.

A bar area with various bottles and glasses.

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

8. glue Hotel

1.3 km from Hyehwamun Gate

Grace

￥11,323

￥12,455 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A table with a vase of flowers and a glass of iced tea.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, a refrigerator, and a potted plant.

A hotel room with a bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and curtains on the windows.

A snow-covered outdoor area with a Christmas tree, benches, and potted plants.

9. Hotel Tradiup by the Designers

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 2.1 km from Hyehwamun Gate

LaQuita

￥18,749

￥20,624 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent 'Ibis' sign at the top.

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

A multi-story hotel with illuminated windows and a prominent sign.

10. ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong

2 km from Hyehwamun Gate

Lenelle

￥23,022

￥25,324 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a kettle, and a window with horizontal blinds.

The exterior of MJ Hotel with a modern entrance, potted plants, and a brick wall.

A building with the sign "MJ HOTEL" illuminated in white letters.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, two round tables, a small ottoman, a bed, and a door.

11. MJ HOTEL JONGNO

1.9 km from Hyehwamun Gate

Julei

￥9,220

￥10,256 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A modern hotel lobby with a central reception desk, a check-in counter, and a seating area with a plant.

A spacious lobby with multiple seating areas, a reception desk, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a phone, a lamp, and a window with a city view.

A long, narrow hallway with white walls and a marble floor.

12. Arirang Hill Hotel Dongdaemun

1.3 km from Hyehwamun Gate

sanaa

￥14,986

￥16,813 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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

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

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

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

13. JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul

2 km from Hyehwamun Gate

Chong

￥48,467

￥58,644 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

An outdoor patio area with wooden tables and chairs, potted plants, and decorative lamps.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, and a projection screen on the wall.

A modern kitchen with a sink, countertop, and a small refrigerator.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a lamp.

14. Hotel DALSTAIR Seoul Jongno

Jongno-gu, 0.8 km from Hyehwamun Gate

ANNY

￥8,898

￥9,830 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A restaurant with a long wooden counter, brick walls, and hanging planters with greenery.

A hotel sign with the name "HOTEL YAJA" and a modern building in the background.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with two computers, a decorative screen, and a wall with floral artwork.

15. Hotel Yaja Jongno

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 2.1 km from Hyehwamun Gate

Felipe

￥12,321

￥13,737 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and indoor plants.

An outdoor patio with round tables, wicker chairs, and potted plants.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a flat-screen TV, a vase with flowers, and a large mirror.

A modern living room with a round coffee table, a grey armchair with a patterned pillow, a floor lamp, and a bookshelf with framed pictures.

16. Mayplace Seoul

1.4 km from Hyehwamun Gate

HARIM

￥15,882

￥17,687 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

A table set with various food items and drinks, viewed through a window with a cityscape in the background.

A black SUV parked in front of a sign that reads 'DH NAISSANCE FREE DRIVE TOUR.'

A nighttime cityscape with illuminated buildings and a busy street.

A traditional Korean building with wooden architecture, a stone base, and a signboard.

17. Friendly DH Naissance Hotel by Mindrum Group

1.4 km from Hyehwamun Gate

Justin

￥8,130

￥8,943 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a counter with a cash register, and a ceiling fan.

A corridor with wooden paneling, a glass window, and a green door.

A spacious room with two beds, a TV mounted on the wall, and a built-in shelf unit.

18. R Guesthouse Jongmyo

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 2.2 km from Hyehwamun Gate

Hua

￥6,463

￥7,197 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

A reception area with a Star Hostel sign, a reception desk, a television, and a potted orchid.

A modern building with a glass entrance and a metal fence with a star decoration.

A modern conference room with a long table, black chairs, white shelves, and a red door.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a small desk with a chair, and a window with a plant.

19. Star Hostel Dongdaemun Suite

1.8 km from Hyehwamun Gate

Alynne

￥5,268

￥5,795 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

A modern building entrance with a clean, tiled floor and large potted plants.

A modern bathroom with a marble sink, a woven vase with white flowers, and a stone wall.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV mounted on the wall.

20. Simple Stay Jongro

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 2.1 km from Hyehwamun Gate

Gang

￥12,115

￥13,364 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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Compare popular hotels close to Hyehwamun Gate

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
PungGyeong, Korea Traditional House	9.8 Exceptional 12 reviews	View
Dongdaemun Stay Garden	9.4 Exceptional 42 reviews	View
Orakai Daehakro Hotel, BW Signature Collection	9.4 Exceptional 763 reviews	View
BlueDuck Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 86 reviews	View
Hotel Skypark Kingstown Dongdaemun	9.0 Wonderful 1,326 reviews	View

Top Hyehwamun Gate Hotel Reviews

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

10/10 Excellent

"Good amenities, convenient location, clean hotel"

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

10/10 Excellent

"Very good location. Good size room, comfortable bed."

Arirang Hill Hotel Dongdaemun

8/10 Good

"It is well located. Buses and a metro station are nearby so it is very helpful."

NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

10/10 Excellent

"Very good"

Dongdaemun Stay Garden

10/10 Excellent

"It was great"

Hotel Atrium Seoul Jongno

8/10 Good

"It's a perfectly reasonable place to stay in korea. There aren't many extras, but the room is clean and gives you a place to sleep and keep your luggage. Hotel staff pretty much ignores you until you engage."

Anook Hotel & Spa Seoul Jongno Anguk 2nd

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel is extremely high value for the price. If you just need a place to sleep, the price is reasonable - plus you get access to their gym, spas, and breakfast features. For the same price as many hotels just give a room and a shower. I will absolutely stay there again."

Star Hostel Dongdaemun Suite

8/10 Good

"In a good location, decent amenities"

HotelArrive Seoulful

10/10 Excellent

"Big room. Close to metro station."

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Hakchon Green Theatre

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Museum of Korean Straw Handicrafts

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Dongsoong Arts Center

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Kokdu Museum

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Robot Museum

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Mokkumto Gallery

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Daehangno Arts Theater

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Choi Sunu House

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Hyehwamun Gate?

Hyehwamun Gate is located in a culturally rich 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 59 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

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

Snowflower Guesthouse is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this guesthouse offers free breakfast and private yards. It's located just a short 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Hyehwamun Gate. Other good choices close by include Friendly DH Naissance Hotel by Mindrum Group and Orakai Daehakro Hotel, BW Signature Collection.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Hyehwamun Gate?

Expedia has 59 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Hyehwamun Gate.

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

Yes! Most hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals available near Hyehwamun Gate.

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

To access more information about changing or cancelling your stay near Hyehwamun Gate, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Hyehwamun Gate?

Seoul National University Hospital, National Museum of Korean Contemporary History, and Seoul Museum of Art feature captivating exhibits. Bukchon Hanok Village, Changgyeong Palace, and Changdeokgung Palace are some of the local landmarks to explore. You can check out the local talent at Myeongdong Nanta Theatre, Myeongdong Theater, and Seoul Namsan Gugakdang.

How can I get to Hyehwamun Gate?

Take advantage of metro transit at Gwanghwamun Station, Jonggak Station, and Gyeongbokgung Station. If you'd like to explore around the surrounding area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.

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Our top choices for Hyehwamun Gate hotels

1. PungGyeong, Korea Traditional House

2. Dongdaemun Stay Garden

3. Orakai Daehakro Hotel, BW Signature Collection

4. BlueDuck Hotel

5. Hotel Skypark Kingstown Dongdaemun

6. Urbanstay Boutique Ikseon

7. Hanok Hotel DAAM

8. glue Hotel

9. Hotel Tradiup by the Designers

10. ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong

11. MJ HOTEL JONGNO

12. Arirang Hill Hotel Dongdaemun

13. JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul

14. Hotel DALSTAIR Seoul Jongno

15. Hotel Yaja Jongno

16. Mayplace Seoul

17. Friendly DH Naissance Hotel by Mindrum Group

18. R Guesthouse Jongmyo

19. Star Hostel Dongdaemun Suite

20. Simple Stay Jongro

Compare popular hotels close to Hyehwamun Gate

Top Hyehwamun Gate Hotel Reviews

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

Arirang Hill Hotel Dongdaemun

NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

Dongdaemun Stay Garden

Hotel Atrium Seoul Jongno

Anook Hotel & Spa Seoul Jongno Anguk 2nd

Star Hostel Dongdaemun Suite

HotelArrive Seoulful

Other attractions near Hyehwamun Gate

Hakchon Green Theatre

Museum of Korean Straw Handicrafts

Dongsoong Arts Center

Kokdu Museum

Robot Museum

Mokkumto Gallery

Daehangno Arts Theater

Choi Sunu House

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