Gwangju

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A mountainous landscape with dense green forests and a rocky cliff.
A mountainous landscape with autumn foliage, a stone ruin, and a distant cityscape.
Traditional Korean architecture with a pavilion, stone walls, and lush greenery.
A stone pathway leading up a stone wall, surrounded by lush greenery and traditional architecture.
A traditional Korean building with ornate architecture, a stone wall, and a clear blue sky.
Grand Hyatt Seoul

Grand Hyatt Seoul

5 out of 5
322, Sowol-ro, Yongsan-gu Seoul Seoul
The price is ￥60,659 per night from Aug 19 to Aug 20
￥60,659
￥73,397 total
Aug 19 - Aug 20
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Great hotel"

Reviewed on Aug 14, 2026

Grand Hyatt Seoul
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

4 out of 5
23-1 Eulji-ro 19-gil, Jung-gu Seoul
The price is ￥24,191 per night from Aug 30 to Aug 31
￥24,191
￥26,610 total
Aug 30 - Aug 31
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Myeongdong Street and Dongdaemun ...
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Fairfield by Marriott Seoul

Fairfield by Marriott Seoul

3 out of 5
870, GYEONGIN-RO YEONGDEUNGPO-GU Seoul
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ￥13,982 per night from Aug 18 to Aug 19
￥13,982
￥15,380 total
Aug 18 - Aug 19
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
Fairfield by Marriott Seoul
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Oakwood Premier Coex Center

Oakwood Premier Coex Center

5 out of 5
46, Teheran-ro 87-gil, Gangnam-gu Seoul Seoul
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,675 reviews)
"Great hotel in the business district of Seoul. Right next door there is a shopping mall and right next to that there is the airport shuttle pickup location. Very cheap and convenient way to get to Incheon international airport."

Reviewed on Aug 14, 2026

Oakwood Premier Coex Center
Orakai Insadong Suites

Orakai Insadong Suites

4 out of 5
18 Insadong 4-Gil Jongno-Gu Seoul Seoul
Stay at this aparthotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,672 reviews)
"Friendly staff, clean, convenient location"

Reviewed on Aug 14, 2026

Orakai Insadong Suites
Uljiro Co-Op Residence

Uljiro Co-Op Residence

3 out of 5
246, Eulji-ro, Jung-gu Seoul Seoul
Stay at this aparthotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,863 reviews)
"The rooms are always clean and feel so cozy. The staff spoke English and was able to create a fast and easy check in process."

Reviewed on Aug 14, 2026

Uljiro Co-Op Residence
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Stay near popular Gwangju attractions

Namhansanseong Fortress

Learn about the local history of Gwangju with a stop at Namhansanseong Fortress. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
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Things to do

Exclusive JSA Museum Experience and DMZ Tour from Seoul

Exclusive JSA Museum Experience and DMZ Tour from Seoul

￥7,821
per adult
Exclusive JSA Museum Experience and DMZ Tour from Seoul
DMZ Tour: Exclusive North Korean Defector Talk +Suspension Bridge

DMZ Tour: Exclusive North Korean Defector Talk +Suspension Bridge

￥6,040
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour: Exclusive North Korean Defector Talk +Suspension Bridge
From Seoul Ski Tour to Jisan Ski Resort Shuttle Service

Jisan Ski Resort from Seoul by Shuttle(Opt Winter Skiing Package)

￥6,225
per adult
Jisan Ski Resort from Seoul by Shuttle(Opt Winter Skiing Package)
Korean Folk Village and Suwon Hwaseong Fortress Day Tou

Korean Folk Village and Suwon Hwaseong Fortress Full Day Tour

￥11,096
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Korean Folk Village and Suwon Hwaseong Fortress Full Day Tour
Starfield Library

Day Tour of Suwon Hwaseong Fortress Starfield Waujeongsa Temple

￥8,771
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Day Tour of Suwon Hwaseong Fortress Starfield Waujeongsa Temple
Nami island and Hanbok Wearing and Waterfall from Seoul

Nami island and Hanbok Wearing and Waterfall from Seoul

￥7,857
per adult
Nami island and Hanbok Wearing and Waterfall from Seoul
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Cities near Gwangju

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