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Discover well-known properties in Gwangju, South Korea that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 394 hotels in Gwangju, South Korea and price data was last updated on 29 March 2024. The average price for a hotel in Gwangju, South Korea is $81/night.
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6, Cheonbyeonjwa-ro 428Beon-Gil, Nam-gu, Gwangju, South Korea
Gwangju Guesthouse Arie-ne is located in Gwangju and features free Wi-Fi. It also offers meeting rooms, a 24-hour reception and an express check-in and check-out feature.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.5
Excellent
268 reviews
Location
7.1 km from city centre
226-11, Geumnam-ro, Dong-gu, Gwangju, South Korea
ACC Design Hotel is located in Gwangju and is close to the area's popular attractions. Only a short stroll from Gwangju Art Street, it provides comfortable rooms equipped with a refrigerator, free wireless internet access and slippers.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.2
Excellent
481 reviews
Location
7.0 km from city centre
28, songjeong-ro 1beon-gil, Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju, South Korea
This comfortable hotel in Gwangju offers complimentary wireless internet, as well as valet parking and a Jacuzzi. It also provides a 24-hour business centre, luggage storage and an express check-in and check-out feature.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.9
Excellent
361 reviews
Location
4.4 km from city centre
19, Guseong-ro 194beon-gil, Dong-gu, Gwangju, South Korea
Guest 145 is situated in Gwangju and features free Wi-Fi. Only a short walk from Chungjangno Street, it offers comfortable rooms equipped with a refrigerator and free wireless internet access.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.4
Excellent
646 reviews
Location
7.0 km from city centre
1250-2 Chipyeong-dong, Seo-gu, Gwangju, South Korea
Located in Gwangju, Bolton Hotel is an easy drive from Gwangju Biennale Hall and Chonnam National University. It is conveniently positioned for those wanting to visit local attractions.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.4
Excellent
315 reviews
Location
1.0 km from city centre
9-14, Dongnip-ro, Nam-gu, Gwangju, South Korea
The motel is located in Gwangju and is close to Gwangju World Cup Stadium. Guests also have access to complimentary Wi-Fi and on-site parking.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
6.3
Good
39 reviews
Location
5.9 km from city centre
5, Seoseok-ro 10Beon-Gil, Dong-gu, Gwangju, South Korea
Bentley Hotel Gwangju offers a comfortable setting when in Gwangju. Those staying at the property also have access to complimentary wireless internet and on-site parking.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.4
Excellent
544 reviews
Location
7.0 km from city centre
11, Jukbong-daero 78beon-gil, Seo-gu, Gwangju, South Korea
This comfortable hotel in Gwangju offers complimentary Wi-Fi, as well as a 24-hour reception and meeting rooms. It is a 10-minute drive from Chonnam National University and provides free private parking on site.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.7
Excellent
153 reviews
Location
4.3 km from city centre
47, Sangmubeonyeong-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju, South Korea
Dubai Business Hotel is located in Gwangju and offers free Wi-Fi. It is a 10-minute drive from Gwangju Biennale Hall and has free private parking on site.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.7
Excellent
378 reviews
Location
1.3 km from city centre
57-1, Imbangul-Daero 825Beon-Gil, Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju, South Korea
Top Cloud Hotel Gwangju provides a comfortable setting when in Gwangju. It is conveniently positioned for guests wishing to visit local attractions.
Free Wi-Fi
8.8
Excellent
162 reviews
Location
7.7 km from city centre

Tips for booking hotels in Gwangju, South Korea

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Cheapest month:January
Most expensive month:September
Average price in Gwangju:$81/night
Cheapest price found:$15/night
Cheapest day:Sunday
Most expensive day:Thursday
$76 - $89
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
$68 - $85
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.

Top-rated Gwangju, South Korea hotels

Browse through properties in Gwangju, South Korea that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 394 properties in Gwangju, South Korea and data was last updated on 29 March 2024.
Some of the very best Gwangju hotels as rated by our users. Be sure to read user reviews to learn why these hotels are among the highest rated.
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32, Amkor-ro, Buk-gu, Gwangju, South Korea
7.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$39
Avg. per night
46, Sangmuyeonha-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju, South Korea
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$23
Avg. per night
11, Gwangsan-ro 19beon-gil, Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju, South Korea
4.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$50
Avg. per night
55, Sangmunuri-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju, South Korea
0.4 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$101
Avg. per night
51, Sangmubeonyeong-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju, South Korea
1.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$42
Avg. per night
149, Sangmujayu-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju, South Korea
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$90
Avg. per night
60-37, Imbangul-Daero 826Beon-Gil, Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju, South Korea
7.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$41
Avg. per night

Cheapest hotels in Gwangju, South Korea

Discover affordable stays in Gwangju, South Korea that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Gwangju, South Korea can be found for as low as $23 per night. There is currently one property in Gwangju, South Korea that can be booked for this price. Gwangju Sejong Hotel is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Gwangju, South Korea. Price data was last updated on 29 March 2024
These are the lowest prices we've found on hotels in Gwangju at the moment. Prices can differ depending on the dates selected, so use the search form to browse more options if you have flexibility.
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30, Gyeongyang-ro 165Beon-Gil, Buk-gu, Gwangju, South Korea
6.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$23
Avg. per night
13, Jungang-ro 160Beon-Gil, Dong-gu, Gwangju, South Korea
6.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$30
Avg. per night
103, Sangmupyeonghwa-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju, South Korea
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$31
Avg. per night
35-6, Imbangul-Daero 801Beon-Gil, Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju, South Korea
7.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$37
Avg. per night
27, Naesang-ro 51beon-gil, Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju, South Korea
4.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$39
Avg. per night
Ssang Chon Dong 974-8, Seo-gu, Gwangju, South Korea
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$40
Avg. per night
12-1 Munhwajeondangro 23Beongil Donggu, Dong-gu, Gwangju, South Korea
7.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$42
Avg. per night
5, Guseong-ro 144Beon-Gil, Dong-gu, Gwangju, South Korea
6.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$42
Avg. per night

Hotel prices in Gwangju, South Korea

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Gwangju to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in Gwangju at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 29 March 2024.
Hotels located in the Gwangju area sorted by price and hotel class. You'll also find the most popular and best value properties within each hotel class.
2 stars
2 stars and under
6, Cheonbyeonjwa-ro 428Beon-Gil, Nam-gu, Gwangju, South Korea
9-14, Dongnip-ro, Nam-gu, Gwangju, South Korea
19, Guseong-ro 194beon-gil, Dong-gu, Gwangju, South Korea
3 stars
3 stars
226-11, Geumnam-ro, Dong-gu, Gwangju, South Korea
28, songjeong-ro 1beon-gil, Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju, South Korea
1250-2 Chipyeong-dong, Seo-gu, Gwangju, South Korea
4 stars
4 stars +
55, Sangmunuri-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju, South Korea
149, Sangmujayu-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju, South Korea

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Where to stay in Gwangju, South Korea

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Gwangju to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 29 March 2024.
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About Gwangju, South Korea

Home to poignant memorials, colourful markets and a vibrant arts culture, Gwangju is a lively town in the heart of South Jeolla. It’s renowned as the setting for South Korea’s pro-democracy uprising and lies on the doorstep of Mudeungsan Mountain National Park.

Things to do in Gwangju

Don’t miss the 5•18 Memorial Park, which remembers Gwangu’s 1980 pro-democracy uprising and is dotted with dramatic bronze sculptures. Learn about the nationalist events that took place at the exhibition hall, then follow the tree-lined walking trail that leads to a hilltop pagoda for sweeping panoramas of Gwangju.

Stroll along the aptly-named Art Street packed with galleries and studios where local artists showcase their paintings, ceramics and industrial pieces. It’s particularly atmospheric in the evenings and ignites each Saturday with an art flea market where you can pick up unique items, such as collector coins, folk drawings and calligraphy materials.

Want to shop with the locals? Head to the lively Yangdong Market, which takes place under Gwangjugyo Bridge on days ending in “2” and “7”. Everything from fresh produce to traditional goods and the latest fashions are on sale, while authentic Korean street food vendors serve up local delicacies.

Make a day trip to Mudeungsan Mountain National Park, known for its dramatic peaks and Buddhist temples, as well as being home to the Gwangju National Museum. Visit the Silla-era stone temple of Jeungsimsa that is nestled on its western slopes and stands as a symbol of Gwangju.

Getting around Gwangju

There are regular flights to both Seoul and Jeju from the Gwangju Airport, although most opt for the two-hour train journey that connects Gwangju with the capital. Subway and bus services access all corners of the city and taxis are readily available.

Facts about staying in Gwangju, South Korea

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Gwangju to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 29 March 2024.
  • What are the best hotels in Gwangju?

    Holiday Inn Gwangju, An IHG Hotel is a very popular hotel in Gwangju, with a score of 8.5 from 599 reviews. Acc Design Hotel (8.2 from 481 reviews) and Gwangju Aura Hotel (8.9 from 361 reviews) are also highly rated Gwangju hotels based on recent feedback from HotelsCombined users.

  • What is a good hotel near Chonnam National University?

    Byulbam Guesthouse is a hotel near Chonnam National University that is popular with HotelsCombined users, scoring 9.1 across 123 reviews.

  • What is a good hotel in Gwangju near Chungjangno Street?

    Acc Design Hotel is the hotel close to Chungjangno Street that is most recommended by HotelsCombined users, with 481 reviews rating it at 8.2/10.

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