Where to Stay in Seoul?

Selecting the perfect place to stay in Seoul hinges on the theme of your trip. The northern part of Seoul is ideal for delving into the city's historical sites, while those seeking a vibrant urban experience should venture towards the southern outskirts. Tailoring your choice to your travel preferences allows you to pinpoint the best location for your stay.

Myeongdong is a popular shopping district in Seoul that offers a variety of commercial areas at various price points. From department stores to Namdaemun Market, Myeongdong Shopping Street has a lot to offer for tourists. The area is particularly known for its cosmetics and duty-free shopping. Myeongdong is easily accessible from the airport and near popular attractions in Seoul, including Namdaemun and N Seoul Tower. All of this makes Myeong-dong a popular tourist destination.

- Travelers who love K-beauty and fashion - Travelers who enjoy duty-free shopping - Travelers whose top priority is transportation when booking accommodations - Travelers who want to visit cities near Seoul

Myeong-dong Shopping Street, Myeongdong Cathedral, N Seoul Tower, Culture Station Seoul 284, Sungnyemun Gate, Euljiro, Seoul City Hall

2 to 4-star hotels

Dongdaemun is home to Korea's largest fashion wholesale market and the mecca for people in the fashion industry. You can find all the latest fashion items in Korea at reasonable prices here. Dongdaemun is right next to Hyehwa and Jongno. Hyehwa has a large number of small theaters, making it an ideal location for watching plays. Visit Dongmyo and Gwangjang Market in Jongno to feel the atmosphere of an old town.

- Travelers who are into K-fashion items - Travelers who want to watch a theatrical play - Travelers who want to try various Korean foods at Gwangjang Market

Dongdaemun Market, DDP (Dongdaemun Design Plaza), Heunginjimun Park, Hyehwa, Nakseongdae Park, Gwangjang Market, Cheonggyecheon Stream

2 to 3-star hotels

Hongdae, Yeonnam-dong, Sinchon, and Mangwon-dong are popular hangouts for young people near Hongik University. You can experience youthful energy that lasts until late at night in Hongdae and Sinchon, where you'll find busking performances, bars, and clubs. Yeonnam-dong and Mangwon-dong, on the other hand, are popular among young Seoulites due to their chic coffee shops and boutiques.

- Travelers who want to follow the trends of young people in Seoul - Travelers who want to try the trendiest Korean food and desserts - Travelers who want to experience the nightlife of Korea

Streets around Yonsei University, Ewha Womans University and Hongik University, Yeonnam-dong Gyeongui Line Forest Park, and Mangwon Hangang Park

2-star hotels, guesthouses

Gwanghwamun Gate is a one-of-a-kind location that blends modernity and tradition. Korean palaces and high-rise buildings coexist peacefully in the city's heart, creating a tranquil atmosphere. Each neighborhood's atmosphere varies depending on the ratio of high-rise buildings to Hanoks (traditional Korean houses). Insa-dong is a great place to enjoy traditional tea, whereas Seochon and Bukchon are teeming with coffee shops and restaurants housed in renovated Hanoks.

- Travelers who want to walk around royal Joseon palaces in Hanbok (traditional Korean clothing) - Travelers who want to try traditional Korean tea - Travelers who want to experience the harmony of tradition and modernity

Gyeongbokgung Palace, Ikseon-dong, Insa-dong, Seochon, Bukchon, Gwanghwamun Gate, Seoul City Hall, Seoul Museum of Craft Art, National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art

2 to 4-star hotels, Hanok stay

Gangnam is a global location that encapsulates the beauty, luxury, and trends of Seoul. The vicinity around Gangnam Station is densely packed with various businesses, including fashion and dining establishments, making it an ideal place to enjoy South Korea's nightlife. Gangnam is also renowned as the epicenter of Korea's plastic surgery industry, as well as a popular tourist destination thanks to the Korea City Air Terminal in COEX. For high-end clothing shopping, the area around Garosu-gil is best known for its luxury brands and designer concept shops. It also has a slew of trendy coffee shops and restaurants frequented by Korean celebrities.

- Travelers who want to experience Seoul's club culture - Travelers who are interested in Korea's plastic surgery industry - Travelers who are interested in luxury brand shopping

Apgujeong Rodeo, Underground Shopping Center in Gangnam Station and Seoul Express Bus Terminal, Garosu-gil, COEX, Lotte World Tower, Lotte World

Business hotels and luxury hotels