8.0 Very Good Based on 1568 reviews
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"Rooms feature large, soft beds, with three bottles of water replenished daily. The lobby sits on the 8th floor, overlooking a Buddhist temple. Squarely aimed at urban explorers, much less at anyone requiring quiet plumbing."

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2 Sept 2026
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3 Sept 2026
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2

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Why guests choose Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myeongdong

  • Historic District
    Jongno-gu location
  • Buffet Breakfast
    8th-floor Cafe
  • Health Club
    Varied equipment
  • Subway Access
    5 stations nearby
  • 24-Hour Front Desk
    Currency exchange
  • Samsung Group
    Shilla heritage

Overview

Offering a shared lounge and recreational facilities, the 4-star modern Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myeongdong Seoul hotel is nestled in the Jongno-Gu district of Seoul, approximately a 20-minute walk from the rebuilt Namdaemun City Gate. Located right around the corner from Gwanghwamun Square, the hotel boasts international cuisine served at the onsite à la carte restaurant.

Nestled 0.3 miles from National Museum of Korean Contemporary History, this Seoul hotel is 1.3 miles from Gwangjang Traditional Market. The Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myeongdong is situated just a 6-minute stroll from Talbang Store and steps away from Jonggak subway station. Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Gyeonghoeji Pond, which is 0.8 miles away. Guests can visit historical sights, including Unhyeongung Royal Residence, located 17 minutes by foot from this property, and learn more about Seoul. The Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myeongdong is 550 feet from Jogyesa Temple bus stop and 1.2 miles from Seoul train station in Seoul.

The hotel has 422 rooms with a seating area. WiFi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels along with tea and coffee-making facilities are provided. Ironing facilities and air conditioning are featured for guests' comfort. The private bathrooms have a bidet, a separate toilet, and a shower, along with bathrobes and towels. The rooms at Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myeongdong hotel offer views of the town.

Each morning, the accommodation serves a buffet breakfast. A lounge bar is available on site. Coffeeology is situated within easy reach of this hotel.

  • Check-in
    from 15:00 until 23:59
  • Check-out
    until 12:00
  • Hotel class
    4 stars
Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myeongdong
Our tips

Should you book Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myeongdong?

Perfect if you
  • want a room with a city view - the hotel offers rooms with city views.
  • want to walk to subway stations - Jogye Temple, Jonggak, Gwanghwamun and Anguk stations are all within a 10-minute walk.
Maybe skip if you
  • need to travel with a pet - the hotel does not allow pets.
Best for
  • a location rated 9.3 by recent guests

Facilities of Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myeongdong

General
  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • 24-hour security
  • Lift
  • Currency exchange
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
Dining
  • Electric kettle
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
Leisure & Sports
  • Fitness centre
Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myeongdong Guest Services
  • Housekeeping
  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Room Amenities
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities
  • Bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathroom telephone
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Direct dial telephone
  • AM/FM alarm clock
  • Carpeted floor

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Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myeongdong applies these conditions to all bookings.
Check-in / Check-out
Check-in
from 15:00 until 23:59
Check-out
until 12:00
Important info
License numberNo. 2015-000006
  • Children and extra beds
  • There are no extra beds provided in a room.
  • There are no cribs provided in a room.

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Children:

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