Donghwa-dong Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

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Lotte World

4/5(66 reviews)

Have a fun-filled day at Lotte World and see why people love this theme park in Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.

Lotte World
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Myeongdong Street

4.5/5(26 reviews)

When you visit Myeongdong Street, a popular shopping spot in Seoul, you can search for that perfect souvenir. Visit the shops and charming cafes in this culturally rich area.

Myeongdong Street
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Lotte World Tower

4.5/5(22 reviews)

Lotte World Tower is just one of the places to see in Seoul, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Lotte World Tower
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Gyeongbokgung Palace

4.5/5(122 reviews)

Find out about the history of Gyeongbokgung Palace, a well-known monument in Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.

Gyeongbokgung Palace
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Starfield COEX Mall

4/5(29 reviews)

You can enjoy some retail therapy when you visit Starfield COEX Mall, a favourite shopping spot in Seoul. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Starfield COEX Mall
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Gwanghwamun

4.5/5(20 reviews)

Find out about the history of Seoul when you take a trip to Gwanghwamun. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.

Gwanghwamun

Top hotels in Donghwa-dong

Toyoko Inn Seoul Yeongdeungpo
Toyoko Inn Seoul Yeongdeungpo
3 out of 5
293, Singil-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
The price is €58 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
€58
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,037 reviews)
"it was a good experience."

Reviewed on 28 May 2024

Toyoko Inn Seoul Yeongdeungpo
Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong
Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong
4 out of 5
15, Namdaemun-ro 5-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is €72 per night from 17 Jun to 18 Jun
€72
per night
17 Jun - 18 Jun
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"I really loved this hotel! It was in a great location (walking distance to plenty of restaurants and shopping stores) and it was right next to the airport limousine stop! The room and bathroom was clean. Also, having the bidet was nice. They have a coin laundry within the hotel and they stored my ..."

Reviewed on 21 May 2024

Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
4 out of 5
36, Sejong-daero 11-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is €90 per night from 4 Jun to 5 Jun
€90
per night
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,095 reviews)
"Comfortable stay."

Reviewed on 2 Jun 2024

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong
LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong
4 out of 5
362, Samil-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul
The price is €146 per night from 26 Jun to 27 Jun
€146
per night
26 Jun - 27 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,766 reviews)
"Great walkable location."

Reviewed on 24 May 2024

LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong
Lotte Hotel Seoul
Lotte Hotel Seoul
5 out of 5
30, Eulji-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul, Seoul
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €257 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
€257
per night
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,494 reviews)
Room condition
"Service was great! and great location. However, the furnitures in the room seem old and dated. They need to updated. I stayed on 22nd floor."

Reviewed on 30 May 2024

Lotte Hotel Seoul
Grand Hyatt Seoul
Grand Hyatt Seoul
5 out of 5
322, Sowol-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is €282 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
€282
per night
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Stay at this spa hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
Incredible
"Exceptional. Hospitality was beyond amazing, loved my room with the river view, I’m missing it already haha. Loved it so much, everytime I come seoul I will definitely come back to Grand Hyatt. Thank you so much!"

Reviewed on 29 May 2024

Grand Hyatt Seoul
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Other neighbourhoods around Donghwa-dong

Dongdaemun History & Culture Park which includes a city as well as a small group of people

Gwanghui-dong

While you're in Gwanghui-dong, take in top sights like Migliore Mall and jump on the metro at Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station to see more of the city.

Gwanghui-dong
Dongdaemun Design Plaza which includes modern architecture as well as a couple

Jung-gu

4.5/5(263 area reviews)

Myeongdong Street and Namdaemun Market are top sights in Jung-gu, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Euljiro 4-ga Station or Chungmuro Station to see more sights in the area.

Jung-gu
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Dongdaemun-gu

4/5(7 area reviews)

You might enjoy the shopping while in Dongdaemun-gu. Gyeongdong Market is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Yongdu Station or Jegi-dong Station to see more of the city.

Dongdaemun-gu
Myeongdong featuring shopping, street scenes and a city

Myeong-dong

Enjoy the popular shops in Myeong-dong. Myeongdong Street is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Myeong-dong Station or Euljiro 1-ga Station to see more of Seoul.

Myeong-dong
Insadong showing art and interior views

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong

While you're in Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, take in top sights like Insa-dong or Jogyesa Temple, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Anguk Station or Jongno 3-ga Station.

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong
Insadong showing shopping as well as a small group of people

Insa-dong

Insa-dong is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Insa-dong and Cheonggyecheon while in the area.

Insa-dong

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