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A multi-story hotel with a modern facade, multiple balconies, and a parking area in front.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the city.

A spacious gym with cardio machines, weightlifting equipment, and large windows providing natural light.

A rooftop swimming pool with a view of a cityscape at dusk.

1. Gwangju H1 Hotel

Buk-gu, 1.3 km from Gwangju Folk Museum

Dr. Kim

€43

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a large window with blinds, and a green birdcage on the table.

A multi-story hotel with a red facade and a sign in a foreign language.

A modern hotel room with a white console table, a flat-screen TV, a small refrigerator, a kettle, and a framed picture on the wall.

A bathroom with a toilet, sink, and mirror.

2. Gwangju Tourist Hotel

Buk-gu, 1.5 km from Gwangju Folk Museum

Jake

€67

includes taxes & fees

5 Sept - 6 Sept

A modern kitchen area with a counter displaying packaged snacks and a coffee machine.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a flat-screen TV, and a large window with curtains.

A reception area with a reception desk labeled "INFORMATION," a trash bin, and a door with a red emergency light.

A hallway with a fire extinguisher, a sign, and an elevator.

3. EG STAY hotel

Buk-gu, 2.7 km from Gwangju Folk Museum

MINHWAN

€51

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A modern hotel room with a bed, desk, chairs, and a TV.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a visible minibar.

A spacious indoor area with a carpeted floor, several tables and chairs, and potted plants.

4. Brown Dot Hotel Sinan

Buk-gu, 2.3 km from Gwangju Folk Museum

Karina

€28

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, wooden floor, a brick wall, and a white door.

A reception desk with a wooden finish, a digital screen, and a coffee machine.

A self-service breakfast area with a wooden counter, coffee machines, and storage cabinets.

A compact, modern washing machine in a wooden cabinet with a built-in sink.

5. HOTEL Yeogiuhtte Gwangju Station

Buk-gu, 3.1 km from Gwangju Folk Museum

S. Paul

€34

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a glass-enclosed shower, and a wooden headboard.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a glass partition separating the living area from a bathroom.

A modern staircase with metal railings, potted plants, and a tiled floor leading to a room with a bed.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a kitchen area with wooden cabinets and a refrigerator.

6. Biennale Hotel

Buk-gu, 1.3 km from Gwangju Folk Museum

Moziah

€41

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A cozy reading nook with a wooden table, cushions, a large teddy bear, and a bookshelf filled with books.

A multi-story building with a sign indicating it is a guest house.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and various kitchen appliances.

A compact workspace with a wooden desk, white chair, and a small shelf with potted plants.

7. New Gwangju Guesthouse

Buk-gu, 3.2 km from Gwangju Folk Museum

소희

€27

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

8. Gwangju Grand Maison Baobab Hotel

Buk-gu, 3 km from Gwangju Folk Museum

€50

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A modern lobby with a reception desk, a large potted plant, and a staircase.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a round coffee table, a comfortable armchair, and a view of tall buildings through large windows.

A modern office with three desks, each with a computer monitor, and a 'Staff only' door.

A modern hotel entrance with a prominent sign, a staircase leading up to the doors, and well-lit surroundings.

9. Hotel Hive Inn

Gwangsan-gu, 5.4 km from Gwangju Folk Museum

Youngsil

€44

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A modern lobby with a sofa set, a small table, and a bookshelf with books.

A modern hotel room with a large flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a small round table, a sofa, and a built-in wardrobe with a mirror.

A modern hotel room with a dark blue accent wall, a flat-screen TV mounted above a wooden console, a massage chair, a sofa, and a round table.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, armchair, bedside tables, and a bed.

10. Hound Hotel Gwangju Cheomdan

Gwangsan-gu, 5.1 km from Gwangju Folk Museum

JOONGHO

€43

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a dining area with a long table and chairs, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A parking garage entrance with a clear OUT and IN sign, a directional sign, and a parking space number 128.

A hotel reception desk with a modern design, a digital screen above it, and a potted plant to the right.

A spacious lobby with a large potted plant, a wall-mounted light fixture, and a modern elevator.

11. CS Hotel

Seo-Gu, 5 km from Gwangju Folk Museum

Daniel

€57

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A building with vertical light strips and signage in Korean.

A corridor with red walls, a polished floor, and framed artwork.

A spacious conference room with a long wooden table, multiple chairs, and a television screen.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a separate sofa, a glass coffee table, a vanity with a mirror, and a bathroom with a bathtub.

12. Hanam 1st Business Hotel

Gwangsan-gu, 8.1 km from Gwangju Folk Museum

John

€31

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a balcony with plants.

A modern bathroom with a marble sink, a large potted plant, and a view of the city through large windows.

A modern room with a marble floor, a glass shower enclosure, a white cushioned seating area, and a large window offering a view of the city.

A modern bathroom with a marble sink, a glass shower enclosure, and a potted plant.

13. ACC Design Hotel

Dong-Gu, 4.7 km from Gwangju Folk Museum

Seungyong

€59

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A nighttime cityscape with illuminated buildings, a river, and a park with trees.

A modern interior with a sofa, chairs, and potted plants.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A balcony with a metal table and chairs, overlooking a cityscape with modern buildings.

14. Boutique Hotel Wine

Seo-Gu, 5 km from Gwangju Folk Museum

Edgar

€43

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a laptop, a small table with a candle, and a brick-patterned wall.

A hotel entrance with a modern design, featuring a geometric ceiling pattern and potted plants.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

A modern kitchen with a marble floor, a built-in oven, a coffee machine, and a flat-screen TV.

15. Gwangju Awesome Boutique Hotel

Nam-gu, 5.9 km from Gwangju Folk Museum

€34

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A modern lobby with a large fish tank, a glass railing, and a purple wall with butterfly designs.

A hotel room with a bed, a small table with chairs, a door, and a wall-mounted coat rack.

A hotel room with a desk, a television, a telephone, and a kettle.

A building entrance with a sign reading "삼무빌" and "아시아스쿨".

16. Motel Sangmu Gwangju

Seo-Gu, 4.6 km from Gwangju Folk Museum

chang

€25

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a large window offering a city view.

A modern bathroom with a toilet, a shower with a handheld showerhead, and a soap dispenser on a shelf.

A room with a round wooden table, two chairs, one beige and one blue, and a small table to the left.

A hotel entrance with a sign indicating 'OUT PARKING IN' and a parking garage entrance.

17. Hotel Summit

Gwangsan-gu, 8.3 km from Gwangju Folk Museum

Jojo Soh

€41

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern building with a sign for 'Madrid Business Hotel' and a 'Parking' entrance.

A modern hotel corridor with elevators, a polished floor, and a clean, contemporary design.

A hotel room with a washing machine, a vanity with a mirror, a wooden chair, and a bed.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, a TV, and a bed.

18. Madrid Hotel Gwangju

Gwangsan-gu, 10 km from Gwangju Folk Museum

Chelsey

€50

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

A modern hotel reception area with a glass entrance, a reception desk, and a computer setup.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a table, and a lamp.

A modern cafe interior with a counter, menu board, seating area, and potted plants.

A modern hotel corridor with a polished marble floor, a glass elevator, and a dark elevator door marked with the number 602.

19. Gwangju Aura Hotel

Gwangsan-gu, 10.1 km from Gwangju Folk Museum

Andrew

€53

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a small table, and a chair.

A hotel entrance with a prominent sign reading "HOUND HOTEL" and a parking sign indicating a 5-6 meter parking space.

A hotel reception area with a modern design, including a reception desk, seating area, and artwork on the wall.

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a white picket fence, and a decorative tree under string lights.

20. Hound Hotel Sangmu

Seo-Gu, 5.1 km from Gwangju Folk Museum

Taylor

€47

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Gwangju Folk Museum

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Gwangju H1 Hotel	9.0 Wonderful 263 reviews	View
Gwangju Tourist Hotel	9.0 Wonderful 103 reviews	View
EG STAY hotel	9.0 Wonderful 10 reviews	View
Brown Dot Hotel Sinan	8.8 Excellent 65 reviews	View
HOTEL Yeogiuhtte Gwangju Station	8.8 Excellent 60 reviews	View

Top Gwangju Folk Museum Hotel Reviews

BREEV GWANGJU by LOTTE HOTELS(formerly Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Gwangju)

10/10 Excellent

"The breakfast service is very good."

CS Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Helpful staff, great room"

ACC Design Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great location. Clean, and helpful staff"

Holiday Inn Gwangju by IHG

8/10 Good

"Hotel was quite far from other areas and the convenience store at the bottom of the hotel was not that well stocked. But the hotel was clean and the room was of a decent size for 2 people."

Gwangju H1 Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice room and facilities. Loved it."

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Jungoe Park

8.8/10 (6 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Jungoe Park, a lovely green space in Gwangju. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.

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Gwangju National Museum

9.2/10 (15 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Gwangju National Museum during your trip to Gwangju. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.

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Gwangju Art and Culture Center

8.2/10 (51 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Gwangju Art and Culture Center during your stay in Gwangju. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.

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Gwangju-Kia Champions Field

8.4/10 (20 reviews)

Catch an event at Gwangju-Kia Champions Field during your trip to Gwangju. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.

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Namdo Folk Food Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Namdo Folk Food Museum during your travels in Gwangju. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.

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Yangdong Market

7.4/10 (42 reviews)

During your trip to Gwangju, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Yangdong Market. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.

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May 18th Memorial Cultural Center

Enjoy an outing to May 18th Memorial Cultural Center during your stay in Gwangju. Visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Gwangju Student Education & Culture Center

Enjoy an outing to Gwangju Student Education & Culture Center during your stay in Gwangju. Visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Gwangju Folk Museum?

Gwangju Folk Museum is located in an area of Gwangju that travellers like for its shopping. You'll find 99 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay near Gwangju Folk Museum?

Gwangju H1 Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers an outdoor pool and free parking. It's located just a short 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Gwangju Folk Museum. Other good choices close by include Biennale Hotel and Gwangju Tourist Hotel.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Gwangju Folk Museum?

Expedia has 99 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Gwangju Folk Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Gwangju Folk Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals near Gwangju Folk Museum.

What can I see and do near Gwangju Folk Museum?

Chosun University Museum of Art, Gwangju National Museum and Namdo Folk Food Museum feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Explore landmarks like 5.18 Democracy Square, House of Lee Jang-woo and Missionary's House of Wilson. Spend some time wandering around 5-18 Memorial Park, Damyang Marsh and Jungoe Park.

How can I get to Gwangju Folk Museum?

If you're taking a train to the area, Gwangju Station is the closest station to Buk-gu. There may not be many public transport options to choose from near Gwangju Folk Museum so consider a car rental to maximise your time.

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Our top choices for Gwangju Folk Museum hotels

1. Gwangju H1 Hotel

2. Gwangju Tourist Hotel

3. EG STAY hotel

4. Brown Dot Hotel Sinan

5. HOTEL Yeogiuhtte Gwangju Station

6. Biennale Hotel

7. New Gwangju Guesthouse

8. Gwangju Grand Maison Baobab Hotel

9. Hotel Hive Inn

10. Hound Hotel Gwangju Cheomdan

11. CS Hotel

12. Hanam 1st Business Hotel

13. ACC Design Hotel

14. Boutique Hotel Wine

15. Gwangju Awesome Boutique Hotel

16. Motel Sangmu Gwangju

17. Hotel Summit

18. Madrid Hotel Gwangju

19. Gwangju Aura Hotel

20. Hound Hotel Sangmu

Compare popular hotels close to Gwangju Folk Museum

Top Gwangju Folk Museum Hotel Reviews

BREEV GWANGJU by LOTTE HOTELS(formerly Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Gwangju)

CS Hotel

ACC Design Hotel

Holiday Inn Gwangju by IHG

Gwangju H1 Hotel

Other attractions near Gwangju Folk Museum

Jungoe Park

Gwangju National Museum

Gwangju Art and Culture Center

Gwangju-Kia Champions Field

Namdo Folk Food Museum

Yangdong Market

May 18th Memorial Cultural Center

Gwangju Student Education & Culture Center

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