Superior King Room
- Air conditioning
Hotel · Seoul · Seoul Special City
Glocaloca Gwanghwamun Hotel - Seoul
On the 20th floor along Sejong-Daero, this hotel sits a 9-minute walk from Jogyesa Temple and offers straightforward rooms with city views.
- 9.0 guest rating from 58 reviews
- 9-minute walk to Jogyesa Temple
- Free Wi-Fi in public areas
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About
Glocaloca Gwanghwamun Hotel - Seoul
Glocaloca Gwanghwamun Hotel occupies the 20th floor of a building on Sejong-Daero in central Seoul, putting it within a 9-minute walk of Jogyesa Temple and offering views over the city. The property keeps things simple: rooms come with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, and free toiletries, while free Wi-Fi is available in public areas.
Guest ratings are consistently strong across the board, with the highest marks for its location (9.6) and staff (9.3), and a solid 8.9 for service and value. The hotel offers a range of room types, from Superior King to Deluxe Quadruple, and has a check-in window of 15:00 to 22:00.
- Free Wi-Fi in public areas
- Dining table
- Free toiletries
- Flat-screen TV
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
3 reasons to book- Excellent location near Jogyesa Temple — A 9-minute walk to the temple, and the location scores 9.6 — the highest of any category.
- Highly rated staff — Staff receive a 9.3 rating, reflecting consistent guest satisfaction with the service.
- Great value for the class — Value scores 8.9, while the overall rating is 9.0, suggesting a good balance of price and experience.
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Worth weighing
3 to weigh- No pets allowed — The hotel does not permit pets, so travelling with animals is not an option.
- Limited check-in window — Check-in is only from 15:00 to 22:00, which may be inconvenient for late arrivals.
- Minimal amenities — The listed amenities are limited to Wi-Fi in public areas, a dining table, toiletries, and a flat-screen TV — no mention of a fitness centre, pool, or on-site restaurant.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Deluxe Double Room
- Air conditioning
Deluxe Quadruple Room
- Air conditioning
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
General
- Free Wi-Fi in public areas
- Dining table
- Free toiletries
- Flat-screen TV
Rooms
- Air conditioning (all room types)
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03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 9/10 from 58 reviews
Booking.com · 9 · 0 reviews
04 — Location
Getting around Seoul
The property sits in Seoul.
Jogyesa Temple: A 9-minute walk from the hotel, this Buddhist temple is a cultural landmark in central Seoul.
20F, 135, Sejong-Daero, Jung-Gu, Seoul, Seoul Special City, 04519, South Korea
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.
- Check-in
- From 15:00-22:00
- Check-out
- By 11:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Property
- 30 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 15:00 to 22:00, and check-out is by 11:00.
Are pets allowed at the hotel?
No, pets are not allowed.
Is there free Wi-Fi?
Yes, free Wi-Fi is available in public areas.
What room types are available?
The hotel offers Superior King, Deluxe Double, and Deluxe Quadruple rooms, all with air conditioning.
How far is Jogyesa Temple?
It's a 9-minute walk from the hotel.
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The bottom line
A solid, well-located choice for travellers who value a central address and high staff ratings over extensive facilities.
9For a straightforward stay near Jogyesa Temple
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