Enjoy a slower pace of sightseeing — and perhaps even get in touch with your spiritual side — at Gilsangsa Temple. If you're able to go inside, why not hang around for a few moments of quiet meditation?

If you're planning to stick around a while in Seongbuk-gu, Gilsangsa Temple is an interesting place to start your exploring. This place of worship is one of numerous attractions that'll keep you busy here. Gyeongbokgung Palace, Dongdaemun History and Culture Park, and National Museum of Korea are also waiting for you close by.

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Hotel 8 Hours

Jung-gu

$1,411

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Dec 18 - Dec 24

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Los Angeles (LAX) to Seoul (ICN)

8.2/10 Very Good! (692 reviews)

Located in a very convenient location, easy access to metro and shopping areas

Reviewed on Jul 12, 2025

Sejong Hotel

Jung-gu

$1,533

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Dec 19 - Dec 24

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Los Angeles (LAX) to Seoul (ICN)

8/10 Very Good! (1,348 reviews)

Right around the corner from Myeongdong night market and shopping area. There’s also an Incheon shuttle bus that picks up 2 blocks from this hotel. The hotel itself is fair, nothing special but certainly does the trick.

Reviewed on Sep 28, 2025

Seoul Garden Hotel

Mapo-gu

$1,546

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Dec 19 - Dec 24

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Los Angeles (LAX) to Seoul (ICN)

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)

The hotel is older but spacious compared to other newer hotels nearby. Staff are nice and friendly, bur the room cleaning could be improved.

Reviewed on Sep 15, 2025

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