Find Historic Hotels in Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong

You’re likely already making plans to see the historical sites during your vacation in Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong. And take some time to discover the other places of interest while you’re in the area.

Based on our travel expertise, The Prima Hotel Jongno is a top hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features free WiFi and parking. Bukchon Hanok Village is a short 17-minute walk away. A couple of other options close to historic sites include Nine Tree Premier Hotel Insadong and AMID HOTEL SEOUL.

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong is home to 116 hotels and other accommodations bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong is notable for landmarks like Changgyeonggung Palace, Gwanghwamun Plaza, and Changdeokgung Palace. Cultural venues include National Museum of Korean Contemporary History, Alive Museum Insadong, and Tteok Museum. In the area, you’ll also find Lotte World and Bukchon Hanok Village.

Guests who book a historic hotel can sleep in a place that has a national historic designation. A castle, stately home, palace or even a pub, lodge, old police station, or skyscraper can be considered a historic hotel as long as it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features are typically found in the public spaces and guestrooms of these historic hotels in Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, giving a historical feel.

You’ll often hear the term “heritage hotel” in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is a term often used in the U.S. overall though the terms are similar. The building and architecture of historic hotels tend to be what’s most important. For a heritage hotel, it’s mainly the cultural value along with how it shaped the community.

Hotels include modern conveniences and safety features you expect to find, while every effort is made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the amenities found in a hotel should be available at a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, don’t worry that you’ll find yourself staying at a place that is rundown or uncomfortable.