Gwangju(Nam-gu)

Designated the ‘No. 1 Gwangju Metropolitan City Folk Material’ on March 20, 1989, the House of Lee Jang-woo is an upper-class, tile-roofed house with a gate, storeroom, servants’ quarters, detached building, and main building. Estimated to have been constructed in 1899, the house was originally owned by Jeong Byeong-ho, but has been primarily known as the House of Lee Jang-woo, the house’s current owner, since 1965.The L-shaped main hall of the historic building is rather large and consists of (left to right) a wooden verandah, a small room, a hall, the main room, a kitchen, and another small room. Doors that lead to ondol rooms (those heated by traditional Korean floor heating) are double doors with a sliding door on the inside and a hinged door on the outside. The hall has partitions that can be hung up as necessary. Overall, the house is a sturdy example of Korean architecture and remains well-preserved in its original state.


Gwangju(Gwangsan-gu)

The major gateway to the Honam area, Gwangju Airport is located about 5.8 kilometers to the west of Gwangju City Hall. The Gwangju Airfield was built in Hak-dong, Gwangju on November 16, 1948, and the first private aircraft (a DC-3) was operated there on February 10, 1949. The airport was moved to its current location on January 10, 1964, after which passenger services like the passenger terminal and taxiway were constructed. Since the 1990s, the airport has been operated by the Korea Airports Corporation and now consists of a passenger terminal, a freight terminal, a runway, a taxiway, a parking ramp, and parking facilities with space for up to 933 cars.


Gwangju(Seo-gu)

Tourist Hotel Masters, located in Gwangju, offers modern facilities, quality customer service, and modern guestrooms with an array of design concepts. For the convenience of guests, the hotel provides a comfortable business center in the lobby and offers traditionally brewed German beer and live music at “Munchen Brauhaus.” There is also a coffee shop from which you can take in the scenic view of Gwangju while slowly sipping your drink.


Gwangju(Dong-gu)

Palace Tourist Hotel features 33 Western-style and 9 Korean-style guestrooms, and several convenience, entertainment and dining facilities. It serves as a transportation hub, as a train station, an express bus terminal and an airport are all within a 30-minute drive.


Gwangju(Nam-gu)

Hotel Prado is located in the center of the new downtown area of Gwangju, where romance and aesthetics prevail. It is an ideal location for guests who wish to experience Namdo’s delicious food culture or visit Gwangju’s historical sites.


Gwangju(Seo-gu)


Gwangju(Dong-gu)

Opened in 2004, Hotel Mudeung Park is a five-star hotel located at the foot of Mt. Mudeung. Situated in a leisure town measuring an impressive 495,000m², the hotel is one of the representative hotels of Gwangju and is known for its high-quality facilities and services. Whether it be a Korean-style room or a Western-style room, each guestroom at Mudeung Park is the epitome of refinement, offering a spacious room layout and all the comforts of home. Royal Suite rooms and Corner Suite rooms—some of the finest guestrooms at the hotel—offer a particularly luxurious experience. In addition to its posh guestrooms, Hotel Mudeung Park offers a myriad of facilities including a convention hall, a banquet hall, a business center, restaurants, a wine bar, a driving range, a bowling alley, a hot spring sauna, and an observatory with a panoramic view of downtown Gwangju.


Gwangju(Dong-gu)

Situated in Mt. Mudeung, Shin Yang Park Hotel is a destination recommended for those who wish to get away from the city and relax among beautiful natural surroundings. Guests can enjoy a panoramic view of Gwangju City from the hotel and explore Mt. Mudeung by following the hiking trail next to the hotel. Located close to the Hanam Highway and the 2nd beltway, the hotel offers easy access (20-30 minutes driving distance) to some of the primary locations of Gwangju City (airport, express terminal, convention center, and Gwangju Biennale). Shin Yang Park Hotel has 87 guestrooms: 50 Western-style rooms, 27 Korean-style rooms, and 13 simple but beautiful suites. On the 6th floor guests will find a Chinese restaurant and bar where they can enjoy a clear view of Gwangju. On Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays the hotel offers a buffet, which has become so popular that there is always a long line each time it opens. Other amenities include a banquet hall equipped with the latest lighting and audio equipment, beam projectors, and moving lights, making it a perfect place for guests to hold special events. Of particular note among the hotel facilities is its fitness center, the only membership fitness center in Gwangju. The fitness center boasts free aerobic, yoga, and swimming classes for members and state-of-the-art fitness facilities like a 5-lane swimming pool and a sauna. Health club members can also receive a 50% discount when using the golf driving course and enjoy discounts on hotel room rates and meals.


Gwangju(Dong-gu)

Located at the center of Gangju, cultural capital of Korea, Hotel Hiddink Continental was built at the birthplace of the famous musician Jung Yul Sung, one of the 3 greatest Chinese revolutionary music composers. In 2002, the hotel also had the privilege of hosting the Taeguk Warriors, led by Guus Hiddink, who made it into the World Cup semifinals that same year. Related items and souvenirs are still on display at the hotel, commemorating the team's glorious accomplishment. In addition to a panoramic view of Sajik Park and Mudeungsan Mt., Hotel Hiddink offers a variety of modern amenities such as a business salon, jjimjilbang sauna, sky lounge, jazz bar, sports massage center, and arcade. Guestrooms are also equipped with modern comforts such as high-speed internet, a mini bar, morning call and room services, and international calling services. Hotel Hiddink has established itself as a prime facility for special occasions and offers state-of-the-art banquet hall facilities and catering services for weddings, engagement ceremonies, baby’s 1st birthday parties and other important family gatherings. Nearby points of interest include the ‘Asia Culture Complex’ and ‘Food Streets.’