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Holiday Inn Gwangju by IHG

4.0 star property
Riverfront hotel with 2 restaurants, near 5-18 Memorial Park

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Indoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, pool loungers
Wine bar
Front of property - evening/night
Suite, 1 King Bed (Top Floor) | Living area
Meeting facility
Near 1913 Songjeong Station Market, Holiday Inn Gwangju, an IHG Hotel offers a modern retreat with a grocery store and coffee shop. Guests rave about the helpful staff as they unwind at the indoor pool or indulge in spa treatments like body scrubs and detox wraps.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Connecting rooms available

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Health club
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • 24-hour business centre

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Rollaway/extra beds
  • Fridge
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
The current price is NZ$166
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun

Room options

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Free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers

Suite, 1 King Bed (Top Floor)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 190 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed (Korea Theme)

Suite, 1 King Bed (Korea Theme)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
  • 57 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed (Living Area)

Suite, 1 King Bed (Living Area)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 80 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony | Balcony

Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 127 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 57 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, Multiple Beds

Premium Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Room amenity

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe

Premium Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed

1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
55, Sangmunuri-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju, Gwangju, 502-827

What's nearby

  • Kimdaejoong Convention Center - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • 5-18 Memorial Park - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • 1913 Songjeong Station Market - 7 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Gwangju-Kia Champions Field - 7 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Gwangju Art and Culture Center - 8 min drive - 6.5 km

Getting around

  • Gwangju (KWJ-Gwangju Intl.) - 8 min drive
  • Mokpo (MWX-Muan Intl.) - 40 min drive
  • Gwangju Songjeong Station (XNJ) - 5 min drive
  • Gwangju Songjeon Station - 10 min drive
  • Gwangju Station - 19 min drive
  • Sangmu Station - 14 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪나정상회 - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Hourglass Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪대광식당 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪나주곰탕 - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪1960백선 청원모밀 - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Gwangju by IHG

Located near a train station, Holiday Inn Gwangju by IHG is a great choice for a stay in Gwangju. Guests can visit the spa to be pampered with deep-tissue massages, aromatherapy or Ayurvedic treatments, and Hourglass Restaurant, one of 2 restaurants, serves lunch and dinner. An indoor pool, a bar/lounge and a health club are other highlights. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: Sangmu Station is 14 minutes away.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Japanese, Korean

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 203 rooms
    • Arranged over 10 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age – 19
    • Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • This property’s Fitness Centre, Pool, Sauna is not available on the second Tuesday of every month.
    • Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
    • Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 19
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free secured, covered on-site self-parking
    • Free secured, covered on-site valet parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
    • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
    • On-site parking includes off-street options
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10 AM
  • Hosted evening meals each Friday and Saturday for a surcharge
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Room service (late night)
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)
  • Local/corner shop
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Free bikes nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 7 meeting rooms
  • Conference centre (20172 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Health club
  • An indoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Steam room
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Down duvet
  • Blackout curtains
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Free bottled water
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Spa

SPA SOBE has 3 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and Ayurvedic. The spa is open selected days.

Dining

Hourglass Restaurant – This buffet restaurant serves lunch and dinner. A children's menu is available.
La Place – This wine bar only serves dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required. Open selected days.
Dionysos Cafe&Bar – This café serves brunch, lunch, dinner and light fare. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Service fee: KRW 11 per accommodation, per night

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately KRW 38500 for adults and KRW 19250 for children

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from May 13 2025 to May 13 2025 (dates subject to change):
  • Fitness facilities
  • Sauna
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 13 May to 14 May:
  • Swimming pool
The following facilities are closed on Monday:
  • Full-service spa
The following facilities are closed on Monday and Sunday:
  • Bar/lounge

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for KRW 48400.0 per night

Parking

  • Parking height restrictions apply

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Gwangju Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn Gwangju
Holiday Inn Hotel Gwangju
Holiday Inn Gwangju Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Gwangju by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Holiday Inn Gwangju by IHG does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Holiday Inn Gwangju by IHG?

Yes, there's an indoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Gwangju by IHG?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Gwangju by IHG?

Yes, there's free self and valet parking. Electric car charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Gwangju by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon.

What is there to do at Holiday Inn Gwangju by IHG and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities such as cycling, hiking and mountain climbing. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the indoor pool. Holiday Inn Gwangju by IHG also has a sauna and a steam room.

Are there restaurants at or near Holiday Inn Gwangju by IHG?

Yes, there are 2 on-site restaurants.

What's the area around Holiday Inn Gwangju by IHG like?

Holiday Inn Gwangju by IHG is in Seo-Gu, a short 8-minute drive from Gwangju (KWJ-Gwangju Intl.) and 2 minutes' walk from Kimdaejoong Convention Center.

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Holiday Inn Gwangju by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable hotel in Gwangju

It is clean and a good size hotel room. The location is very accessible to other institutions for meetings. The breakfast was excellent to taste a variety of international food selections. Highly recommended.
Myung, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel is very clean and beautiful.
Brian, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good

Clean and quiet
Chan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean and comfortable bed. Staff are nice
Kristina, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent
Hyun Gum, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

As an American whp has mecer beem to Korea, booking this place was a perfectly happy accident. The food was actually top notch, the staff exceptionally helpful and the rooms immaculately clean. I will be back for my next visit
Zachariah, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

I liked it.
CHANG SEONG, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good
Yong bae, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good!
SANG ILL, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Everything is good except bathroom. A bathroom is not clean. Water did not drain well and the cleaning is not perfect. I saw mold in showeroom.
Namjae, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

GANGJIN, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

In Gyu, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

bongki, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

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Joonsung, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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GYOON SU, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Yonglan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

JUNGIL, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

SeungKyun, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

julie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

KWANGSIK, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

sungkyu, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sunjae, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jangyoung, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

JONGHYUN, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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