Daehangno

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Sungkyunkwan University uses the name of the old royal Confucian academy (Romanized as Seonggyungwan, though Sungkyunkwan is an alternative ad-hoc Romanization and used for the university's name). It was the official academy of the Neo-Confucian Joseon Dynasty, founded in 1398, and its modern incarnation as a university dates back to 1946. Currently, Sungkyunkwan University is affiliated with the Samsung Business Group. Its curriculum remains Confucian, and it is often at the forefront of movements to oppose and undo modern liberal social reforms, such as the 2008 change to the vital records registry that replaced old Confucian family census registers with a more modern one (and eliminated special rights reserved for "head of household," a status only married men were eligible for) as well as the 2005 marriage law changes that eliminated the ban on marriage between people of same surnames (the ban was a major headache in a country that is 22% Kim and 45% Kim/Lee/Park). Sungkyunkwan's school motto is Humanity, Righteousness, Propriety, Wisdom (仁義禮智/인의예지), which would better be translated to "Pursue Truth and Embody Social Justice."
Sungkyunkwan University uses the name of the old royal Confucian academy (Romanized as Seonggyungwan, though Sungkyunkwan is an alternative ad-hoc Romanization and used for the university's name). It was the official academy of the Neo-Confucian Joseon Dynasty, founded in 1398, and its modern incarnation as a university dates back to 1946. Currently, Sungkyunkwan University is affiliated with the Samsung Business Group. Its curriculum remains Confucian, and it is often at the forefront of movements to oppose and undo modern liberal social reforms, such as the 2008 change to the vital records registry that replaced old Confucian family census registers with a more modern one (and eliminated special rights reserved for "head of household," a status only married men were eligible for) as well as the 2005 marriage law changes that eliminated the ban on marriage between people of same surnames (the ban was a major headache in a country that is 22% Kim and 45% Kim/Lee/Park). Sungkyunkwan's school motto is Humanity, Righteousness, Propriety, Wisdom (仁義禮智/인의예지), which would better be translated to "Pursue Truth and Embody Social Justice."

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Orakai Daehakro Hotel, BW Signature Collection

Orakai Daehakro Hotel, BW Signature Collection

3.5 out of 5
180, Yulgok-ro, Jongno-gu Seoul Seoul
The price is P5,305 per night from Mar 3 to Mar 4
P5,305
P5,836 total
Mar 3 - Mar 4
includes taxes & fees
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9.2/10 Wonderful! (657 reviews)
Great stay at Orakai Hotel. The room was spacious, clean, and very comfortable, and the staff were polite and helpful throughout my stay. Excellent location with easy access to transportation, cafes, and shops. Would definitely stay here again.

Reviewed on Jan 26, 2026

Orakai Daehakro Hotel, BW Signature Collection
Grand Hyatt Seoul

Grand Hyatt Seoul

5 out of 5
322, Sowol-ro, Yongsan-gu Seoul Seoul
The price is P9,039 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
P9,039
P10,938 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
includes taxes & fees
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8.8/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
Such a lovely way to start our adventure in Korea. The view was stunning, food amazing and the service kind and engaged.

Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026

Grand Hyatt Seoul
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

4 out of 5
23-1 Eulji-ro 19-gil, Jung-gu Seoul
The price is P5,597 per night from Mar 2 to Mar 3
P5,597
P6,157 total
Mar 2 - Mar 3
includes taxes & fees
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9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,101 reviews)
Best hotel of my trip! The room was spacious and clean. There’s an oven/microwave, kettle, and fridge. The bed was pretty good and the shower and toilet were clean. Luggage storage is paid, but ultimately it’s not that expensive if limited to less than 24 hours. Food delivery to the hotel is easy ...

Reviewed on Feb 15, 2026

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ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

4 out of 5
36, Sejong-daero 11-gil, Jung-gu Seoul Seoul
The price is P9,364 per night from Feb 24 to Feb 25
P9,364
P10,301 total
Feb 24 - Feb 25
includes taxes & fees
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9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,319 reviews)
Clean and spacious room, very friendly staff. Will stay again!

Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026

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Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station

Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station

4 out of 5
76, Chungjeong-ro, Seodaemun-gu Seoul Seoul
The price is P4,598 per night from Mar 2 to Mar 3
P4,598
P5,057 total
Mar 2 - Mar 3
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8.6/10 Excellent! (1,780 reviews)
Everything was good enough.

Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026

Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

4 out of 5
362, Samil-daero, Jung-gu Seoul
The price is P5,997 per night from Mar 2 to Mar 3
P5,997
P6,597 total
Mar 2 - Mar 3
includes taxes & fees
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8.8/10 Excellent! (2,925 reviews)
Most of the staff specifically the ladies were very friendly. Clean rooms, location.

Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
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Other neighbourhoods around Daehangno

Injeongjeon Hall at Changdeokgung Palace, Seoul, South Korea

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong

If you're spending time in Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, check out sights like Insa-dong or Gwangjang Market and hop on the metro to see more the city at Anguk Station or Jongno 3-ga Station.

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong
I came across the Jungbu dried fish market quite by accident, and it was exactly that..a huge market selling mostly dried fish. Many vendors were giving away free samples. I thought it was good, tasting kind of like beef jerky!

Euljiro-dong

While you're in Euljiro-dong, take in top sights like Chungmu-ro or Cheonggyecheon, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Euljiro 4-ga Station or Euljilo 3-ga Station.

Euljiro-dong
Insadong which includes shopping as well as a small group of people

Insa-dong

Travelers come to Insa-dong for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Insa-dong and Cheonggyecheon while you're in town.

Insa-dong
I didn't go inside the plaza, but was intrigued by this giant silver jelly bean of a building.

Gwanghui-dong

While you're in Gwanghui-dong, take in top sights like Migliore Mall and jump on the metro at Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station to see more of the city.

Gwanghui-dong
Dongdaemun Design Plaza which includes modern architecture as well as a couple

Jung-gu

4.5/5(50 area reviews)

Travelers love Jung-gu for its popular shops, and you can see more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Euljiro 4-ga Station or Chungmuro Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Myeongdong Street and Chungmu-ro.

Jung-gu
Gwangjang Traditional Market showing signage

Jongno-gu

4.5/5(13 area reviews)

Jongno-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Sejong Cultural Center and Gwanghwamun Square. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Gwanghwamun Station or Jonggak Station.

Jongno-gu


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