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Holiday Inn Gwangju, an IHG Hotel

4.0 star property
Riverfront Gwangju hotel in Seo-Gu with 2 restaurants

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Indoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, sun loungers
Wine bar
Meeting facility
Front of property - evening/night
Suite, 1 King Bed (Top Floor) | Living area | 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Room service
  • Laundry
The price is AED 264
AED 320 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 January 2025

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
Refrigerator
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
  • 190 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed (Korea Theme) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Suite, 1 King Bed (Korea Theme)

Highlights

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

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

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

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

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed (Living Area) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Suite, 1 King Bed (Living Area)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 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
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
  • 127 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 57 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, Multiple Beds | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Premium Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

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

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Room amenity

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

Highlights

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

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

Premium Room, 2 Twin Beds

Highlights

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

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed

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

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Kimdaejoong Convention Center - 2 min walk
  • 5-18 Memorial Park - 2 min drive
  • 1913 Songjeong Station Market - 5 min drive
  • Gwangju-Kia Champions Field - 7 min drive
  • Gwangju Art and Culture Center - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Gwangju Songjeon Station - 9 min drive
  • Sangmu Station - 13 min walk
  • Gwangju (KWJ-Gwangju Intl.) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪나정상회 - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Hourglass Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪대광식당 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪무등산생고기 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪나주곰탕 - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Gwangju, an IHG Hotel

Upscale hotel near 5-18 Memorial Park
Located close to 1913 Songjeong Station Market, Holiday Inn Gwangju, an IHG Hotel provides a grocery/convenience store, a coffee shop/cafe, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Treat yourself to a massage, a body wrap, or Ayurvedic treatments at SPA SOBE, the onsite spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy brunch, lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a bar and a health club.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An indoor pool with sun loungers
  • Free self parking and valet parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and wedding services
  • ATM/banking services, luggage storage, and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 203 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches like air conditioning and bathrobes.
Other amenities include:
  • Down comforters and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and free tea bags/instant coffee

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Japanese, Korean

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired Internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired Internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • Free secured, covered valet parking on site
  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee daily 6:30 AM–10 AM: KRW 38500 for adults and KRW 19250 for children
  • 2 restaurants and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 1 bar
  • Room service available
  • Coffee/tea in common area(s)
  • Hosted evening meal available on Friday and Saturday for a fee

Restaurants on site

  • Hourglass Restaurant
  • La Place
  • Dionysos Cafe&Bar

Things to do

  • Fitness center
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • ATM/banking services
  • Banquet hall
  • Elevator
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Front-desk safe
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Conference center (20172 square feet of space)
  • Meeting rooms - 7

Outdoors

  • Pool sun loungers

Spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body treatments
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment room(s)
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Massage - deep-tissue
  • Massage - hot stone
  • Massage - prenatal
  • Massage - Swedish
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Spa open select days

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste

Entertainment

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

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Slippers
  • Turndown service

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property’s Fitness Center, 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.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from November 19 to November 19:
  • Fitness facilities
  • Sauna
  • Spa
  • Swimming pool
The following facilities are closed on Monday:
  • Full-service spa
The following facilities are closed on Sunday and Monday:
  • Bar/lounge

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for KRW 48400.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Service fee: KRW 11 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately KRW 38500 for adults and KRW 19250 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: KRW 48400.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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

We should mention

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Gwangju, an IHG Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–6:00 PM. The pool is closed seasonally each year from November 19 to November 19.

Is Holiday Inn Gwangju, an IHG Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Gwangju, an IHG Hotel?

Self parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Gwangju, an IHG Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Gwangju, an IHG Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Holiday Inn Gwangju, an IHG Hotel located?

Located in Seo-Gu, this spa hotel is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from 5-18 Memorial Park and within 6 mi (10 km) of 1913 Songjeong Station Market and Yangdong Market. Gwangju-Kia Champions Field and Gwangju Art and Culture Center are also within 6 mi (10 km). Sangmu Station is 13 minutes by foot.

Holiday Inn Gwangju, an IHG Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 593 out of 1003 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 294 out of 1003 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 67 out of 1003 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 1003 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1003 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

NAM HEE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

HYUNSOO

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very clean and beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Very clean and comfortable bed. Staff are nice
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Namjae

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

LIn, Seoul

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Zachariah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

KyungEun

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy place and walkable to dining places
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Terry

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Aircond doesnot worn
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

mira

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

SUNG JOON

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jo Ann

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

2/10 Terrible

Heather

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

ELLIS

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sunny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Glad to have stayed here - will come back for the excellent room, great location, kind staff service and good breakfast. Thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great all around
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service, friendly, polite staff, clean room, excellent breakfast options, close to public transport.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

SEUNGSANG

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stanley, Potomac

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and helpful staffs.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

YONG

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The breakfast buffet selection is fantastic. Great mix of Korean and international cuisine and menu
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023