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Holiday Inn Gwangju, an IHG Hotel

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

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Indoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, pool loungers
Meeting facility
Wine bar
40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV
Front of property – evening/night

Reviews

9,0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Connecting rooms available
Main amenities
  • 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 center
For families
  • Children stay free
  • Rollaway/extra beds
  • Refrigerator
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
The price is R1 309
R1 583 total
includes taxes & fees
05 Jan - 06 January 2025

Room options

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Free toiletries, hair dryer, dressing gowns, 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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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, 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 duvets, 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 duvets, 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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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, 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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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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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, 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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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, 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 duvets, 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 duvets, 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 duvets, 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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R1 159 total
includes taxes & fees
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About the area

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 (KWJ-Gwangju Intl.) - 8 min drive
  • Mokpo (MWX-Muan Intl.) - 40 min drive
  • Gwangju Songjeon Station - 9 min drive
  • Gwangju Station - 16 min drive
  • Jangseong Station - 24 min drive
  • Sangmu Station - 13 min walk

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

Located near a train station, Holiday Inn Gwangju, an IHG Hotel 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 travelers love the helpful staff. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Sangmu Station is 13 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
    • 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

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Free bicycles nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

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

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • 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
  • Elevator
  • 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 comforter
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

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

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • 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 select days.

Dining

Hourglass Restaurant - This buffet restaurant serves lunch and dinner. A children's menu is available.
La Place - This wine bar serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required. Open select 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 check-out. 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 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

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, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, 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.
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, an IHG Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Holiday Inn Gwangju, an IHG Hotel 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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Holiday Inn Gwangju, an IHG Hotel?
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, an IHG Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Gwangju, an IHG Hotel?
Yes, there's free self and valet parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Gwangju, an IHG Hotel?
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, an IHG Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, hiking, and mountain climbing. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the indoor pool. Holiday Inn Gwangju, an IHG Hotel also has a sauna and a steam room.
Are there restaurants at or near Holiday Inn Gwangju, an IHG Hotel?
Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants.
What's the area around Holiday Inn Gwangju, an IHG Hotel like?
Holiday Inn Gwangju, an IHG Hotel is in Seo-Gu, a short 8-minute drive from Gwangju (KWJ-Gwangju Intl.) and 2 minutes' walk from Kimdaejoong Convention Center.

Holiday Inn Gwangju, an IHG Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9,0

Wonderful

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

10/10 Exceptional

SAPTARSHI, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent
Hyun Gum, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

KIHONG, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

HYUNSOO, 2-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The hotel is very clean and beautiful.
Brian, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very clean and comfortable bed. Staff are nice
Kristina, 1-night trip
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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 family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Laura, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

LIn, 1-night trip
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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
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10/10 Exceptional

Cozy place and walkable to dining places
KyungEun, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Jane, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Aircond doesnot worn
Terry, 2-night business trip
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8/10 Very good

mira, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor

2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

SUNG JOON, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Jo Ann, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Heather, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

ELLIS, 2-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Glad to have stayed here - will come back for the excellent room, great location, kind staff service and good breakfast. Thanks!
Sunny, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great all around
Rodney, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent service, friendly, polite staff, clean room, excellent breakfast options, close to public transport.
Joseph, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

SEUNGSANG, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location and helpful staffs.
Stanley, 1-night romance trip
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2/10 Poor

YONG, 1-night trip
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