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Where to stay in Seoul

Jongno and Insadong for the palaces and old Seoul, Myeongdong for shopping and central transport, Hongdae for nightlife and a younger crowd.

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The best areas

Jongno and Insadong

Walkable to the palaces, Bukchon and Gwangjang Market, with hanok guesthouses; quiet and early to bed at night.

Hotels in Jongno and Insadong

Myeongdong

Central and well connected by subway, with shopping and street food on the doorstep; crowded and noisy every evening.

Hotels in Myeongdong

Hongdae

Students, live music and late bars near Yeonnam and Mangwon; fun to visit, noisy to sleep in, and a ride from the palaces.

Hotels in Hongdae

Where to stay for each itinerary

Seoul in 3 days

Stay in Jongno or Insadong to walk to the palaces on day 1, with a short subway ride to Myeongdong and Hongdae.

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