Holiday Inn Gwangju by IHG

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Holiday Inn Hotels & Resorts
8.5 (482 reviews)
55, Sangmunuri-ro, Seo-gu , Gwangju , kr

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean and comfortable rooms
Friendly and helpful staff
Good breakfast options
Cons:
Higher than expected prices
Some amenities lacking
Cleanliness not consistently high

Categories

Cleanliness
8.08
Generally clean but some reviews noted a need for improvement in certain areas.
Service
9.05
Staff received positive remarks for their friendliness and helpfulness.
Location
8.09
Conveniently located near public transport but slightly outside the city center.
Room Quality
8.54
Rooms are comfortable with good bedding quality.
Amenities
8.07
Basic amenities available; some reviews mention lack of convenience items.
Value for Money
8.53
Pricing was noted to be on the higher side relative to some amenities offered.
Food and Beverage
9.08
Breakfast buffet was praised for its diversity and quality.
Overall Experience
8.55
Overall experience was positive despite some minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 03:25

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation with Stunning Views
Holiday Inn Gwangju offers a 5-star experience overlooking the beautiful 5.18 Freedom Park. Enjoy the convenience of being just a 5-minute drive from Gwangju Airport.

Relaxation and Wellness Amenities
Indulge in the indoor pool, sauna facilities, and fitness center during your stay. Unwind and rejuvenate in style at Holiday Inn Gwangju.

Culinary Delights and Event Spaces
Savor authentic Western and Korean cuisine at the Hourglass restaurant. Host successful meetings and banquets in the large banquet halls or meeting rooms available.

Experience luxury and comfort at Holiday Inn Gwangju - book your stay now for an unforgettable getaway!

Important information:

Please note that the fitness centre, swimming pool, and sauna are closed on 19/11/2024.

Please note that the fitness centre, swimming pool, and sauna are closed on the second Tuesday of every month.

The swimming pool is open from 17 July 2026 to 16 August 2026.
Please note that the swimming pool may close at any time between 12:00 and 13:00 due to a break time.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Swimming pool: Closed from Tue, Jul 14, 2026 until Tue, Jul 14, 2026
Swimming pool: Closed from Tue, Sep 8, 2026 until Tue, Sep 8, 2026
Swimming pool: Closed from Tue, Oct 13, 2026 until Tue, Oct 13, 2026
Swimming pool: Closed from Tue, Nov 10, 2026 until Tue, Nov 10, 2026
Swimming pool: Closed from Tue, Dec 8, 2026 until Tue, Dec 8, 2026
Swimming pool: Closed from Tue, Aug 18, 2026 until Tue, Aug 18, 2026
Sauna is closed from 2026-07-14 until 2026-07-14
Sauna is closed from 2026-09-08 until 2026-09-08
Sauna is closed from 2026-10-13 until 2026-10-13
Sauna is closed from 2026-11-10 until 2026-11-10
Sauna is closed from 2026-12-08 until 2026-12-08
Sauna is closed from 2026-08-18 until 2026-08-18
Fitness center is closed from 2026-07-14 until 2026-07-14
Fitness center is closed from 2026-09-08 until 2026-09-08
Fitness center is closed from 2026-10-13 until 2026-10-13
Fitness center is closed from 2026-11-10 until 2026-11-10
Fitness center is closed from 2026-12-08 until 2026-12-08
Fitness center is closed from 2026-08-18 until 2026-08-18
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 AM
Airport code: KWJ

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age stay for KRW 48,400 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 35.71
Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: Yes
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 482 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.08
Service: 9.05
Location: 8.09
Room Quality: 8.54
Amenities: 8.07
Value for Money: 8.53
Food and Beverage: 9.08
Overall Experience: 8.55
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delphine • extended_group • pt
10
2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Stevenapple • solo_traveller • au
10
My Amazing Stay in Gwangju
Pros:

Staff are really friendly and kind. The room and facilities are excellent.

Cons:

None

2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Soonhyun • family_with_children • kr
8
2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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Ebon • solo_traveller • ca
8
It was good enough
Cons:

The fan in the bathroom did not work so the whole room was a little damp

2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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Young Ok 영옥 • couple • kr
10
Pros:

위치가 너무 편리해요.
직원분들 무척 친절합니다.

2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
김 • extended_group • kr
8
2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Jinsook • family_with_children • kr
7
Pros:

쾌적하고 좋았습니다
위치와 뷰가 좋았습니다

Cons:

조식먹었는데 음식이 별로였습니다.
9시 이후에 갔는데 음식이 없는 것도 있고 메뉴와 다양성이 낮았습니다.

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Eileen • couple • ie
10
Superb hotel, great staff and food. Excellent value for money
Pros:

There is nothing negative I could say about the property. The room was a lovely size, bed was very comfortable. The staff were fantastic and incredibly good. Max, the manager was exceptionally helpful, thank you Max. Overall, it was a fantastic stay. The food was also gorgeous. It is not close to the Center of the city but it is close to a subway - approximately 8 minute walk and it is only a few stops from the Asian Culture Center. Plus, if you prefer to take a taxi, taxi fares are cheap and easy to get via the hotel or Uber . The neighborhood is nice and quiet and there are other good restaurants in the vicinity. We would definitely stay there again.

Cons:

It was just slightly out of town but that didn’t bother us.

2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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Jeonguk • family_with_children • jp
7
2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
C
Chingling • solo_traveller • tw
10
Cons:

衣櫥門上有細刺，被刺到手

2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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BOYOUNG • couple • kr
10
2026-05-12 • via Nuitee
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donghoon • couple • kr
6
김대중센터 길 건너에 위치
Pros:

김대중센터역에서 대로를 따라 걸어가면 쉽게 나옵니다. 5성급에서는 드물게 1층에 있는 편의점이 편했고, 맛의 고장답게 조식의 가성비가 높았습니다

Cons:

622호에 흡연자가 다녀간듯 묵은 담배냄새가 나서 힘들었습니다. 창문은 당연히 안열리지요. 방 이동이 귀찮았고 단 하루라서 참았습니다. 또한 USB 잭이 죄다 먹통이라 프론트에서 충전기를 빌렸습니다.

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
은영 • solo_traveller • kr
10
Pros:

방이 깔끔하고 넓고 가성비가 좋았습니다.

Cons:

1박 더 머무르고 싶었는데 만실이라 아쉬웠네요.

2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
최 • solo_traveller • kr
7
2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
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Sucheol Gil • solo_traveller • us
7
2026-04-23 • via Nuitee
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Jik-Soo • solo_traveller • kr
10
좋은 호텔
Pros:

그냥 머 아주 좋은 호텔

Cons:

별로 없음

2026-04-22 • via Nuitee
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Laura • solo_traveller • gb
7
Good gym, large rooms breakfast a bit basic quality
Pros:

Good well equipped gym
Spacious rooms

Cons:

Not the best location for down town restaurants
Breakfast not the best quality

2026-04-20 • via Nuitee
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Sung Bo • couple • ch
9
Pros:

조용하고 여러 공원들이 주변에 많아 산책하기도 위치적으로 좋음.

Cons:

사우나 편의시설을 이용하려면 따로 돈을 또 지불해야하는점과 피트니스 기구가 다소 아쉬움.

2026-04-17 • via Nuitee
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JAKYUNG • couple • kr
8
2026-03-29 • via Nuitee
수하 • family_with_children • kr
5
2026-03-22 • via Nuitee