Holiday Inn Gwangju  

In the cultural heart of Gwangju, directly across from the Kimdaejoong (KDJ) Convention Center and minutes from 5·18 Memorial Park, Guus Hiddink Stadium and the Gwangju Art & Culture Center. Easy access to Gwangju Airport, Songjeong KTX Station and the Express Bus Terminal makes this a business-friendly city-center hotel.

An art-forward, modern hotel lit by Alian Guilhot with world-class artworks greeting guests in the lobby. The 205 rooms are spacious and bright — natural light pours through 999 windows inspired by Mt. Mudeung — and include refrigerators, minibars, 40-inch LCD TVs, safes, desks and private bathrooms with bidets and hair dryers.

Relax in a sun-drenched indoor pool, unwind in the sauna or indulge at a luxury spa touted as the best in southwestern Korea. Stay active in a 24-hour, state-of-the-art fitness center, browse on-site gift shops and enjoy 24-hour room service and a top-floor bar with city views.

Wired and wireless internet are available, with high-speed wired access offered (surcharge). A business center, seven event spaces, custom catering and expert planners support flawless meetings and conferences—ideal given the hotel’s doorstep location to the KDJ Convention Center.

La Place Grill & Bar on the top floor offers creative course dinners with skyline views. Dionysos Café & Bar serves specialty coffees, fresh pastries, afternoon tea sets and a curated wine selection. Hourglass Restaurant presents a sumptuous buffet featuring local, seasonal ingredients, plus two coffee shops and a bar/lounge with 24-hour room service.