Hotel Banana  

On Gwangju’s riverwalk, a short drive from the city center (about 7 km) and steps from Ssangam Park and Kumho Family Land. Close to Gwangju National Museum and the Namdo Folk Food Museum—perfect for museum-hoppers and park-going families. Pet-friendly and riverfront vibes make it a handy base for exploring southern Gwangju.

The boutique-sized hotel features 36 air-conditioned rooms with varied interiors and a trendy, functional vibe. Rooms come with kitchens (fridge and microwave), pillowtop beds with Egyptian cotton sheets, queen sofa beds, 47-inch LCD TVs, deep soaking bathtubs, bathrobes and slippers—some rooms even offer in-room PCs and extra tech touches.

Stay connected with complimentary wired and wireless internet across the property, unwind in the massage/beauty room, or grab a drink at the on-site bar. Concierge and a tour desk can book local outings, staff can arrange transfers, and onsite parking plus free valet make arrivals easy—expect helpful, practical services and riverwalk mornings.

Complimentary high-speed (wired) internet and a business computer station are available, plus lobby newspapers and an optional train-station pick-up service for a surcharge.

A coffee shop/café is onsite and 24-hour room service keeps late plans alive; the hotel also hosts a complimentary daily reception to mingle. For local flavor, you’re a short ride from Namdo regional specialties and recommended neighborhood restaurants the staff can point you to.