Gwangju accommodation from NZ$111

25 kilometres from the main part of Gwangju is the Hotel the May. Alternatively, the Raventree Resort Gapyeong is located 35 kilometres away. Another possibility is to book a room at the Bohemian Pension or the Hotel Heimat.

After you've cruised Gwangju for a while, be sure to set aside a couple of days to explore Gyeonggi's numerous other charms. Explore the traditional villages, old towns and fortresses in Gyeonggi. Outdoorsy types can also make the time to admire its beaches and coastal plains. In this region of South Korea, visitors may also enjoy snowboarding.

The closest accommodations in Gyeonggi are Suwon and Oeseo. Suwon is 30 kilometres to the southwest of Gwangju, while Oeseo is 40 kilometres to the north of Gwangju. Suwon hotels are the Hotel Castle and Belamie Hotel. Oeseo apartments are the Kensington Resort Cheongpyeong and Dolgorae Resort.

Just because you are far from home, doesn't mean you can't enjoy your obsession for sporting events. You'll find Seoul World Cup Stadium 40 kilometres to the northwest of Gwangju. Want to stay near the action? The Stanford Hotel Seoul and the LAVILLA HOTEL could both be ideal.

Gimpo International Airport is the nearest preferred airport and is located 45 kilometres from central Gwangju. Hotels close to Gimpo International Airport are the Lotte City Hotel Gimpo Airport and the Mayfield Hotel & Resort.