Enjoy your visit to Gwangju with a stay at Empire Tourist Hotel. Guests can indulge in Thai massages and enjoy Japanese cuisine at Hemi, which is open for lunch and dinner.
Languages
English, Korean
At a glance
Hotel size
43 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 AM
Express check-in/out available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Korean breakfast (surcharge) on weekday mornings 7:00 AM–8:00 AM
Restaurant
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Mosquito nets
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Cable TV channels
Films for purchase
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Fan
Electric kettle
Dressing gowns
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Turndown service
Premium bedding
What to enjoy
In-room massage
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Deep-soaking bath
Shower/bath combination
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Laptop-friendly workspace
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Fridge
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Access via exterior corridors
Special features
Dining
Hemi – This restaurant specialises in Japanese cuisine and serves lunch and dinner.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Korean breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately KRW 10000 per person
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on-site.
This property accepts credit cards.
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Empire Tourist Gwangju
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Frequently asked questions
Does Empire Tourist Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Empire Tourist Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Empire Tourist Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Empire Tourist Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 AM. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Empire Tourist Hotel and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include Gwangju National Museum (4 mi) and Jungoe Park (4.4 mi), along with Yangdong Market (6.7 mi) and Gwangju Art Street (7.6 mi).
Are there restaurants at or near Empire Tourist Hotel?
Yes, Hemi offers Japanese cuisine.
Does Empire Tourist Hotel have rooms with private hot tubs?
Yes, each room has a deep-soaking bath.
What's the area around Empire Tourist Hotel like?
Empire Tourist Hotel is in Gwangsan-gu, a short 8-minute walk from Ssangam Park.
Empire Tourist Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
6 Oct 2023
This was one of the nicest hotels we’ve stayed in and it was only $68 USD a night!
I’ve paid more than $68 USD in taxes/fees at other hotels!
John
John, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 Aug 2020
It was amazing
Clearness was excellent
Everything was very good
Hee kak
Hee kak, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
27 Jun 2020
The hotel is very nice and the staff was wonderful! The bed was the traditional hard mattress and not very comfortable. You have a choice between a Korean or Continental style breakfast. There are many restaurants, shops, and things to do in the immediate area. The one major complaint we had was the air conditioner drained into the bathroom. This is not unusual in Korea but the water did not run straight to the drain; it pooled around the drain and we had a pool of water in the bathroom by the sink and toilet.
Gary
Gary, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 Jul 2019
Hotel empire tourist stay
It was a good stay, the staff was able to speak in English and were very helpful. They were available all the time. Have free parking
Neha
Neha, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 Jan 2019
Excellent
Verified traveller
1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
29 Oct 2018
Terrible check in
Actually, room is clean.what is the problem? I booked the twin beds room but they just gave me the standard room ...
Verified traveller
1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
6 Oct 2024
매우 만족한데 한가지 아쉬웠던건
주차가 편리 했으면 만점인데 조금 아쉬웠어요
jong ku
jong ku, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
5 Oct 2024
Jung sik
Jung sik, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
3 Jul 2024
Cheon Seog
Cheon Seog, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
26 May 2024
Inchul
Inchul, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
22 Dec 2023
Cheon Seog
Cheon Seog, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
30 Nov 2023
편리함
Cheon Seog
Cheon Seog, 1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
29 Nov 2023
좋아요
CO LTD
CO LTD, 1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
9 May 2023
Cheonseog
Cheonseog, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 Jan 2023
숙소 깨끗하고 타워주차시설이 있어 가성비 좋습니다
Myun
Myun, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 Dec 2022
eunsil
eunsil, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 Oct 2022
CheonSeog
CheonSeog, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 Sept 2022
seokgon
seokgon, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
4 Jul 2022
byungyun
byungyun, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
17 May 2022
SU JIN
SU JIN, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
2 Jun 2021
일단 주차장이 좀 협소하고 주변이 상가,유흥가라 좀 시끄러워요
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
15 Jan 2021
깔끔하고 직원분도 친절하세요
그런데 오래되서 그런지 환기를 해도 담배냄새는 안빠져요 화장실 냄새도요
제가 냄새에 민감해서..그리고 스타일러 사용했더니 빨래 안빤 구리구리한 냄새가 옷에 배겨서 아주 별로에요
보일러는 따뜻해서 좋았어요 대신 침대는 딱딱합니다
Yun Jeong
Yun Jeong, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 Dec 2020
jonghyuk
jonghyuk, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
19 Nov 2020
주차문제
주차가 너무 불편하였음, SUV차량은 더욱 주차하기 힘듬! 조식은 코로나 때문인지 전날 메뉴를 정해야 먹을 수 있다고 함.