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Hotel Stay 53

3.0 star property
Boardwalk/promenade hotel with free valet parking and a 24-hour front desk

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Lobby lounge
Deluxe Twin Room, 1 Bedroom (Styler) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, desk
Free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers
Reception hall
Front of property

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
6, Sangmuyeonha-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju, 61963
  • 5-18 Memorial Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Kimdaejoong Convention Center
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Gwangju-Kia Champions Field
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Gwangju (KWJ-Gwangju Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

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Room options

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Deluxe Twin Room, 1 Bedroom (Styler)

  • 398 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

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Premium Room (Styler, Mac morning set Included)

  • 398 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room (Styler)

  • 495 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room, 1 Bedroom (Styler, Mac morning set Included)

  • 398 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 Bedroom (Styler)

  • 398 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Bedroom (Styler, Mac morning set Included)

  • 355 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Economy Single Room, 1 Bedroom

  • 249 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Bedroom (Styler)

  • 355 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Gwangju

Located in Seo-Gu within a short walk of Kimdaejoong Convention Center, Hotel Stay 53 is within a few miles (5 km) of other popular sights such as Gwangju World Cup Stadium. Each of the 53 rooms at this 3-star hotel includes a sitting area, a refrigerator, and a coffee maker.

What's nearby

  • 5-18 Memorial Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Kimdaejoong Convention Center - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Guus Hiddink Stadium - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Gwangju-Kia Champions Field - 6 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • 1913 Songjeong Station Market - 7 min drive - 4.2 miles

Getting around

  • Sangmu Station - 4 min walk
  • Gwangju Station - 6 min drive
  • Gwangju (KWJ-Gwangju Intl.) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪장흥한우 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪행복식당 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪징기스 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪88대패삼겹 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪caffe izzo - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Stay 53

Boardwalk/promenade hotel with free valet parking and a 24-hour front desk
Guests staying at Hotel Stay 53 enjoy free WiFi in public areas, express check-out, and a reception hall. If you drive, take advantage of free valet parking. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with tours or tickets, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Additional amenities include a water dispenser and a vending machine.
50-inch flat-screen TVs come with digital channels and pay movies, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and pillow menus, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include sitting areas, refrigerators, and coffee makers.

Languages

English, Korean

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: KRW 6,000 for adults and KRW 6,000 for children

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • On a lake
  • On the boardwalk/promenade

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 9 floors
  • Built in 2015
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Free local calls
  • Heated floor
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: noon
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: KRW 20000
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Disposable personal items, such as toothbrush, toothpaste, and razors are available at the front desk (surcharge).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • One child 5 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately KRW 6000 for adults and KRW 6000 for children
  • Late check-out fee: KRW 20000 (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-noon
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Hotel Stay 53 Gwangju
Stay 53 Gwangju
Stay 53
Hotel Stay 53 Hotel
Hotel Stay 53 Gwangju
Hotel Stay 53 Hotel Gwangju

Frequently asked questions

What can I see near Hotel Stay 53?

This hotel is situated in Seo-Gu within a short 9-minute walk of 5-18 Memorial Park and also 17 minutes on foot from Uncheon Reservoir. You'll also find Guus Hiddink Stadium and Yangdong Market within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Stay 53?

As of May 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Stay 53 on May 29, 2025 start from $57.23, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available on site at Hotel Stay 53?

Yes, valet parking and self parking are offered for free at the hotel.

Does Hotel Stay 53 feature a casino at the property?

No, Hotel Stay 53 doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel Stay 53?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Hotel Stay 53 good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside hotel include premium bedding, heated floors, and free Internet access.

Does Hotel Stay 53 have a hot tub?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel feature private spa tubs.

Does Hotel Stay 53 have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Hotel Stay 53 offers a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will Hotel Stay 53 allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hotel Stay 53.

Are there connecting rooms at Hotel Stay 53?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Hotel Stay 53?

The closest major airport to Hotel Stay 53 is Gwangju (KWJ-Gwangju Intl.), which is 2.9 mi away (9 minutes by car). Another top airport is Mokpo (MWX-Muan Intl.), which is around 28.2 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Hotel Stay 53?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Hotel Stay 53.

Hotel Stay 53 Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 128 out of 282 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 94 out of 282 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 282 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 282 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 282 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location near the train station and buses Very warm in the room Good breakfast option and common room nice rooftop terrace The machine at check-in didn't accept our Hotels reservation number and none was sent to us by email, so if we had checked in 15 min later, we would have been stuck, as the employee would no longer have been there and had forgotten to send it to use, so make sure you have received a code for auto check-in
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 15 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Adam

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

4/10 Poor

Venkata

Business traveler
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Service is really BAD. Very Disappointed....

First of all, I'm very disappointed with the service. when I see a hotel has breakfast service, I expect that from hotel itself but not from McDonald's. Even from McDonald's they have only two options which is hamburger or pancake. I don't understand, how everyone can choose from only these two options. imagine a guy like me who don't eat beef or pork, so we need to go with pancakes which I never had before, anytime. If they are getting this breakfast from McDonald's , I would expect them to mention online clearly which I don't see it anywhere. I don’t want to go to office With empty stomach, I decided to try pancakes. When I got the pancakes they are very cold. I requested to get my breakfast around 7:30 AM and until I went down at 8:30 AM and ask them “hey where is my breakfast” then they told me to wait for 10 more minutes to get my breakfast. Anyway, I am very disappointed with the service.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk was helpful in a lot of ways. Due to a language barrier they were good at having a translating app available and they would call us a taxi each time it was needed. Breakfast was provided free of charge across the street. The room was clean and well equipped with supplies. The fridge is very tiny so really not able to store extra food in it.. It was located in an area where there were many shops and restaurants that were easy to walk to.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

6/10 Okay

Chul hee

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

6/10 Okay

Becca, UK

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Good location...

Nice business hotel in a great location, shame about terrible bathroom setup.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Above average business hotel in central Gwangju. Comfortable bed, pillows not so. Any amenities you must ask front desk. Good on site parking.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

2/10 Terrible

SUN WOO

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

cheap but terrible service !

I had terrible experience at this place. firstly it's hard to say hotel. The overall service was awful and room doesn't have proper ventilation system so I can still smell the cigarrett from previous guest. The cleaner came and open our room without any notifiction in the 9am in the morning and didn't even say sorry. I will never ever stay this place again!

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean, Modern and the right price

The place was very clean, but I didn't like the brown gold bath robes. The bathroom had an open tub and closed shower and toilet for if you were sharing. They provided everything you need for face toner to shampoo to lotion. They also parked your car and was very up to date on technology.

8/10 Good

Emmanuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Rooms - very neat, and the crew - friendly, polite andfirm.

10/10 Excellent

Chi Young

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chi young

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

YEON UNG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Hyunchul

Business traveler
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

HYUNSEOK

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

HYUNSEOK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

JINHYUCK

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

ChoungWook

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

YONG

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sungsil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024