We recommend arriving a few days early to enjoy the sights and food in Seoul before making your way to the ceremony on Saturday night.
The biggest international airport near Seoul is the Incheon Airport (ICN), which is about 1 hour away from the city center.
The Seoul metropolitan government has a helpful guide on how to get from Incheon Airport to the city center.
Map - Due to policy-related issues, Google Maps works very poorly in Seoul. We recommend downloading Naver Map before your trip to Seoul. It comes in English and will offer you much more accurate location and travel information.
Taxis - You can call taxis via Uber or the Kakao T app. All Seoul taxis accept payment by credit card, the T-Money travel card, and cash.
Public Transport - Seoul is a very walkable city, and public transport is fast, clean, and safe. All subways and buses are cashless. You must use a travel card. Here is a simple guide on where you can get a travel card and how to use it.
On this page, we've listed a few 5-, 4-, and 3- star hotels 10 to 15 minutes by car to the venue.
If hotels aren't your jam, Airbnb is also a popular choice in Seoul. For a deeper cultural experience, we highly recommend searching for "Hanok" (traditional Korean house) Airbnb stays.
A 5-star hotel widely considered the most premium in Seoul. (10 minutes from venue by car)
A 5-star hotel near Gwanghwamun and the Gyeongbokgung Palace. (15 minutes from the venue by car)
A 4-star hotel in the Myeongdong area, a bustling but slightly touristy part of Seoul great for a spot of shopping. (10 minutes from venue by car)
A 4-star hotel in the Myeongdong area, a bustling but slightly touristy part of Seoul great for a spot of shopping. (10 minutes from venue by car)
A 3.5-star hotel in the Myeongdong area, a bustling but slightly touristy part of Seoul great for a spot of shopping. (10 minutes from venue by car)
A 3-star hotel in the Myeongdong area, a bustling but slightly touristy part of Seoul great for a spot of shopping. (10 minutes from venue by car)