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UTOP Boutique Hotel & Residence

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A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, dark tiled walls, and a view of the city through large windows. - UTOP Boutique Hotel & Residence (Gwangju)
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall. - UTOP Boutique Hotel & Residence (Gwangju)
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a kitchenette. - UTOP Boutique Hotel & Residence (Gwangju)
A modern hotel room with a large window, a dining area, and a bed. - UTOP Boutique Hotel & Residence (Gwangju)
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UTOP Boutique Hotel & Residence provides a business center and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Business services

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View all photos for Deluxe Boutique Double [3PM Check in]

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a flat-screen TV, and a city view through large windows.

Deluxe Boutique Double [3PM Check in]

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • City view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Boutique Twin [3PM Check in]

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a large window with a city view.

Deluxe Boutique Twin [3PM Check in]

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Family Twin [3PM Check in]

A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a desk with a kettle, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

Deluxe Family Twin [3PM Check in]

  • City view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a city view, and a 'HAPPY' balloon decoration on the wall.

Suite (Party)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 57 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Futon

View all photos for Romantic Suite [3PM Check in]

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a window with curtains, and a view of the city.

Romantic Suite [3PM Check in]

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite Residence Double [3PM Check in]

A modern hotel room with a large window, a dining area, and a bed.

Suite Residence Double [3PM Check in]

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Seo-Gu, a neighborhood in Gwangju, UTOP Boutique Hotel & Residence is in a regional park. Missionary's House of Wilson and 5.18 Democracy Square are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Yangdong Market and Geumnam-ro Street. May 18th Memorial Cultural Center and Gwangju Student Education & Culture Center are also worth visiting. Visit our Gwangju travel guide
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53, Sicheong-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju, South Jeolla, 61949

What's nearby

  • 5-18 Memorial Park
    4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Uncheon Reservoir
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • May 18th Memorial Cultural Center
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Gwangju Student Education & Culture Center
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Kimdaejoong Convention Center
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Sangmu Station
    11 min walk
  • Gwangju Songjeong Station (XNJ)
    13 min drive
  • Gwangju (KWJ-Gwangju Intl.)
    11 min drive

Restaurants

  • 플로라
    2 min walk
  • Café DROPTOP
    2 min walk
  • CAFE PASCUCCI 상무DY
    2 min walk
  • 쿠우쿠우
    1 min walk
  • 프로간장새우
    2 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (KRW 10,000 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: KRW 25,000 for adults and KRW 12,500 for children

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • In a regional park

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Pay movies
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heated floor
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Washing machine
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property’s breakfast may be served a la carte instead of buffet-style.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately KRW 25000 for adults and KRW 12500 for children
  • Self parking fee: KRW 10000 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Frequently asked questions

Is UTOP Boutique Hotel & Residence pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for KRW 10000 per night.

What time is check-in at UTOP Boutique Hotel & Residence?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at UTOP Boutique Hotel & Residence?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is UTOP Boutique Hotel & Residence located?

Located in Seo-Gu, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of 5-18 Memorial Park, May 18th Memorial Cultural Center, and Gwangju Student Education & Culture Center. Uncheon Reservoir and Kimdaejoong Convention Center are also within 1 mi (2 km). Sangmu Station is 11 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

UTOP Boutique Hotel & Residence Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 608 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 246 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 80 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 1004 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The standard room was too small for two adults, so we upgraded to a suite which we were very happy with. We liked the fact that the hotel removed all the unnecessary amenities such as swimming pool, etc. and kept the price reasonable.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for only one night (2 adults, 2 children). Spacious (suite) with separate room for the kids (futons). We were able to check in earlier, which was very nice. Washing machine but no dryer (also no drying rack), therefore we did not use the machine. Some cutlery would have been nice (not even teaspoons available), microwave a nice touch.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Their breakfast was mediocre. Sits on a great location. Only couple minutes from Lotte Market.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and great establishment, beautiful views from the rooms definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly cooperative staff, modern clean room.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only stayed for one night but the room was cozy, clean, and comfortable! It’s about a 15 minute walk from the bullet train station so be mindful of that if you’re hauling around luggage, the sidewalks are not luggage friendly. Overall, a great hotel in a great area with a lot of local food nearby! Would stay again for longer whenever I return to Korea.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
The rooms are much smaller than shown in the pictures. The lunch buffet was good.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was good.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff members were very kind and helped guests a lot
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was good to drink tea in the morning because there was a balcony and it was good to have an emart right downstairs I should have checked out an hour late, but there was no problem. It was soundproofed well.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay at UTOP. My room was practically a spacious two bedroom apartment. UTOP provided several amenities enabling a comfortable atmosphere. I would book again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Area is quiet except for military jets flying overhead close to restaurants, transportation and offices has a lot of bars if your into that overall great rates. No freebies need to purchase them
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great hotel, friendly and super service by staff

This is really a comfortable hotel. Staff is very friendly with a great service provided. Room looked like the pictures and was very clean and neat. Terrace was a great plus. It had also a movable frame with net against bugs and mosquitos. For this we could sleep with the door open en have fresh air. Location is great, in a posh upscale area with lots of bars and restaurants. Also the nightlife scene is around but was no disturbance for us. Overall best hotel we had in south Korea price quality wise.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent modern property. Even though the room was small, they did an excellent job fitting everything into the space with plenty of storage, kitchen, sink, large fridge, closet, etc. all modern equipment. Bidet was better than most hotels. No complain in functionality despite the small space. The only complains are: (1) noise insulation, can hear neighbors (2) heated floor seemed to take temperature above thermostat temperature, we had to turn on the AC
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our 6 day stay. The washing machine and air-con worked so well. There were no strange noises and the coil bed was so comfortable. We slept well every night. The bathroom had a bidet which was helpful. The room itself was probably the usual size here but for us it just was enough. We had 4 bags and we had to shuffle things around whenever we opened one. Although no laundry detergent nor kitchen detergent (we supplied our own) it was still good. We also went to local Daiso (best stocked one so far on our trip) at Lotte Mart MAXX across street for done light camping dishes and cups (we brought our own chopsticks). Lotte Mart was also good for discounted sushi and sashimi after 7:30pm! The hotel loaned us a clothes dryer rack which was really appreciated. Our room was high up but try to get a room above 16 because those higher floors had 2 lifts whereas ours had only 1 lift and that meant we had to wait a bit sometimes to go up or down. I liked that you could open the tilt window to let in fresh air but we didn’t do that much. They provided 2 bottles of water every day and were able to clean our room daily if we wanted them to. Our toilet blocked twice during our stay but they have a janitor on call and he sorted it out within 10 mins. I think the first time was due to batteries going flat in the bidet remote controller as I saw him change the batteries (controller controls flushing). No toothbrushes but we had our own ones. Lots of good Korean restaurants too.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Can’t remember how many times housekeepers have tried to open the door in the morning. Not sure if they wanna kick us out as early as possible. Sticky floor and stained couch.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Downtown location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great hotel!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service
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Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hard to park, but kind staffs will help u
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Good for shot business trip
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Good but not great

Overall a good place to stay. The bathrooms in the suites need enclosures for families. Power went out for 1 hour in the morning.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good 👍
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Couch was very uncomfortable, no desk to do any work related work. Chair by counter was also very uncomfortable. Hard to see the TV from the bed.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025