Featured Hotels Near Seowon Park

Shilla Stay Cheongju Seowon Park is a top choice, located just a 3-minute walk from the park’s main gate. Each room features a garden-view balcony, offering serene views of seasonal flora and traditional Korean landscaping. The hotel includes a kids’ activity zone, hands-on hanbok dressing experiences, and complimentary shuttle service to downtown Cheongju. For best availability, book through the HopeGoo app to secure premium garden-view rooms.

From Shilla Stay Cheongju Seowon Park, walk along Culture Road for about 10 minutes to reach the Cheongju History Museum, passing through historic stone pathways and traditional gardens. The museum opens at 9:00 AM daily, with weekend workshops on Korean craft traditions led by expert guides. For convenience, the hotel offers free electric bike rentals, allowing effortless travel between the museum and the park—ideal for families and history enthusiasts.

Shilla Stay Cheongju Seowon Park is perfect for photographers, featuring a Japanese-inspired Zen garden and artfully designed night lighting that create stunning visual contrast. The hotel provides a dedicated photography corner with tripods, backdrop sets, and hosts monthly dawn mist garden photo walks. Guests can also apply for drone flying permits (in designated zones) to capture aerial views of the entire Seowon Park. Book via HopeGoo to receive a limited-edition photography guidebook as a welcome gift.