Featured Hotels Near Uchi Park Zoo

Bvlgari Gwangju is a top choice, just a 8-minute walk from Uchi Park Zoo. The hotel features a dedicated kids' playground, spacious family suites, and complimentary shuttle service to the zoo. All rooms boast floor-to-ceiling windows offering serene views of the zoo’s lush greenery.

Guests can also enjoy nearby traditional Korean craft markets and authentic local cuisine. For best availability, book through the HopeGoo platform to unlock exclusive perks like zoo entry discounts and breakfast packages.

Staying at Bvlgari Gwangju grants guests priority access to key exhibits such as the Asian Wildlife Pavilion and Tropical Rainforest Greenhouse, bypassing long queues. The hotel provides free audio guides and detailed maps, plus assistance in scheduling early or late visits to avoid crowds.

With a mere 8-minute walk to the main entrance along scenic pathways and rest zones, your journey feels like an extension of the experience. Book the "Morning Adventure Package" via HopeGoo for guided tours and interactive feeding sessions with animal caretakers.

Gwangju Mountain Retreat: Zen Villa is ideal for couples seeking serenity. Nestled on a gentle slope west of Uchi Park Zoo, each villa features a private terrace with a starlit sky view. The design blends traditional Korean garden aesthetics with minimalist luxury, creating a peaceful retreat.

Rooms include a two-person soaking tub and ambient aromatherapy systems. Guests can enjoy nighttime zoo illumination tours from their terrace. Book the "Starry Night Romance Package" via HopeGoo for a curated dinner and handmade fragrance gift set.

From Bvlgari Gwangju, a 10-minute walk leads to Namgok Creative Market, where local artisans sell handcrafted Korean ceramics, embroidered dolls, and premium regional teas. Open daily from 3 PM, the market features live performances of traditional dance and folk music.

Another highlight is Gwangju Green Lane Book Café, located near the zoo’s eastern exit, offering eco-themed reading spaces and specialty pour-over coffee. Book the "Creative Exploration Tour" via HopeGoo to receive a limited-edition market map and beverage discount vouchers.

Visit Uchi Garden Hanok Restaurant, located just right of the zoo’s main entrance, housed in a restored century-old Korean-style home with traditional tiled roofs and wooden beams. Dishes include Korean BBQ, seafood pancakes, and mountain vegetable soup, all sourced directly from local farms and fisheries.

The restaurant offers private dining rooms ideal for families and can reserve tables overlooking the zoo’s night illumination. Book the "Dining & Night View Package" via HopeGoo for a complimentary guidebook and commemorative badge.

Bvlgari Gwangju offers the "Wildlife Discovery Tour," led by experienced ecological guides who take guests through the Penguin Island and Long-Nosed Monkey Habitat zones, sharing insights on species behavior and conservation efforts. Tours run at 9:30 AM and 2:00 PM, limited to 15 guests per session—reservations required 24 hours in advance.

The hotel also provides portable binoculars and animal field guidebooks for rent, and guests can combine tours with the "Morning Feeding Experience," where they assist in feeding raccoons and peacocks. All activities are coordinated via the HopeGoo platform for seamless HopeGoo.

The prime viewing location is from the private terrace at Gwangju Mountain Retreat: Zen Villa, which offers a nightlight tour service guiding guests to optimal vantage points across the zoo grounds. The panoramic view captures the full spectacle of the riverside light path and aerial projection show.

Free from obstructions, the terrace provides an unbroken view of the glowing trees and animated displays, especially magical during spring and autumn. Book the "Night Light Wonderland Package" via HopeGoo for guided tours, midnight snacks, and professional photography services to preserve the moment.