StayAreasWhere to stay near COEX
Gangnam is the closest area we cover, 2.6 km away from COEX.
- What it is
- Exhibition centre
- What's on
- Conventions and trade shows, the Starfield Library and COEX Mall
- Nearest stations
- Samseong (Line 2) and Bongeunsa (Line 9)
Areas near COEX
Nearest first. Walking times are estimates from the middle of each area.
| Area | Distance | Mid-range |
|---|---|---|
| GangnamBusiness, luxury & K-pop south of the river | 2.6 km away | $145 |
| JamsilLotte World, Korea's tallest tower and Seokchon Lake | 3.4 km away | $110 |
| ItaewonInternational food, bars & museums | 6.3 km away | $120 |
| DongdaemunNight markets, DDP & good-value hotels | 7.7 km away | $100 |
Typical mid-range double outside peak events, updated Oct 2026; on big event nights hotels near COEX cost more.
Getting away afterwards
Gangnam hotels are one or two stops away.
Before you book
- Gangnam is the base: several hotels connect to COEX directly.
Hotels near COEX
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COEX and the areas on the map
Staying near COEX: questions
What is the best area to stay near COEX?
Gangnam is the closest area we cover, 2.6 km away from COEX.
How do I get away after a show at COEX?
Gangnam hotels are one or two stops away.
How much do hotels near COEX cost?
In Gangnam, typical doubles are about $70 budget, $145 mid-range and $325 luxury on a normal night. On big event nights nearby hotels sell out and prices rise, so book early.
What is the nearest station to COEX?
Samseong (Line 2) and Bongeunsa (Line 9).