Seoul Queer Culture Festival
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145, Toegye-ro, Jung-gu, 04537 Seoul, South Korea

Located opposite the famous Namsan Mountain in Myeongdong, the 4-star Sejong Hotel offers free parking and rooms with flat-screen cable TVs. It features a 24-hour business centre and 3 dining options.

Each luxurious room at the Hotel Sejong comes with high speed internet access and free tea service. A hairdryer and bathroom amenities are provided for guests’ convenience.

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11, Usadan-ro 14-gil, Yongsan-gu,  140-200 Seoul, South Korea

Featuring complimentary Wi-Fi access, I.T.W Hotel Itaewon is situated 300 m from Itaewon Station, Subway Line 6. Attractions such as Nam Mountain and Han River are about 1 km away.

Equipped with air conditioning and heating, rooms feature a personal safe, TV, fridge and an electric kettle. The en suite bathroom comes with bath and shower facilities and a hairdryer.

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179, Itaewon-ro, Yongsan-gu,  04350 Seoul, South Korea

Just in front of Itaewon Subway Station (Line 6), Hamilton Hotel offers modern rooms with free internet in Seoul's Itaewon District. It has a seasonal rooftop pool and a large sauna.

The air-conditioned rooms are simply furnished, each equipped with a cable/satellite TV and minibar. Ironing facilities and en suite bathrooms with hot shower facilities are also included.

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221, Itaewon-ro, Yongsan-gu, 04349 Seoul, South Korea

Making no compromises to style and comfort, Imperial Palace Boutique Hotel offers ultra-modern rooms with free WiFi. It enjoys a convenient location in popular Itaewon District, just 3 minutes’ walk from Itaewon Station.

Artistic murals stand out against the pure white walls of each room, while mirrors give the room a futuristic edge. Each room also comes with a flat-screen TV and a glass bathroom.

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Address: B1, 117-1 Jongno, Seoul, South Korea

• Basement gay bar in Jongno with a roomy laid-back feel.
• Known for themed nights like salsa, karaoke, and movie events.
• More social and sit-down friendly than a hard-club venue.
• Draws a mostly local crowd in one of Seoul’s main gay areas.
• A strong pick for cocktails and a longer slower night out.
• Open: Mon-Thu 7pm-3am, Fri-Sun 7pm-5am
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Address: 4F, 37 Donui-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea

• Sleek gay bar in Jongno with a cleaner more modern feel.
• Set on the 4th floor in the middle of Seoul’s main gay bar zone.
• Known for strong service and a drinks list that goes past basics.
• Works well for both locals and foreign visitors on a night out.
• Best for cocktails, music, and a more polished Jongno stop.
• Open: Mon-Thu 7pm-2am or late, Fri-Sat 7pm-4am
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Address: 3F, 236-1 Nakwon-dong, Jongno, Seoul, South Korea

• 3rd-floor gay bar in Jongno with street views and more space.
• Known for cocktails, music videos, and a bear-friendly crowd.
• Feels smoother and more polished than many smaller local bars.
• Good for a longer sit-down start before moving on in Jongno.
• A strong pick for drinks and conversation over pure club energy.
• Open: Mon-Thu 7pm-3am Fri 7pm-4am Sat 7pm-5am Sun 7pm-3am
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Address: B1, 13 Usadan-ro 12-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, South Korea

• Dark basement gay club in Itaewon with a cruisier edge.
• Known for techno, deep house, themed nights, and late starts.
• Gets going after midnight rather than as an early evening bar.
• Feels rougher and more club-driven than the Jongno drink bars.
• Best for a harder late-night scene with a sexual charge.
• Fri 11pm-6am, Sat 11pm-8am, Sun 11pm-4am
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Address: B1, 39-17 Yongsan-dong 2-ga, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, South Korea

• Underground gay bar in HBC with a social, mixed crowd.
• Known for drag shows, karaoke, and open-stage nights.
• Feels more international and easier for newcomers.
• Focus is on live performance rather than clubbing.
• A fun, community-driven night in Seoul’s HBC scene.
• Open: Thu 8pm-3am, Fri 8pm-4am, Sat 7pm-4am, Sun 8pm-12am
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Address: Ikseon-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea

• Bear-oriented gay bar in Jongno with a loud K-pop feel.
• Small room with a packed, social, late-night crowd.
• Best known for muscle guys, bears, and girl-group playlists.
• Less about polished cocktails, more about shared bar energy.
• A fun stop for a messy, music-heavy Seoul night.
• Open: Wed-Sun 8pm-2am, Mon-Tue closed
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Address: B1, 136-42 Itaewon-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, South Korea

• Basement gay drag bar in Itaewon with a long local history.
• Known for late-night drag shows and a packed weekend crowd.
• Feels darker and older-school than Seoul’s polished cocktail bars.
• Best for camp stage energy rather than quiet drinks.
• A strong pick for classic Homo Hill nightlife.
• Open: Thu, Fri, Sat 10pm-late, showtimes 1am, 3am
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Address: 2F, 50-2 Supyo-ro 22-gil, Donui-dong, Jongno, Seoul, 

• Cozy gay cocktail bar in Jongno with a tucked-away feel.
• Known for original drinks and a friendly English-speaking host.
• The 2nd-floor space has a calmer pace than nearby bars.
• Rooftop views give it something extra in Jongno.
• A strong pick for cocktails and conversation.
• Open: Wed-Sun 7:30pm-3:30am, Mon-Tue closed
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Address: B2F, 120 Supyo-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea

• Basement gay bar in Jongno with a more charged late-night feel.
• Known as a hunting pub with a direct, social crowd.
• Feels rougher and more hookup-led than cocktail bars nearby.
• Best on weekends when the room fills and the energy lifts.
• A stronger pick for late nights than early evening drinks.
• Open: Wed-Thu, Sun 9pm-3am, Fri-Sat 8pm-6am
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Address: 9 Supyo-ro 28-gil, Jongno, Seoul, South Korea

• Modern gay bar in Jongno with a calmer sit-down feel.
• Larger than many nearby bars, with room to stay longer.
• Known as one of the easier Jongno spots for foreigners.
• Better for drinks and conversation than loud club energy.
• A solid choice for a relaxed start or slower night out.
• Open: Mon-Thu, Sun 6:30pm-2am, Fri-Sat 6:30pm-3am
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Address: Jongno District, Jongno 1.2.3.4-ga-dong 3F, Seoul, South Korea

• Cozy gay bar in Jongno with a social triangle-bar layout.
• Known for a relaxed crowd and easy foreigner-friendly vibe.
• Music leans lounge and house rather than hard club sounds.
• A good fit for drinks and conversation in the gay district.
• One of the softer, more welcoming bars in central Seoul.
• Open: Mon-Thu 8pm-3am, Fri-Sat 8pm-4am, Sun 8pm-3am

Address: Bogwang-ro 124 B1, Seoul, South Korea

• Small gay bar in Itaewon with a lively weekend crowd.
• Known for K-pop, pop hits, and a young mixed scene.
• Works best as a bar-hopping stop rather than a long sit-down.
• Feels more international than many Seoul late-night bars.
• A strong pick for fast-moving Homo Hill energy.
• Open: Fri 10:30pm-6am, Sat 11pm-6am, Sun-Thu closed
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Address: 137-4 Itaewon, Yongsan, Seoul, South Korea

• Modern gay bar on Homo Hill with a lighter, open feel.
• Known for K-pop, house, and easy bar-hopping energy.
• One of the more foreigner-friendly stops in Itaewon.
• Best as a social first drink before moving on nearby.
• A solid pick for a fun, accessible Seoul night out.
• Open: Daily 7:30pm-3am, Fri-Sat 7:30pm-5am
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Address: 26, Itaewon-ro 27ga-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, South Korea

• Gay-owned Itaewon pub with food, beer, and DJ nights.
• Feels bigger and more table-led than the small Hill bars.
• Known for burgers, sausage platters, and pre-club drinks.
• Mixed crowd rather than a strictly gay bar atmosphere.
• A strong first stop before moving deeper into Itaewon.
• Open: Mon-Thu 6pm-12:30am, Fri 6pm-3am, Sat 4pm-3am,
• Sun 4pm-1am
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Address: 3F, 107-1 Supyo-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea

• Laid-back gay cocktail bar in Jongno with an easy feel.
• Known for custom drinks and an English-friendly setup.
• Calmer and more open than some tighter local bars nearby.
• A good spot for conversation before the night gets louder.
• Strong choice for an easy start in Seoul’s gay district.
• Open: Tue-Thu 7pm-2am, Fri-Sat 7pm-4am, Sun 7pm-2am
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Address: 1F, 31 Bogwang-ro 59-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, South Korea

• Gay bar in Itaewon with a cabaret-style feel.
• Known for drag and burlesque shows on weekends.
• More polished and theatrical than darker nearby spots.
• Best for drinks with stage entertainment built in.
• A strong pick for a glam late-night stop in Seoul.
• Open: Wed-Thu, Sun 8pm-2am, Fri-Sat 8pm-4am
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Address: 26 Donhwamun-ro 11-gil, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea

• Gay cocktail bar in Jongno with a cleaner polished feel.
• Known for strong cocktails over pure late-night chaos.
• Better for conversation and smaller groups than packed hopping.
• Feels tidier and calmer than many nearby bars.
• A smart stop for an easy start in Seoul’s gay district.
• Open: Mon-Thu 7pm-2:30am, Fri-Sat 7pm-3am, Sun closed
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41-1 B1, Donhwamun-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Cool gay bar offering karaoke and live performances

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37, 04406, Usadan-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, South Korea

Super chill, foreigner-friendly LGBTQ+ lounge spot! Great place to grab a drink before hitting the clubs.

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126-15 Itaewon-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, South Korea

Gay bar with dancefloor and DJs

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38-2 Donui-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea

This gay bar offers good price drinks, the atmosphere is good, and it playes K-pop music