Conference Venues

This conference will be held at the COEX Convention Center in Seoul. We will also be frequenting Bongeunsa Temple, a beautiful temple located opposite COEX. The paper presentations, workshops, dharma talk, and cultural performance will be held at COEX. The morning meditation sessions will be held at Bongeunsa Temple, where temple food experts from all over the country will also be gathering to provide breakfast and lunch for participants for the duration of the conference.



About Seoul

We are proud to invite you to Seoul, the capital city of South Korea with more than 500 years of rich history. Once the capital of the Joseon dynasty (1392-1910), it has since expanded and changed greatly with the modern development of the country. Home to K-Pop, great food, and several UNESCO World Heritage Sites, you will be able to experience both the old and the new in this iconic city. Seoul is also well known for its highly efficient public transportation which greatly enhances the accessibility of the city’s many attractions. With its extensive subway system, taxis, and many buses that run in between, you can reach the conference venue from virtually anywhere in the city.

COEX

The COEX Convention Center has hosted some of Korea’s most significant events, conferences and exhibitions. Onsite facilities include three five-star hotels, Asia’s largest underground shopping mall, and a city airport terminal, ensuring that all business, entertainment and shopping needs can be met under one roof. Its capacity, precise business infrastructure and prime location are the key elements in selecting COEX as the conference and exhibition venue for the 18th Sakyadhita International Conference 2023. The Grand Ballroom on the first floor of COEX will also be the center of various activities throughout the conference, such as a special exhibition on the life of Buddhist nuns, traditional tea ceremonies, Buddhist film screenings, and art exhibitions.

Bongeunsa Temple

Situated in the city center next to COEX, Bongeunsa Temple is considered one of the largest Buddhist temples in Seoul along with Jogyesa Temple. Founded by State Preceptor Yeonhui during the Silla Dynasty, the temple has a rich history of more than 1,200 years. It is a very significant temple in the history of Korean Buddhism, having played a huge role in revitalizing Buddhism in the Joseon dynasty. Today, Bongeunsa Temple is actively involved with the local community and works to promote Korean culture both domestically and internationally through various programs such as Templestay.

Korean Bhiksuni Association Hall

Beopryongsa Temple, located in the Korean Bhiksuni Association Center, is a site of practice and teaching not only for Buddhists but also for local residents. The grand Buddha Hall, Manbul-jeon (the Ten-Thousand Buddha Hall), is the pride of Beopryongsa Temple. The Jijang-jeon (Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva Shrine) and the Gwaneum-jeon (Avalokitêśvara Bodhisattva Shrine) can also be found in the same building. Shaped like a Prajna Dragon Ship majestically sailing towards the shore of enlightenment, the Korean Bhiksuni Association Center serves as the main headquarters for Korean bhiksunis today.

Getting to the Venue

The venues for this conference (COEX, Bongeunsa Temple, the Korean Bhiksuni Association Hall) are all easily accessible by subway (buses may be more convenient in some cases). If you have any questions on getting to these venues from your place of accommodation, please feel free to contact our secretariat.

COEX

Line 2 Use the passage directly connected from exit 5 or 6 to Coex mall through the Millennium Plaza.

Line 7 Take exit 2 and walk straight for 20 minutes on foot. Access Coex Mall through the ASEM Square.

Line 9 Take exit #7 and use the direct passage connected to Asem Plaza to enter Coex Mall.

Coex l (06164) Yeongdong-daero, Gangnam-gu Seoul Republic of Korea
Phone l +82-2-6000-0114

Bongeunsa

Line 2 Walk straight 600m from Samseong station exit 6 to the ASEM tower.
Line 7 Walk straight for 20 minutes on foot from Cheongdam station exit 2.
Line 9 Take Bongeunsa station exit 1 and use the direct passage connected to Bongeunsa.
Address l (06087) 531, Bongeunsa-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
Phone l +82-2-3218-4800

Bhiksuni Association Hall

BUS
A. 3219, 3413, 16(Irwon Station)
B. 401, 402, 461, 4419(Irwon Station)
C. 333, 401, 402, 461, 3219, 3413, 4419(Irwon Station)
Subway
Line 3 Irwon Station Exit 1
Address ㅣ (06353) 56, Gwangpyeong-ro 31-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
Phone ㅣ +82-2-3411-8104

Accommodations

There are many accommodation options in Seoul, such as hotels, Airbnb, etc. Monastics will be given the option of staying in temples in or around Seoul. Seoul is equipped with an excellent public transportation system so that you can take the subway, bus, or taxi virtually anywhere you need to go. Temple accommodations will be arranged individually, so please contact the Secretariat (housing@sakyadhita2023.kr) if you wish to stay at a temple.

Important Notes
1. All rates are quoted per room per night and can only be obtained by sending a reservation form to the hotel directly via e-mail or fax. Any inquiries or additional requests regarding your reservations must be made directly to the hotel.
2. Deadlines for reservation differ from hotel to hotel. We highly recommend booking a room early to guarantee a reservation.
3. Please refer to the terms and conditions stated in the hotel reservation form.
4. Please note that requests for early check-in and late check-out must be made to the hotel in advance. However, you may be charged extra depending on room availability.
5. All rates are quoted in South Korean Won (KRW). Please click “Currency Converter” to check the exchange rates.

Regarding hotel cancellation
Any cancellations and/or changes should be declared to the hotel in advance. Terms and conditions may vary depending on the hotel. Please check the terms and conditions as stated in the reservation form or contact the hotel directly.

List of Accommodations

We have compiled a list of affordable hotels near COEX for participants joining us from overseas. The following options were selected after careful consideration of several factors including security, price, convenient accessibility and others. Please note that the list below has been provided for reference only.

Please download a reservation form and send the completed form directly to the hotel via e-mail or fax. A confirmation letter will be sent to the respective participant from the designated hotel office once the reservation has been successfully made.

Monastics will be given the option of staying in temples in or around Seoul. For more information, please click here.

Grade Hotel Room Type Room Rate
(VAT Included)
Breakfast
(VAT Included)
Distance to
Venue (COEX)
Week Weekend
★★★
★★
InterContinental
Seoul COEX
Classic Room KRW 254,100 KRW 36,300 Connected to the venue
★★
★★
Hotel In 9 Standard Double or Twin KRW 160,000 KRW 215,000 4 minutes by
Walk
L7 Gangnam Standard Double or Twin KRW 176,000 KRW 264,000 8 minutes by
car
★★
URI& Hotel Superior Double or Twin KRW 132,000 4 minutes by
walk
Deluxe Family Double or Twin KRW 198,000
Hotel Peyto
samsung
Superior Single KRW 110,000 KRW 22,000 4 minutes by
walk
Deluxe Double or Twin KRW 143,000
Urban Double KRW 154,000
Shilla Stay Samsung Standard Double or Twin KRW 198,000 KRW 16,500 6 minutes by
walk
Glad Gangnam COEX Center Standard Double or Twin KRW 154,000 KRW 165,000 9 minutes by
walk
ibis Style Ambassador Seoul Gangnam Hotel Superior Double or Twin KRW 121,000 KRW 19,800 14 minutes by
walk
Aloft Seoul Gangnam Aloft Urban Room (King or Twin) City View KRW 157,300 KRW 18,150
(In Advance)
7 minutes by
car
Aloft River Room (King) River View KRW 181,500 KRW 27,000
(On Site)
Urban Place Gangnam Station Standard Twin or Double KRW 77,000 KRW 8,800 15 minutes by
car
Superior Double KRW 88,000
Deluxe Double KRW 99,000

InterContinental Seoul COEX ★★★★★

Introduce: The guest rooms boast stunning vistas of Gangnam through floor-to-ceiling
windows and exhibit traditional Korea elegance with a refined contemporary twist.

Facility: Sauna, Fitness Club, Business Center, Coex
Address: 524, Bongeunsa-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
Distance: Connected to the venue
Room Type & Rate
(VAT Included)
Classic Room KRW 254,100
Reservation Inquires
Breakfast: KRW 36,300 (VAT Included)

Hotel In 9 ★★★★

Introduce: The business essentials will make it a step easier for customers to find their customized business necessities and realize your dream business life looking over the stunning view of COEX, Bongeunsa, and Han River.
Facility: Banquet Hall, Meeting Room, Gallery Lounger
Address: 618, Yeongdong-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
Distance: To COEX 4min/Walk
Room Type & Rate
(VAT Included)
Standard Double or Standard Twin
Week KRW 160,000
Weekend KRW 215,000
Reservation Inquires

L7 Gangnam ★★★★

Introduce: Seoul, L7 GANGNAM is a lifestyle hotel that reflects the sensual culture of the center of Gangnam. You can easily experience all the trendiest things in Seoul as easily as if you were flipping through TV channels.
Facility: Business Center, Meeting Room, Coin Laundry, Maxi Bar, Fitness Center, Foot Spa
Address: 415, Teheran-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
Distance: To COEX 18min/Walk
Room Type & Rate
(VAT Included)
Standard Double/Standard Twin
Week KRW 176,000
Weekend KRW 264,000
Reservation Inquires

URI& Hotel ★★★

Introduce: URI is an abbreviation of ‘yoU aRe I’ and is defined as “you are me”. We would like to provide a home-like convenience and family-like warmth in the perspective of customers.
Facility: Sauna, Fitness Center, Coin Laundry, Banquet
Address: 20, Samseong-ro 96-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
Distance: To COEX 4 min/Walk
Room Type & Rate
(VAT Included)
Superior Double/Twin KRW 132,000
Deluxe Family Double/Twin KRW 198,000
Reservation Inquires
Breakfast: KRW 22,000 (VAT Included)

Hotel Peyto Samseong ★★★

Introduce: By using sustainable materials and energy-efficient technology, it will be your sanctuary in the midst of busy city life in Seoul.
Facility: Meeting Room, Peyto Hall, Fitness Center, Coin Laundry
Address: 9, Teheran-ro 87-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
Distance: To COEX 4min/Walk
Room Type & Rate
(VAT Included)
Superior Single KRW 110,000
Deluxe Double or Twin KRW 143,000
Urban Double KRW 154,000
Reservation Inquires
Breakfast: KRW 22,000 (VAT Included)

Shilla Stay Samsung ★★★

Introduce: Hotel Shilla’s premium business hotel brand, the Shilla Stay has been launched in the Samseoung, a global tourist city encompassing Korea’s economy, culture and sports.
Facility: Meeting room, Business Corner, Fitness Center, Laundry Room, Terrace Garden
Address: 506, Yeongdong-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
Distance: To COEX 6min/Walk
Room Type & Rate
(VAT Included)
Standard Double or Twin KRW 198,000
Reservation Inquires
Breakfast: KRW16,500 (VAT Included)

Glad Gangnam COEX Center ★★★

Introduce: GLAD Gangnam COEX Center has a clean, neat atmosphere that is imbued with the friendly attitude that defines, GLAD Gangnam COEX Center’s design and services, making the hotel anything but a typical business hotel.
Facility: GYM, Business Lounge, Self Laundry Service
Address: 610, Teheran-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
Distance: To COEX 9min/Walk
Room Type & Rate
(VAT Included)
Standard Double or Standard Twin
Week KRW 154,000
Weekend KRW 165,000
Reservation Inquires

ibis Style Ambassador Seoul Gangnam Hotel ★★★

Introduce: The hotel provides the best ambiance to business travelers with busy schedules and urban leisure customers seeking relaxing weekends in the city.
Facility: Meeting room, Business corner, Fitness center
Address: 431, Samseong-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
Distance: To COEX 14min/Walk
Room Type & Rate
(VAT Included)
Superior Double, Superior Twin KRW 121,000
Reservation Inquires
Breakfast: KRW19,800 (VAT Included)

Aloft Seoul Gangnam ★★★

Introduce: Tap into the high energy of South Korea’s capital city and discover an immersive hotel experience at Aloft Seoul Gangnam.
Facility: Meeting and Events Room
Address: 736, Yeongdong-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
Distance: To COEX 23min/Walk
Room Type & Rate
(VAT Included)
Aloft Urban Room City view (King or Twin) KRW 157,300
Aloft Urban Room River view (King) KRW 181,500
Reservation Inquires

Breakfast(VAT Included)

KRW 18,150 In Advance KRW 27,000 On Site

Urban Place Gangnam Station ★★★

Introduce: It will be the best choice for travelers visiting Seoul with a variety of auxiliary facilities that will make your time even more unforgettable. An accessibility and cook-able hotel.
Facility: Fitness center, Business Center, Coin Laundry, Community center
Address: 30, Hyoryeong-ro 77-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
Distance: To COEX 24min/subway (Use Line 2, Gangnam station)
Room Type & Rate
(VAT Included)
Standard Twin or Standard Double KRW 77,000
Superior Double KRW 88,000
Deluxe Double KRW 99,000
Reservation Inquires
Breakfast: KRW 8,800 (VAT Included)