Mapo-gu

Seoul

A modern urban area with a stone wall, a glass building, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A statue of a man in a sports jersey holding a coffee cup, with a red umbrella and outdoor seating in the background.
A traditional Korean pavilion with ornate roof tiles and a red wooden structure, surrounded by lush greenery and a stone wall.
A park with a large open space, a few people, and modern buildings in the background.
A bridge over a river with a city skyline in the background.
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Stay near popular Mapo-gu attractions

A large open field with bleachers, trees, and a building in the background.

Hongik University

8.4/10 (2,018 reviews)
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Hongik University, during your travels in Seoul. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
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Things to do

DMZ sign in seoul

DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up

￥6,151
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour

Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour

￥5,222
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour
Seoul: DMZ Tour with Optional Suspension Bridge and Gondola

Seoul: DMZ Tour with JSA Museum Defector & Red Bridge Option

￥7,120
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: DMZ Tour with JSA Museum Defector & Red Bridge Option
Picture 1 for Activity Seoul: DMZ Tour, 3rd Tunnel, Suspension Bridge & NK Defector

Seoul: DMZ Tour & North Korean Defector, Suspension Bridge

￥6,313
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: DMZ Tour & North Korean Defector, Suspension Bridge
Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace with Gigibebe Hanbok Rental

Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace with Gigibebe Hanbok Rental

￥1,570
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace with Gigibebe Hanbok Rental
Picture 6 for Activity Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike

Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike

￥8,658
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike
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Mapo-gu Hotel Deals

Stanford Hotel Seoul

Stanford Hotel Seoul

4 out of 5
15, World Cup buk-ro 58-gil, Mapo-gu Seoul Seoul
The price is ￥13,749 per night from Sep 27 to Sep 28
￥13,749
￥15,294 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Gyeongbokgung Palace and Namdaemun ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"The only reason I booked this hotel was because it had a pool. If you have children, you know that’s a major factor when choosing a hotel. When we arrived at the pool, we were told there was an additional $45 fee, which was pretty appalling. I didn’t mind paying for it, but I absolutely expected ..."

Reviewed on Aug 16, 2026

Stanford Hotel Seoul
Roynet Hotel Seoul Mapo

Roynet Hotel Seoul Mapo

3.5 out of 5
67, Mapo-daero, Mapo-gu Seoul
The price is ￥10,033 per night from Sep 27 to Sep 28
￥10,033
￥11,139 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
Roynet Hotel Seoul Mapo
Seoul Garden Hotel

Seoul Garden Hotel

4 out of 5
58, Mapo-daero, Mapo-gu Seoul Seoul
The price is ￥15,790 per night from Sep 27 to Sep 28
￥15,790
￥17,564 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Great experience! Helpful and kind staff!"

Reviewed on Sep 15, 2026

Seoul Garden Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae by IHG

3 out of 5
188 Yanghwa-ro Seoul Seoul
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ￥23,138 per night from Sep 29 to Sep 30
￥23,138
￥25,452 total
Sep 29 - Sep 30
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"This is hotel is in a good location with access to many stores and restaurants. My main concern had to do with the lack of air conditioning. The coolest it ever got in the room was 24.5 C. Given that it is still very hot in Seoul at this time of year, the room was uncomfortable. Though a fan was ..."

Reviewed on Sep 25, 2026

Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae by IHG
K-Grand Hostel Sinchon

K-Grand Hostel Sinchon

2 out of 5
3F-7F, 34 Sinchon-ro 16-gil, Mapo-gu Seoul
The price is ￥8,361 per night from Sep 28 to Sep 29
￥8,361
￥9,260 total
Sep 28 - Sep 29
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi and housekeeping. Popular attractions Namdaemun Market and Myeongdong Street are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (64 reviews)
"Amazing Experience! Room was very clean and the area was great!"

Reviewed on Sep 22, 2026

K-Grand Hostel Sinchon
Shilla Stay Mapo Hongdae

Shilla Stay Mapo Hongdae

4 out of 5
83 Mapo-daero, Mapo-gu Seoul
The price is ￥13,741 per night from Sep 27 to Sep 28
￥13,741
￥15,251 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,187 reviews)
"The location is excellent- you can travel to many different places very easily - walk, metro and bus. This was my second time stay here. The staffs were very nice and helpful."

Reviewed on Sep 16, 2026

Shilla Stay Mapo Hongdae
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Where to stay in Mapo-gu

Find the best Mapo-gu areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Mapo-gu
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A busy urban street at night with illuminated signs and storefronts.

Myeong-dong

Travelers love Myeong-dong for its popular shops, and you can see more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Myeong-dong Station or Euljiro 1-ga Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Myeongdong Street and Seoul Global Culture & Tourism Center.

A statue with a pagoda-like roof, surrounded by vibrant flowers and a cityscape in the background.

Gangnam-gu

Travelers love Gangnam-gu for its popular shops, and you can see more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Cheongdam Station or Gangnam-gu Office Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like COEX Convention and Exhibition Center and Starfield COEX Mall.

A city skyline at dusk with illuminated buildings, a river, and multiple bridges.

Hongdae

Spend some time visiting places like Gyeongui Line Forest Park while getting to know Hongdae, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Hongik University Station or Mangwon Station to see more of the area.

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Dongdaemun-gu

Dongdaemun-gu is a destination travelers like for its shopping, and you might hop aboard the metro at Yongdu Station or Jegi-dong Station to explore sights like Gyeongdong Market.

A bustling street with traditional Korean architecture, modern buildings, and a crowd of people.
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Jongno-gu

Jongno-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Bukchon Hanok Village and Sejong Cultural Center. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Gwanghwamun Station or Jonggak Station.

Mapo-gu

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