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 family-friendly area.
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Things to do

DMZ sign in seoul

DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up

￥6,291
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
Seoul: DMZ Tour with Optional Suspension Bridge and Gondola

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

￥7,314
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: DMZ Tour with JSA Museum Defector & Red Bridge Option
Seoul: DMZ Tour, 3rd Tunnel, Suspension Bridge & NK Defector

Seoul: DMZ Tour, 3rd Tunnel, Suspension Bridge & NK Defector

￥6,908
per adult
Seoul: DMZ Tour, 3rd Tunnel, Suspension Bridge & NK Defector
Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace with Gigibebe Hanbok Rental

Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace with Gigibebe Hanbok Rental

￥1,416
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace with Gigibebe Hanbok Rental
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul

Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Suspension Bridge & JSA Museum)

￥8,127
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Suspension Bridge & JSA Museum)
Picture 2 for Activity Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike

Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike

￥8,790
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike
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Mapo-gu Hotel Deals

Glad Mapo

Glad Mapo

3.5 out of 5
92, Mapo-daero, Mapo-gu Seoul Mapo
The price is ￥19,782 per night from Aug 12 to Aug 13
￥19,782
￥22,056 total
Aug 12 - Aug 13
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Hotel very conveniently located right next to subway entrance. Walking distance to a restaurant and bar street in the area. Room is spacious and clean. However, some of the amenities in the room feel like they r falling apart. Shower drain doesn’t work properly, makeup mirror is water stained and ..."

Reviewed on Jul 14, 2026

Glad Mapo
Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae by IHG

4 out of 5
188 Yanghwa-ro Seoul Seoul
The price is ￥25,183 per night from Aug 4 to Aug 5
￥25,183
￥27,701 total
Aug 4 - Aug 5
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Excelente ubicación! Tiene un Mall maravilloso en el mismo edificio! Me volvería a quedar! Los desayunos deliciosos."

Reviewed on Jul 10, 2026

Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae by IHG
Shilla Stay Mapo Hongdae

Shilla Stay Mapo Hongdae

4 out of 5
83 Mapo-daero, Mapo-gu Seoul
The price is ￥20,695 per night from Aug 2 to Aug 3
￥20,695
￥22,765 total
Aug 2 - Aug 3
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! (1,152 reviews)
"Location was great, easy to travel to anywhere"

Reviewed on Jul 3, 2026

Shilla Stay Mapo Hongdae
Roynet Hotel Seoul Mapo

Roynet Hotel Seoul Mapo

3.5 out of 5
67, Mapo-daero, Mapo-gu Seoul
The price is ￥18,391 per night from Aug 4 to Aug 5
￥18,391
￥20,505 total
Aug 4 - Aug 5
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,159 reviews)
"We had the suite on the 23rd floor and it was so spacious. Two toilets room and shower and bath room. The beds were so comfortable. The room was so clean. The property is close to Mapo community which is very convenient for food and shopping. Close to good cafes. Love the place."

Reviewed on Jun 28, 2026

Roynet Hotel Seoul Mapo
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MAPO

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MAPO

4 out of 5
109, Mapo-daero, Mapo-gu Seoul Seoul
The price is ￥22,874 per night from Aug 2 to Aug 3
￥22,874
￥25,161 total
Aug 2 - Aug 3
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,470 reviews)
"The room was a bit dated but clean. The front desk staff wasn’t very helpful when information was needed. We had to buy swim caps for our hair to use the pool. The hair salon, laser skin care center, dentist, and women’s clinic in the basement were very convenient. The grocery store in the basement ..."

Reviewed on Jul 14, 2026

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MAPO
L7 HONGDAE by LOTTE HOTELS

L7 HONGDAE by LOTTE HOTELS

4 out of 5
141, Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu Seoul
The price is ￥30,498 per night from Aug 11 to Aug 12
￥30,498
￥33,548 total
Aug 11 - Aug 12
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,313 reviews)
"We were disappointed with our stay. The biggest issue was the construction taking place right next to the hotel, which created significant noise and made it difficult to relax. While we understand that construction isn’t always under the hotel’s control, it had a major impact on our experience. The ..."

Reviewed on Jul 5, 2026

L7 HONGDAE by LOTTE HOTELS
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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 Myeongdong Cathedral.

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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 street with various shops, including a waffle shop and a coffee shop.

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 traditional Korean palace with stone lanterns and a stone staircase leading to the entrance.

Jongno-gu

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

Mapo-gu

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