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

￥6,099
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour

Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour

￥5,177
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour
Seoul: Half-Day DMZ Tour Led by a Retired Military Officer

Seoul: Half-Day DMZ, Retired Military Officer & Defector Q&A

￥8,942
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Half-Day DMZ, Retired Military Officer & Defector Q&A
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike

Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike

￥8,484
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike
Seoul: DMZ Tour with Optional Suspension Bridge and Gondola

Seoul: DMZ Tour, JSA Museum, Defector Talk & Bridge Options

￥7,060
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: DMZ Tour, JSA Museum, Defector Talk & Bridge Options
Picture 1 for Activity Seoul: DMZ Tour, 3rd Tunnel, Suspension Bridge & NK Defector

Seoul: DMZ Tour & North Korean Defector, Suspension Bridge

￥6,589
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: DMZ Tour & North Korean Defector, Suspension Bridge
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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 ￥15,482 per night from Nov 2 to Nov 3
￥15,482
￥17,282 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
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 ...
Stanford Hotel Seoul
Roynet Hotel Seoul Mapo

Roynet Hotel Seoul Mapo

3 out of 5
67, Mapo-daero, Mapo-gu Seoul
The price is ￥22,570 per night from Nov 19 to Nov 20
￥22,570
￥25,194 total
Nov 19 - Nov 20
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,243 reviews)
"Been to 66 countries, this was one of the worst breakfast . There was hot water issues for 2 days..talked to the manager for some type of compensation to no avail. Gym consists of 4 machines, no way to clean after use. Not foreigner friendly, not many speak complete English. No moisturizer in bathroom. ..."

Reviewed on Oct 19, 2026

Roynet Hotel Seoul Mapo
Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae by IHG

3 out of 5
188 Yanghwa-ro Seoul Seoul
The price is ￥28,329 per night from Nov 2 to Nov 3
￥28,329
￥31,162 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
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)
"Great location. Right off a main transit stop. Easy to get to from the airport and to get to other places in Seoul. Breakfast was great too."

Reviewed on Oct 17, 2026

Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae by IHG
Shilla Stay Mapo Hongdae

Shilla Stay Mapo Hongdae

3 out of 5
83 Mapo-daero, Mapo-gu Seoul
The price is ￥24,250 per night from Oct 25 to Oct 26
￥24,250
￥26,915 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
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 ...
Shilla Stay Mapo Hongdae
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 ￥11,192 per night from Nov 10 to Nov 11
￥11,192
￥12,311 total
Nov 10 - Nov 11
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! (79 reviews)
"Good location, very friendly staff that speak English, clean rooms with powerful aircon."

Reviewed on Oct 17, 2026

K-Grand Hostel Sinchon
L7 HONGDAE by LOTTE HOTELS

L7 HONGDAE by LOTTE HOTELS

4 out of 5
141, Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu Seoul
The price is ￥29,099 per night from Oct 28 to Oct 29
￥29,099
￥32,297 total
Oct 28 - Oct 29
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 ...
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 cityscape at night with illuminated Christmas lights, a prominent church with a spire, and modern buildings.

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.

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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