Mapo-gu Travel Guide

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)
Explore the campus of Hongik University during your travels in Seoul. Visit 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

฿1,279
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour

Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour

฿1,082
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour
DMZ Tour: Exclusive North Korean Defector Talk +Suspension Bridge

DMZ Tour from Seoul: 3rd Tunnel, Dora Observatory & Defector Talk

฿1,241
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour from Seoul: 3rd Tunnel, Dora Observatory & Defector Talk
Seoul Lotte World Adventure Entry Ticket

Seoul Lotte World Adventure Admission Tickets with options

฿1,443
per adult
Seoul Lotte World Adventure Admission Tickets with options
Seoul: DMZ Tour with Optional Suspension Bridge and Gondola

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

฿1,476
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: DMZ Tour with JSA Museum Defector & Red Bridge Option
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N Seoul Tower Hanbok Rental

฿1,048
per adult
N Seoul Tower Hanbok Rental
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Top hotels in Mapo-gu

Stanford Hotel Seoul

Stanford Hotel Seoul

4 out of 5
15, World Cup buk-ro 58-gil, Mapo-gu Seoul Seoul
The price is ฿3,248 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
฿3,248
฿3,573 total
23 Sept - 24 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Gyeongbokgung Palace and Namdaemun Market ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,005 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 16 Aug 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 ฿3,498 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
฿3,498
฿3,848 total
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,174 reviews)
"Recommend try to get a room on 10th or 20th floor for easy access to laundry and water dispenser."

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2026

Roynet Hotel Seoul 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 ฿4,422 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
฿4,422
฿4,864 total
22 Sept - 23 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"酒店非常方便，从弘大5号出口，直接到酒店。而且工作人员很友善。早餐也不错。"

Reviewed on 13 Sept 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 ฿1,890 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
฿1,890
฿2,079 total
22 Sept - 23 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and housekeeping. Popular attractions Namdaemun Market and Myeongdong Street are located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (55 reviews)
"Nice, clean and simple room, everything you need for a good base. Convenience stores and coffee stands right outside and close to the subway/metro. Would stay again!"

Reviewed on 15 Sept 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 ฿3,663 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
฿3,663
฿4,030 total
23 Sept - 24 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,182 reviews)
"Perfect experience Wonderful stay"

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2026

Shilla Stay Mapo Hongdae
L7 HONGDAE by LOTTE HOTELS

L7 HONGDAE by LOTTE HOTELS

4 out of 5
141, Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu Seoul
The price is ฿4,640 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
฿4,640
฿5,104 total
23 Sept - 24 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
L7 HONGDAE by LOTTE HOTELS
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Where to stay in Mapo-gu

Find the best Mapo-gu areas 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

Enjoy the popular shops in Myeong-dong. Myeongdong Street is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Myeong-dong Station or Euljiro 1-ga Station to see more of Seoul.

A modern urban plaza with a large, curved sculpture, tall buildings, and a reflective sphere.

Gangnam-gu

Gangnam-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like COEX Convention and Exhibition Center and Starfield COEX Mall. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Cheongdam Station or Gangnam-gu Office Station.

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

Hongdae

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Hongdae. Spend some time visiting top spots like Gyeongui Line Forest Park, and catch the metro at Hongik University Station or Mangwon Station to see more of the area.

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Dongdaemun-gu

You might enjoy the shopping while in Dongdaemun-gu. Gyeongdong Market is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Yongdu Station or Jegi-dong Station to see more of the city.

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 Travel Guide