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Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae, an IHG Hotel

Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae, an IHG Hotel

188, Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu, , Seoul, 04052, South Korea

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Business center

Free wifi

Fitness center

Air conditioning

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Elevator

Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae, an IHG Hotel

Welcome to the Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae, an IHG Hotel, where comfort meets convenience in the heart of Seoul! Located at 188 Yanghwa-ro in the lively Mapo-gu district, this four-star gem puts you just 2.9mi away from the vibrant city center. With a starting price of $104, you're positioned perfectly to explore the buzzing streets of Hongdae, renowned for its artsy vibe and nightlife, making it a fantastic choice for both leisure and business travelers.

Start your day right with a delicious complimentary breakfast that will fuel your adventures or meetings ahead. Stay connected with free Wi-Fi, and don’t forget to take advantage of the on-site fitness center to squeeze in a workout while on the go. Whether you're attending a business meeting that may require special arrangements or simply need a place to kick back and relax, the 24-hour front desk is ready to cater to your every need. With 1801 glowing reviews, many guests rave about the warm hospitality and cozy atmosphere, making it a favored stop in Seoul.

After a day of exploring, retreat to your non-smoking room equipped with extra long beds, air conditioning for ultimate comfort, and even a bidet for that added touch of elegance. Some upper floors are accessible by elevator, ensuring ease of movement for all guests, including those needing wheelchair access. With all these amenities, it's easy to see why the Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae is a top choice for visitors looking to experience the best of Seoul while enjoying a homey stay!

As you sink into your cozy haven at the Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae, you'll immediately feel the charm and warmth of your surroundings. Each room is thoughtfully designed to ensure your stay is both comfortable and enjoyable, accommodating a wide variety of guests—from solo travelers to large families. Whether you choose the Standard Queen for a romantic getaway, or the spacious Family room that can hold up to eight guests, you can count on high-quality bedding that’s perfect for dreaming about your next Seoul adventure!

Snackies and sips? You’re covered! The hotel’s delightful breakfast spread makes sure you fuel up before hitting the cafes and street markets of Hongdae. Plus, if you’re someone who likes to stay active, take a spin on the treadmill in the 24-hour fitness center, where you can work off those delicious K BBQ dinners before heading out to explore the vibrant nightlife. Feeling inspired? Just across the street from the hotel, you’ll find street performers and craftsmen showcasing their talents that will captivate your heart and fill your camera with unforgettable shots.

The Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae isn’t just a place to stay; it’s a launchpad for your Seoul itinerary! With convenient payment options such as Visa, Mastercard, and American Express making transactions as seamless as possible, you can rest easy knowing that all the essentials are at your fingertips. So pack your bags, grab your passport, and get ready for a travel experience that will be anything but ordinary! After all, when you stay here, you’re not just in Seoul; you’re part of its embrace!

Closest airports

Gimpo International Airport

6.9mi

Seoul Air Base

12.8mi

Incheon International Airport

27.2mi

Osan Ab

32.8mi

Wonju Airport

57.3mi

Most popular amenities

Business center

Free wifi

Fitness center

Air conditioning

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Elevator

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)

Bidet

Rooms

Corner Queen Room in Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae, an IHG Hotel

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Corner, Queen

1 Double Bed

345 sqft

City view

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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Experience luxury and comfort in our Corner Queen Room. With its spacious 344 sqft size, city view, and modern amenities like a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, this room is perfect for couples seeking a relaxing getaway.

Superior Twin Room in Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae, an IHG Hotel

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Superior, 2 Twin

2 Twin Beds

225 sqft

City view

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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Experience comfort and relaxation in our spacious Superior Twin Room, perfect for two adults and one child. Enjoy breathtaking city views, a private bathroom, and modern amenities such as a flat-screen TV, refrigerator, and air conditioning.

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Superior

1 Double Bed

2 Twin Beds

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Welcome to our Superior Double or Twin Room, where you can relax in style with a spacious 215 sqft room. Equipped with modern amenities such as a flat-screen TV, air conditioning, and extra-long beds, you'll have everything you need for a comfortable stay. Perfect for couples or small families, this room accommodates 2 adults and 1 child, making it an ideal choice for your next getaway.

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Superior, Double/2 Single

1 Double Bed

225 sqft

Minibar

Wheelchair accessible

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Room Superior is 226 square feet and includes either a double bed 131-150 width or 2 single beds 80-130 width plus desk, hairdryer, tea and coffee making facilities , ironing set, safe, bathrobes, and slippers and is Wheelchair-accessible.

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Standard, Queen

1 Queen Size Bed

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Our cozy Standard Queen Room offers a comfortable stay for two adults and one child. With its modern amenities, including a private bathroom, flat-screen TV, and air conditioning, you'll feel right at home.

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Standard, Queen/Twin

1 Queen Size Bed

1 Twin Bed

170 sqft

Wheelchair accessible

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Quadruple Room is 172 square feet and includes either a queen-size bed 150-154 width or 2 single beds 80-130 width and is Wheelchair-accessible.

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Family, Twin

250 sqft

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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The double room includes a private bathroom, well-fitted with a shower, a bidet, a hairdryer and slippers. The air-conditioned double room offers a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a seating area, a safe deposit box, an electric kettle as well as city views. The unit has 2 beds.

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Superior, Twin

225 sqft

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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The double room includes a private bathroom, well-fitted with a shower, a bidet, a hairdryer and slippers. The air-conditioned double room features a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a seating area, a safe deposit box, an electric kettle as well as city views. The unit has 2 beds.

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Standard, 2 Twin

2 Twin Beds

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Standard, Queen, City View

1 Queen Size Bed

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2 Queen Size Beds

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Standard, 3 Single

3 Twin Beds

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Guest reviews

8.6

1,801 reviews

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Breakfast

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Honesto

10

September 2023

From the moment we arrived at your hotel, we were impressed by the warm and welcoming atmosphere. The staff at the front desk greeted us with genuine smiles and provided a seamless check-in process, which set a positive tone for our entire stay. The room we stayed in was not only comfortable but also impeccably clean. The attention to detail in maintaining cleanliness and hygiene, especially in these challenging times, did not go unnoticed and is a testament to your commitment to guest satisfaction. The modern and well-appointed room amenities ensured that we had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The hotel's location in the vibrant Hongdae neighborhood was perfect for us. We enjoyed easy access to numerous shops, restaurants, and cultural attractions. The proximity to public transportation made exploring Seoul a breeze, and we appreciated the helpful recommendations from your concierge team for nearby activities and dining options. The complimentary breakfast at the hotel was another highlight of our stay. The variety of options catered to different tastes, and the quality of the food exceeded our expectations. It was a delightful way to start our days and fueled us for our adventures around the city. Additionally, the exceptional service provided by your staff deserves special mention. Each team member we encountered, from housekeeping to the restaurant staff, went out of their way to ensure our needs were met. Their professionalism and dedication to guest satisfaction truly enhanced our stay. As a family, we have traveled to many destinations around the world, and I can confidently say that our experience at the Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae Hotel ranks among the best. Your commitment to creating a welcoming, comfortable, and memorable guest experience is commendable.

I could not ask for more

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Gretta

8.2

January 2023

Location, just beside exit of subway station and walking distance to places to shop and eat. Connected to mall with 24hrs convenience store. Room is ok for 1 person with big luggage. Room cleaning is fast. I asked the staff to clean up when I was having my breakfast, when I got back to my room it was all done.

Walls are thin. I was awaken 3 times in the early morning cos guests in the next room were noisy. Very annoying. Bidet wasnt working fully.

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Arlene

8.2

September 2023

The bed was very comfortable. I have been to 2 other accommodations one being a hostel which I could not stand to stay in 1 more night so I transferred at Holiday Inn and had the best sleep. The location was very convenient as it is close to the Hongkik Station Exits 3&4 where the tour pick ups are located. It is also adjacent to the shopping strip and connected to AK.Plaza shopping mall. Breakfast never disappoints for the 4 nights I have stayed there and staff were always helpful to give me answers to my queries. There is an ATM that changes any currencies to KW. It was very helpful when I did my laundry and didn't have any KW bills. There is a centralized coin laundry room and iron boards you can use for free. Very convenient but laundry costs 12,000 KW for one load and I did 2 loads on different nights. The English is sometimes hard to understand when I was asked to turn off the TV at the laundry room which I didn't open as it was late and it can be heard by nearby rooms. I didn't pick up on what the staff was telling me at first. I thought he was telling me to finish my laundry in my room, he was actually telling me to watch tv in my room as I waited for the cycle to complete. Language barrier. Google translate was very useful in figuring out what buttons to push while I was doing my laundry. 😁 Overall it was a great stay and the cheapest hotel I found at the last minute. Too bad I was unable to extend for one more night as they were already fully booked. I highly recommend this hotel if you plan to stay in Seoul.

No body lotion. Normally the hotels provide this. They have shampoo and body wash provided but I brought my own brands for those. Also no cotton balls provided. I am also unable to adjust the temperature of the ACU as it didn't feel cool enough especially since I have been outside most of the day where it's hot and humid and you want to cool down the rest of the night. I tried to adjust it to 18degC but it keeps going back to 22degC and I find myself with a bit of sweat during very early morning when I tend to wake up prematurely.

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Hongkyu

9.1

August 2022

Nice location - right next to an exit 5 of metro station (Hongik University) Lively neighborhood - Hip and crowded place across the street. You can visit many different types of fancy cafes and restaurants (Long waiting time is a minus, though) Clean room - very clean room Breakfast is included - Reasonable breakfast is included in the price (Soup of rice noodle was really good!)

High price - would be nice if it was little cheaper Amenity - not really a big minus but amenities were ready for only 2 people not 3 (Booked for three)

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Panisa

10

April 2023

The location is really convenient. The hotel us located beside Hongik Univ. Station that can easily access Airport Railroad, AREX, and subway Line 2. Moreover, the hotel is located beside shopping mall AK Plaza Hongdae and CU Mart. Walk a few minutes to Hongdae shopping arcade. I really enjoyed shopping and eating staying here. Hotel also provided breakfast. Room size is quite large than I think. Bed is comfortable. The staff is polite and welcome.

Breakfast line is the same menu and not various every day. The breakfast time is quite too short from 6.30 - 9.30 or 10.00 A.M.

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O

9.1

September 2023

As a solo female traveler, there are so many things I loved about staying at this hotel. 1) Location, location, location! Being right Hongdae where there are so many places to go within walking distance; 2) the convenience of having the Airport Express train subway station right next to the hotel; 3) the hotel being in the same building as the AK Plaza shopping centre; 4) friendly & helpful staff, and so much more! This will be my go to hotel for all future trips to Seoul :)

It would have been nice if there was an outlet in the bathroom, but no big deal otherwise!

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Siew

9.1

April 2023

The location is super convenient, right next to a subway station exit, and linked to a mall. There are two convenience stores nearby too. Hongdae street is also within short walking distance. I also like that two different types of pillows were given in the room, both soft and firm types. It's great that they provide lugagge storage service after my check-out. Front desk staffs were all really friendly! :)

Everything was great and all but would really appreciate it if they improve the breakfast arrangement. The breakfast area was so crowded and had to queue for quite some times just to get a seat.

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Freddie

9.1

April 2023

I like the location. Breakfast was terrible Skipped it most days. Except to get coffee. I like the cleanliness of the room. Especially the bathroom. The cleanest bathroom in all our stay in Korea. Location was great. Lots of food and shops a few steps away from the front door. Subway was directly underneath the hotel. Which was so convenient, because that was our main transportation. I would stay here again when next we visit Seoul

When we first check in our bathroom smelled of cigarettes. The staff did rectify it by spraying some odorless freshener. And the complementary breakfast was terrible. The bed was comfortable but it was just a little small.(double) I don't think a queen or King size bed was available.

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Irene

10

January 2023

The family room was spacious enough for us. were a family of 3. The bed and pillows were super comfy. The bathroom was quite small but bearable. only downside of the room is that it does not have any closets. The staff were all very nice. The cleaning lady always wants to clean the room 😂 She would go back several times to check of she can already clean our room. Frontdesk also helped us book a limousine taxi last min to get us to the airport. Breakfast was also okay. not much variety but overall it was okay. Location is perfect, very near the metro (just on the right side of the hotel). A lot of cafes, stores and restaurants nearby.

nothing in particular

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Aussie60

8.2

August 2023

The location was excellent, Close to all the entertainment and shopping areas. Its also located in a major shopping centre which has a kpop shop and cafe, anime store, a CU convenience store and many other restaurant, cafe and fast food outlets. Breakfast was included and had a wide range of local and international dishes to select from. The room was clean, bed was comfortable and we were provided with bottles of water each day.

The room was smaller compared to our other hotels on our trip to South Korea.

Points of Interest Around Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae, an IHG Hotel

Attractions

Hongdae

0.2mi

Seodaemun Prison History Hall

2mi

Seoul Museum of History

2.6mi

63 Building (Golden Tower)

2.7mi

Gyeonghuigung Palace

2.8mi

War Memorial of Korea

3.1mi

Jongno

3.3mi

Dongdaemun Market and Gate (Heunginjimun)

4.6mi

Garosu-gil

5.9mi

Yeouido Park

6.4mi

Bukhansan National Park

7.3mi

Lotte World Aquarium

10.2mi

Paju Premium Outlets

19.3mi

Imjingak Park

25.2mi

Joint Security Area (Panmunjom)

30.8mi

Amenities of Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae, an IHG Hotel

Business center

Free wifi

Fitness center

Air conditioning

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Elevator

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)

Bidet

Stay rules - Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae, an IHG Hotel

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae, an IHG Hotel

At what times are check-in and check-out at Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae, an IHG Hotel?

Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae, an IHG Hotel accommodates check-ins starting from 03:00 PM and ending at 11:30 PM. The rooms should be vacated by 12:00 PM.

How much does a stay at Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae, an IHG Hotel cost?

Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae, an IHG Hotel offers accommodations starting at $104. Keep in mind, room types and dates might affect the final price. For specific rates, input your stay dates.

What are the room types available at Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae, an IHG Hotel?

The hotel offers various types of rooms including Superior Queen Room, Corner Queen Room, Deluxe King Room, Queen Room - Accessible, Superior Twin Room, Standard Queen Room, Superior Double or Twin Room, and Family Room. The rooms range in size from 194 sqft to 344 sqft. All rooms are non-smoking and can accommodate at least 2 adults and 1 child, with the Family Room being able to accommodate 3 adults and 2 children. The beds available in the rooms include Double beds, Twin beds, and King size beds.

What activities does Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae, an IHG Hotel offer?

center, On-site laundry facilities, Convenience store, Free buffet breakfast, Free Wi-Fi, 24-hour front desk, Daily housekeeping

Guests at Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae can enjoy their time at the hotel with a range of leisure amenities. The hotel features a fitness center, allowing guests to stay active during their stay. Additionally, the hotel offers a business center for those looking to work or hold meetings during their visit.

Other leisure amenities include on-site laundry facilities, making it convenient for guests to take care of any laundry needs. The hotel also has a convenience store, providing guests with the opportunity to pick up any necessities or snacks.

Guests can start their day off right with the complimentary buffet breakfast offered at the hotel. They can also stay connected during their stay with the free Wi-Fi provided.

With a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping, guests can relax and enjoy their time at the hotel, knowing that their needs will be taken care of.

What methods of payment does Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae, an IHG Hotel accept?

Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae, an IHG Hotel accepts various payment methods such as JCB, Diners Club, American Express, Mastercard, and Visa. However, it does not accept cash payments.