Mapo-gu Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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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Activities

DMZ sign in seoul

DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up

AU$54
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour

Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour

AU$46
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

AU$54
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour from Seoul: 3rd Tunnel, Dora Observatory & Defector Talk
Picture 6 for Activity Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike

Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike

AU$75
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike
Seoul: South Korea Roaming Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan

Seoul: South Korea Roaming Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan

AU$3
per traveller
74% of travellers recommend
Seoul: South Korea Roaming Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan
Seoul Lotte World Adventure Entry Ticket

Seoul Lotte World Adventure Admission Tickets with options

AU$61
per adult
Seoul Lotte World Adventure Admission Tickets with options
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Our pick of the best Mapo-gu Hotel Deals

Roynet Hotel Seoul Mapo

Roynet Hotel Seoul Mapo

3.5 out of 5
67, Mapo-daero, Mapo-gu Seoul
The price is AU$145 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
AU$145
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)
"Good"

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026

Roynet Hotel Seoul Mapo
Shilla Stay Mapo Hongdae

Shilla Stay Mapo Hongdae

4 out of 5
83 Mapo-daero, Mapo-gu Seoul
The price is AU$180 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
AU$180
22 Sept - 23 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 ...
Shilla Stay Mapo Hongdae
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 AU$248 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
AU$248
23 Sept - 24 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! (1,000 reviews)
"Great hotel. Clean and tidy. Great location, near subway station. Delicious breakfast with Korean food. The plugins are international, in case you forgot to bring your own."

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026

Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae by IHG
L7 HONGDAE by LOTTE HOTELS

L7 HONGDAE by LOTTE HOTELS

4 out of 5
141, Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu Seoul
The price is AU$225 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
AU$225
22 Sept - 23 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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,317 reviews)
"The staff was very good about cleaning the room, everyone was very helpful."

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

L7 HONGDAE by LOTTE HOTELS
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 AU$84 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
AU$84
30 Sept - 1 Oct
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.
9/10 Wonderful! (51 reviews)
"Location"

Reviewed on 5 Sept 2026

K-Grand Hostel Sinchon
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MAPO

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MAPO

4 out of 5
109, Mapo-daero, Mapo-gu Seoul Seoul
The price is AU$167 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
AU$167
22 Sept - 23 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,492 reviews)
"It was a great location & a very nice stay. I think charging so much extra for the pool is silly though. We definitely appreciated the bathtub."

Reviewed on 9 Sept 2026

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MAPO
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Our guide on where to stay in Mapo-gu

Find the best Mapo-gu areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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 cityscape with modern skyscrapers, including a distinctive curved building and a tall glass structure.

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 Hongdae Street, and catch the metro at Hongik University Station or Mangwon Station to see more of the area.

A modern architectural structure with a curved design and a tall building in the background.

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.
Photo by TM
Open Photo by TM

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

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