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.

Stay near popular Mapo-gu attractions

Activities


Our pick of the best Mapo-gu Hotel Deals

Glad Mapo

Glad Mapo

3.5 out of 5
92, Mapo-daero, Mapo-gu Seoul Mapo
The price is NZ$245 per night from 23 July to 24 July
NZ$245
23 July - 24 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Quite good experience with Mapo"

Reviewed on 18 June 2026

Glad Mapo
Roynet Hotel Seoul Mapo

Roynet Hotel Seoul Mapo

3.5 out of 5
67, Mapo-daero, Mapo-gu Seoul
The price is NZ$207 per night from 30 July to 31 July
NZ$207
30 July - 31 July
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,147 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 28 June 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 NZ$296 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
NZ$296
5 Aug - 6 Aug
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! (1,003 reviews)
"Perfect location, super clean, everything you need."

Reviewed on 5 July 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 NZ$201 per night from 15 July to 16 July
NZ$201
15 July - 16 July
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! (1,149 reviews)
"Location was great, easy to travel to anywhere"

Reviewed on 3 July 2026

Shilla Stay Mapo Hongdae
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MAPO

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MAPO

4 out of 5
109, Mapo-daero, Mapo-gu Seoul Seoul
The price is NZ$214 per night from 15 July to 16 July
NZ$214
15 July - 16 July
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! (1,467 reviews)
"Nice hotel, convenient to everything."

Reviewed on 5 July 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 NZ$334 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
NZ$334
5 Aug - 6 Aug
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! (1,320 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 5 July 2026

L7 HONGDAE by LOTTE HOTELS
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Our guide on where to stay in Mapo-gu

Find the best Mapo-gu areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Mapo-gu
Learn more about Mapo-gu

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.

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 Seven Luck Casino Seoul Gangnam Branch. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Cheongdam Station or Gangnam-gu Office Station.

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.

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.

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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