10 Best Hongdae Hotels & Stays That Are Highly Rated & Strategically Located
Searching for the best Hongdae hotels and stays for your trip to Seoul? Take your pick from our list!
Hongdae is a neighborhood in Seoul near Hongik University popular among students as it is dotted with many cafes, restaurants, shops as well as hotels and stays for different budgets.
On our Korea spring trip, we sampled some Korean street food, bought Korean souvenirs, and even watched live street performances in Hongdae.
With its central location and accessibility to almost everything, we must say that Hongdae is one of the best places to stay in Seoul. If you’re interested in making it your base for your Seoul exploration, we’ve listed down some of the best Hongdae hotels and stays with good reviews and strategic locations.
Best luxury hotels in Hongdae, Seoul for upscale living
These top-class Hongdae hotels offer utmost luxury and comfort.
1. RYSE, Autograph Collection
RYSE, Autograph Collection is on top of our list of the best hotels in Hongdae as it embodies the true charm of Hongdae: vibrant, trendy, and artsy. This high-end Hongdae hotel features beautiful rooms that suit your creative fancy: Creator Room, Editor Room, Director Suite, Producer Suite, Artist Suite, and Executive Producer Suite.
Beyond the hotel’s distinct features, guests particularly adore the staff’s excellent hospitality and professionalism, ensuring a comfortable and memorable stay in Hongdae.
Address: 130 Yanghwa-ro, Hongdae, Seoul, South Korea, 04038
Rates: From US$184 / night (Creator Room good for 2 pax)
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BOOK RYSE HOTEL
2. Mercure Ambassador Seoul Hongdae
Mercure Ambassador Seoul Hongdae is one of the high-class Hongdae hotels featuring 270 modern rooms, an in-house restaurant and bar, a well-equipped gym, and a coin laundry.
Guests truly love the hotel’s extremely accessible location, right next to Hongik University Station (Exit 9) and a short walk to Hongdae’s tourist draws including local markets, galleries, cafes, restaurants, and trendy shops.
Address: 141 Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu, Hongdae, Seoul, South Korea, 04050
Rates: From US$155 / night (Standard Room good for 2 pax)
Book: Agoda; Booking.com; Klook
BOOK MERCURE AMBASSADOR
3. Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae
Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae is a chain hotel in Hongdae featuring contemporary rooms, an onsite restaurant, and a sophisticated fitness center. It is also just a few steps away from Hongik University Station and many shops, cafes, and restaurants in both Hongdae and Sinchon.
Aside from its strategic location, guests applaud the hotel’s friendly and helpful staff, making them feel well taken care of during their stay.
Address: 188 Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu, Hongdae, Seoul, South Korea, 04051
Rates: From US$171 / night (Standard Room good for 2 pax)
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BOOK HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS
4. L7 Hongdae by LOTTE
As with any other LOTTE hotel, expect nothing but top-quality experience at L7 Hongdae. It features opulent amenities including a fitness center, a swimming pool, and on-site restaurants.
On top of its modern facilities, this Hongdae hotel is highly rated by guests for its strategic location, close to Hongdae Street which is lined with restaurants, cafes, and shops. Everything is literally within your reach if you stay here.
Address: 141 Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu, Hongdae, Seoul, South Korea, 121-210
Rates: From US$152 / night (Double Room good for 2 pax)
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BOOK L7 HONGDAE
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5. Local Stitch Creator Town Seogyo
Local Stitch Creator Town Seogyo is part of the LOTTE hotel brand that brings the local experience with its co-working and co-living facilities including communal kitchens, fitness centers, libraries, and rooftop gardens where you can do yoga.
Every aspect of this complex is well-thought-of and aesthetically pleasing, making it one of the best places to stay in Hongdae for hipsters and creatives.
Address: 41 World Cup buk-ro 5-gil, Hongdae, Seoul, South Korea, 04002
Rates: From US$173 / night (Stitch Standard Room good for 2 pax)
Book: Agoda; Booking.com; Klook
BOOK LOCAL STITCH
6. Nine Brick Hotel
Nine Brick Hotel will surely bring out your inner artist with its eccentric urban style design and warm, earthy tones. This boutique hotel in Hongdae features rooms with soundproof windows and a restaurant serving Italian cuisine.
On top of all these unique features, guests like the hotel’s central location, just a walking distance to Hongik University Station and Hongdae Street.
Address: 32 Hongik-ro, 5-gil, Mapo-gu, Hongdae, Seoul, South Korea, 04038
Rates: From US$90 / night (Superior Room good for 2 pax)
Book: Agoda; Booking.com; Klook
BOOK NINE BRICK HOTEL
7. Junibino Hotel Hongdae
It’s hard not to notice Junibino Hotel Hongdae with its atypical building structure. As if the exterior is not special enough, wait until you enter the hotel where a modern industrial atmosphere awaits you.
This stylish Hongdae hotel is strategically located near Hapjeong Station, making it accessible to almost everything you could ask for in a Hongdae experience.
Address: Yanghwajin-2gil 31 Mapo-gu, Hongdae, Seoul, South Korea, 04084
Rates: From US$75 / night (Deluxe Room good for 2 pax)
Book: Agoda; Booking.com; Klook
BOOK JUNIBINO HOTEL
Affordable Hongdae stays if you’re on a budget
Stay at any of these budget-friendly Hongdae homes if you want to save on accommodation costs.
8. Good Guesthouse
You’ll undoubtedly have a “good” stay at the Good Guesthouse with its homey ambiance and furniture like that of a typical Korean home.
Guests praise the delicious Korean breakfast and the peace and quiet here despite being located in the middle of Hongdae’s vibrant neighborhood.
Address: 1F, 31-7, World Cup buk-ro, 6-gil, Mapo-gu, Hongdae, Seoul, South Korea, 03991
Rates: From US$65 / night (Twin Room good for 2 pax)
Book: Agoda; Booking.com
BOOK GOOD GUESTHOUSE
9. Homestay near Sangsu Station
Traveling with a group of friends? You might want to stay in this private villa near Sangsu Station that can accommodate up to 6 people. It has all the amenities of a cozy home including a kitchen and a washing area.
Many guests appreciate this homestay’s strategic location and good value for money, making it one of the best budget-friendly places to stay in Hongdae.
Address: Hongdae, Seoul, South Korea
Rates: From US$57 / night (Private Villa good for 6 pax)
Book: Agoda
BOOK THIS HOMESTAY
10. Bonnenuit
Bonnenuit is popular among families and those traveling kids as it definitely feels like a real home that can fit up to 9 people. It has a fully equipped kitchen with a refrigerator, a microwave, a stove, and kitchenware.
Although you can cook here, the surrounding area has many cafes, restaurants, and convenience stores, so food will never be an issue.
Address: Hongdae, Seoul, South Korea
Rates: From US$103 / night (Entire House good for 9 pax)
Book: Agoda
BOOK BONNENUIT
These are just some of the best Hongdae hotels and stays to call your home in Seoul. So, which one will you pick?
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