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Hongdae & Mapo.

Seoul's young, music-driven west side; two design hotels above the busking and clubs, both easy to book.

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in Hongdae & Mapo
MEDIAN SCORE
29
of 100
TIER MIX
ACC 2

Hongdae takes its name and its energy from Hongik University, whose art school set the tone for the whole western district.

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2 HOTELS SHOWN
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RYSE, Autograph Collection
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RYSE, Autograph Collection

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Hongdae & Mapo
272 ROOMS · $$$
Local Stitch Creator Town Seogyo
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Local Stitch Creator Town Seogyo

18
Hongdae & Mapo
184 ROOMS · $$$
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