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Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae by IHG

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Seoul World Cup Stadium

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A modern hotel with a rooftop patio area featuring outdoor seating and a view of the cityscape.
A modern breakfast area with a long counter displaying pastries, coffee machines, and a buffet.
Exterior
A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a TV, and a city view through large windows.
A Holiday Inn Express hotel with a modern glass facade, located in a cityscape at dusk.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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188 Yanghwa-ro, Seoul, Seoul, 04052
  • Place, Gyeongui Line Forest Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Hongdae Street
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Hongik University
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Seoul (ICN-Incheon Intl.)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (Free Breakfast)

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, cribs (free)

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (Free Breakfast)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)
  • City view
  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Extra Floor Space with Free Breakfast)

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a map on the wall, and a door leading to another room.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Extra Floor Space with Free Breakfast)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(37 reviews)
  • City view
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, Multiple Beds (Free Breakfast)

A hotel room with two beds, a large wall mural, a TV, and a city view.

Standard Room, Multiple Beds (Free Breakfast)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • City view
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Free Breakfast)

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a map on the wall, and a door leading to another room.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Free Breakfast)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View (Free Breakfast)

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a TV, and a city view through large windows.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View (Free Breakfast)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Inner Room with Free Breakfast)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Inner Room with Free Breakfast) | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, cribs (free)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Inner Room with Free Breakfast)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room (Free Breakfast)

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a map on the wall, and a door leading to another room.

Standard Room (Free Breakfast)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Free Breakfast)

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a map on the wall, and a door leading to another room.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Free Breakfast)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Free Breakfast)

A hotel room with two beds, a large cityscape mural, a television, and a view of the city through large windows.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Free Breakfast)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 3 Twin Beds (Free Breakfast)

A hotel room with three beds, a minibar, a TV, and a city view.

Standard Room, 3 Twin Beds (Free Breakfast)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE TWO DOUBLE BEDS

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for 2 Queen Standard With Free Breakfast

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, cribs (free)

2 Queen Standard With Free Breakfast

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE TWO QUEEN BEDS

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Seoul

Hongdae stay.A stay at this Hongdae hotel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Seoul World Cup Stadium and 6 miles (10 km) of War Memorial of Korea. Gyeongbokgung Palace and Namsan Mountain Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Gyeongui Line Forest Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • StyleNanda Flagship store - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Hongdae Street - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Hongik University - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Yonsei University - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Hongik University Station - 1 min walk
  • Haengsin Station - 13 min drive
  • Incheon Intl. Airport (ICN) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shake Shack - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪millo coffee roasters - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪개미집 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Balcony Garden - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae by IHG

4-star hotel near Seoul World Cup Stadium
There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is available daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and a meeting room. The business-friendly Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae by IHG also features multilingual staff, laundry facilities, and shopping on site.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Seoul hotel.

  • 294 guestrooms or units
  • 10 levels
  • Built in 2018
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Onsite shopping
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae by IHG offers 294 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. A pillow menu is available. LED televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and bidets.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Shopping mall

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LED TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: KRW 55000

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 7 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out fee: KRW 55000 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • One child 7 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Hongdae Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Hongdae

Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae by IHG is 12.1 mi (33-min drive) away from the Gimpo Intl. Airport (GMP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae by IHG?

As of Aug 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae by IHG on Aug 30, 2026 start from $152, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae by IHG.

Does Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae by IHG offers free buffet breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Seven Luck Casino Millennium Seoul Hilton Branch (6-min drive) and Seven Luck Casino Seoul Gangnam Branch (15-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae by IHG?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae by IHG does not have a pool.

Does Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae by IHG have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae by IHG to downtown Seoul?

Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae by IHG is 2.9 mi away from Seoul.

Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 604 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 300 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 62 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1005 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul O

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous location! Breakfast delicious. Great for families.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Calvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to go anywhere. Very family friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay!!!!! Employees are fantastic. Especially David, but all are great! Rooms are great breakfast is amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Suzy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and helpful staff in a great location
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast options were excellent, as they offered a variety of fresh fruit, vegetables and plenty of hearty options. The hotel was surrounded by plenty of shopping and numerous restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chan Wing

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, conveniently located above subway station. Clean rooms, good breakfast. Recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

wu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location; clean room; nice breakfast; friendly staffs
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sin Yee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff are warm and friendly
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this hotel! The locat
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hoi Kiu Haydn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, staff was able to store packages, breakfast was convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kayla

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very nice and courteous. Would definitely stay at this location again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yi-Fan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff members were very helpful and professional. Facility is very clean.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nghia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and very spacious. I chose the queen bed with extra floor space option and it was very spacious. The breakfast was decent and staff were all very friendly and helpful. Spoke amazing English.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Abimbola M

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location and clean rooms. The hotel is directly connected to Hongik University Station, which made travel around Seoul easy and the Airport Express train stops at this station with one of its exits providing elevator access to the hotel. Also, loved being able to step outside and immediately be in the heart of Hongdae’s nightlife, restaurants, and shopping streets. Despite the busy area, the room was quiet and restful. Breakfast was fresh with local and western options.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Savanny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast buffet, clean room, comfortable beds and amazing friendly staff all around!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This HIE property was very nice. It was in a large mall next to a train station used by college students
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Must place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Courteous staff, clean room, great location
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is very convenient and the room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

SINYEE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
nice staff, very clean room and great location
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Myeongsuk

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms, furniture, and amenities were extremely limited for how much the hotel costed
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

SUK MUN ANNY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The services were good.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

harold

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast excellent, clean and professional people,bed and pillows are confortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was 3 of us traveling together, so needed a room with 3 beds and Holiday Inn provided this which was awesome. The location was great, right next to a subway station and a shopping mall too!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025