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Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae
188, Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu, Hongdae, Seoul, South Korea, 04051 - See map
Make your best journey to Seoul with the promised standard of IHG Clean Promise, and enjoy free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Conveniently situated in the Hongdae part of Seoul, this property puts you close to attractions and interesting dining options. Don't leave before paying a visit to the famous Gyeongbokgung Palace. Rated with 3.5 stars, this high-quality property provides guests with access to restaurant, fitness center and spa on-site.
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Safety Features
Staff trained in safety protocol
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Preventative Equipment
Hand sanitizer
Free face masks
Sterilizing equipment
Health and Medical
First aid kit
Doctor/nurse on call
Facilities
Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
Front desk [24-hour]
Luggage storage
Cash withdrawal
Breakfast [free]
Fitness center
Spa
Restaurants
Great Week in Hongdae/Seoul!”
I really enjoyed the Holiday Inn Express Hongdae. At first I just wanted a hotel that I had brand familiarity with; and once I actually got there I really thought I made the best choice. Location wise, it's wonderful b/c within a few minutes of walking you're either right in the Hongik University Train station or you're nearing the heart of Hongdae. For my week in Seoul, I was able to navigate easily throughout the city from this area with ease. The 2 Line of the Airport Railroad run from the station right next to the Hotel. Another convenience is that there are a good amount of stores right below the Hotel since the hotel resides a few floors above a mall known as Aekyung Tower. I enjoyed the complimentary Breakfast I received during my stay, the laundry room was very useful for just doing some quick laundry in case things got dirty, and just overall enjoy the space of the room. Overall, a wonderful experience here and I'd probably book here again if I end up wanting to go to Seoul again.
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Good location and hotel bed is wonderful ”
Just above the Hongik University station and straight line from airport via AREX in an hour at less than 5000krw. And has AK mall right below with a CU convenient store that’s open till late for any late night hunger cravings. Room is spacious and King bed was so huge that could sleep 3 M size adults very comfortably with 2 firm and 2 soft pillows to choose from. The only downside is no wardrobe space, just a bar for hanging clothes next to the small bar area. Comes with daily bottles of water, has a kettle for making coffee/tea with sachets provided. Amenities were basic, with just toothbrushes/paste, shower cap, sewing kit and wall mounted shampoo/shower gel. No bath tub which was fine for us as we prefer shower 🚿 The aircon/heater has a brain of its own. We stayed at level 15 and it was very quiet though we could sometimes hear people talking outside or next door if they are loud. Otherwise, it was fine. Breakfast options were almost repeated daily but otherwise tastes good. You can also ask for bento boxes to pack away the breakfast which many did. We enjoyed our stay there.
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the best choice in Hongdae”
The hotel is very convenience that came out no.5 exit of Hongdae station by subway airport line . Above the AK plaza that can shopping easily. The FO and HSKP staff are helpful with smile and willing to answer questions. The breakfast are delicious that some items would change everyday. I am looking forward to living Holiday Inn Express next time when I travel to Seoul.
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Pleasant and wonderful”
Stayed for 4 nights and we would like to say we really enjoyed our stay here. Breakfast buffet was amazing!!! Front office staffs were all extremely nice and spoke english fluently, definitely plus point for foreign travellers who can’t communicate in their local language. The housekeeper in charged of 15th floor was very diligent in making up our rooms (: Also, room comes with free netflix access!!!! Best stay ever!
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Very very very very convenient ”
-18 degrees and we took 4 large luggage One-way direct train to and from Incheon airport, all of us don't have to take extra clothes from the plane to the hotel - Just next to Hongik station exit 5 -Artbox and shopping mall just connected to the hotel and Hongdae shopping street
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The breakfast was good! Love the way the staff there seeing how efficient the staff were especially the young men that managed the whole dining area by himself. The chef and other staff also tried to ”
The housekeeping staff were excellent! Love the way they tried to communicate with us and did the cleaning so well.
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Great Location”
Located a few minutes away from the metro station, it is ideal for anyone looking to travel within Seoul. The hotel is located in Hongdae so there is lots to do even without hopping on a train. Amazing restaurants and cafes everywhere. The hotel was clean and comfortable. Would definitely stay again.
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Will be back! ”
Loved the location - not having to walk far from AREX was the best, with escalators leading up and down. Stayed there for 4 nights, a bit tight but still sufficient space for my sister and I to move around. Room was very clean and felt newly refurbished. Will recommend to others!
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Perfect location”
Stayed here for 5 nights, my boyfriend and i had big luggages so it was a perfect choice for us because it was one train ride from the airport no need to change trains with our big luggages. There were a lot of good restaurants in the area so we didnt have a problem eating during lunch and dinner for breakfast we had the buffet. The cafe nearby is also good! We will definitely stay here again!
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Great hotel”
This was a really nice hotel right in a perfect location in hongdae. The room is small but clean modern and comfortable. There weren’t as many amenities provided as I expected, but still okay. The breakfast buffet was nice. Definitely worth it for that. The staff are helpful and professional. I had forgotten something in the room and sent an email and received a prompt reply and was able to go pick it up from the hotel. I would stay here again if I wanted another nice hotel experience especially for being in hongdae.
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Great”
Great breakfast, great check in experience, great staff. Rooms are clean, modern, and spacious. Housekeeping is a bit .. bothersome as they awoke my lazy butt at 10am by repeatedly pressing the door bell. Mind you they don't have those "do not disturb" door hangers so make sure you call front desk if you would like to sleep in. They awoke me the next morning as well. As the building is built on top of two major subway lines, it does make train noises from time to time but nothing too bad that would make me from re-booking this place. Fitness room was entirely closed due to Covid so check in advance if you were planning to work out.
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Nice location!”
The hotel is near exit 5 of AREX and exit4 of MRT line2. There is a convenience store on the first floor. The double room size is enough for two adults. However, the variety of breakfast is relatively small.
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Exceptional”
Stayed here for 4 nights!!! Just beside Hongik Univ Station Exit 4 and 8. No problem if you have luggages because both exits have escalators. Food was okay. It could get a bit tiring eating the same thing everyday. There were little variations but as long as you were full for the day, right? Staff was very helpful! 10/10 would recommend. :)
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Exceptional”
We were checking in early from a red eye flight. The staff was kindly enough to let us check in early with a small fee-price was quite reasonable. As it’s a last minute plan to visit Korea, holiday inn express was one of the choice we have and I’m definitely coming back for my next visit. It’s located just right beside exit 5 from AREX line, convenient to line 2 either. A short walk to Hong Dae area and walkable to shin chon.
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My best of three hotels in Hongdae”
During my 10-day travel, I stayed at 3 different hotels in Hongdae . I like HolidayInnExpress the most because 1) the location is perfect, which is near to subway exit 4,5 and connected with shopping mall as well as convenience store; 2) I can see N-tower in my room; 3) breakfast buffets are included.
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Good location”
Hongdae uni station exit no.5, with escalator, just 20 seconds then reach hotel, very close to hongdae shopping area, there is Daiso, convenient store, restaurants surrounding
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Location Location Location !!”
The hotel is very conveniently located right at exit 5 of Hongdae station (AREX line) from the airport, without the need to lug your luggages and walk for miles to change lines to reach the hotel. Excellent facilities in room and the surroundings full of eating places, boutiques and other shops in the Hongdae neighbourhood!! Eat and shop to your heart's content !!
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Location was great right next to Exit 5 Hongdae Station”
Location: Amazing just right next to the station staff: very quick response, the hair dryer in the room was not working we call reception and the handy man came to fix it with in 5 mins Breakfast: variety and taste good Room space abit small but not a big deal
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Best location good service”
Valuable for my stay with best service and location
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Location, location, location!”
Hotel is situated right above Hongdae station from Airport (exit 5) and well connected to Line #2 (Green) that is well connected to rest of Seoul. There are bus stations right outside the hotel and taxi drivers can easily find the hotel via navigation. Staffs were friendly and the breakfast were good!
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