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About the Hotel

188 Yanghwa-Ro, Seoul, South Korea, 04052
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Steps from Hongik University Station
Perfect
8.7
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4.6
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Location

Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae is strategically located in the Hongdae district, one minute away from Exit 5 of Hongik University Station. This convenient location allows easy access to Incheon International Airport through the airport railroad. Additionally, the hotel is connected to AK Plaza shopping mall and is a short walk from a diverse selection of dining and entertainment options.

Rooms

The hotel offers 294 guest rooms, each designed with high-quality bedding and cozy interiors to enhance guest comfort. Each room is equipped with a pillow menu, allowing guests to choose from soft and firm pillows for a restful night's sleep. Views of the Hongdae city landscape are provided from select rooms, contributing to a unique urban experience.

Dining

Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae features the Sunset Cloud lunch buffet, which includes a variety of Korean, Chinese, and Western dishes available daily from 12 PM to 2 PM. The hotel also offers an Express Start Breakfast that serves a selection of hot and fresh options to begin the day. For a convenient beverage option, guests can enjoy drinks at the Great Room Bar.

Business Services

The hotel has a self-service Business Centre, accommodating up to 30 seats in two meeting rooms that can be combined for larger gatherings. Guests can access various business essentials, including printing, copying, and scanning services. This setup ensures that business travelers have access to necessary facilities without leaving the premises.

Wellness

The hotel provides a complimentary 24-hour Fitness Centre, equipped with free weights, treadmills, and elliptical machines for guest use. This facility is open from 6 AM to 10 PM, allowing guests flexibility in their workout schedules. The Fitness Centre is ideal for travelers wishing to maintain their exercise routines while away from home.

Highlights

Location: Minutes from popular shopping and dining

Rooms: 294 guest rooms with Hongdae views

Dining: Sunset Cloud lunch buffet available

Business: Meeting rooms accommodating up to 30 seats

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Standard Room Three Single Beds
2 persons
20 m² 
3 Single beds
Shower
Standard King Room
2 persons
20 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Standard Queen Room Two Queen Beds
2 persons
23 m² 
2 King Size Beds
Shower
Standard Room
2 persons
20 m² 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre
Seoul 4.7 km
Airports
Gimpo (GMP) 13.3 km
Train
Seoul Station 3.9 km
Yeongdeungpo Station 5.0 km
Underground
Hongik Univ.200 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Currency exchange
  • Coffee shop
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Housekeeping

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

188 Yanghwa-Ro, Seoul, South Korea, 04052
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188 Yanghwa-Ro, Seoul, South Korea, 04052
Nearby
Park
Gyeongui Line Forest Park
490 m
Market
Dongjin Flea Market
490 m
Park
Yeun-nam Central Park
490 m
Restaurants
James Cheese Back Ribs Hongdae Station Exit 8
210 m
145-1
Shim's Tapas Dos
160 m
1F 175-16 Donggyo-dong
Hino Ke
130 m
147-1
Chilbaek Restaurant
150 m
22-6
Hong's Jjukkumi
170 m
146
Hongik Charcoal Fire Ribs
200 m
146-1
Fukuoka Hamburger
290 m
6
Tailor Coffee
230 m
46
BBQ Chicken and Beer
310 m
19-20
Noonaholdak Hongdae
340 m
129
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:30
Check-out
until 12 pm
Guest Parking
No parking available.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Breakfast
At the hotel Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae By Ihg guests are invited to a full breakfast served for free. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, Japanese, Chinese, Korean
Number of floors:
10
Number of rooms:
342
Former name
holiday inn express seoul hongdae, an ihg hotel
Questions of the users
About Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae By Ihg
Are connecting rooms available for guests who prefer both double and twin beds?
10 January 2024
Connecting rooms can be arranged for guests with separate bookings for twin and double beds. Notification to the hotel is appreciated after making the reservations to ensure this request is noted in advance.
Can guests remain in their room while waiting for their PCR test results upon arrival?
15 February 2024
Yes, guests can stay in the room while awaiting PCR test results, provided the test certificate is presented to the hotel staff within 12 hours.
What are the laundry service fees, and is there a dryer available?
20 March 2024
The laundry service costs KRW 4,000 for washing, drying, and detergent. All services are available for guest use.
Is it feasible for a family of four, including three children, to stay in a single family room?
25 April 2024
Booking a single family room is possible; however, it might feel a bit cramped with a double and single bed.
Is parking available for guests, and what are the associated costs?
30 May 2024
On-site parking is not available, but guests can use a nearby underground parking facility at YZ PARK (Lotte Cinema Hongdae) and receive a discount of KRW 10,000 for 24 hours.
Is it acceptable to store luggage at the hotel before check-in?
5 June 2024
Yes, the hotel offers complimentary luggage storage for guests, which can be utilized before check-in.
What time does breakfast typically start and finish at the hotel?
12 July 2024
Breakfast is served from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM, providing a range of options for all guests.
Does the hotel have a policy for accepting pets?
18 August 2024
The hotel does not permit pets. This includes service animals, as guided by hotel regulations.
What options are available for transport to and from Incheon airport?
22 September 2024
The best public transport option is the airport railway, which provides a straightforward route to the hotel with only 9 stops from the airport to Hongik University Station.
Are there any facilities available for guests who wish to work while staying?
29 October 2024
A self-service Business Centre is available on-site that includes printing, copying, and scanning services to accommodate any business needs.
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