Mapo-gu — home to Hongdae, Sinchon, and Hapjeong — is Seoul's youth and arts district, defined by its university population, live music venues, and creative energy. The food scene is diverse, affordable, and experimental: trendy cafés, late-night pojangmacha, global street food, and boundary-pushing restaurants all compete for attention in this perpetually buzzing neighbourhood.
Good stay at Dream House! We got the Standard double room and soace is okay for us couple and opening our 2 luggages. They allow to leave luggage if you arrive early. There’s free refill of water at the pantry area. I love how the shower room has glass divider so the whole toilet area will not get wet unlike usual small hotels in Korea. Location is in the middle of 2 subway stations - quite a walk from Hongik and Hapjeong station but manageable. If you prefer taking bus, there is one near as well. Several cute cafes in the area and CU and 7/11 are nearby. :)
Friendly and helpful front desk. The rooms have all the basic necessities one would expect, but the soundproofing needs work; I was able hear the TV, thuds and conversations coming from the room next to mine until very late at night. I’d suggest bringing earplugs if you’re a light sleeper.
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