What makes it 79% Couple-Friendly: King/queen rooms with city view and blackout shades ensure privacy; free breakfast and lobby bar ease shared moments; steps to Hongdae nightlife; lacking spa or in-room tub slightly reduces romance.
Hongik Univ. Station: 100 m (1 min walk)
Line 2 and Airport Railroad access Seoul and Gimpo Airport quickly.
AK PLAZA Hongdae: <100 m (1 min walk)
Multi-level mall with fashion brands, cafés, and a rooftop terrace.
Tip: Visit the rooftop for views of Hongdae’s skyline.
Hongdae Shopping Street: 220 m (3 min walk)
Bustling street lined with K-pop–inspired boutiques and street food stalls.
Tip: Stop by after sunset for neon lights and live buskers.
Yeontral Park (Gyeongui Line Forest Park): 450 m (5 min walk)
Linear green path featuring street performances and pop-up cafés.
Tip: Go at dusk to catch live music performances.
Express Start Breakfast:
Buffet breakfast served daily 06:30–09:30 in the Great Room.
Free Wi-Fi:
High-speed internet access in rooms and public areas.
Fitness Centre:
24-hour gym with cardio machines and free weights.
Luggage Storage:
Secure storage available at the 24-hour front desk.
Business Centre:
Self-service printing and copying available around the clock.
Lobby Bar:
Bar serving beverages and light bites in the Great Room.
Currency Exchange:
Foreign exchange at front desk using bank rates.
Convenience Kiosk:
On-site kiosk for snacks, drinks, and travel essentials.
Step-free access in all public areas. Elevators serve every floor. Wheelchairs available at reception.

David Ty
the only thing really good about this place is its proximity to the MRT. if you stay here ask for a room with a proper window bec they have rooms that face the indoor atrium instead with no natural light nor natural ventilation (this is illegal in most countries, not sure about seoul). no natural light means your body’s natural circadian rhythm will be disrupted, and no natural ventilation means t...
Gaëlle T
Nice location, nice room but temperature way too hot in the 1st room... 27,5°C inside versus -11°C outside... And no possibility to cool down the room temperature. But the hotel team was able to change our room for a new one having widows on the outside (and not on the inside hall), it was way better ! Thanks a lot !
Patt Vana-Ukrit
Central location makes traveling very convenient (near metro green line, CU convenience store downstairs, link to AK Plaza, and many shops and restaurants nearby). Room is quite spacious, with a nice view of the city. Beds, pillows, and blankets are comfortable. Breakfast being included in the price is great, and I like how the hot food changes every day so it’s not repetitive. Service could be be...
Caroline
Wonderful service, front desk lady was so seeet and welcoming upon checking in. :) My original room had an egg like odor, so I called and they quickly responded by upgrading me to a better room. They also helped me with my bags - thank you to Manager Aaron(?) on Dec 10th + late checkout with Platinum status + free breakfast from 6:30am-9:30am + amazing location! Right next to Exit 5 Hongik Univ ...
Andrew Pustina
Stayed here on our first visit to Seoul. The hotel staff and accommodation was great. The room was clean and the shower was hot and had decent pressure. It was also very quiet in the room and the surrounding area, considering its proximity to Hongdae. The hotel was located next to several transit stations, getting to seoul station was only 10 min by subway. There were also lots of bus options to ...
Address: Aekyung Tower, 188 양화로 Mapo-Gu, 마포구 서울특별시 South Korea
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Take the Airport Railroad (AREX) or Metro Line 2 to Hongik Univ. Station. Exit and walk about 100 m (1 min) to the hotel.
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