Shilla Stay Mapo (Hongdae)

Excellent service, very good room with the best sunset view 🌟😍 As we stayed many nights, we were offered 1 buffet breakfast as well as some treats/presents on our second day... Really nice experience with warm and welcoming staff. Facilities are great and location perfect, just 5 min walking to subway and many bus stops! I really recommend everyone to stay at Shilla in Mapo. Price is also very reasonable considering all that is included.

The receptionist was very nice. We arrived at 10 AM and were allowed to check in early, which we really appreciated. The room was a bit small for two people with medium sized suitcases, but it was very clean and well-maintained. Housekeeping does not automatically replace the bed sheets or bathrobes every day unless you request it. However, towels are replaced daily. When booking, I requested a room that was not on the corner, but we were assigned a corner room instead. However, this was not a major issue. There are 2 convenience stores next to the hotel, making it easy to buy anything you need. The hotel is also conveniently located near a bus stop and Gongdeok Station (Exit 1). If you're traveling with large luggage, there is an elevator at Exit 5, although you'll need to cross the street to access it. Overall, we had a very nice stay.

The hotel is just walking distance to metro as well as airport express rail making it so convenient. You can take the airport train to the hotel, which only cost 1/3 of airport express bus. Behind the hotel is the beautiful Gyeongui Line Park (attached photos) where you can have your morning jog or evening walk. It is connected to the latest happening Yeongnam park near Hongdae. But you have to walk for 2.7km to reach there. However, it is a very nice walk if you like to stroll through parks. Room itself is clean and tidy. Only thing to improve is the breakfast. Although the variety is good, all the food is exactly the same every day. You will get bored after your 3rd morning. Even there is no change of fruits, everyday orange, banana and frozen persimmon.

The location of the hotel is extremely convenient, just one subway stop away from both Hongdae and Myeongdong, which made getting around the city very easy. Right across the street from the hotel is a true food paradise, offering a wide variety of dining options. Every place we tried had excellent service, which really added to the overall experience. I also really enjoyed the view from the hotel, which made our stay even more pleasant and relaxing. The hotel service itself was outstanding. We arrived early in the morning, around 10 a.m., and the staff were incredibly kind and accommodating. They allowed us to check in shortly after arrival without any extra fees or complications, which we truly appreciated after a long trip. Overall, the combination of location, nearby food options, great views, and exceptional service made this stay very enjoyable.