Mercure Ambassador Seoul Hongdae

4.0 star property
Central hotel with a restaurant connected to a shopping center in Seoul
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Exterior
Front of property
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Superior) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk
Breakfast served, Korean cuisine
Fitness facility

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services

Explore the area

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144, Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul, 04050
  • Place, Hongdae Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Hongik University
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, KT&G Sangsangmadang Hongdae
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Seoul (ICN-Incheon Intl.)
    ‪63 min drive‬
VIP Access
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Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • 208 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Superior)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Twin Beds, Balcony (Superior)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • 230 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, Multiple Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 310 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Superior Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 230 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Room, 3 Twin Beds

  • 230 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Seoul

Located in Hongdae, Mercure Ambassador Seoul Hongdae is adjacent to Hongdae Street and within a 5-minute walk of Hongik University. This 270-room, 4-star hotel welcomes guests with a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and a gym. It's connected to a shopping center in central Seoul and also close to Lotte Outlets Seoul Station and Namdaemun Market.

What's nearby

  • Hongdae Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Trickeye Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Hongik University - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • KT&G Sangsangmadang Hongdae - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Yonsei University - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Hongik University Station - 1 min walk
  • Seoul Station - 15 min drive
  • Incheon Intl. Airport (ICN) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sulbing - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Western Fried Rice 철판 볶음 전문점 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪뜻밖에 양꼬치 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Roof Cat Me Cat Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Halal Guys - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Mercure Ambassador Seoul Hongdae

Central hotel with a restaurant connected to a shopping center in Seoul
Guests of Mercure Ambassador Seoul Hongdae enjoy a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and conference space. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with dry cleaning/laundry, securing valuables, and tours or tickets. Additional amenities include a business center, a computer station, and express check-in.
49-inch LCD TVs come with satellite channels and Netflix, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries. IPod docks, sitting areas, and coffee makers are also available. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: KRW 27,500 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Tian mimi
  • Tian mimi

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Gym
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 689 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • 19 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 2020
  • Communal living room
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reception hall
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 49-inch LCD TV with satellite channels
  • iPod dock
  • MP3 dock
  • Netflix
  • Pay movies
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property serves buffet breakfast (surcharged) on Saturday and Sunday.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately KRW 27500 per person
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 20
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Mercure Ambassador Seoul Hongdae Hotel
Mercure Ambassador Seoul Hongdae Seoul
Mercure Ambassador Seoul Hongdae Hotel Seoul
Mercure Ambassador Seoul Hongdae (Opening July 2020)
Mercure Ambassador Seoul Hongdae (Opening April 2020)

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Mercure Ambassador Seoul Hongdae?

Mercure Ambassador Seoul Hongdae provides free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Mercure Ambassador Seoul Hongdae?

As of Dec 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mercure Ambassador Seoul Hongdae on Jan 8, 2026 start from $111.22, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do close to Mercure Ambassador Seoul Hongdae?

This hotel is situated in Hongdae within a 10-minute walk of Hongdae Street and KT&G Sangsangmadang Hongdae. You'll also find Myeongdong Street and Lotte Outlets Seoul Station within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Mercure Ambassador Seoul Hongdae?

Bicycle parking is also available for guests.

Does Mercure Ambassador Seoul Hongdae include a casino on the premises?

No, Mercure Ambassador Seoul Hongdae doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Mercure Ambassador Seoul Hongdae?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Mercure Ambassador Seoul Hongdae?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include premium bedding, Netflix, and bathrobes.

Are there hot tubs at Mercure Ambassador Seoul Hongdae?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Mercure Ambassador Seoul Hongdae feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Mercure Ambassador Seoul Hongdae serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Tian mimi.

Does Mercure Ambassador Seoul Hongdae allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Mercure Ambassador Seoul Hongdae though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Mercure Ambassador Seoul Hongdae?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Mercure Ambassador Seoul Hongdae?

The closest major airport to Mercure Ambassador Seoul Hongdae is Gimpo Intl. Airport (GMP), which is 11.6 mi away (33 minutes by car). Another top airport is Incheon Intl. Airport (ICN), which is around 27.2 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Mercure Ambassador Seoul Hongdae?

Yes, some guestrooms at Mercure Ambassador Seoul Hongdae offer a balcony and may feature city views.

Mercure Ambassador Seoul Hongdae Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 707 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 221 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 49 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 1000 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We used this hotel as a base for our stay in Seoul. We were made very welcome at check in by Lyn Woo and asked if there was anything they could do for us. Nice hotel in a good location with access to transport very easy.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hiu Ting

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was well cleaned and staff friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chun Peng

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good location!

The stay overall was good though the room is small. Location wise is really good and surrounding have many eateries and shops. Near MRT
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yoo Jin

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arghavan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kalia Rae

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great and very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Peter

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed wrongly thinking that it has a swimming pool because Google map exhibit photo of a pool which was incorrect. Excellent location Towel felt dirty and found a live centipede in the room The staffs were polite and sincere but hotel needs renovation.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Javier De

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was in the center of all stores and near the subway station easy to access. Very friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheng Imm

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent place to stay in Seoul!

Great staff and location! Comfortable beds and a really quiet building in the heart of the action! The staff were so nice too!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

IDA

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location and comfortable bed

I've stayed in Mercure Seoul Hongdae last year and this time I stayed for 5 nights with family friends.I like this hotel because of the great location in Hongdae. The bed is comfortable and room is clean. Everything is great here. We will come back again here again if we stay in Seoul.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Johnny

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Treveion

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good spot for Hongdae, far from other sites

If you want to be in the Hongdae region of Seoul, this hotel is incredibly well positioned. It is right in the middle of the central area there that is always busy, with all the activity just a block away. That said, if you are trying to see a lot of the different areas of the city, Hongdae is a bit out of the way, and you will spend a lot of time in transport going to see other sites. Seoul is geographically massive. As far as the hotel goes, we thought it was pretty good. The rooms were largely comfortable, but it was very hot outside and the AC had a guard on it that kept us from lowering it to the temperature we preferred. That was coupled with very warm blankets that didn’t fit the season, though the beds and pillows were comfortable. The rooms were relatively spacious, however, and the bathrooms were really nice. Plus, our room had a great view. We had mixed opinions among the five of us on the breakfast – some thought it was really good, others didn’t. It varied a lot day-to-day and whether you hit at a time that the food had been refreshed, which was not frequent enough. That said x they did have a few really good dishes. My one wish was that they had a real concierge who could help guide activity and restaurant selection more. I asked two different staff for advice, and both just told me they didn’t live anywhere nearby so couldn’t help me out. It would’ve been really helpful to have someone there with more knowledge along those lines.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

James

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
The property was fine but the breakfast was terrible for a four star hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Faheem

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service at this hotel is nothing short of superb. Hotel staff helped me find places to eat, order taxis for me, even helped me to order some food for delivery! Of course, I paid for it, haha! I had luggage that was delayed to a flight that would arrive the next day and they took care of everything while I slept for an early train ride to Busan. Had to go out to buy some clothes cause of the missing luggage but there is no shortage of places to shop nearby. Food options nearby are great too, even if you eat halal. Highly would recommend this hotel again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

QIAN, Newmarket

Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marjorie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mercure is a great hotel! Location is A+. Staff are very friendly and helpful. We definitely would stay at this hotel again. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ermira

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ka Keung

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast is totally disaster! Almost all food is served cold, very less options, coffee is just a coloured water. The breakfast should close at 10:00am but no refill at 9:30am so you look at the counter just like food waste. I stay for 4 night, try 2nd morning and we decided to give up. The Breaksat was charge at special 19,x00w per person and we waste that. Hotel location is good, stay there is fine but DON‘T book and pay extra for the breakfast!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Santiago

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hidden Gem

Great location. Near so many shops, clothing stores, restaurants and the metro. Literally everything seconds away. The ideal location. Hotel was really clean and modern. Staff was extremely helpful, accommodating and kind. Loved this place, highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Besides being a bit noisy at night hotel is centrally located to everything in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Flor

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly, the rooms had snacks and drinks for us. The bed was comfortable; wish we would have stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Pamela

Traveled with family
The location is great. The staff are excellent always helping out and polite. Will stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025