Mercure Ambassador Seoul Hongdae
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About Mercure Ambassador Seoul Hongdae
Get the inside scoop on Mercure Ambassador Seoul Hongdae from local experts, travel creators, and tastemakers. Browse genuine trip notes, Mercure Ambassador Seoul Hongdae reviews, photos, travel guides, and itineraries from real travelers and plan your trip with confidence.
What people say
Kelly Foo
"Four-star stay in Hongdae with a spacious room. It's in close proximity to a metro station and bus stop making it easy to get around the cities. You can also find local eateries and shopping to check out in the area. "
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In this free Guide I will share some of my Hotel Recommendations - places I stayed at myself, places that my community recommended to me and places that have an amazing rating or are famous among travelers!
So far I only added Hotels, no Airbnbs. (maybe coming soon)
The Areas I separated the list into are:
➡ Myeongdong
➡ Hongdae
➡ Gangnam
➡ Itaewon
➡ Seoul Station
➡ Dongdaemun
➡ Jamsil
➡ Yeouido
➡ Hanok Stays
➡ Templestays
HOW TO SUPPORT ME FOR FREE? ♡
If you book your hotel through the links in this guide (or any other of my guides), Booking.com pays me a small reference bonus while the price is exactly the same for you!
That way I can continue to give you free guides like this ♡
Digital Nomads • Pets • Plus Size • Female Solo • Family • Accessibility • Backpacker • LGBTQ+ • Gluten-free / Celiac • Business • Car-free • Groups • Vegan • Halal • Vegetarian • Couples • 50+ • Luxury • Boutique • Art • Architecture • Adventure • Foodie • Romantic • Sustainable/Eco • Relaxation • Photography • People & Culture • Wellness • Shopping • Budget • Design
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This guide is a one-stop resource for your trip to Seoul, South Korea. From essential Korean phrases, where to stay, what to see, where to eat, and more. This isn't your typical tourist guide but my personal recommendations and trips from living and working in South Korea. I'll also set you up with some insider tips that only locals know from living in Korea.
[About the author] ✍🏻
As an Australian expat who has lived in South Korea since 2022, I know firsthand how it can be overwhelming to navigate a new country. That's why I've personally curated a list of places, tips, and information from living and travelling in South Korea. You'll be getting personal recommendations from someone who has lived in Korea compared to the ordinary tourist providing recommendations.
Curious about me? Check out the 'about me' section on my website. You can find more about me and FREE resources to help plan your trips to Korea and beyond!
[GUIDE FEATURES]
❗️Korea Travel Essentials (Must Have Apps, Data Connectivity)
🤫 Insider tips for visiting Korea (Sneak peek into Korea Survival Guide)
🚆Getting around Seoul
☞ How to use public transport like a local.
☞ Recommendations for the travel passes (save $$)
💬 Useful Korean travel phrases
🛏️Where to stay in Seoul
☞ Best Hanok stays in Korea
☞ Best places to stay in Seoul (Over 7 areas to choose from)
☞ Recommendations for temple stays
📍Where to Go in Seoul (13 Areas to Visit in Seoul)
☞ Breakdown of must-visit areas in Seoul & things to do in these areas
☞ From well-known areas & local recommendations
☞ Tips & recommendations on avoiding tourist traps
🛍️Where to shop in Seoul (Best shopping Areas)
☞ 11 Best shopping areas in Seoul for different budgets & styles
☞ Recommendations for Korean brands (clothing, K-beauty, K-skincare)
☞ Insider tips on avoiding tourist inflated prices
☞ Best markets in Seoul (Food, souvenirs, clothing)
🚶🏻♀️Recommended Activities
☞ 11 top things to do in Seoul
☞ Recommendations for cultural villages, museums & galleries, workshops.
☞ Recommendations for Korean Tea Houses
☞ Cafe hopping (sneak peek into Cafe & Restaurant Guide)
☞ + 5 best day trips from Seoul
🗺️ Recommended Places to visit (Palaces, Hanok Villages, museums, temples, and more)
☞ Recommendations on popular tourist spots & hidden gems
☞ Diverse locations (parks, gardens, art galleries, museums, theme parks, best views, palaces, temples &. more!)
📸 Best Photo Spots in Seoul (Instagrammable Places)
🌃 Things to Do at Night in Seoul
🥘 Recommendations on where to eat (Restaurants & Cafes)
☞ Sneak peek into popular Korea Cafe & Restaurant Guide)
[EXCLUSIVE features]
💸 Discount code for another guide!
🗺️ Interactive map guide - Access this guide on the go via this link or the FREE Thatch app.
✨ Helping you avoid tourist traps & overrated spots by giving you local hidden gems.
🔗 Includes Naver Map links making it easy to navigate in Korea.
🇰🇷 Korean names making it easier to search online.
🤫 Sneak peek into my popular guides (tips & recommendations I've never told anyone else!)
Solo Female • Digital Nomads • Families • Groups • Couples • Budget • Art • Shopping • History • Foodie • People & Culture • Design • Coffee • Architecture • Adventure • Nature • Wellness • Photography • Mountain • Relaxation • Slow Travel • Sustainable/Eco • Romantic
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One-stop guide on where to stay in South Korea for your trip. This guide covers locations from Seoul, Incheon, Jeonju, Busan, and more. I often get asked on my Instagram for personal recommendations for staying in South Korea. In this guide, I'm revealing my recommended stays throughout Korea. I've included a range of options for accommodation for people looking for budget stays to more expensive options.
[About the author]
As an Australian expat that has lived in South Korea since 2022, I know firsthand how it can be overwhelming navigating a new country. That's why I've personally curated a list of places, tips, and information from living and traveling in South Korea. In this guide, I'll be specifically covering tips on booking accommodation for your travels in Korea (and beyond) and recommendations on where to stay in South Korea. You'll be getting personal insight from someone that has lived in South Korea compared to the ordinary tourist providing recommendations.
Curious about me? Check out the 'ABOUT ME' section on my website. You can find out about my personal story and FAQS I get asked from my +22k community.
[Content of the guide]
❗️ Korea Travel Essentials (Data Connectivity, Must-Have Apps- Sneak Peek into the 'Korea Survival Travel Guide')
🙋🏻♀️ Must Things To Know For Booking your Travel Accommodation (Save $ on your stays in Korea & overseas)
🛏️ Where to stay in South Korea in six cities (Busan, Seoul, Incheon, Jeonju, Jeju, Pohang) + Recommended Areas in the Cities
✨Recommendations for a Temple Stay & Hanok Stay
[EXCLUSIVE features]
✨ Helping you avoid tourist traps & overrated spots by giving you local hidden gems.
💵 Exclusive discount code for another guide!
🧭 NO PDF but an interactive guide. You can access it via this link or via the FREE thatch app so you can take this guide while you are traveling!
🗺️ Includes map links making it easy to navigate around the city!
❗️Sneak peek into my other guides including recommendations and tips I've never told anyone before!
✨ Guide is continually updated with new finds!
[Tips for using this guide]✨
1) Download the Thatch App
2) Download the Naver Map App
3) For booking convenience there are booking links included in each listed accommodation. Just click on the place to access the booking link.
DISCLAIMER
The price ranges I've listed are per-night rates and are quoted for two people. These prices also might change depending on the dates you input, how far in advance you are booking, and the currency you pay in.
Adventure • Architecture • Budget • Foodie • Wellness • History • Shopping • People & Culture • Road Trip • Slow Travel • Photography • Relaxation
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