Location of our IBC 2026 Venue
COEX Magok
143 Magokjungang-ro, Gangseo-gu
Seoul, South Korea
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A brand new venue in the vibrant city of Seoul, the COEX Magok opened in November 2024 and offers the IBC organizers and attendees many modern amenities, including state-of-the-art equipment and a wide variety of restaurants and shopping just steps away from our session rooms.
Consider Booking your Flights at Discounted Rates
United Airlines: Click on the booking link to start your travel search. The discount code will be automatically added to your search. You may also call United Meetings Reservation Desk from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. CT, Monday–Friday (closed for major U.S. holidays) at (800) 426-1122 for booking assistance or visit united.com/meetingtravel and use code ZRV4972114. Booking fees are waived for United Meetings reservations. International customers may contact their local United® Reservation Desk. Note that travel to Gimpo Airport is not possible using this code. Only flights to and from Incheon International Airport may be selected. MileagePlus® members earn miles for their travel when using the United Meetings℠ discount code.
Air Canada: Click on the booking link to begin. Use discount code CARHBMJ1. The code is applicable on the following flights. ALL USA - Seoul All Airports (GMP,ICN) (AS), ALL CANADA - Seoul All Airports (GMP,ICN) (AS), ALL INTERNATIONAL - Seoul All Airports (GMP,ICN) (AS), ALL SUN - Seoul All Airports (GMP,ICN) (AS). The travel period begins Sunday, July 05, 2026 and ends Thursday, July 23, 2026.. Travel is valid for all days of the week. For North America' 5% applies on standard fares, 10% on flex fares & higher. For International Travel' 10% on standard fares & higher. 12% discount on Business Class fares (exception: 5% on the lowest Business Class).
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We look forward to welcoming you on board!
Book your hotel reservation at the Courtyard by Marriott Seoul Botanic Park
Located at 10 Magokjungang 12-ro, Gangseo-gu, Seoul, this Marriott property will serve as the host hotel property for IBC 2026. The number of rooms available are limited and, assuming rooms remain, our room block officially closes on 9 June, 2026. The Marriott will allow cancellations up to 14 days prior to check-in. Book your hotel room now.
Please note: Our host hotel property is located only steps away from our conference venue, and the IBS has negotiated a special rate for IBC attendees. When making hotel arrangements, it's important to understand that there are two COEX convention facilities in the greater Seoul metropolitan area. The 2026 IBC is being held at COEX Magok in the Magok-dong (neighborhood) of Gangseo District, Seoul, South Korea.
The following properties are also being suggested as more budget-friendly hotels for students. These properties are relatively close to the venue.
This information is based on a search of Gangseo-Gu, which is the neighborhood where the venue is located.
Make Plans to Tour Seoul with Fellow Attendees
Book your tours and excursions for Thursday, 16 July now by clicking on this link, or visit the IBC tour page for more information prior to booking. Friday (17 July) full-day and multi-day tours are also available.
Consider Sustainable Travel in Seoul
The IBS Sustainability Task Force encourages you to make a real impact when traveling to Seoul in July 2026. When considering local ground transportation, a clean, comfortable and affordable option is the local train system. Trains are available via stops at Incheon International Airport and Gimpo International Airport. These same trains offer easy access to COEX Magok Lewest via several different lines. Station instructions are available in Korean, Chinese and English. Visit this link for more information and the current timetable. https://english.visitseoul.net/subway