Where to Stay in Mongolia

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Accommodation in Mongolia ranges from traditional felt gers to modern hotels in the capital. Since most of the country is rural and sparsely populated, travelers have unique and memorable accommodation choices throughout their journey. Here is your complete guide to where you can stay while exploring Mongolia.


🟠 1. Tourist Ger Camps (Most Popular Option)

The perfect balance of comfort and authenticity

Tourist ger camps are the most common and convenient places for travelers.

βœ” What’s included:

  • Private ger with beds
  • Wood stove for heating
  • Restaurant (breakfast & dinner)
  • Electricity (limited hours)
  • Clean bathrooms (shared or private depending on camp)

βœ” Best regions for ger camps:

  • Gobi Desert (Khongor Sand Dunes, Bayanzag)
  • Khuvsgul Lake
  • Terelj National Park
  • Orkhon Valley
  • Karakorum
  • Altai Mountains

βœ” Why travelers love ger camps:

  • Comfortable yet traditional
  • Safe and friendly
  • Amazing sunrise and night-sky views
  • Located near major attractions

🟒 2. Nomadic Family Homestays

Authentic cultural immersion with real nomadic families

Staying with a nomadic family lets you experience the daily life of herders.

βœ” What to expect:

  • Traditional meals (milk tea, homemade dairy, mutton dishes)
  • Helping with daily tasks (milking animals, herding, cooking)
  • Sleeping in a simple guest ger
  • No running water (washing with a basin)
  • Outdoor toilet

βœ” Why it’s special:

  • Deep cultural experience
  • Unique connection with locals
  • Perfect for photographers & culture lovers

βœ” Best regions:

  • Orkhon Valley
  • Khuvsgul Taiga (Tsaatan reindeer herders)
  • Zavkhan
  • Gobi Desert families
  • Altai Kazakh families (eagle hunters)

πŸ”΅ 3. Hotels in Ulaanbaatar

Ulaanbaatar offers a full range of hotels—from budget rooms to 5-star luxury options.

βœ” Popular hotel categories:

  • ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4–5 star hotels
    (Shangri-La, Blue Sky, Best Western Premier, Holiday Inn)
  • ⭐⭐⭐ Mid-range hotels
  • ⭐ Budget hostels & guesthouses

βœ” Facilities usually include:

  • Private bathrooms
  • Wi-Fi
  • Restaurants & bars
  • Laundry services

Great for resting after long countryside trips.


🟣 4. Lodges & Guesthouses in the Countryside

Some areas near national parks offer wooden lodges or small guesthouses.

βœ” Best regions:

  • Khuvsgul Lake
  • Terelj National Park
  • Kharkhorin
  • Arkhangai forest zones

βœ” Expect:

  • Private rooms with simple beds
  • Shared bathrooms
  • Dining area
  • Warmer than gers during cold seasons

πŸ• 5. Camping in Mongolia

Ultimate freedom and adventure

Mongolia is one of the world’s best locations for wilderness camping.

βœ” Advantages:

  • Sleep under millions of stars
  • Full connection with nature
  • No crowds—complete silence

βœ” Requirements:

  • Bring your own tent, sleeping bag, cooking gear
  • Recommended with guides or drivers
  • Weather can change quickly

βœ” Best places for camping:

  • Altai Mountains
  • Khuvsgul Lake
  • Eight Lakes region
  • Gobi Desert (near dunes)
  • Orkhon Valley

Camping is perfect for adventurous travelers wanting total freedom.


πŸ›Œ 6. Winter Accommodation (November–March)

  • Heated wooden lodges are ideal
  • Tourist ger camps stay open at Khuvsgul Lake & Gobi
  • Staying with local families offers warmth from stoves
  • Bring thermal sleeping bags for comfort

πŸ’‘ Tips for Choosing Accommodation

βœ” 1. Decide your comfort level

Ger camps offer comfort + culture, while homestays offer pure tradition.

βœ” 2. Book early for summer

June–August fills up fast, especially near Khuvsgul and Gobi.

βœ” 3. Bring power banks

Electricity in ger camps may only run at night.

βœ” 4. Expect shared bathrooms

Luxury ger camps with private bathrooms exist but limited.

βœ” 5. Enjoy the silence

Mongolia’s accommodation offers one thing hotels cannot—pure peace.


🌟 Where Should You Stay in Mongolia?

πŸ›– For culture lovers:

Nomadic homestays + ger camps

β˜€οΈ For summer travelers:

Ger camps near Gobi, Khuvsgul, Altai

❄️ For winter explorers:

Heated lodges + family homestays

πŸ• For adventurers:

Camping + trekking tents

πŸ™ For comfort seekers:

Hotels in Ulaanbaatar + luxury ger camps

Mongolia offers an accommodation style for every type of traveler—each one adding its own flavor to your nomadic journey.

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