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Gobi's Kelso
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8.9

Excellent

19 reviews

19 reviews

Breakfast2
Internet1
Housekeeping1
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7.6

Very good

Location rating score

Very good location
Parking
FREE
Nearby landmarks
Railway Museum 700 m
Gobi cashmere factory outlet, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia 1.1 km
Centre of Shaman Eternal Heavenly Sophistication 1.5 km
Mon Nip Camera Shop 1.5 km
Detroit 1.6 km
Cartography Co Map Shop 1.6 km
Ayanchin Outfitters 1.6 km
Argasun 1.6 km
Hunting Museum 1.6 km
Wind Of Mongolia 1.7 km

Gobi's Kelso

Bayangol 4-th Khoroo, Jasrai Street, 27/1, Bayangol, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, 16051 - See map

Conveniently situated in the Bayangol part of Ulaanbaatar, this property puts you close to attractions and interesting dining options. This 3-star property is packed with in-house facilities to improve the quality and joy of your stay.

Highlights

Sparkling clean

Top Value

Front desk [24-hour]

Airport transfer

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Everything you need for a rejuvenating retreat for both body and spirit.
Spa & Beauty
Sauna
Eco & Adventure
Horseback riding
Workout and Leisure
Fitness center
Important announcement -- "Due to COVID-19 circumstances, the property is implementing additional measures to protect the safety of guests and staff. Some services and amenities may be limited or unavailable. Please contact the property for more information."
Announcements by hotel (1)
Due to COVID-19 circumstances, the property is implementing additional measures to protect the safety of guests and staff. Some services and amenities may be limited or unavailable. Please contact the property for more information.
Facilities

Airport transfer

Car park

Shuttle service

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Fitness center

Sauna

Front desk [24-hour]

Check-in/out [express]

Your dates are popular among travelersUsers are booking a place in Ulaanbaatar every 39 minutes on Agoda.com
Value for money9.4
Distance to city center3.1 km
Location rating7.6
Nearest airportUlan Bator Airport (ULN)
Distance to airport10.7 km

Frequently asked questions

What time is check-in and check-out at Gobi's Kelso?

Check-in is from 09:00 AM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM. You may request early check-in or late check-out during booking, subject to availability. Guests checking in or out before or after the designated periods may be charged an additional fee. The hotel offers luggage storage to guests for before check-in and after check-out. The front desk is always open, day or night.

How do I get to Gobi's Kelso?

Gobi's Kelso is easy to access from the airport. In fact, you can even book your airport transfer in advance for greater peace of mind with the additional charge of 20 USD. Just use the "Let us know what you need" section of the booking page to let the hotel know you want a ride, and they will contact you via the Agoda messaging service. A stay at Gobi's Kelso also comes with easy access to the neighborhoods around the hotel through the convenient shuttle service offered at the hotel. For those who wish to drive their own cars, Gobi's Kelso has a car park right on site for maximum convenience. Parking is free for guests. If you're looking for an easy way to get around Ulaanbaatar with private transportation, the hotel can arrange car rental for you.

Is breakfast offered at Gobi's Kelso?

Start your mornings right, with the continental and buffet breakfast options offered at Gobi's Kelso.

What are my dining options at Gobi's Kelso?

Gobi's Kelso features an on-site restaurant for your dining convenience.

What is the smoking policy at Gobi's Kelso?

Gobi's Kelso does not permit smoking in any of its rooms or indoor areas.

What is the closest airport to Gobi's Kelso?

Travel by air is easy with Chinggis Khaan International Airport only 29.0 km away from Gobi's Kelso.

What restaurants are nearby Gobi's Kelso?

Restaurants including Orig Korean Restaurant, Govinda's Vegetarian Cafe and Sky Korean Restaurant are popular in Gobi's Kelso’s neighborhood which is known as Bayangol.

What are popular attractions near Gobi's Kelso?

Guests at Gobi's Kelso can easily visit Railway Museum, Hunting Museum and Gandantegchenling Monastery located in the Bayangol area.

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What people love about Gobi's Kelso

  • 8.8

    Excellent
    Bathroom

    "The place is clean, has good wifi ,comfortable beds and awesome pressure in the shower."

    Blake

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    July 29, 2019

  • 8.8

    Excellent

    "I recommend this hotel to anybody who values genuine hospitality over glitz and glamour."

    Blake

    |

    July 29, 2019

  • 8.8

    Excellent
    Staff 

    "The staff treated us like family and made our experience it UB memorable and authentic."

    Blake

    |

    July 29, 2019

Property ranking|Compared to 110 Ulaanbaatar properties
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Service score
9.9/10
Cleanliness score
9.4/10
Room comfort score
8.9/10
Value for money score
9.4/10
Better than
98
%
of Ulaanbaatar properties
Better than
98
%
of Ulaanbaatar properties
Better than
98
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of Ulaanbaatar properties
Better than
97
%
of Ulaanbaatar properties
Overall rating:

8.9

Excellent
19 reviews
Cleanliness
9.4
Facilities
8.7
Location
7.6
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More about Gobi's Kelso

More about Gobi's Kelso

Well-positioned in Bayangol, Best Western Gobis Kelso is the ideal point of departure for your excursions in Ulaanbaatar. Only 3.1 km from the city center, the hotel's strategic location ensures that guests can quickly and easily reach many local points of interest. With its convenient location, the hotel offers easy access to the city's must-see destinations.

At Best Western Gobis Kelso, every effort is made to make guests feel comfortable. To do so, the hotel provides the best in services and amenities. This hotel offers numerous on-site facilities to satisfy even the most discerning guest.

The ambiance of Best Western Gobis Kelso is reflected in every guestroom. television LCD/plasma screen, internet access – wireless, internet access – wireless (complimentary), non smoking rooms, air conditioning are just some of the facilities that can be found throughout the property. The hotel offers many unique recreational opportunities such as fitness center, billiards, games room. With an ideal location and facilities to match, Best Western Gobis Kelso hits the spot in many ways.

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Amenities and facilities

Excellent
Facilities

8.7

Most talked about facilities

Breakfast

2 mentions

Internet

1 mention

Taxi

1 mention

Languages spoken
  • English
  • Russian
Internet access
  • Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
  • Internet
  • Wi-Fi in public areas
Things to do, ways to relax
  • Billiards
  • Fitness center
  • Game room
  • Horseback riding
  • Sauna
  • Ticket services
  • Tours
Cleanliness and safety
  • Breakfast in room
  • Daily disinfection in all rooms
  • Daily disinfection in common areas
  • Face coverings on staff
  • First aid kit
  • Hot water linen and laundry washing
  • Hygiene certification
  • Physical distancing of at least 1 meter
  • Temperature check for guests and staff
Dining, drinking, and snacking
  • Bar
  • Breakfast [buffet]
  • Breakfast [continental]
  • Breakfast [free]
  • Coffee shop
  • Restaurants
  • Room service
Services and conveniences
  • Currency exchange
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
  • Elevator
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Safety deposit boxes
  • Smoke-free property
  • Smoking area
Access
  • Check-in/out [express]
  • Front desk [24-hour]
  • Pets allowed
Getting around
  • Airport transfer
  • Car park [free of charge]
  • Car park [on-site]
  • Rental car
  • Shuttle service

Food and dining

Breakfast options
  • Continental

Location

Bayangol 4-th Khoroo, Jasrai Street, 27/1, Bayangol, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, 16051
Very good
Location

7.6

Airports
  • Ulan Bator Airport (ULN)
    10.7 km
Hospital or clinic
  • SOS Medica Mongolia UB International Clinic
    4.1 km
Convenience store
  • Petromart
    2.2 km
Cash withdrawal
  • ATM
    550 m
Distances shown are straight-line distances on the map. Actual travel distances may vary.

Property policies

Children and extra beds

All children are welcome.

Children 0-12 year(s)
Must use an extra bed
Extra beds may be requested directly from the property; additional charges may apply
Guests 13 years and older are considered as adults
Extra beds may be requested directly from the property; additional charges may apply
Others
  • When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Extra beds, if available, are dependent on the room you choose. Please ask the property for more details.

Some helpful facts

Check-in/Check-out
  • Check-in from14:00
  • Check-out until12:00
  • Reception open until00:00
Getting around
  • Airport transfer fee20 USD
  • Distance from city center3.1 km
  • Travel time to airport (minutes)24
Extras
  • Daily Internet/Wi-Fi fee0 MNT
The property
  • Non-smoking rooms/floorsyes
  • Number of bars/lounges1
  • Number of floors5
  • Number of restaurants1
  • Number of rooms 15
  • Year property opened2012
  • Most recent renovation2012
Parking
  • Daily parking fee0 MNT

Property announcements

Due to COVID-19 circumstances, the property is implementing additional measures to protect the safety of guests and staff. Some services and amenities may be limited or unavailable. Please contact the property for more information.

Reviews of Gobi's Kelso from real guests

Provided by verified guests of Agoda
8.9
/
10
Excellent
Cleanliness9.4
Facilities8.7
Location7.6
Room comfort and quality8.9
Service9.9
Value for money9.4
High score for Ulaanbaatar
Rating
9+ Exceptional (6)
8-9 Excellent (5)
7-8 Very Good (0)
6-7 Good (0)
<6 Below Expectation (1)
Time of the year
Mar - May (3)
Jun - Aug (5)
Sep - Nov (2)
Dec - Feb (2)

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Showing 12 verified guest comments
8.8
Excellent
Blake from Vietnam
Solo traveler
Stayed 2 nights in July 2019

10 out of 10 for the staff ”

While it is no luxury hotel and isn't centrally located, that should not deter would be guests. The staff treated us like family and made our experience it UB memorable and authentic. The place is clean, has good wifi ,comfortable beds and awesome pressure in the shower. It more than met our needs even if the staff wouldn't have been awesome. I really can't say enough about them. Such a great crew. I recommend this hotel to anybody who values genuine hospitality over glitz and glamour.

Reviewed July 29, 2019

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Dear Blake. Thank you for giving us a perfect rating and for recommending our hotel to other travelers. I am so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us! I Take care! Best Regards, Tsolmon Soko.

Responded August 12, 2019
Gobi's Kelso
8.8
Excellent
Anthony from United States
Solo traveler
Stayed 3 nights in August 2017

Outstanding Staff, super friendly and helpful!”

The only issue was the rusted water coming through the pipes, but I was told that would be soon addressed.

Reviewed September 07, 2017

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Responded October 28, 2019
Gobi's Kelso
9.2
Exceptional
Jiwon from South Korea
Couple
Stayed 3 nights in July 2017

좋아요”

Good breakfast No pick up service Kind people

Reviewed August 01, 2017

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Dear Guest. Thank you for your review and for choosing our hotel. We do have airport pick up and drop off service by guest request. Best Wishes, Tsolmon.

Responded August 12, 2019
Gobi's Kelso
10.0
Exceptional
Mads from Norway
Couple
Stayed 1 night in August 2016

Near train-station - distance to city centre”

We stayed here for one night before taking the train in the morning. The location was perfect for us (10 min walk), but is a 15 min walk away from the main street (at least). We enjoyed our stay and were given a quick breakfast before the early train. Great value for money.

Reviewed August 25, 2016

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Responded October 28, 2019
Gobi's Kelso
8.7
Excellent
Jungho from South Korea
Couple
Stayed 3 nights in October 2015

Fantastic service”

Care from the staffs, breakfast, rate

Our couple stayed for 3 nights. All the staffs were of capable of English, and had a very nice service standard, even for the international standard. The facilities are soso, and the location is a little remote with few restaurants around, but everything else was beyond expectation.

Reviewed October 19, 2015

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Responded October 28, 2019
Gobi's Kelso
9.7
Exceptional
Tong from United Kingdom
Solo traveler
Stayed 2 nights in January 2015

Staffs Matter: Excellent Service”

Excellent Service, Comfort Bed, Tidy Room

The staffs there were so kind and they treat you as their families. They were so willing to show their helping hands when necessary and the experience of staying in the hotel was awesome. The room are big and tidy and the bed were extremely comfortable. Only 5mins taxi ride , can we easily access to the town : so convenient.

Reviewed January 24, 2015

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Responded October 28, 2019
Gobi's Kelso
8.7
Excellent
Neil from Canada
Solo traveler
Stayed 3 nights in January 2015

Excellent Staff ”

Even though I was there on a really cheap deal the staff went out of their way to help me. Including letting me stay late, being nice and polite and even offering me use of their kitchen at one point.
Reviewed January 22, 2015

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Responded October 28, 2019
Gobi's Kelso
9.7
Exceptional
Jane from United States
Solo traveler
Stayed 1 night in September 2014

Great!!!!”

Everything was great--food,people, room--manager was so helpful when we had phone and money stolen in a department store,

I would recommend it. It is near the train station. It is a walk to the shopping.

Reviewed November 09, 2014

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Responded October 28, 2019
Gobi's Kelso
9.0
Exceptional
William from United States
Couple
Stayed 2 nights in July 2014

Great, Caring Staff. Clean Fresh Accomodations.”

Staff, Staff, Staff.

Bataar and Tonga were so accomodating. They arranged early check in and late check out because of train schedule. Tonga arranged a great guided tour. Very quiet......firm matresses made for a great night's sleep!! The hotel seemed very new and was very well maintained. I give it my unqualified recommendation!!!!

Reviewed July 17, 2014

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Responded October 28, 2019
Gobi's Kelso
9.7
Exceptional
sarah from United States
Solo traveler
Stayed 2 nights in May 2014

best customer service I have ever had”

staff, transportation, clean

I was incredibly impressed with this hotel. It is located near the railroad station and a staff member met us at 5am with a free ride back to the hotel. They proceeded to let us check into our rooms early and even gave us breakfast that first day. This exemplary customer service continued throughout our stay. All of the staff was friendly, helpful, and went above and beyond to show us the city. I highly recommend this hotel if you are looking for great customer service, a clean and comfortable room, and convenient access to the train station.

Reviewed June 09, 2014

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Responded October 28, 2019
Gobi's Kelso
4.7
Sandra from Canada
Business traveler
Stayed 8 nights in May 2014

Disappointing at best.”

There ween't three best things, only one - the staff at the front desk were excellent but the rest of the staff - sketchy at best.

Extremely disappointing - I have no idea how this hotel was given a 4 star rating. The power was off and on for 3 days, the internet was worse. Food services were not available the hours advertised in the hotel brochure. Each morning the meal was the same and the fruit cups were left over from two, three and four days prior. The beef tongue served at almost every breakfast was also recycled. The hotel advertises that it is close to downtown but it is not and with the traffic, a real struggle to navigate easily.

Reviewed May 13, 2014

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Responded October 28, 2019
Gobi's Kelso
9.2
Exceptional
Maksim from Russia
Business traveler
Semi - Deluxe Queen Room
Stayed 3 nights in March 2016

хорошее соотношение цена\качество”

завтраки в монгольском стиле ( суп , курица с рисом ... ) , не как мы привыкли . хороший wi-fi . отличный обслуживающий персонал

Reviewed March 28, 2016

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Responded October 28, 2019
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