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9.4

Exceptional

170 reviews

170 reviews

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9.3

Exceptional

Location rating score

Exceptional location
Nearby landmarks
Level 40 m
976 Art Gallery 120 m
International Phone Office 150 m
Radiant Sky 170 m
Computerland 180 m
Books in English 200 m
Canon Showroom 220 m
History Club 260 m
Nomadic Expeditions 270 m
Northland 270 m

Zaya Hostel

25/4 Chingeltei District, 3rd khoroo, Sukhbaatar, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, 015172 - See map

Conveniently situated in the Sukhbaatar part of Ulaanbaatar, this property puts you close to attractions and interesting dining options.

Highlights

Sparkling clean

Top Value

Front desk [24-hour]

Airport transfer

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Travel sustainable property

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Facilities

Airport transfer

Pets allowed

Shuttle service

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Front desk [24-hour]

Luggage storage

Game room

Laundry service

Your dates are popular among travelersUsers are booking a place in Ulaanbaatar every 46 minutes on Agoda.com
Value for money9.5
Location rating9.3
Nearest airportUlan Bator Airport (ULN)
Distance to airport12.6 km

Rooms available at Zaya Hostel

Very good
Room comfort & quality

8

Private Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
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  • Room size: 25 m²/269 ft²
  • Garden view
  • 2 single beds
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Private Triple Room with Shared Bathroom
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  • Room size: 35 m²/377 ft²
  • Garden view
  • 3 single beds
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Double Room
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  • Room size: 25 m²/269 ft²
  • Garden view
  • 1 double bed
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Single Room with Shared Bathroom
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  • Room size: 25 m²/269 ft²
  • Garden view
  • 1 single bed
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Private Double Room with Shared Bathroom
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  • Room size: 25 m²/269 ft²
  • Garden view
  • 1 double bed
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Single Room
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  • Room size: 25 m²/269 ft²
  • Garden view
  • 1 single bed
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Frequently asked questions

What time is check-in and check-out at Zaya Hostel?

Check-in is from 12:00 AM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM. 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 Zaya Hostel?

Zaya Hostel is easy to access from the airport. In fact, you can even book your airport transfer in advance for greater peace of mind. Just use the "Let us know what you need" section of the booking page to let the hotel know you want to book a ride, and they will contact you via the Agoda messaging service. A stay at Zaya Hostel also comes with easy access to the neighborhoods around the hotel through the convenient shuttle service offered at the hotel. If you're looking for an easy way to get around Ulaanbaatar with private transportation, the hotel can arrange car rental for you.

What is the smoking policy at Zaya Hostel?

Zaya Hostel does not permit smoking in any of its rooms or indoor areas.

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What people love about Zaya Hostel

  • 9.6

    Exceptional
    Staff 

    "The hostel owner was super friendly and speaks fluent english."

    KYOKO

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    January 4, 2023

  • 9.6

    Exceptional

    "The property was well-maintained and room was kept in comfortable temperature 24/7 in freezing winter."

    KYOKO

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    January 4, 2023

  • 9.6

    Exceptional

    "I already miss the hostel and wonder when i'll be staying at that hostel again."

    KYOKO

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    January 4, 2023

Overall rating:

9.4

Exceptional
170 reviews
Cleanliness
9.4
Facilities
8.8
Location
9.3
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More about Zaya Hostel

More about Zaya Hostel

Zaya Hostel is located in Ulaanbaatar. Each room here will provide you with a seating area. Featuring a shower, private bathroom also comes with a hairdryer and free toiletries. You can enjoy city view and garden view from the room. Extras include a desk, ironing facilities and a fan. At Zaya Hostel you will find a shared kitchen. Other facilities offered at the property include a shared lounge, a games room and a ticket service. The hostel is 600 metres from Ulaanbaatar Opera House, 1.1 km from National Museum of Mongolian History and 1.2 km from Chinggis Khan Statue. Chinggis Khaan International Airport is 13 km away.

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Amenities and facilities

Excellent
Facilities

8.8

Most talked about facilities

Housekeeping

7 mentions

Breakfast

3 mentions

Languages spoken
  • English
  • Russian
Internet access
  • Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
  • Internet services
  • Wi-Fi in public areas
Things to do, ways to relax
  • Game room
  • Ticket services
  • Tours
Dining, drinking, and snacking
  • Shared kitchen
  • Vending machine
Services and conveniences
  • Currency exchange
  • Elevator
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Safety deposit boxes
  • Smoke-free property
  • Smoking area
Access
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Front desk [24-hour]
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Pets allowed
  • Smoke alarms
Getting around
  • Airport transfer
  • Rental car
  • Shuttle service
Available in all rooms
  • Closet
  • Desk
  • Electric kettle
  • Fan
  • Free bottled water
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating
  • Ironing facilities
  • Seating area
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Toiletries
  • Towels
  • Wake-up service
  • Wooden/parqueted flooring

Location

25/4 Chingeltei District, 3rd khoroo, Sukhbaatar, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, 015172
Exceptional
Location

9.3

Airports
  • Ulan Bator Airport (ULN)
    12.6 km
Hospital or clinic
  • Yonsei Friendship Hospital
    2.0 km
Convenience store
  • Petromart
    1.0 km
Cash withdrawal
  • ATM
    1.1 km
Distances shown are straight-line distances on the map. Actual travel distances may vary.

Property policies

Children and extra beds

Extra beds are dependent on the room you choose. Please check the individual room capacity for more details.

All children are welcome.

Children 0-5 year(s)
Stay for free if using existing bedding.
If you need an extra bed, it will incur an additional charge.
Guests 6 years and older are considered as adults
Must use an extra bed which will incur an additional charge.
Others
  • When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Some helpful facts

Check-in/Check-out
  • Check-in from00:00
  • Check-in until00:00
  • Check-out from10:00
  • Check-out until11:00

Reviews of Zaya Hostel from real guests

Provided by verified guests of Agoda
9.3
/
10
Exceptional
Cleanliness9.4
Facilities8.8
Location9.3
Room comfort and quality8.0
Service9.7
Value for money9.5
High score for Ulaanbaatar
Rating
9+ Exceptional (34)
8-9 Excellent (11)
7-8 Very Good (5)
6-7 Good (0)
<6 Below Expectation (0)
Time of the year
Mar - May (13)
Jun - Aug (14)
Sep - Nov (12)
Dec - Feb (11)

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10.0
Exceptional
Marc from Philippines
Solo traveler
Single Room
Stayed 3 nights in February 2018

One of the best accommodations I've had...ever”

I didn't have a hard time choosing an affordable hotel in Ulaanbaatar. The moment I saw Zaya Hostel in the top search results and read its reviews, I was sold. And based on my personal experience, it was easy to understand why. Upon arriving, I was eagerly welcomed by its manager, Anand. He speaks great English and always checks up on the guests. He toured me first around the hostel and gave me helpful tips before going out of the city. The hostel also offers great tours, so if you don't have any tours booked yet, you don't have to book online or look elsewhere. The tour that I got was a full-day Terelj National Park tour (normally 150$ to 200$ in tour sites), which I got at a discounted price (45$) because we had a larger group. The breakfast was great as you'll be able to help yourselves with the food and drinks available. Water is free so you don't need to buy outside. The room I got was big for 1-2 persons. It was warm and cozy inside, and the WiFi is okay! Two thumbs up!

Reviewed February 18, 2018

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9.6
Exceptional
Bomi from South Korea
Group
Private Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
Stayed 1 night in February 2016

absolutely great and reasonable place!”

I was in Zaya guest house for 2 night. It is located in center of city so we could easy to go anywhere. (local market, departmentstore, blue sky, cinema, some cafes, etc ..) when I reach the area of hostel, actually I couldn't find the building so I asked to them. One of staff came to me and guide me to hostel. They are really kind. Besides, last day.. After check out, I put my bags in storage room (it was free in one day) then go around in UB until evening. I definitely recommend Zaya hostel!

Reviewed February 13, 2016

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8.0
Excellent
John from United States
Solo traveler
Private Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
Stayed 7 nights in February 2020

The Best Hostel in Ulaanbaatar”

I usually don't care much for hostels. The type of travellers I meet at these types of accommodations are usually lacking in character and highly endogamous. You are also highly likely to encounter Western Inteligence and their gap-year legacy at such places. An experienced traveler, I've encountered this all over the world. This description usually fits the proprietors of such establishments as well. Considering my experience with such establishments and their clientelle, I can genuinely recommend Zaya Hostel to any ordinary traveller as a safe and well run establishment. It is clean, comfortable and is well managed most of the time. However, as with all hostels, is best to book as a group.

Reviewed February 09, 2020

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10.0
Exceptional
Ana from United Kingdom
Couple
Double Room
Stayed 4 nights in June 2019

Great staff, clean and conveniently located place”

The staff are great and speak good English. They told us about the best place to exchange money and about things to do in Ulaanbaatar. They have very convenient and reasonably priced pick up and laundry services. The rooms are very clean. The only con was that we had booked a private room with bathroom but the hot water was not working on those days. However, there was another shower available outside the room which was not busy when we wanted to use it.

Reviewed June 17, 2019

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9.6
Exceptional
Laura from United States
Family with teens
Private Triple Room with Shared Bathroom
Stayed 1 night in July 2016

Great Hostel for Foreigners ”

The owner of Zaya knows a lot about traveling in Mongolia. The rooms are very very clean and the hostel provides a common area for guests which makes the place feel just like home. Great location too!

Reviewed July 28, 2016

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10.0
Exceptional
Jude from United States
Solo traveler
Private Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
Stayed 1 night in April 2016

Must stay UB/Mongolia!!!!!!!”

Came to Mongolia on a whim. Anon (the owner) helped with everything from planning to arranging a tour (driver/guide). He is professional and trustworthy. He speaks fluent English. The hostel is situated in a very convenient location (Dept stores/loads of restaurants/etc) and you can basically find anything and everything. The hostel facility is very clean and well kept by Anon and the cleaning crew. I honestly had a very very pleasurable stay here. I am planning to return here again towards the end of my trip. Highly highly recommend this place!

Reviewed May 04, 2016

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9.2
Exceptional
Christabel from Hong Kong SAR, China
Solo traveler
Private Double Room with Shared Bathroom
Stayed 2 nights in July 2018

cosy, good location, great staff”

the hostel is apartment style, you'll have your own room, so good privacy. and the bathroom is just shared between 2 rooms, and it's clean, big and modern. the room, common area and dining area are clean, comfortable and tidy. the staff can speak English and very friendly.

Reviewed July 09, 2018

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10.0
Exceptional
Lorraine from United Kingdom
Couple
Private Double Room with Shared Bathroom
Stayed 2 nights in September 2018

Excellent value. Perfect,”

Great hostel. Spotlessly clean. Close to city centre. Good simple breakfast. Cheap laundry service. Very secure and friendly. We got upgraded to a double room with ensuite. Offer a cheap laundry service. Met lots of fellow travellers who were using the trans Mongolian train. Highly recommended.

Reviewed October 07, 2018

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8.4
Excellent
Sushmitha from Singapore
Couple
Private Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
Stayed 1 night in June 2019

Central location and friendly staff”

Hostel is quite centrally located in the shopping centre of Ulan Baatar. Lots of pubs and food options nearby. The staff are very helpful. The rooms are quite basic but clean and good value for money.

Reviewed July 02, 2019

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8.3
Excellent
Natalie from United Kingdom
Couple
Private Double Room with Shared Bathroom
Stayed 1 night in August 2015

Thoroughly recommend this hotel”

Staff, location, cleanliness

This is a superb hotel run by great staff. When I injured myself on arrival in Ulan Bator, before even checking in, the owner came to help me at the police station and sent a car to take me to hospital, before offering me a room in their other hotel that I could access better. He went completely above any beyond with our stay and provided a wonderful taxi driver to look after us for the rest of our stay. The hotel was also spotlessly clean. I would thoroughly recommend this hotel.

Reviewed September 10, 2015

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10.0
Exceptional
John from Philippines
Solo traveler
Single Room with Shared Bathroom
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

Great Accomodation in Ulaanbataar”

Great Location, Homey Place, Friendly and Helpful Staff, Clean Rooms & Bathrooms, Delicious Breakfast, and Lots of Amenities. Everything you need and want in an accomodation are here.

Reviewed May 14, 2019

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9.2
Exceptional
Claro from Philippines
Group
Private Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
Stayed 7 nights in January 2017

We visited on winter and basically we have what we needed. ”

Anand will help you tonarrange the best tour in the country side of Mongolia! He gave us the best local guide and driver! Totally recommended to book a room and get the tour package!

Reviewed February 06, 2017

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10.0
Exceptional
JIMIN from South Korea
Group
Private Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
Stayed 1 night in August 2018

매우 좋습니다 강추!!! very nice!!!!!”

일단 백화점 근처여서 접근성이 좋습니다. 직원분들이 굉장히 친절하시고 침구나 시설도 매우 청결합니다. 트윈룸에는 개인화장실이 없는데 공용화장실이 깨끗하고 여러 개여서 불편함은 느끼지 못했습니다. 투어 끝나고 여기서 다시 하루 머물고 있는데 더블룸에는 개인화장실이 있어서 좋네요. 몇 천원 차이 안나니까 더블룸으로 하시는 게 좋을 것 같아요. 조식도 괜찮아요. 가성비 갑입니다~!~!~!~!

Reviewed August 11, 2018

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10.0
Exceptional
Jared from United States
Solo traveler
Private Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
Stayed 2 nights in September 2017

Great Friendly Place to Stay”

Place was clean, comfortable, and inviting. More importantly, the hosts were ALWAYS super friendly and helpful. It made my stay there very comfortable. Would DEF STAY AGAIN.

Reviewed October 12, 2017

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10.0
Exceptional
goni from Israel
Couple
Private Double Room with Shared Bathroom
Stayed 2 nights in December 2016

Great place to stay!”

The place was clean and comfortable and in a great location. They arranged for us a tour to our satisfaction. Breakfast was also good. We enjoyed our stay very much.

Reviewed December 10, 2016

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10.0
Exceptional
Eliz from Singapore
Group
Private Triple Room with Shared Bathroom
Stayed 1 night in November 2018

Excellent service”

Staff and boss have good command of english and vey trustworthy. Flexible and kind people. Highly recommended.

Reviewed January 10, 2019

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10.0
Exceptional
thomas from Australia
Couple
Private Triple Room with Shared Bathroom
Stayed 2 nights in September 2016

Very clean and central for easy walking. Friendly staff.”

We would recommend to others and would stay again ourselves.

Reviewed September 30, 2016

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9.2
Exceptional
เบนซ์ from Thailand
Solo traveler
Private Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
Stayed 3 nights in March 2018

Good location, clean and affordable ”

Located right behind PeaUlaanbaatar

Reviewed March 19, 2018

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8.4
Excellent
Sukanda from Thailand
Couple
Private Double Room with Shared Bathroom
Stayed 1 night in April 2017

Excellent”

Staffs, especially the owner, were very very super kind.

Reviewed May 16, 2017

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8.8
Excellent
WEESIT from Thailand
Couple
Double Room
Stayed 2 nights in April 2016

Reasonable price with high quality”

Value for money, Staff and Cleanliness

Reviewed April 05, 2016

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