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Ayan Zalaat
- Location: Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
- Why it’s notable: Set to open in January 2026 on 34 acres just outside central Ulaanbaatar, Ayan Zalaat is a major new addition to the Mongolian capital’s hotel scene. The property includes a theater dedicated to traditional throat singing and folk dance, a wellness center influenced by Tibetan Buddhist practices, and an entertainment floor with a private screening room, bowling alley, and karaoke lounge. Dining spans five cuisines, with options ranging from handmade pastas and teppanyaki to a wine cellar stocked with European and South American bottles.
- Type of traveler who will love this hotel: Visitors beginning or ending a trip through Mongolia who want a comfortable base in the capital.
- What’s nearby: About three miles from central Ulaanbaatar, the hotel sits near Bogd Khan Mountain, one of the world’s oldest protected nature reserves. Downtown landmarks including Sukhbaatar Square, the National Museum, and the Zanabazar Museum of Fine Arts are also a short drive away.
- Opening: January 2026