Mid-Range Travel Guide: Ulaanbaatar
The sweet spot of travel - comfortable accommodations, diverse dining, and quality experiences without breaking the bank
Daily Budget: $90-210 per day
Complete breakdown of costs for mid-range travel in Ulaanbaatar
Accommodation
$35-80 per night
Private rooms in mid-range hotels, comfortable guesthouses, traditional ger camps with amenities
Food & Dining
$20-45 per day
Mix of local restaurants and tourist-friendly venues, traditional Mongolian barbecue, casual dining
Transportation
$10-25 per day
Combination of public transport, occasional taxis, day tour transportation
Activities
$25-60 per day
Guided city tours, museum entries, cultural performances, day trips to nearby attractions
Currency: ₮ Mongolian Tugrik (MNT) - though many tourist services quote prices in USD
Mid-Range Activities in Ulaanbaatar
Curated experiences perfect for your mid-range travel style
Money-Saving Tips
Eat at local Mongolian canteens instead of tourist restaurants (typically 60-80% cheaper)
Use public buses and shared transport instead of private taxis (usually 70-85% savings)
Stay in ger camps outside the city center rather than downtown hotels (generally 40-60% less expensive)
Book accommodation during shoulder seasons for 25-40% discounts
Buy groceries at local markets for breakfast and snacks (can reduce food costs by 50%)
Join group tours instead of private tours (typically 60-75% cheaper per person)
Visit free attractions like Sukhbaatar Square and public temples before paying for premium sites
Common Budget Mistakes to Avoid
Only eating at hotel restaurants and tourist areas (typically costs 150-300% more than local options)
Taking taxis everywhere instead of learning the public transport system (usually 4-6x more expensive)
Booking last-minute accommodation during peak season (generally 50-100% higher rates)
Not negotiating prices at local markets and for services (can overpay by 30-50%)
Booking single-day tours instead of multi-day packages (typically 20-40% more expensive per day)