Marriott International has signed an agreement with HTL Gateway LLC to launch AC Hotels by Marriott Ulaanbaatar, marking the company’s first entry into Mongolia. The property is planned to open in 2027 and will be located within a mixed-use development in the Khan Uul District of Ulaanbaatar along Buyant-Ukhaa Road. The site offers access to the Central Business District, Sukhbaatar Square and Chinggis Khaan International Airport, and is near venues such as Buyant Ukhaa Sport Palace, AIC Steppe Arena and Yaarmag’s new commercial and residential area.
The hotel is expected to feature 190 guestrooms and suites with an all-day dining restaurant, a specialty restaurant, a grab-and-go AC Store and a lounge and bar. Plans include amenities such as a heated indoor swimming pool, a fitness center, a spa and dedicated spaces including an AC Library. For meetings and events the property anticipates offering a junior ballroom, function rooms and breakout spaces.
“We are excited to expand Marriott International’s portfolio into Mongolia, a country that is emerging as both a dynamic business hub and a distinctive leisure destination,” said Duke Nam, Regional Vice President for Korea Vietnam & Philippines, Marriott International. “This signed agreement reflects our confidence in Mongolia’s long-tern tourism potential and underscores our commitment to bringing diverse hospitality experiences to this growing market.”
“We are pleased to collaborate with Marriott International in Mongolia, a milestone that reflects the tireless dedication and many years of hard work by our team,” said Erkhes Battuul, Founder and Project Leader of HTL Gateway LLC. “The Mongolian government has placed strong emphasis on the tourism sector and is undertaking many initiatives to expand the country’s presence in international markets. Together with Marriott, we are confident that this signing will set new standards and open exciting new chapter in Mongolia’s hospitality industry.”
According to recent reports Mongolia welcomed more than 800,000 international visitors in 2024, its highest recorded number. The new hotel is expected to help shape the hospitality market in Ulaanbaatar with globally inspired design, intuitive service and curated experiences for business and leisure travelers.
