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L-R: Otsuka Koki, First Secretary, Embassy of Japan in Mongolia; Abel Lomax, Chief of the Economic Section, Embassy of the United States in Mongolia; H.E. Richard L. Buangan, Ambassador of the United States to Mongolia; Erkhes Battuul, Founder, HTL Gateway LLC; Andree Susilo, Vice President, Hotel Development, Asia Pacific, Marriott International; Augustin Ledez, Agricultural Attaché, Embassy of France in Mongolia; Václav Jílek, Head of the Economic Section, Embassy of the Czech Republic in Mongolia. – Image Credit Marriott International
Marriott International has announced a signed agreement with HTL Gateway LLC to open an AC Hotels by Marriott in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. This development marks Marriott’s first entry into the Mongolian market. The hotel is expected to open in 2027.
The AC Hotel by Marriott Ulaanbaatar will be located in the Khan Uul District, a rapidly expanding area of the city. The site is strategically positioned along Buyant-Ukhaa Road, providing convenient access to the Central Business District, Sukhbaatar Square, and Chinggis Khaan International Airport. The location is surrounded by key attractions and infrastructure, including the Buyant Ukhaa Sport Palace, AIC Steppe Arena, and a new commercial and residential hub in Yaarmag.
The hotel is planned to feature 190 guestrooms and suites. The hotel will feature an all-day dining restaurant, a specialty restaurant, a grab-and-go AC Store, and a lounge and bar. Additional amenities are expected to include a heated indoor swimming pool, fitness center, spa, and an AC Library. For meetings and events, the property will offer flexible facilities, including a junior ballroom, function rooms, and breakout spaces.
This agreement reflects Marriott International’s strategy to expand its presence in the Asia Pacific region. The company aims to cater to both business and leisure travelers by offering accommodations in key locations across the continent. Mongolia, which welcomed over 800,000 international visitors in 2024, is emerging as a significant destination for both business and leisure.
The collaboration with HTL Gateway LLC aligns with the Mongolian government’s initiatives to boost the tourism sector and expand the country’s presence in international markets. The new hotel is anticipated to contribute to the evolving hospitality landscape in Ulaanbaatar.
