How to save your accommodation budget while staying in Armenia?

Armenia is a quite often forgotten country hidden from the bustling tourists. Tucked away behind Turkey and its more well-known neighbor Georgia. Armenia is a beautiful and ancient land full of hidden secrets waiting to be discovered. Its small size means that it is a country that’s quiet and unspoiled by mass tourism. The down to earth locals means that you can make some great friends for life. The serene landscapes and quiet atmosphere makes the country a great place to relax and get away from city life.

Yerevan, the capital of Armenia, home to its grand Soviet-era architecture, theatres, museums, cafes and churches with the Echmiadzin Cathedral being equivalent to the Armenian Vatican as well as being the oldest Cathedral in the world.

We are here to save you the unnecessary hassle that comes with staying in a new area so that is why we made this guide to help you get the most out of Armenia without spending more than you can afford. We have compiled a lot of all the best sights and hotels that let you enjoy the best that Armenia has to offer.

What is the Armenia visa change?

We have been asked many times about the Armenia visa change and the perks associated with it. The Armenia visa change is a way for you to renew your UAE visa without having to travel back home and so can stay there till your UAE visa has been renewed. This method allows you to save money as well as have another small vacation while at Armenia.

Budget-friendly things to visit in Armenia:

·         Lovers park- Located directly next to the National Assembly of the Republic ofArmenia and next to the metro station, filled with streams and a pond weather makes it the perfect place to visit when strolling around.

·         Khor Virap Monastery- located in the Ararat plain in Armenia, near the closed border with Turkey, only an hour away from the capital, Yerevan this is the place in which the first Armenian Catholic, Gregory the Illuminator was kept for 13 years and is considered one of the most sacred spots for Armenians across the globe.

·         The bird's cave - Overlooking the Arpa River near the town of Arena where several of the world’s oldest artifacts have been discovered which contains evidence of elaborate burial rituals and agricultural practices from the Early Bronze Age.

·         Tsitsernakaberd - The genocide memorial complex, in honor of the 1.5 million Armenians who lost their lives in the first genocide of the 20th century by the Turkish government.

Top 6 hotels to stay in while on a budget:       

1. The City Walk Hostel- One night stay in a luxury hotel like the City Walk with breakfast is reasonably priced only $13 per person. If you are a person having no issue in sharing your room with one of your fellow travelers. Along with this most affordable rates, the hotel is going to provide you other facilities like Wi-Fi, recreation rooms, barbeque areas and free airport transfers.

2. Areva Residence Boutique Hotel- £32 this hotel is located in a quiet neighborhood but is very easily by taxi. Only 2.6km away from the City Centre in North Marash you can enjoy the beautiful scenery as well as the quiet residential districts of Yerevan. With great views of the surrounding areas, this hotel makes it a perfect area to sit and relax after a long day. The balconies and terrace overlook the hustle and bustle of the city life with Mount Aragats in the background. With the rooms, all fitted with high-speed internet and a flat-screen TV and a mini bar it is easy to sit and relax and enjoy your time.

3. The Cross Resort Hotel- £32- which offers its guests free use to the large variety of facilities such as the sauna, swimming pool, and fitness area which will help you those who like to be kept on their feet and stay active busy. The beautiful landscape surrounding the hotel gives its guests the chance of hiking for those who love the outdoors and would like to see what Armenia has to offer. For those who like to go and visit the City Centre the hotel is only 8km away and can be accessed by taxi with relative ease. Free Wi-Fi and parking are available as well as breakfast is included in the total price. The Yerevan Airport is 17km away and again can be accessed by the use of a taxi.

4. Deluxe Hotel Yerevan- £24- This hotel comes with free WiIFI and parking with the cost including breakfast and a restaurant. The hotel serves Armenian and European cuisine. The 24-hour reception team is always available to help meet any needs that you have and will also help organize any tours and entertainment programmers that you may like to get involved with. The Yerevan Train Station is only 7.5km away and so travel is very easy and the Zvartnots Airport only 16km away.

5. Olympia Hotel – The Olympia Hotel comes at a cost of £35 however it does offer a great deal which will help to make your stay very enjoyable. With a restaurant providing high-quality dishes, room service, bar/lounge, free parking as well as free high-speed internet and breakfast is included in the total cost. The hotel itself has a tennis court which will keep you busy and stay active when not visiting the local attractions. Language is also not an issue with the staff being bilingual and so communicating and making sure that any of your personal needs are met won't be an issue.

6. SD Hotel in Yerevan- At a cost of £24 this hotel is located 5 minutes away from Sasunti Davit station which has a metro stop to the City Centre. The Zvartnots Airport is a mere 17-minute drive away from the hotel making the trip to the airport a very short journey. The rooms are all air-conditioned and a mini bar included in the price as well as breakfast is included in the total price. Parking is no issue with it being free making finding parking not an issue. You can also ask for a room that is located on the side of the building which will allow you to take in the view on Mount Ararat as well as being able to see the beauty of Armenia all from a very low price.