Nature’s Door

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Popular with backpackers and foreign hikers, this western-shore spot has plush cabins, a lodge, English-speaking staff, pizza and pasta on the menu, and happy hours (beer and wine), not to mention some of the best hot showers in northern Mongolia. Even if you're staying in one of the gers, you get access to the airy lounge with games.

An eco-conscious camp, Nature’s Door gets high marks for composting and recycling. You can rent bicycles or kayaks (T20,000/25,000 per hour).

It's affiliated with Garage 24 in Khatgal.

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