Iraq

Where to stay in Iraq : best hotels and hostels

Finding accommodation in Iraq is not always as simple as using the usual booking platforms. Many hostels and hotels are not listed on major websites. To book a room, you typically need to either show up in person or contact the hostel directly by phone or WhatsApp.
We have gathered a list of reliable and affordable hotels and hostels across Iraq, along with their contact details whenever available. Prices generally range from 20–40k IQD ($15–30).

Prices are provided for indication only and may not be 100% accurate. We rely on you to let us know if the price has changed after your stay, so we can keep this guide as up to date as possible.

In this guide, we have compiled a selection of recommended hotels, budget hostels, and guesthouses across Iraq, covering destinations such as Baghdad, Basrah, Mosul, Najaf, Karbala, Erbil, Sulaymaniyah, Duhok, Akre, Choman, Soran, Tikrit, Hilla (Babylon), and Nasiriyah.

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Exchange rate note:
All prices mentioned in this guide are provided as an indication only and may change over time depending on the exchange rate and local conditions. The USD conversions are based on the approximate exchange rate at the time of writing (July 2026): 1 USD ≈ 1,300 IQD. We recommend checking the current exchange rate before your trip, as prices and conversion rates can fluctuate.

Basrah

AlBuraq Hotel – فندق البراق
  • 30,000 IQD (~23 USD) per night
  • Clean, good location, good price, breakfast included
Location
Contact: +964 770 034 8333

Arjaan Hotel
  • $50 per room (up to 3 guests)
Location

Nasiriyah

Hotel ZamZam
  • 25,000 IQD (~19 USD) per night
  • Double room with AC (price for single occupancy)
  • +964 783 401 4685
Location

Najaf

ZamZam
  • Rooms start at 60,000 IQD (~46 USD) for a single room with a double bed, 75,000 IQD (~58 USD) for a twin room, and 90,000 IQD (~69 USD) for a triple room.
  • All rooms include heating and air conditioning, a private bathroom, Wi-Fi, and room service (laundry, ironing, and breakfast). Cleaning service is also available.
Location

Dora Salam Hotel
  • 20,000 IQD (~15 USD) for ensuite room (2 single beds), 5 km from the shrine
Location

Karbala

Sultan Al-Anbea’a
  • 20,000 IQD (~15 USD) per room / 10,000 IQD (~8 USD) per person
  • Parking at city gate near security
Location

Karbala, Iraq - Manon Roca

Hilla (near Babylon)

Al Ekhlas
  • 40'000 IQD single room (~31 USD) / 50,000 IQD double room (~38 USD)
Location

Kasr Al Barakat, Baghdad

Baghdad

Kasr Al Barakat
  • 30,000 IQD (~23 USD) per night (breakfast included)
Location
Contact: +964 775 680 7654


Yasmine Hotel
  • 10–15,000 IQD per person (~8-11 USD)
  • Located in Salihiya, very basic, hot water & WiFi, shared bathroom, no parking
Location
Contact: +964 773 391 1015


Sarko Hotel
  • 35,000 IQD (~27 USD) twin/double
  • Breakfast, WiFi, hot water, safe parking for motorcyclists & cars
Location
Contact: +964 790 133 4525


Hotel Jabel Zamnaco
  • 30,000 IQD (~23 USD) per room (breakfast included)
  • WiFi & hot water
Location
Contact: +964 772 152 2440

Tikrit

Rest Hotel Bay Rock
  • 60,000 IQD per night (~40 USD)
Location
Contact: +9647714499888

Mosul

If you are looking for a reason to visit Mosul, we give you hundreds of them in our article written by Lynne, an American woman who has been living in Mosul for several years, and myself, Manon, who also shares a special connection with this incredible city.

Kahramana Hotel Mosul, Iraq

Kahramana Hotel Mosul
  • 25–30,000 IQD (~23 USD) per night, 3 stars
Location
Contact: +964 776 343 2004

Baron Hotel
  • Clean rooms, friendly staff, strong AC, Wifi, breakfast included
  • 1 Person: 65,000 IQD , 2 Persons: 85,000 IQD, 3 Persons: 90,000 IQD
Location
Contact: +9647755888355

Modern Palace Hotel - 4 stars
  • 75,000 IQD per night
Location
Contact: +9647800098611

Nineveh Palace Hotel – فندق قصر نينوى
25,000 IQD (~19USD) per night
Location
Contact: +9647712788480

Modern Plaza Hotel – فندق مودرن بلا
  • Around 50,000 IQD per night
Location
Contact: +9647800098611

Mosul, Iraq - Manon Roca

Erbil

Samira Miss Hotel
  • 30,000 IQD (~23 USD), double room ensuite with TV & AC – price for single occupancy
Location
Contact: +964 782 499 2287

Park City Motel
  • Very cheap, basic quality (good for one night)
Location
Contact: +9647500755650 (they never answered me on the phone though...)

My hotel Erbil
Single room/30$, Twin room/ 40$, Triple room / 55$, Quadruple room/ 80$
Open buffet , WiFi , coffee , tea , nescafe, water are free, toiletries, garage, 24/7 security
Location
Contact: Bilal Mustafa +964 773 304 3441

Niagara Hotel
One person: 45$, Two persons: 55$
Location
Contact: +9647518401732

Soulmate
50,000 IQD (~38 USD), clean and very good location
Location
Contact: +9747714559096

My hotel, Erbil

Sulaymaniyah (Slemani / Sully)

Dolphin Hotel and Hostel
  • Cheap and central, single 25$ double 35$
Location
Contact: +964 770 184 6330

Airbnb in Sulaymaniyah
  • Appartement with two rooms : 27 USD per person/night (1 guest), 65 USD per person/night (2 guests), 90 USD per person/night (3 guests).
  • 10% weekly discount for bookings of two or more guests.
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Location
Contact: Mohammad +964 770 155 9239

Khan Saray Hotel
  • Free breakfast, WiFi, parking, gym, drinks, laundry, AC
  • Single 40,000–45,000 IQD (~31-35 USD), double rooms from 72,000–80,000 IQD (~55-62 USD), triple rooms from 100,000–110,000 IQD (~77-85 USD)
Location
Contact: +9647709286000

Choman

Nelle Cottage
  • Large living room + smaller bedroom, swimming pool, suitable for 6 people
  • $160 per night
Location

Soran

Hotel Soran Palace
  • 30,000 IQD (~23 USD) per night
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Akre

Laween Hotel
  • 30,000 IQD (~23 USD) for one person, 50,000 IQD (~38 USD) for two people, 75,000 IQD (~58 USD) for three people
Location
Contact: +964 750 603 0909

Duhok

Duhok motel

Location
Contact:

Sofia Hotel
88,000 IQD (~69 USD) per night
Complimentary breakfast, a gym, and a sauna are included for all guests.
Location
Contact: +9647500946060

Aran Hotel
Cheap and good location, 30,000 IQD (~23 USD) per night
Location
Contact: +9647503017115

Hotel Berlin
25,000 IQD (~19 USD) per night
Location
Contact: +9647507530219

Kurdish mountains - Manon Roca

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