The 3 countries in West Asia that are awesome and affordable are the 3 in the Caucasus region, a region that’s among my favorites in the world and where I spent several months, so I’m taking over from Andrew for this region. The Caucasus is often even considered part of Europe, so it will appeal to many types of travelers!
We shared the updated list of 40 best countries to travel to for less in 2025.
Now we continue this important feature with a little more detail, by region. To give you an idea of what each destination has to offer and to give you an idea of accommodation prices (often the biggest expense once there).
Here are the 3 best cheap countries in West Asia.
Details of the best cheap countries in West Asia
For each of the 3 countries, this article includes:
- 2 short paragraphs providing an overview of the destination
- To give you a general idea of the country
- 2 examples of well-rated accommodation prices
- To give you a general idea of prices
- For both duo travelers and solo travelers
To be very clear, there are cheaper accommodations than the examples in this article if you want to save money with options that have lower ratings. All those in the examples have a rating of at least 7.5 out of 10 (the minimum threshold of what is usually considered “good”).
There are also luxury options and private accommodation rentals (Airbnb/Vrbo), obviously, and we’ll give concrete examples of those in a guide on each cheap country. The price of well-rated, more basic options gives you an idea of prices for more luxurious options, even if the correlation is not always 100% perfect.
Infographic of the best cheap countries in West Asia
Here’s the infographic of the 3 best cheap countries among the 18 countries in West Asia.
It’s the ideal subregion in West Asia if you don’t want as much culture shock as almost all other countries, particularly the 2 first countries below! You can read about the 6 different regions of Asia if you want to learn the definitions.
Let’s look at each country ordered by the price of our hotel example for now (we’ll rank them by total cost in the next part of the feature).
1. Georgia 🇬🇪
Teaser of trips to Georgia
Just like Türkiye, which was ejected from the ranking this year, Georgia is located at the crossroads of the 2 continents that are not clearly defined. This beautiful country is recognized for its cultural, historical, and political affiliation with Europe, especially since it obtained official status as a candidate for European Union membership in December 2023.
Tbilisi, the capital of Georgia, is a dynamic city with captivating architecture, picturesque streets, and traditional thermal baths. The country also has beautiful mountains and a coast on the Black Sea. I spent 3 months there because I loved it so much!
You can check out the 6 best destinations in Georgia.
Teaser of accommodations in Georgia
There are hotels in Tbilisi for 17 USD per night, so 8.5 USD per person per night with a companion.
There are hostels in Tbilisi for 12 USD per night per person.
2. Armenia 🇦🇲
Teaser of trips to Armenia
This landlocked nation attracts with its thousand-year-old history, mountainous landscapes, thriving artistic traditions mixing music, dance, and handicrafts, all at affordable prices! It’s the first country to have adopted Christianity as its official religion!
Armenia is full of iconic religious sites and lush nature. If you love monasteries with incredible views, this is the country for you. And Yerevan, the capital, will surely charm you with its vibrant mix of ancient history and modernity, as well as its bustling streets. I really enjoyed this city!
You can check out the 7 best destinations in Armenia.
Teaser of accommodations in Armenia
There are hotels in Yerevan for 20 USD per night, so 10 USD per person per night with a companion.
There are hostels in Yerevan for 28 USD per night per person (there are several cheaper ones that are new and don’t have many reviews but look good).
3. Azerbaijan 🇦🇿
Teaser of trips to Azerbaijan
With its numerous UNESCO World Heritage Sites, varied landscapes, and delicious cuisine, Azerbaijan is attracting more and more travelers! It’s a truly unique country with a nice mix of Caucasian, Persian, and Turkish influences!
The capital, Baku, is well worth a visit, with its historic quarter, lively nightlife, and proximity to the Gobustan National Park. Nature lovers, meanwhile, will appreciate the beautiful mountainous region of Gabala.
You can check out the 11 best destinations in Azerbaijan.
Teaser of accommodations in Azerbaijan
There are hotels in Baku for 38 AZN per night, so 19 AZN per person per night with a companion.
There are hostels in Baku for 16 AZN per night per person.
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Summary
The 3 best cheap countries in West Asia allow you to travel for much less, while offering extraordinary experiences. It’s certainly one of the best regions among all those represented in the list of 40 best cheap countries, for as little as 40 CAD total per day if you want.
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