Where to Stay in Macrorayon, Kabul

A large Soviet-era housing estate in the east, organised into zones (e.g. Macrorayon 1, 2, 3).

✦ The vibe

Functional and working-class, with block apartments and open spaces.

👤 Best for

Budget travellers and those wanting a local experience off the tourist trail.

🏨 Where to stay

Basic guesthouses and cheap hotels; $10–$25 per night.

🚇 Getting around

Walkable within zones; taxis to the centre. 30 minutes to the centre, 20 minutes to the airport.

📍 Nearby

Macrorayon Park, local markets.

Best hotels in Macrorayon

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