Digital travel platform Agoda has revealed its list of the most affordable destinations for the upcoming end-of-year holidays. Varanasi, India, tops the list for budget-friendly options in India, with an average room rate of 4,136 INR per night. In Asia, Hat Yai, Thailand, leads with the lowest average rate of 3,883 INR, followed by Surakarta, Indonesia (3,967 INR) and Varanasi.
Krishna Rathi, Senior Country Director at Agoda, noted, “The holiday season brings joy, but also rising expenses. Agoda ensures great value with affordable flights, accommodations, and activities, leaving more room in the budget for gifts.”
Krishna Rathi, Senior Country Director for India Subcontinent and MEA at Agoda, shared: “The holiday season is a time for joy, creating memories with loved ones, and embracing the spirit of exploration. However, it can also be a period of rising expenses. At Agoda, we’re committed to offering great value, ensuring that with affordable flights, accommodations, and activities, travelers can enjoy more room in their budget for Christmas gifts.”
Agoda’s ranking is based on average room rates from the top ten cities in nine key markets, with even lower rates available for savvy travelers.
- Hat Yai, Thailand –INR3,883
- Surakarta, Indonesia –INR3,967
- Varanasi, India –INR4,136
- Dalat, Vietnam –INR5,234
- Miri, Malaysia –INR5,487
- Subic, Philippines –INR7,260
- Taitung, Taiwan –INR8,441
- Nagoya, Japan –INR9,201
- Yeosu-si, South Korea –INR10,805
