Your stay — Gilgamesh Hotel
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Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Place of worship: مرقد عبد الله بن علي (467 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: كنيسة (472 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: كنيسة القلب الاقدس للسريان الكاثوليك (530 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: كنيسة السبتيين (741 m · ~9 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
مجمع سنتر الامراء — 451 m · ~6 min walk
ساحة الفراهيدي — 566 m · ~7 min walk
قاعة اتحاد رجال الاعمال — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
مدينة العاب العشار — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
صراف آلي - المصرف العراقي للتجارة — 310 m · ~4 min walk
مذخر ادوية ابن الهيثم — 109 m · ~1 min walk
سنتر قيصر الذهبي — 552 m · ~7 min walk
محطة باصات العشار — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Emergency Contacts
BasrahFor tourist police or general assistance in Basrah, contact the local police station at +964 40 554 0000. The Tourist Police unit operates during daylight hours in the city centre. For medical emergencies, the Basrah Teaching Hospital emergency room can be reached on +964 40 550 0001. Always carry photocopies of your passport and visa.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Basrah, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Gilgamesh Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · صراف آلي - المصرف العراقي للتجارة — 310 m · ~4 min walk — pharmacy · مذخر ادوية ابن الهيثم — 109 m · ~1 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Basrah International Airport (BSR) → فندق وردة الربيع (Al-Basra district)
💡 Negotiate the fare before getting in; official airport taxis are around 15,000 IQD but drivers often start at 25,000. Use the Careem app if you have a local SIM — it's cheaper and tracks the route.
Al-Basra bus station (near جسر العشار) → فندق وردة الربيع (Al-Basra district)
💡 These shared minibuses follow fixed routes but stop anywhere you ask. Have exact change and tell the driver 'وردة الربيع' — they'll drop you at the junction.
Anywhere in Basrah → Anywhere in Basrah (including فندق وردة الربيع)
💡 Careem is reliable in Basrah for short trips. During rush hour (7–9 AM, 4–6 PM) the app sometimes shows no cars — just wait 5 minutes and refresh.
Basrah International Airport (BSR) → Al-Basra city centre (near سوق الحضري)
💡 The bus stops about 400m from the hotel. It's the cheapest option but can be crowded during peak hours; avoid bringing large suitcases.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is check-in at Gilgamesh Hotel?
Check-in at Gilgamesh Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Top Attractions in Basrah
💡 Visit at sunset when the heat drops and the river catches the light. Bring a scarf for dust if it's windy.
💡 Go early morning when the square is empty. Don't expect a guided tour; just sit and imagine the poet watching the river.
💡 Find the departure point near the Corniche end, by the small jetty opposite the old port building. Go between 8–10am for calm water. Don't tip unless you want to – it's not expected on shared trips.
💡 Wear comfortable shoes – the alleys can be uneven. Carry small bills. Most shopkeepers close for noon prayers (12:30–14:00). Avoid Fridays when many shops shut.
💡 Entry costs about US$3–5. The staff are knowledgeable but speak little English. Take a taxi – buses don't run close. Closed Fridays and public holidays.