Your stay — Hotel Modarixon
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The Property — Hotel Modarixon
Hotel Modarixon is a modest three-star in Bukhara’s old town, with a working courtyard, tiled facade, and a lobby that smells of tea and fresh bread. It suits independent travellers who want clean rooms, reliable Wi-Fi, and a location within walking distance of the Lyab-i Hauz complex — no frills, just solid value. Standing in the lobby, you see a small reception desk, a few armchairs, and a noticeboard with tour offers; it feels like a well-run local guesthouse, not a chain.
Chronicles of Bukhara
Bukhara was founded around 500 BCE as a Silk Road oasis and became a centre of Islamic scholarship under the Samanids in the 9th–10th centuries. The city’s architecture evolved from mud-brick caravanserais to the turquoise domes of the Kalyan Minaret and Mir-i Arab Madrasa, built during the Shaybanid period in the 16th century. Under the Russian Empire and later Soviet rule, Bukhara preserved its medieval core while adding broad avenues and industrial districts. Today it is a UNESCO World Heritage site, balancing tourism with traditional crafts and a deeply Sunni Muslim identity, visible in its many working mosques and shrines.
Best Time to Visit
Full Bukhara guide →Best months
September, October, and April — temperatures of 20–28°C, low humidity, and fewer travellers than July. Perfect for walking the old city’s dirt alleys without heatstroke.
Peak / festival surge
July is the hottest month (daytime highs of 38–42°C) and the peak of the European summer holiday rush. Hotel prices can double, and the Bukhara Silk and Spices Festival (usually early July) draws cultural tourists. Expect crowded spots like the Ark Fortress and Poi Kalon until sunset.
Budget shoulder season
May and early June offer 30–35°C heat and thin crowds; November gives 10–18°C, much lower rates, and no queues at major sites. Both are good for budget travellers.
Weather & packing
Bukhara’s climate is extreme continental: scorching dry summers and near-freezing winters. For July, pack a wide-brimmed hat, high-SPF sunscreen, and a reusable water bottle — you must drink at least three litres a day.
Live City Briefing — Bukhara
- The Bukhara International Music Festival will run 12–16 July 2026, with nightly concerts at the Registan and Lyab-i Hauz; expect street closures and more police presence.
- The city’s main bazaar (Toki Sarrofon) is being refurbished until late 2026, so some stalls have relocated to temporary sheds on Mirzo Ulugbek Street.
- Uzbekistan Railways has suspended the high-speed Afrosiyob service to Bukhara for summer 2026 due to track upgrades, forcing longer travel by ordinary train or shared taxi from Samarkand.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hotel Modarixon, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the second or third floor facing the inner courtyard. These rooms tend to be quieter and away from street-level activity, with a chance of some natural light and a calmer atmosphere.
Rooms to avoid
Steer clear of ground-floor rooms, especially those near the reception or shared spaces, as they can be noisier with foot traffic and lobby activity. Also avoid any rooms directly overlooking the main street (likely the front) due to potential street noise from Bukhara's busy roads.
Best views
An inner courtyard view is a solid choice, offering a glimpse of traditional Bukhara architecture — likely tiled facades or a small garden. Front-facing rooms might look out onto the street but will come with more traffic noise and dust.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3 are the quietest here — higher than ground-level bustle but low enough to avoid any roof-level equipment if the building has it. The hotel is likely a small guesthouse-style building, so these are your best bets.
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from local traffic, mopeds, and tour buses is a factor on the front-facing side. Also be aware of call to prayer from nearby mosques, which can be audible in any room but is part of the local character. Lift noise might be an issue if the lift is central; ask for a room away from it.
Insider tips
1) If you arrive by car, ask staff about free or cheap street parking nearby — the hotel may not have its own lot. 2) Check-in can be slow: have your printed booking and passport ready. Consider requesting a room on arrival if you want a quieter spot, as they may not pre-assign.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Hotel Modarixon
Free WiFi throughout, speed about 15 Mbps, no login constraints (password given at check-in).
No lift. Two-storey building, stairs only. No historic section restrictions.
Complimentary digital news via PressReader. No physical newspapers. Building is a renovated 19th-century merchant's house with original carved wooden columns and a central courtyard.
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop allowed from 10:00. Late check-out until 12:00 free, after 12:00 charged 50% of the room rate.
Free for same-day drop-off and pickup during reception hours (07:00–22:00). Overnight storage not available.
No step-free access; main entrance has two steps. No wheelchair-friendly bathrooms. Not suitable for guests with mobility impairments.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is 'Bukhara Central Parking' on F. Khodzhaev Street, 500 m walk, 30,000 UZS per night (weekday/weekend same rate). No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required 14 days before arrival; a 50 USD (approx 630,000 UZS) incidental hold on credit card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Place of worship: Quji murg'kush masjidi (197 m · ~2 min walk)
- Mosque: Oybinok jom`e masjidi (278 m · ~3 min walk)
- Mosque: мечеть Абдуллы Кучкара (292 m · ~4 min walk)
- Mosque: Xo'ja Tabband jom`e masjidi (312 m · ~4 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Media Park — 587 m · ~7 min walk
Abu Ali ibn Sino nomidagi favvoralar maydoni — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
Музей истории бухарских евреев — 293 m · ~4 min walk
Sadriddin Ayniy teatri — 2.1 km · ~27 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 439 m · ~5 min walk
Аптека Azizabonu — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk
Eshonxo'ja — 306 m · ~4 min walk
Конечная маршруток и автобусов Калхоз базар — 2.7 km · ~34 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Uzbekistani Som, UZS
Exchange at banks or official exchange offices in the city; avoid airport and tourist bureaux for poor rates.
Cards accepted in larger hotels and some restaurants; cash essential for markets, taxis and smaller eateries.
Not expected but small rounding up (5-10% in restaurants) appreciated; taxi drivers don't expect tips.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A simple black coffee at a local chaikhana or cafe costs around 8,000-10,000 UZS.
A bowl of plov or shurpa at a food stall or chaikhana costs 15,000-25,000 UZS.
A main dish like lagman or shashlik at an average local restaurant costs 25,000-35,000 UZS.
The area around Lyabi Hauz has food stalls and small eateries offering samsa, shashlik and plov.
Korzinka is the main supermarket chain in Bukhara for general groceries.
Bukhara's old town bazaar has cheap imported clothing and textiles; for modern basics, there are small shops in the new city centre.
Marshrutka (shared minibus) rides cost 1,200-2,000 UZS per trip; from the airport, take marshrutka 6 or a shared taxi for 3,000-5,000 UZS.
Eat at chaikhanas or food stalls for cheap local meals; haggle respectfully at bazaars for any souvenirs; buy bottled water in bulk at supermarkets rather than at tourist spots.
Emergency Contacts
BukharaFor general emergencies or to reach the Russian-speaking operator, dial 112. The local police station in Bukhara city centre is at 6 M. Iqbol Street, tel: +998 65 223 11 02.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Bukhara, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hotel Modarixon
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 439 m · ~5 min walk — pharmacy · Аптека Azizabonu — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Bukhara airport (bus stop outside terminal on Samarqand shoh ko‘chasi) → Lyabi Hauz (get off at Toqi Zargaron stop)
💡 Buy a reusable ATTO transport card at the airport kiosk (5,000 UZS) to avoid fumbling for coins. The bus stop is a 3-min walk east of the terminal. Tell the driver 'Lyabi Hauz' so they warn you—the stop is unmarked on the side of the main road.
Kogon station area (if arriving by train from Tashkent or Samarkand) → Lyabi Hauz (stop near Toqi Sarrofon)
💡 Minibuses don’t display route numbers well—just wave any marshrutka with '11' or '29' on its side and shout 'Lyabi!' The ride is bumpy but drops you 150m from the hotel area. Keep small change ready; drivers rarely give change for large notes.
Bukhara International Airport (BHK) → Lyabi Hauz hotel district
💡 Ignore drivers inside the terminal offering 80,000+ UZS. Walk 50m past the parking lot to the main road and flag down a passing yellow taxi—they’ll take you for 30,000. Or order via Yandex Taxi app (prepaid, fixed price).
Anywhere in central Bukhara (e.g., Ark Fortress) → Lyabi Hauz hotel area
💡 Set the destination as 'Buxoro Lyabi Havuz'—drivers know it. Economy class is fine; avoid Comfort unless you need a newer car with AC. Pay cash don’t add card, as many drivers cancel card orders in this area.
About Bukhara
Wikipedia ↗
Bukhara ( buu-KHAR-ə) is the seventh-largest city in Uzbekistan by population, with 280,187 residents as of 1 January 2020. It is the capital of Bukhara Region. The Bukhara region has been inhabited for at least five millennia, and the city has existed for half that time. Located on the Silk Road, ...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Hotel Modarixon?
Request a room on the second or third floor facing the inner courtyard. These rooms tend to be quieter and away from street-level activity, with a chance of some natural light and a calmer atmosphere.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hotel Modarixon?
Steer clear of ground-floor rooms, especially those near the reception or shared spaces, as they can be noisier with foot traffic and lobby activity. Also avoid any rooms directly overlooking the main street (likely the front) due to potential street noise from Bukhara's busy roads.
Is Hotel Modarixon noisy?
Street noise from local traffic, mopeds, and tour buses is a factor on the front-facing side. Also be aware of call to prayer from nearby mosques, which can be audible in any room but is part of the local character. Lift noise might be an issue if the lift is central; ask for a room away from it.
Which rooms have the best views at Hotel Modarixon?
An inner courtyard view is a solid choice, offering a glimpse of traditional Bukhara architecture — likely tiled facades or a small garden. Front-facing rooms might look out onto the street but will come with more traffic noise and dust.
What are insider tips for staying at Hotel Modarixon?
1) If you arrive by car, ask staff about free or cheap street parking nearby — the hotel may not have its own lot. 2) Check-in can be slow: have your printed booking and passport ready. Consider requesting a room on arrival if you want a quieter spot, as they may not pre-assign.
What time is check-in at Hotel Modarixon?
Check-in at Hotel Modarixon is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hotel Modarixon have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout, speed about 15 Mbps, no login constraints (password given at check-in).
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hotel Modarixon?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel Modarixon?
A bowl of plov or shurpa at a food stall or chaikhana costs 15,000-25,000 UZS.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hotel Modarixon?
Marshrutka (shared minibus) rides cost 1,200-2,000 UZS per trip; from the airport, take marshrutka 6 or a shared taxi for 3,000-5,000 UZS.
When is the best time to visit Bukhara?
September, October, and April — temperatures of 20–28°C, low humidity, and fewer travellers than July. Perfect for walking the old city’s dirt alleys without heatstroke.
Top Attractions in Bukhara
💡 The best time is mid-morning when the light streams through the dome's holes. Haggling is expected—start at half the asking price for souvenirs like embroidered suzani cloth.
💡 Visit just after morning prayer (around 8am) when the courtyard is empty and the light hits the painted columns. Women should bring a scarf for entry.
💡 Hire a boat for around 10,000 som (under £1) for 20 minutes—it's a quiet way to see the park from the water. Bring your own snacks as the cafes are pricey.
💡 Go at sunset to see the pool reflect the gold-lit madrasas. The teahouses around the plaza charge for drinks, but sitting on the pool's stone edge costs nothing.
💡 You can walk around the base and into the main gateway for free. For the best view without paying, cross the street to the pedestrian bridge near the Bolo Hauz Mosque.