🇺🇿 Tashkent, Uzbekistan
Hotel Cosmo
📍 12, Shams Kulol ko'chasi, Tashkent, 100025
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La propriété — Hotel Cosmo
Hotel Cosmo is a no-frills 3-star business hotel in central Tashkent, with a Soviet-modern lobby of polished marble and dark wood that feels quiet and professional. Its USP is location: a 10-minute walk from the Amir Timur Museum and close to the metro. It suits solo travellers or couples who want a clean, reliable base near the city’s main sights, not atmosphere or charm.
Chroniques de Tashkent
Tashkent was founded over 2,200 years ago as a caravan stop on the Silk Road. Most of the old city was levelled by the devastating 1966 earthquake, after which the Soviets rebuilt it as a grid of wide boulevards, parks and monumental civic buildings. Today, it blends Soviet brutalist blocks with modernist glass towers, and a new metro and high-speed rail link to Samarkand signal a quiet resurgence. The city’s identity is proudly Uzbek yet distinctly cosmopolitan, with a young population and a growing café culture.
Meilleur moment pour visiter
Guide complet de Tashkent →Meilleurs mois
April–May and September–October: pleasantly warm (20–28°C), low humidity, minimal rain, and fewer tourists than summer peak. The parks are green and outdoor dining is comfortable.
Peak / Festival surge
July–August: temperatures often hit 35–40°C, with intense sun; many locals leave. Hotel prices drop slightly as demand falls, but the city can feel empty during the day. No major festivals in July; the peak season is actually March–May for spring blooms and Kurban Hayit.
La saison des épaules
March and October: cooler (10–20°C) but still dry, with discounted room rates. March sees the Navruz festival (21 March) adding cultural interest; October offers harvest colour without the heat.
Météo & Emballage
Tashkent’s July heat is dry but intense, and you’ll need sunscreen, a wide-brimmed hat, and a reusable water bottle. Pack light linen or cotton clothing; evenings stay warm, so no jacket needed.
Briefing de la ville — Tashkent
- The Tashkent metro’s new Circle Line opened in 2024, easing cross-city travel; all stations are air-conditioned, a relief in summer heat.
- Uzbekistan introduced an e-visa for 55+ nationalities in early 2025; check eligibility before travel as the system can be slow.
- The Chorsu Bazaar is undergoing partial renovation until late 2026, so expect some disruption to stalls near the dome.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hotel Cosmo, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the inner courtyard. These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise from Shams Kulol ko'chasi but still within easy stair access if the lift is busy.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor or those facing the street (Shams Kulol ko'chasi). The 1st floor suffers from lobby and street noise, and street-facing rooms will catch traffic sounds from this busy Tashkent road.
Best views
Limited. The address on Shams Kulol ko'chasi suggests a street view of local shops and foot traffic, not landmarks. A courtyard view, though not panoramic, offers a quieter outlook.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4. The lift noise is minimal here, and they sit above the lobby and street activity.
🔊 Noise notes
Shams Kulol ko'chasi is a secondary road near Tashkent's centre, so expect occasional buses and taxis during the day. Night noise should be low but not silent. The lift in a 3-star hotel may be audible on adjacent rooms.
Insider tips
1. Request a room on the inner courtyard side when booking — it's not guaranteed but worth asking as it cuts street noise significantly. 2. If you have luggage, the lift is small; consider asking for a lower floor (2nd or 3rd) to avoid waits during check-in/check-out.
- 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
Hôtel Facilités — Hotel Cosmo
Free basic Wi-Fi (8 Mbps download) throughout. Premium upgrade (25 Mbps) costs 30,000 UZS per 24 hours, accepts one device only
One lift serves all four floors. No stairs-only sections
No physical newspapers; a free digital newsstand accessible via room TV includes a few international outlets (not PressReader or FT)
Standard check-in 14:00, check-out 12:00. Early bag-drop allowed from 10:00. Late check-out until 16:00 costs 50,000 UZS weekdays, 60,000 UZS weekends
Free for same-day arrivals and departures; no storage for longer periods
Step-free entrance via ramp at the side door (not main automatic doors). Lift is wide enough for a wheelchair. No adapted rooms or grab rails in bathrooms
Free on-site outdoor parking for 12 cars, first-come first-served. Nearest public car park (Oqtepa market lot) charges 5,000 UZS/hour weekdays, 8,000 UZS/hour weekends. No EV charging
Frais, taxes et dépôts
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; a credit card hold of 100,000 UZS for incidentals at check-in
Faith & Dietary à proximité
- Synagogue: Бет Менахем Синагога Европейских Евреев (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
- Church: Церковь "Вечная Жизнь" (1.7 km · ~21 min walk)
- Church: Кафедральный Собор Успения Божeй Матери (1.8 km · ~23 min walk)
- Church: Методистская церковь (1.8 km · ~23 min walk)
Style de vie et récréation
Парк "Сиетл" — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
Площадка для вождения — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
5 minutes de radios essentielles
Nearest — 305 m · ~4 min walk
Apteka — 120 m · ~2 min walk
Минимаркет — 101 m · ~1 min walk
Aeroport — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
Monnaie & Monnaie
Get a travel card →Uzbekistani Soʻm, UZS
Most travellers change cash at banks or official exchange points in the city centre; avoid airport or hotel kiosks which give poor rates.
Major credit cards accepted in upmarket hotels and some chain restaurants, but many smaller shops, cafes, and markets are cash-only; contactless is still rare.
Not expected but appreciated: 5-10% at nicer restaurants, round up taxi fares, small tips (20,000-50,000 soʻm) for hotel staff for good service.
Manger, faire du shopping et voyager sur un budget
Cheap car hire →A simple black coffee (americano) from a street stall or small shop costs around 15,000-20,000 soʻm.
A bowl of lagman or plov at a local chaikhana (teahouse) for about 40,000-60,000 soʻm.
A main course like manti or shashlik with bread costs roughly 50,000-70,000 soʻm at an everyday restaurant.
Cheap eats near the Chorsu Bazaar area: samsa (20,000 soʻm), non bread, and grilled kebabs from open-air stalls.
Korzinka and Makro are the main budget supermarket chains; also look for small neighbourhood minimarkets for basics.
Chorsu Bazaar for affordable traditional and everyday clothing; there are also several discount clothing shops on Navoiy Street.
The cheapest way around is the Tashkent Metro (1,400 soʻm per ride with a pre-paid card); from the airport, take bus 67 or 11 to the city centre for about 2,000 soʻm.
Eat at chaikhanas rather than tourist restaurants; use the metro instead of taxis; buy fresh water and snacks from supermarkets, not street vendors.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Tashkent, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hotel Cosmo
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 305 m · ~4 min walk — pharmacy · Apteka — 120 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →S’entourer
Station 'Sebzor' (connected via metro to Bodomzor) → Tashkent City Centre
💡 Trams are slow but give you a real local vibe. Line 1 passes through older neighbourhoods with tree-lined streets. Not ideal for hotel transfer, but do this for a cheap city tour another day.
Airport bus stop (outside arrivals) → Hotel NICE (nearest stop: 'Mustaqillik Maydoni' on Sharof Rashidov Street)
💡 Bus 11 runs directly past the hotel area. Use Yandex Maps for real-time stop alerts, as announcements are in Uzbek only. Have small change or a transport card.
Station 'Bodomzor' (west of city, not at airport) → Station 'Mustaqillik Maydoni' (Independence Square)
💡 Metro stops short of airport—you need bus 11 from airport to Bodomzor station first. But metro is worth it for Tashkent's stunning Soviet-era tile decoration. No photos allowed inside stations until recently, but now okay discretely.
Islam Karimov Tashkent International Airport (TAS) → Hotel NICE (near Mustaqillik Maydoni)
💡 Book via Yandex Go app for fixed price; avoid drivers inside the terminal who quote 3x more. Stand near the exit gate for better GPS signal.
Questions fréquemment posées
What are the best rooms at Hotel Cosmo?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the inner courtyard. These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise from Shams Kulol ko'chasi but still within easy stair access if the lift is busy.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hotel Cosmo?
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor or those facing the street (Shams Kulol ko'chasi). The 1st floor suffers from lobby and street noise, and street-facing rooms will catch traffic sounds from this busy Tashkent road.
Is Hotel Cosmo noisy?
Shams Kulol ko'chasi is a secondary road near Tashkent's centre, so expect occasional buses and taxis during the day. Night noise should be low but not silent. The lift in a 3-star hotel may be audible on adjacent rooms.
Which rooms have the best views at Hotel Cosmo?
Limited. The address on Shams Kulol ko'chasi suggests a street view of local shops and foot traffic, not landmarks. A courtyard view, though not panoramic, offers a quieter outlook.
What are insider tips for staying at Hotel Cosmo?
1. Request a room on the inner courtyard side when booking — it's not guaranteed but worth asking as it cuts street noise significantly. 2. If you have luggage, the lift is small; consider asking for a lower floor (2nd or 3rd) to avoid waits during check-in/check-out.
What time is check-in at Hotel Cosmo?
Check-in at Hotel Cosmo is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hotel Cosmo have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (8 Mbps download) throughout. Premium upgrade (25 Mbps) costs 30,000 UZS per 24 hours, accepts one device only
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hotel Cosmo?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel Cosmo?
A bowl of lagman or plov at a local chaikhana (teahouse) for about 40,000-60,000 soʻm.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hotel Cosmo?
The cheapest way around is the Tashkent Metro (1,400 soʻm per ride with a pre-paid card); from the airport, take bus 67 or 11 to the city centre for about 2,000 soʻm.
When is the best time to visit Tashkent?
April–May and September–October: pleasantly warm (20–28°C), low humidity, minimal rain, and fewer tourists than summer peak. The parks are green and outdoor dining is comfortable.
Principales attractions à Tashkent
💡 Go early morning (8-9am) to see the bread coming fresh from the tandyr ovens. Free to walk around but carry small sums for a cup of tea or a samsa.
💡 Sit on a bench near the fountain side around 5pm when locals gather. No ticket needed for the park, but if you want to see a performance, cheap balcony seats start from 30,000 som.
💡 The small library next to the mosque (entrance around 5,000 som) contains the 7th-century Othman Quran – worth the modest fee if you're interested. Best visited at sunset for golden light on the tiles.
💡 The circular panoramic painting inside gives a good overview of Timur's conquests. Avoid weekends when school groups arrive.
💡 The building itself is more interesting than many exhibits: carved wooden ceilings and painted walls. Go on a weekday afternoon to have the place almost to yourself. There's a small cafe in the courtyard.