🇺🇿 Tashkent, Uzbekistan
Old Tashkent Hotel & Spa
📍 Tashkent. Yakkasaray district. Street: Yusuf Hamadoni. 89 b, Tashkent
Photo: official website
Your stay — Old Tashkent Hotel & Spa
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The Property — Old Tashkent Hotel & Spa
Stepping into the Old Tashkent Hotel & Spa feels like entering a quiet courtyard away from the city's traffic noise. The lobby mixes Soviet-era solidity with Uzbek textile accents; the small spa and pool are a genuine bonus for a 3-star hotel. It suits independent travellers who want a clean, central base with some downtime facilities, rather than boutique character or nightlife.
Chronicles of Tashkent
Tashkent was a key Silk Road oasis settlement, later conquered by Russia in 1865 and made capital of Turkestan. A catastrophic 1966 earthquake levelled much of the old city, leading to a Soviet rebuilding programme of wide boulevards, parks and monumental concrete structures. Today it blends this Soviet modernist grid with revived Islamic architecture, like the restored Hazrat Imam Complex, and a growing café culture driven by a young population.
Best Time to Visit
Full Tashkent guide →Best months
April, May and September: temps are 20–30°C, skies are clear, and the city is green without the furnace of midsummer. These months offer comfortable sightseeing without peak heat or holiday crowds.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak domestic and regional travel months; Tashkend reaches 35–40°C. Hotel prices in the 3-star range can rise 20–30%. There are no major festivals in July, but families visit parks and water parks to escape the heat.
Budget shoulder season
October and early November see mild 10–20°C days, fewer tourists, and hotel rates dropping 15–25%. March and early April are also good, though rain is more likely.
Weather & packing
Tashkent is the highest-population city at its latitude, giving it a continental climate with extreme heat and a big gap between day and night. Pack: one long-sleeve layer for evenings, a sun hat, and always carry a reusable water bottle.
Live City Briefing — Tashkent
- The Tashkent Metro extension to Sergeli is fully operational; you can now ride the new stations (e.g., 'Turkiston') with their modern tilework, but still no photography inside trains without permission.
- Chorsu Bazaar is undergoing a partial renovation of its main dome hall, due to finish late 2026 – some stalls are temporarily relocated so expect dust and limited access.
- A new pedestrianised zone on Muqimiy Street in the old city opened in early 2026, connecting the Khast Imam complex to Chorsu, making that walk cooler and safer in summer.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Old Tashkent Hotel & Spa, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Aim for rooms on floors 4 or 5 facing the inner courtyard. You'll get the quietest sleep with minimal street noise from Yusuf Hamadoni Street.
Rooms to avoid
Skip rooms on floors 1-2 near the street side — the busy Yakkasaray district traffic and spa entrance noise will come through. Also avoid rooms directly above the spa's ventilation units.
Best views
Street-facing rooms on floors 3-5 give you a view of Yakkasaray's tree-lined avenue and local life. Courtyard views are greener but less interesting — no vista.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 and 5 (top floor) are the quietest, away from street level and spa machinery.
🔊 Noise notes
Yusuf Hamadoni Street is a main road in Yakkasaray, with traffic noise peaking 8-10am and 5-7pm. The spa runs from 8am-10pm and its entrance is on the ground floor — expect some door noise.
Insider tips
1. Request a courtyard-facing room when booking: the street side is louder than the 3-star rating might suggest. 2. The spa is good value for travellers — book a hammam slot in advance; it fills up by 6pm.
- 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 — Old Tashkent Hotel & Spa
Free Wi-Fi throughout; typical speed 15 Mbps down, 5 Mbps up; no login required, just accept terms on splash page
One lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
Free digital newspaper via PressReader on lobby tablet; no physical papers delivered
Check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop available from 10:00; late check-out until 18:00 costs 50% of nightly rate
Complimentary luggage storage at reception; no charge
Step-free main entrance; one accessible room on ground floor; lift has door width 80cm; no grab rails in standard bathrooms
On-site outdoor parking for 12 cars, free for guests on a first-come, first-served basis; nearest public car park is 300m south on Shopokov Street, 8,000 UZS per day; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; 50,000 UZS incidental hold at check-in for minibar incidentals
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Rakat jome masjidi (547 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Церковь "Вечная Жизнь" (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
- Mosque: Мечет Рахимжан-ата (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
- Mosque: Sobitxon Xoji jome masjidi (1.7 km · ~22 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
ТРК «Next» — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
Сеульский Парк — 938 m · ~12 min walk
Toshkent tarixi muzeyi — 2.5 km · ~31 min walk
Площадка для вождения — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 263 m · ~3 min walk
OXY med — 298 m · ~4 min walk
Убайдиллаев — 241 m · ~3 min walk
Novza — 2.5 km · ~31 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Uzbekistani Som, UZS
Change money at official exchange offices or banks in the city; rates at the airport and tourist bureaux are poor.
Cards are accepted in chain supermarkets, hotels, and nicer restaurants, but many smaller shops, taxis, and markets prefer cash.
Tipping is not obligatory but rounding up the bill or leaving 5-10% is appreciated in restaurants; taxis don't expect tips; hotel staff a small note for help.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Local chain coffee shops or bakery cafes sell an espresso or Americano for around 10,000-15,000 UZS.
A plov (rice pilaf) or shurpa (soup) at a chaikhana (tea house) costs about 20,000-30,000 UZS.
A main course like lagman (noodle soup) or kebab at a casual restaurant is around 30,000-50,000 UZS.
Street stalls in the Yakkasaray district, especially near bazaars or transport hubs, offer samsa, non (bread), and grilled meat skewers for cheap.
Budget supermarkets like Makro or Korzinka are common in Tashkent and stock essentials at reasonable prices.
For cheap clothes, shop at the local bazaars (like Chorsu, though a bit north) or the small markets in Yakkasaray; avoid touristy shops.
The cheapest way around is the metro (1,400 UZS per trip, day pass unavailable) and buses (1,400-2,000 UZS); from the airport, take bus 67 or 11 to the city centre.
Eat at chaikhanas rather than tourist restaurants; use public transport instead of taxis; buy water and snacks at supermarkets, not street kiosks.
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 Old Tashkent Hotel & Spa
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 263 m · ~3 min walk — pharmacy · OXY med — 298 m · ~4 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Old Tashkent Hotel & Spa?
Aim for rooms on floors 4 or 5 facing the inner courtyard. You'll get the quietest sleep with minimal street noise from Yusuf Hamadoni Street.
Which rooms should I avoid at Old Tashkent Hotel & Spa?
Skip rooms on floors 1-2 near the street side — the busy Yakkasaray district traffic and spa entrance noise will come through. Also avoid rooms directly above the spa's ventilation units.
Is Old Tashkent Hotel & Spa noisy?
Yusuf Hamadoni Street is a main road in Yakkasaray, with traffic noise peaking 8-10am and 5-7pm. The spa runs from 8am-10pm and its entrance is on the ground floor — expect some door noise.
Which rooms have the best views at Old Tashkent Hotel & Spa?
Street-facing rooms on floors 3-5 give you a view of Yakkasaray's tree-lined avenue and local life. Courtyard views are greener but less interesting — no vista.
What are insider tips for staying at Old Tashkent Hotel & Spa?
1. Request a courtyard-facing room when booking: the street side is louder than the 3-star rating might suggest. 2. The spa is good value for travellers — book a hammam slot in advance; it fills up by 6pm.
What time is check-in at Old Tashkent Hotel & Spa?
Check-in at Old Tashkent Hotel & Spa is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Old Tashkent Hotel & Spa have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout; typical speed 15 Mbps down, 5 Mbps up; no login required, just accept terms on splash page
Is there a city or tourist tax at Old Tashkent Hotel & Spa?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Old Tashkent Hotel & Spa?
A plov (rice pilaf) or shurpa (soup) at a chaikhana (tea house) costs about 20,000-30,000 UZS.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Old Tashkent Hotel & Spa?
The cheapest way around is the metro (1,400 UZS per trip, day pass unavailable) and buses (1,400-2,000 UZS); from the airport, take bus 67 or 11 to the city centre.
When is the best time to visit Tashkent?
April, May and September: temps are 20–30°C, skies are clear, and the city is green without the furnace of midsummer. These months offer comfortable sightseeing without peak heat or holiday crowds.
Top Attractions in 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.