🇺🇿 Tashkent, Uzbekistan
Revel Hostel
📍 Qo'yliqota ko'chasi, Tashkent, 100082
Your stay — Revel Hostel
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The Property — Revel Hostel
Revel Hostel sits in a converted Soviet-era apartment block near Tashkent's Amir Timur Square. The lobby is compact but bright, with communal tables and a booking counter for train tickets and day trips. It targets backpackers and budget travellers who want a social base without frills: free tea, basic bunks, and a location a ten-minute walk from the metro. The vibe is functional rather than chic, but the staff are efficient and speak English.
Chronicles of Tashkent
Tashkent was a Silk Road oasis before the Arabs arrived in the 8th century, but most of its medieval fabric vanished in the 1966 earthquake. Rebuilt as a model Soviet city, it gained broad boulevards, monumental squares, and an extensive metro system. Independence in 1991 brought a revival of Islamic architecture—the white-marble Minor Mosque and the Hazrati Imam complex—alongside a café culture that blends Uzbek plov, Turkish coffee, and Soviet-era brutalist blocks. Today it’s a low-rise, green city of fountains and wide sidewalks, quieter than Samarkand but with a more lived-in, Central Asian identity.
Best Time to Visit
Full Tashkent guide →Best months
April, May, and September: temperatures in the low 20s–30°C, clear skies, and fewer tourists. The city's parks are green, and outdoor bazaars are pleasant.
Peak / festival surge
July and August: daytime temperatures regularly exceed 40°C, driving locals and remaining visitors into air-conditioned museums and the metro. Hotel prices stay low because demand is moderate. No major festival in midsummer.
Budget shoulder season
October–November and March: temperatures drop to 15–20°C, room rates are discounted 20–30% from autumn lows, and crowds thin out. Early snow is unlikely.
Weather & packing
Tashkent’s summer is dry and furnace-like, but the temperature can drop 20 degrees after sunset. Pack light cotton clothes for the day and a thin jacket for evenings; bring a reusable water bottle and a sun hat.
Live City Briefing — Tashkent
- The Chorsu Bazaar metro station has reopened after renovations; the blue-domed market now has improved ventilation and wider aisles.
- A direct high-speed Afrosiyob train from Tashkent to Samarkand launched an extra daily service in June 2026, cutting travel time to 2.5 hours.
- Uzbekistan lifted the visa requirement for citizens of 90+ countries in 2025, so expect slightly more European backpackers in hostels this July.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Revel Hostel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 2-4, rear-facing (away from Qo'yliqota ko'chasi). These upper floors reduce street noise and offer a quieter stay.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms, especially those facing Qo'yliqota ko'chasi. Street noise, foot traffic, and potential lobby activity make them less restful. Also skip rooms near the lift shaft if the hostel has one — lift doors and cable rumble can be noisy.
Best views
No notable view — Qo'yliqota ko'chasi is a suburban street of low-rise buildings, markets, and apartment blocks. Rooms at the back will look onto a courtyard or neighbouring buildings, which is quieter but forgettable. A room facing the street gives you a slice of local life.
Quietest floors
Floors 2-4 are the quietest — high enough to mute street sounds, low enough to avoid roof noise or heat. If the building has a flat roof, skip the top floor (likely floor 4 or 5) as it may get direct sun and noise from any rooftop equipment.
🔊 Noise notes
Qo'yliqota ko'chasi is a secondary road, not a major highway, but expect daytime traffic noise, especially from buses and delivery vans. The nearby bazaar area (Qo'yliqota market) can generate morning crowds and honking. At night it quiets down, but early mornings (6-7am) can be active with street cleaning and market goods movements.
Insider tips
Ask for a room on the courtyard side when booking — the hostel may have a rear block or quieter wing. Check for earplugs at reception; many 3-star hostels in Tashkent keep them for light sleepers. If you're driving, confirm parking availability in advance — street parking on Qo'yliqota ko'chasi can be tight, especially during market days.
- 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 — Revel Hostel
Free WiFi throughout, sufficient for video calls and streaming; no login required, automatic connection
No lift; all rooms on ground or first floor via stairs
No physical newspapers or digital newsstand; free digital local news via hostel tablet in lobby
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop from 10:00 free (no early room access guarantee); late check-out until 13:00 for 30,000 UZS, after 13:00 full night charge
Free storage in locked room at reception during your stay
Step-free access to ground floor (one step at main entrance); no wheelchair-accessible bathrooms; first floor rooms only via stairs
No on-site parking; nearest public car park 200 m away on Qo'yliqota street, 10,000 UZS per night (24h); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required 7 days before arrival; 50,000 UZS incidental hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Qo‘yliq-ota (254 m · ~3 min walk)
- Mosque: jom'e masjid (1.8 km · ~23 min walk)
- Church: Церковь Адвентистов Седьмого Дня (1.9 km · ~23 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
COMPASS MALL — 526 m · ~7 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 46 m · ~1 min walk
А5 — 432 m · ~5 min walk
Чарос ( сигарет боз ) — 577 m · ~7 min walk
Qo‘yliq — 344 m · ~4 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Uzbekistani Som, UZS
Best rates at official exchange offices (often near bazaars or banks in city centre); avoid airport and hotel counters which give poorer rates.
Cards accepted in larger supermarkets, hotels, and upscale restaurants; cash is king for street food, markets, taxis, and smaller eateries
Not expected but appreciated — round up taxi fare or leave 5-10% in restaurants if service is good; tip hotel staff small notes for special requests.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Instant coffee or a cup of Turkish-style coffee at a local chaikhana (tea house) — roughly 5,000–8,000 UZS
Lagman or plov at a casual canteen or street stall — about 15,000–25,000 UZS
Shashlik (skewered meat) with bread and salad at a simple grill — main dish around 20,000–30,000 UZS
Chorsu Bazaar area, though slightly east of 100082; within the district, small kiosks near metro stations sell somsa, non (bread), and shashlik
Korzinka supermarket chain is common; also small neighbourhood shops for basics
TSUM department store (downtown Tashkent) for affordable local brands; bazaars (like Chorsu) for cheaper, bargained prices.
Metro ticket (single ride) 1,400 UZS; cheapest way. From airport, take bus #67 or #11 to the city centre (approx 1,400 UZS) rather than taxis.
1) Use the metro for all local travel — it's clean, fast, and dirt cheap. 2) Eat where locals queue: small lagman or plov stalls give huge portions for little money. 3) Avoid tourist-trap souvenir shops near monuments; buy non-perishables at bazaars for better prices.
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 Revel Hostel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 46 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · А5 — 432 m · ~5 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.
About Tashkent
Wikipedia ↗
Tashkent ( ), also known as Toshkent, is the capital and largest city of Uzbekistan. It is the most populous city in Central Asia, with a population of more than 3.1 million people as of July 1, 2025. It is located in northeastern Uzbekistan. Tashkent's history stretches back centuries as part of th...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Revel Hostel?
Request a room on floors 2-4, rear-facing (away from Qo'yliqota ko'chasi). These upper floors reduce street noise and offer a quieter stay.
Which rooms should I avoid at Revel Hostel?
Avoid ground-floor rooms, especially those facing Qo'yliqota ko'chasi. Street noise, foot traffic, and potential lobby activity make them less restful. Also skip rooms near the lift shaft if the hostel has one — lift doors and cable rumble can be noisy.
Is Revel Hostel noisy?
Qo'yliqota ko'chasi is a secondary road, not a major highway, but expect daytime traffic noise, especially from buses and delivery vans. The nearby bazaar area (Qo'yliqota market) can generate morning crowds and honking. At night it quiets down, but early mornings (6-7am) can be active with street cleaning and market goods movements.
Which rooms have the best views at Revel Hostel?
No notable view — Qo'yliqota ko'chasi is a suburban street of low-rise buildings, markets, and apartment blocks. Rooms at the back will look onto a courtyard or neighbouring buildings, which is quieter but forgettable. A room facing the street gives you a slice of local life.
What are insider tips for staying at Revel Hostel?
Ask for a room on the courtyard side when booking — the hostel may have a rear block or quieter wing. Check for earplugs at reception; many 3-star hostels in Tashkent keep them for light sleepers. If you're driving, confirm parking availability in advance — street parking on Qo'yliqota ko'chasi can be tight, especially during market days.
What time is check-in at Revel Hostel?
Check-in at Revel Hostel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Revel Hostel have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout, sufficient for video calls and streaming; no login required, automatic connection
Is there a city or tourist tax at Revel Hostel?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Revel Hostel?
Lagman or plov at a casual canteen or street stall — about 15,000–25,000 UZS
What is the cheapest way to get around from Revel Hostel?
Metro ticket (single ride) 1,400 UZS; cheapest way. From airport, take bus #67 or #11 to the city centre (approx 1,400 UZS) rather than taxis.
When is the best time to visit Tashkent?
April, May, and September: temperatures in the low 20s–30°C, clear skies, and fewer tourists. The city's parks are green, and outdoor bazaars are pleasant.
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.