Your stay — Stars Plaza
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The Property — Stars Plaza
Stars Plaza in Tashkent is a functional, no-frills 3-star, best described as a clean, quiet base for travellers on a budget. The lobby feels like a modest airport lounge: tiled floors, a small reception desk, and a few armchairs, with staff who are efficient but not effusive. It suits independent tourists or short-stay business visitors who want reliable air conditioning and a bed close to the airport without paying for character. The USP is location — it's a five-minute taxi from Tashkent International Airport, making it ideal for late arrivals or early departures.
Chronicles of Tashkent
Tashkent was an ancient Silk Road settlement, but its modern character was forged in 1966, when a massive earthquake flattened much of the city. Soviet planners rebuilt it as a showcase of modernist concrete and wide boulevards, giving it a distinctly spacious, planned feel rare in Central Asia. Today, it blends Soviet-era squares with a growing number of glassy business towers, a lively metro system that opened in 1977, and a young street-food scene. Culturally, Tashkent is more reserved and less touristy than Samarkand or Bukhara — it's a working city that rewards slow exploration of its parks, bazaars and Soviet mosaics.
Best Time to Visit
Full Tashkent guide →Best months
April–May and September–October: temperatures hover in the low 20s to mid-20s °C, skies are clear, and the city's tree-lined avenues are pleasant for walking. Summer crowds from other ex-Soviet countries haven't spiked yet, and hotel rates are moderate.
Peak / festival surge
July–August: summer heat drives locals and tourists to Aydar Lake and the mountains, but Tashkent itself swelters with daily highs above 35°C. Hotel prices can rise 20–30% during these months, with a spike in late August during the Tashkent International Jazz Festival.
Budget shoulder season
May and September: still warm and dry, but flights and rooms drop by roughly 15% compared to peak. You'll find fewer tourists in museums and shorter queues at the Chorsu Bazaar.
Weather & packing
July in Tashkent is intensely dry and hot, with temperatures often hitting 38°C by noon, but evenings can drop to 20°C — so bring a light jacket or cardigan. Pack at least two water bottles and a sun hat; sunscreen is non-negotiable.
Live City Briefing — Tashkent
- Metro extension: The new Circle Line stations (part of the Yusuf Xos Hojib to Doʻmbirobod stretch) opened in 2024, but some sections remain under construction — check the latest closures via the official Tashkent Metro app before planning routes.
- Visa-free travel for citizens of 60+ countries (including the UK, EU, Australia, Japan, South Korea) remains in effect for stays up to 30 days — no change expected in July 2026.
- New Bukhara high-speed train: The Afrosiyob service now runs 3 times daily from Tashkent to Bukhara (under 4 hours), with an additional morning departure added in early 2026; book online at least a week ahead for July travel.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Stars Plaza, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor overlooking the courtyard (if available). Mid-rise floors avoid street rumble and are less affected by foot traffic in the lobby or bar.
Rooms to avoid
Do not accept rooms on the 1st floor: they pick up lobby noise, early-morning check-in chatter, and smells from the breakfast area. Also avoid rooms directly above the main entrance or any bar/restaurant zone.
Best views
Rooms on the upper floors facing the quiet side street (not Tashkent's main roads) offer a calmer outlook. Avoid front-facing rooms if the hotel fronts a busy avenue.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are quietest, being above street level and away from the lobby bustle.
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from Tashkent's main boulevards can be constant, especially during morning and evening rush hours. The hotel may have a bar or restaurant that generates music and chatter until late. Service deliveries at the back entrance can start before 7am.
Insider tips
1. If arriving by car, ask if there's secure parking; some mid-range hotels in Tashkent have limited gated spaces. 2. Check in after 3pm to allow housekeeping to finish, and request a courtyard-facing room at that time for best chance of a quiet stay.
- 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 — Stars Plaza
Free Wi-Fi in all rooms and public areas. Speed: 50 Mbps symmetrical. Login: use room number and surname on portal. One device per room; no premium tier.
Two lifts serve all 7 floors; no stairs-only sections.
Digital newspaper kiosk (20 international titles) via QR code in lobby. No physical papers.
Check-in: 14:00. Early bag drop available free from 07:00. Late check-out until 18:00: 50% of nightly rate; after 18:00: full night charge.
Free storage in locked luggage room at reception, open 24/7.
Step-free access: main entrance ramp. Lifts and ground floor accessible. No adapted rooms; bathrooms have raised thresholds. No wheelchair for guest loan.
On-site free outdoor parking for 20 cars (first-come). Nearest public car park: Tashkent City Parking (1 km south-east, 5,000 UZS/hour, 30,000 UZS/night). No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Deposit: first night charged on booking. Guest card: 200,000 UZS hold per night at check-in for incidentals.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Qozirobod (1.5 km · ~19 min walk)
- Mosque: Qatortol Masjid (1.7 km · ~21 min walk)
- Mosque: jom'e masjid (1.9 km · ~24 min walk)
- Mosque: Oltinxontora Masjid (2.0 km · ~24 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Button — 359 m · ~4 min walk
G'afur G'ulom nomdagi istirohat bog'i — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
Государственный Театр Музыкальной Комедии (Оперетты) — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Детская площадка — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 217 m · ~3 min walk
Сеть аптек 999 — 205 m · ~3 min walk
Мукимов — 127 m · ~2 min walk
Chilonzor — 633 m · ~8 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Uzbekistani Som, UZS
Change money at official exchange offices or bank branches in Tashkent; avoid airport counters and hotel kiosks as they give noticeably worse rates.
Cards are widely accepted in supermarkets, malls, and chain restaurants; for taxis, bazaars, and smaller eateries you'll need cash (soms).
Not expected, but rounding up the fare or leaving 5-10% in a restaurant is appreciated for good service; hotel staff don't expect tips.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Iced or hot coffee from a street-side samovar stall or a non-chain cafe: around 10,000–15,000 som.
A bowl of lagman or plov at a chaikhana (tea house): roughly 25,000–40,000 som.
Manti or shashlik with a side salad at a casual grill spot: main around 35,000–50,000 som.
Chorsu Bazaar area is the go-to for cheap, authentic eats; also look for food trucks near metro stations.
Korzinka and Makro are the most common budget supermarket chains in Tashkent.
Chorsu Bazaar and the nearby wholesale market (Oloy) for affordable local and imported clothing; also Yunusabad's TSUM mall for mid-range chains.
Metro: a single ride is 1,400 som (tap your card); buses and trams are even cheaper. From the airport, catch bus 67 or 11 (same metro fare) to the city centre.
1) Use metro and buses instead of taxis for most trips. 2) Eat at chaikhanas or street stalls rather than sit-down restaurants. 3) Buy fruit and nuts from Chorsu Bazaar not minimarkets.
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 Stars Plaza
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 217 m · ~3 min walk — pharmacy · Сеть аптек 999 — 205 m · ~3 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 Stars Plaza?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor overlooking the courtyard (if available). Mid-rise floors avoid street rumble and are less affected by foot traffic in the lobby or bar.
Which rooms should I avoid at Stars Plaza?
Do not accept rooms on the 1st floor: they pick up lobby noise, early-morning check-in chatter, and smells from the breakfast area. Also avoid rooms directly above the main entrance or any bar/restaurant zone.
Is Stars Plaza noisy?
Street noise from Tashkent's main boulevards can be constant, especially during morning and evening rush hours. The hotel may have a bar or restaurant that generates music and chatter until late. Service deliveries at the back entrance can start before 7am.
Which rooms have the best views at Stars Plaza?
Rooms on the upper floors facing the quiet side street (not Tashkent's main roads) offer a calmer outlook. Avoid front-facing rooms if the hotel fronts a busy avenue.
What are insider tips for staying at Stars Plaza?
1. If arriving by car, ask if there's secure parking; some mid-range hotels in Tashkent have limited gated spaces. 2. Check in after 3pm to allow housekeeping to finish, and request a courtyard-facing room at that time for best chance of a quiet stay.
What time is check-in at Stars Plaza?
Check-in at Stars Plaza is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Stars Plaza have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi in all rooms and public areas. Speed: 50 Mbps symmetrical. Login: use room number and surname on portal. One device per room; no premium tier.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Stars Plaza?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Stars Plaza?
A bowl of lagman or plov at a chaikhana (tea house): roughly 25,000–40,000 som.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Stars Plaza?
Metro: a single ride is 1,400 som (tap your card); buses and trams are even cheaper. From the airport, catch bus 67 or 11 (same metro fare) to the city centre.
When is the best time to visit Tashkent?
April–May and September–October: temperatures hover in the low 20s to mid-20s °C, skies are clear, and the city's tree-lined avenues are pleasant for walking. Summer crowds from other ex-Soviet countries haven't spiked yet, and hotel rates are moderate.
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.