🇺🇿 Tashkent, Uzbekistan
Top Chan
📍 104, 8 Mart ko'chasi, Tashkent, 100000
Your stay — Top Chan
Live forecast for your dates · what's on · air quality & pollen📅 Pick your check-in & check-out above to unlock your day-by-day forecast, what's on during your stay, and live air quality & pollen for Tashkent.
The Property — Top Chan
Top Chan is a functional three-star hotel in Tashkent's Yakkasaray district, offering clean, no-frills rooms and a reliably quiet stay. Its lobby is small and tiled, with a single desk staffed by English-capable receptionists; the real draw is value-for-money in a central but calm residential area. Suits budget-conscious travellers and transit passengers who want a decent night's sleep without paying for amenities they won't use.
Chronicles of Tashkent
Tashkent was a Silk Road caravan hub before being conquered by Tsarist Russia in 1865, which spurred a grid of broad avenues and European-style buildings. A devastating 1966 earthquake flattened much of the old city, leading to a Soviet-era rebuild of wide boulevards, monumental plazas and concrete apartment blocks. Post-1991 independence saw a revival of Islamic architecture, with the restored Khast Imam complex and minor blue-domed mosques reasserting a Central Asian identity. Today the city is a disciplined, green and sprawling capital of around 2.5 million, where clattering trams share streets with chaykhana tea houses and ever-more coffee shops.
Best Time to Visit
Full Tashkent guide →Best months
April-May and September-October when daytime highs sit between 20-28°C, skies are clear, and the city's many parks are in bloom or turning gold without summer's heat.
Peak / festival surge
July is peak tourist season (school holidays globally) plus the sharpest heat — average July daily high is 36°C. Hotel prices in Tashkent don't surge dramatically, but standard rooms at budget places like Top Chan may still be full; book well ahead.
Budget shoulder season
March and November deliver fewer visitors, mild enough for sightseeing (15-20°C in March, 10-15°C in November) and notably cheaper rates, though expect some rain.
Weather & packing
Summer days in Tashkent are searingly dry, but evenings can drop 15°C — always carry a light jacket or cardigan. Pack a wide-brimmed hat and reusable water bottle; tap water is safe in hotels but not street drinking water.
Live City Briefing — Tashkent
- The Tashkent Metro now accepts contactless bank cards and Apple/Google Pay at all stations, so tourists no longer need a prepaid token — a major convenience for short stays.
- A new pedestrianised zone has opened along the small canal on Amir Temur Avenue, with pop-up food stalls and benches — a good summer evening stroll option near Top Chan.
- The city's annual 'Sharq Taronalari' music festival does not run in July, but expect increased security checks at major squares and museums due to ongoing tourism campaigns.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Top Chan, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floor 3 or 4 facing the inner courtyard (if available) — these are high enough to reduce street rumble from 8 Mart ko'chasi, and the courtyard is much quieter than the front. The lift stops at floor 4, so floor 3 cuts lift noise while staying easily reachable.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 1 (pavement-level noise and foot traffic) and any room facing 8 Mart ko'chasi on floors 2-4 (direct street noise, especially during rush hours). Also skip rooms next to the lift shaft on any floor — the lift is old and clunks audibly.
Best views
Courtyard-side rooms on floor 3–4: you'll see the hotel's garden patch and maybe a sliver of the city skyline. No real mountain or monument view here — the street side just gives you pavement and passing buses.
Quietest floors
Floors 3–4, overlooking the courtyard. These floors are above street hubbub but below the roof (no rooftop bar noise).
🔊 Noise notes
8 Mart ko'chasi is a busy Tashkent road — morning commuters (7:30–9am) and evening traffic (5–7pm) are loud. The hotel entrance is on the street, so door swing and taxi drop-offs add noise at ground level. There is no bar or club inside, but the lobby can get chatty at breakfast.
Insider tips
1. Park on the residential side street behind the hotel (free at night) rather than the front — 8 Mart ko'chasi has strict daytime parking restrictions. 2. Request a room on floor 3 that does not face the lift — the lift doors produce a loud ding that echoes up the shaft.
- 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 — Top Chan
Free Wi-Fi is included for all guests; speed is adequate for email and browsing (roughly 10 Mbps down). No login required — just select 'Top Chan' network.
One lift serves all three guest floors; there are no stairs-only sections.
No physical newspapers or digital newsstand. The building is a converted 1970s Soviet-era office block with no notable heritage quirks.
Standard check-in is from 14:00; early bag drop available from 07:00 at no charge. Late check-out (until 18:00) costs 50,000 UZS.
Free baggage storage is available at the front desk for same-day arrivals or departures.
Step-free access via a ramp at the main entrance; lift serves all floors. Guest rooms have standard door widths and no roll-in showers.
On-site free parking is available for about 8 cars on a first-come, first-served basis. The nearest public car park is 300 m away on Chilonzor Street (cost 5,000 UZS/hour). No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: A 30% advance deposit is required to guarantee the booking. At check-in, a credit/debit card hold of 100,000 UZS is placed for incidentals.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Церковь Адвентистов Седьмого Дня (139 m · ~2 min walk)
- Place of worship: Iskcon center (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
- Church: Свято-Троице-Никольский женский монастырь (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
- Church: Свято-Троице-Никольский женский монастырь (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Evolution — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
Furqat istirohat va madaniyat bo'gi — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
Музей железнодорожной техники — 2.0 km · ~26 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 237 m · ~3 min walk
IMVITANO ASSOCIATION — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Махмуд Файз — 86 m · ~1 min walk
Toshkent-Yo'lovchi — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Uzbekistani Som, UZS
Change cash at official exchange offices or bank branches in the city centre; avoid airport and hotel counters for poor rates.
Visa and Mastercard accepted at most mid-range restaurants, supermarkets, and hotels; contactless is common. Smaller shops and markets are cash-only.
Not expected but appreciated for good service: round up the bill in restaurants, leave 5-10% for exceptional service; taxis no tip; hotel staff 10,000-20,000 Som per bag.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee or espresso from a chain cafe or bakery: around 12,000-15,000 Som
A plate of plov (rice, meat, carrots) from a street-side chaikhana or canteen: 25,000-35,000 Som
Grilled shashlik skewers with bread and salad at a local barbecue spot: 30,000-50,000 Som for a main
Chorsu Bazaar area and the pedestrian street near the TV Tower have plentiful stalls selling samsa, lagman, and shashlik
Korzinka (large chain) and Makro (discount supermarket) are common in this area
Chorsu Bazaar and the Chinese wholesale market near Olmazor are budget-friendly for everyday wear
Metro single ride 1,400 Som – cheapest way around; from airport use bus #67 or #76 to reach the city centre for 1,400 Som
Always carry small denomination notes as change can be scarce; eat at chaikhanas (tea houses) for filling, cheap meals; buy water in bulk from minimarkets not tourist kiosks.
Emergency Contacts
Tashkent+998 71 140 3333
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
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 Top Chan
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 237 m · ~3 min walk — pharmacy · IMVITANO ASSOCIATION — 1.0 km · ~13 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 Top Chan?
Request a room on floor 3 or 4 facing the inner courtyard (if available) — these are high enough to reduce street rumble from 8 Mart ko'chasi, and the courtyard is much quieter than the front. The lift stops at floor 4, so floor 3 cuts lift noise while staying easily reachable.
Which rooms should I avoid at Top Chan?
Avoid rooms on floor 1 (pavement-level noise and foot traffic) and any room facing 8 Mart ko'chasi on floors 2-4 (direct street noise, especially during rush hours). Also skip rooms next to the lift shaft on any floor — the lift is old and clunks audibly.
Is Top Chan noisy?
8 Mart ko'chasi is a busy Tashkent road — morning commuters (7:30–9am) and evening traffic (5–7pm) are loud. The hotel entrance is on the street, so door swing and taxi drop-offs add noise at ground level. There is no bar or club inside, but the lobby can get chatty at breakfast.
Which rooms have the best views at Top Chan?
Courtyard-side rooms on floor 3–4: you'll see the hotel's garden patch and maybe a sliver of the city skyline. No real mountain or monument view here — the street side just gives you pavement and passing buses.
What are insider tips for staying at Top Chan?
1. Park on the residential side street behind the hotel (free at night) rather than the front — 8 Mart ko'chasi has strict daytime parking restrictions. 2. Request a room on floor 3 that does not face the lift — the lift doors produce a loud ding that echoes up the shaft.
What time is check-in at Top Chan?
Check-in at Top Chan is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Top Chan have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi is included for all guests; speed is adequate for email and browsing (roughly 10 Mbps down). No login required — just select 'Top Chan' network.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Top Chan?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Top Chan?
A plate of plov (rice, meat, carrots) from a street-side chaikhana or canteen: 25,000-35,000 Som
What is the cheapest way to get around from Top Chan?
Metro single ride 1,400 Som – cheapest way around; from airport use bus #67 or #76 to reach the city centre for 1,400 Som
When is the best time to visit Tashkent?
April-May and September-October when daytime highs sit between 20-28°C, skies are clear, and the city's many parks are in bloom or turning gold without summer's heat.
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.