🇺🇿 Toshkent, Uzbekistan
Palm Hostel
📍 27, 4-ko'chasi, Toshkent, 100000
Your stay — Palm Hostel
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Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Мечет Рахимжан-ата (635 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Церковь Христиан Полного Евангелия «Дом молитвы» (1.1 km · ~13 min walk)
- Mosque: Yakkasaroy jom'e masjidi (1.9 km · ~24 min walk)
- Mosque: Rakat jome masjidi (2.0 km · ~25 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Торговый центр "Чиланзар" — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
Аллея Гагарина — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 966 m · ~12 min walk
OXY med — 547 m · ~7 min walk
Ал мухаррам савдо — 540 m · ~7 min walk
To'qimachi — 2.2 km · ~28 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Uzbekistan Somoni, UZS
You can exchange currency at the airport or a local bank, but rates are often poor; consider using an ATM with a debit/credit card for a better rate.
Most places accept Uzbekistan Somoni, but some smaller shops and markets may only accept cash; contactless payments are not common, and mobile pay is not widely accepted.
Tipping is not expected but rounding up the bill or leaving 5-10% in restaurants and cafes is appreciated; for taxi drivers, 1-2% of the fare is sufficient.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →You can find a cup of tea or coffee for around 2,000-3,000 UZS (~ $0.20-$0.35 USD) at a local café or market stall.
A meal at a local food stall or market can cost around 8,000-12,000 UZS (~ $0.80-$1.20 USD) for a bowl of noodles or flatbread with meat.
A budget dinner at a local restaurant can cost around 15,000-25,000 UZS (~ $1.50-$2.50 USD) for a main course.
The bazaar area near the city center is a good place to find affordable street food, with a variety of vendors selling traditional Uzbek dishes.
The local supermarket chains, such as O'zbekiston and Savdo, offer a range of affordable products, including fresh produce and dry goods.
You can find affordable clothing at the local market or bazaar, where vendors sell a variety of second-hand and new items.
A day pass for public transportation costs around 2,000-3,000 UZS (~ $0.20-$0.35 USD); you can also take a taxi or ride-hailing service for around 5,000-10,000 UZS (~ $0.50-$1.00 USD) from the airport to the city center.
Try to avoid exchanging currency at the airport or tourist bureaux, as the rates are often poor.Use public transportation instead of taxis to get around the city.Eat at local food stalls or markets instead of restaurants for more affordable options.
Emergency Contacts
ToshkentWhere to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Toshkent, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Palm Hostel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 966 m · ~12 min walk — pharmacy · OXY med — 547 m · ~7 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Toshkent Metro Station (airport via bus or short walk to 'Toshkent' station) → New York Tashkent Hotel (get off at 'Shota Rustaveli' station)
💡 Metro stations are ornate and worth visiting for architecture. No photos inside stations (security rules). From Shota Rustaveli, exit towards Navoi Park; the hotel is a 7-minute walk east.
Airport terminal bus stop (near exit) → New York Tashkent Hotel (alight at 'Druzhba' stop)
💡 Buses are crowded but reliable. Get an ATTO card at any kiosk for tap-on payments. Walk 5 minutes from Druzhba stop to the hotel via Navoi Avenue.
Airport marshrutka stop (near bus terminal, look for yellow/white minivans) → New York Tashkent Hotel (change at 'Chorsu' market stop, then walk 15 min)
💡 Marshrutkas are chaotic but cheap. Know your route number (e.g., 132) and tell driver 'Chorsu'. From Chorsu, head east on Abay Street; the hotel is near the park. Not for luggage-heavy travellers.
Islam Karimov Tashkent International Airport (TAS) → New York Tashkent Hotel
💡 Use Yandex Go app for fixed pricing and avoid haggling with airport taxi touts. Select Comfort class for AC and clean cars. The hotel is near Shota Rustaveli metro station.
About Toshkent
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 time is check-in at Palm Hostel?
Check-in at Palm Hostel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Where can I eat cheaply near Palm Hostel?
A meal at a local food stall or market can cost around 8,000-12,000 UZS (~ $0.80-$1.20 USD) for a bowl of noodles or flatbread with meat.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Palm Hostel?
A day pass for public transportation costs around 2,000-3,000 UZS (~ $0.20-$0.35 USD); you can also take a taxi or ride-hailing service for around 5,000-10,000 UZS (~ $0.50-$1.00 USD) from the airport to the city center.
Top Attractions in Toshkent
💡 Go in the early evening when locals gather, the fountains are lit, and the boulevard is cooler. The nearby underground pedestrian crossings have cheap shashlik stalls.
💡 Visit in late afternoon light when the marble glows warm. Dress conservatively: women must cover hair, arms, and legs; men should wear long trousers. Shoes are left at the entrance.
💡 Weekday mornings are near empty. The park's public toilets are basic, so use facilities elsewhere first. Bring your own drinks; the kiosks on-site are limited and pricier.
💡 Avoid the tourist-stall row directly under the dome for spices; walk a few metres into the side alleys for better prices. The nona bread from the tandoor at the back entrance is fresh and cheap.
💡 The fee is only about 5000 som (less than £0.40). Combine with Chorsu Bazaar in one visit. Peek inside the cells; some now house small craft workshops where you can watch without buying.