Your stay — Royal Khiva
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Hotel Facilities — Royal Khiva
free for 1 device, 500 kbps speed, 30-minute login interval
serves all floors, historic wing has stairs-only access to 2nd floor
complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader) and local Uzbek newspapers
24 hours, early bag-drop available from 08:00, late check-out until 14:00 (additional 20,000 UZS)
available on-site, free for guests, max 3 days
step-free access, wheelchair accessible entry, some historic rooms have low ceilings
on-site parking available, 10,000 UZS per night; nearest public car park 500m away, 5,000 UZS per day; no EV charging available
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: Uzbekistan 2% of room rate ( approx. 6,000 UZS) per night/person
Deposit & card hold: 50,000 UZS advance deposit, 50,000 UZS incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Said Ota masjidi (248 m · ~3 min walk)
- Mosque: Yar Muhammad Devon masjidi (354 m · ~4 min walk)
- Mosque: Juma masjid (406 m · ~5 min walk)
- Mosque: Bog'bonli masjid (494 m · ~6 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Xiva shahar madaniyat va istirohat bogʻi — 812 m · ~10 min walk
Qozixona — 223 m · ~3 min walk
Кукольный театр — 462 m · ~6 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 64 m · ~1 min walk
Kordon Xumo — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
Barno — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Xiva — 2.2 km · ~28 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Uzbekistan Som (UZS)
Travellers can exchange currency at banks or currency exchange offices in the city center. Be aware that rates at airports or tourist bureaux may be poor, so it's best to exchange at a local bank for a better rate.
Credit cards are accepted at most hotels, restaurants, and shops in Xiva, but cash is still preferred. Mobile payments are not common, but some newer establishments may accept contactless payments.
Tipping is not expected but is appreciated for good service. 1,000-2,000 UZS (around 0.25-0.50 USD) for a meal or service is sufficient.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A cup of coffee at a local café costs around 5,000-10,000 UZS (0.80-1.60 USD).
A plate of plov (pilaf) at a local eatery costs around 15,000-25,000 UZS (2.40-4.00 USD).
A main course at a mid-range restaurant costs around 25,000-40,000 UZS (4.00-6.40 USD).
Try the local street food at the bazaar or near the old city walls for affordable and delicious options.
Local markets and bazaars are the best places to buy groceries, with prices starting from around 5,000-10,000 UZS (0.80-1.60 USD) for basic items.
Markets and bazaars are the best places to find affordable clothing, with prices starting from around 10,000-20,000 UZS (1.60-3.20 USD) for basic items.
The cheapest way to get around Xiva is by taxi, with prices starting from around 5,000-10,000 UZS (0.80-1.60 USD) for a short ride. A day pass for the local bus costs around 10,000-20,000 UZS (1.60-3.20 USD).
Try local markets and bazaars for affordable shopping, avoid eating at touristy restaurants, and use public transport instead of taxis to save money.
Emergency Contacts
XivaFor non-urgent police matters, dial 102 in Uzbekistan (works citywide, including Xiva). The tourist police in Khiva Old City (Ichan Kala) are reachable via the main police station on Amir Timur Street. For medical help, the city's central hospital (Xiva shahar markaziy kasalxonasi) is on Al-Khwarizmi Street, but note that English may be limited. For travel-related emergencies, your hotel or a local guide is often the quickest help.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Xiva, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Royal Khiva
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 64 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Kordon Xumo — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Urgench Railway Station → Khiva Railway Station
💡 Scenic ride through desert and cotton fields. From Khiva station, take a taxi (5,000–10,000 UZS) to Isac Hoja. Buy tickets online 3 days ahead via O'zbekiston Temir Yo'llari app—queues at stations are slow.
Urgench Bus Station (near airport) → Khiva Bus Station
💡 Marshrutka drops you at Khiva's main bus stop, a 15-minute walk to Itchan Kala's west gate. From there walk east 5 min to Isac Hoja. Cheapest option, but no luggage space—backpack only.
Khiva Bus Station → Itchan Kala (West Gate)
💡 If you arrive by bus or marshrutka and need to reach the hotel quickly, flag a shared taxi near the bus station—just say 'Itchan Kala West Gate'. Isac Hoja is a 2-minute walk inside the gate. Don't pay more than 5,000 UZS per head.
Urgench International Airport (UGC) → Isac Hoja Hotel, Khiva
💡 Haggle before you get in. Official airport taxi booth inside arrivals gives a fixed price around 60,000 UZS—less hassle. Hotel can also arrange a driver for similar cost.
About Xiva
Wikipedia ↗Xiva may refer to: Xiva, the Catalan name of Chiva, Valencia, a town in Spain Xiva, the Uzbek name of Khiva, a town in Uzbekistan
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is check-in at Royal Khiva?
Check-in at Royal Khiva is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Royal Khiva have Wi-Fi?
free for 1 device, 500 kbps speed, 30-minute login interval
Is there a city or tourist tax at Royal Khiva?
Uzbekistan 2% of room rate ( approx. 6,000 UZS) per night/person
Where can I eat cheaply near Royal Khiva?
A plate of plov (pilaf) at a local eatery costs around 15,000-25,000 UZS (2.40-4.00 USD).
What is the cheapest way to get around from Royal Khiva?
The cheapest way to get around Xiva is by taxi, with prices starting from around 5,000-10,000 UZS (0.80-1.60 USD) for a short ride. A day pass for the local bus costs around 10,000-20,000 UZS (1.60-3.20 USD).
Top Attractions in Xiva
💡 The dome's tilework is best viewed from the adjacent roof terrace of the souvenir shop at the northeast corner—no purchase needed. Ask politely at the shop; they're used to it.
💡 Sit on the low stone wall by the southern entrance—locals often stop here for tea. Avoid noon heat; the courtyard has little shade.
💡 The ticket for inside includes the harem and throne room, but if you're short on cash, the best tile work is on the main entrance arch—visible from outside. Go early before the tour groups arrive.
💡 Try the fresh non bread from the tandoor ovens—it costs around 1,000 som. Haggling is expected for dried apricots, but not for bread. Women often wear headscarves here; it's respectful to do the same.
💡 Go at sunset when the light turns the bricks a deep ochre. The west gate (West Darvoza) is usually open and gives direct access to the rampart path.