This list states the things that add to the charm and the character of this place. I had read of previous guests commenting on the stream of visitors entering the hotel to take photos. The is a historical old madrasah, converted into a hotel. So, there would be streams of visitors in the hotel trying to take photos with the Bibi Khanum mosque on the background. This adds to the character of the place. We even helped few visitors take their photos in the hotel. It doesn't have a locker in the room. My room didn't have right angle walls, which meant that the beds weren't parallel to the wall. That's because my room was the last in the lobby, and perhaps the room with the best view. The hotel's water reservoir system had some issues, resulting into no water in our taps. But the staff immediately attended to it. Believe me, we never found these to be an irritant to our stay in the hotel.

We were aware of what we were asking for while booking this place, and that's exactly what we got. It isn't your plush starred hotel. But what an experience. I would rate this the best stay in my trip to the four cities of Uzbekistan. It has a basic room with limited facilities, but we anticipated that while booking, and the lack of it did not disappoint us. The adjoining Zargaron restaurant is where they serve the breakfast, and we had the best of it. The dinner that we had in this restaurant (not included in the stay 😂) serves very nice food. We had an early check-out, and the hotel arranged for a full breakfast before we could leave.

Stayed in May 2024

A few hiccups like AC leaks and electrical problems during our stay. Staff understood and spoke only basic English.

Beautifully decorated with traditional Uzbek style. Room was clean and comfortable. Location is fantastic next to Bibikhanum Mosque and steps away from the bazaar. But it’s still very quiet and private.

Stayed in April 2024

Excellent location, wonderful ambience inside the courtyard of the hotel, comfortable rooms, very helpful and welcoming staff

Stayed in April 2024

We booked the restaurant for arrival but it was closed. There was no fridge or minibar in the room which was advertised. The heated floor in the bathroom was very hot for this time of year.

Excellent location next to the mosque. Staff were very friendly and helped with transport etc. It is easy to get around to the main sites and there is a big local market a few 100 metres away. We had a good time and the hotel and Samarkand in general was safe, friendly and astounding culture and history.

Stayed in April 2024

Everything was amazing

The hotel is so conveniently located. and is next door to the Bibikahnaum Mosque and Siyob Bazaar. All tourist sites are walking distance from the hotel. The area is very quite and peaceful. The hotel overlooks the Bibikhanum Mosque and it's a spectacular view especially at night. The breakfast was good and had all what one would eat for breakfast.

Stayed in April 2024

That i had short stay.

The view the place and the staff. The breakfast was well done too. It is all worth the penny. This hotel has big potential. Though u need to be cautious to make noise if u stay at 1st floor as it will make loud sound at the guest below.

Stayed in February 2024

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A lovely hotel with great views on Bibikhanum mosque with polite staff and superb breakfast.

Stayed in April 2024

Organizing the taxi on the way to the airport took some time, but everything worked well and prices were fair (close to yandex prices)

The location is even more beautiful than in the pictures. They gave us one of their best rooms, thanks for that! Everything else was great too... good breakfast, big enough room and comfy bed (hard as usual in Uzbekistan, but we like that)

Stayed in April 2024

The rooms were really hot as the central heating was blasting all day, there was no way to regulate the heating through the radiator.

The location of the hotel is amazing, the pictures on booking.com almost don't do it justice, it is right on the doorstep of all the major sites in Samarkand. Breakfast was great, especially the view of the Bibikhanum mosque from the windows.

Stayed in February 2024

cleaning ladies walking in on me

the best two things about this hotel is the incredible location and the very nice staff memebers

Stayed in March 2024

No drinking water in room

Close to Registan

Stayed in March 2024

I have no complaints. Everything was excellent.

Excellent location, beautiful building and comfortable, elegant rooms. The adjacent restaurant was superb, both for breakfast and for evening meals.

Stayed in February 2024

No restaurant after 10.00 PM. No mini bar in rooms. But this is more of a suggestion than the complaint

Authentic environment, Very close to historic monuments. great location. Surprisingly quiet place considering that it's in the heart of a touristic place. The restaurant view is amazing and the food is tasty.

Stayed in March 2024

Excellent location and view from the restaurent. Worth👍

Stayed in February 2024

Amazing view to bibi-khanum mosque

Stayed in February 2024

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Fabulous location with outstanding views. Very good value for money. Nice breakfast included in the price. Riad type vibe. Couldn't be better located for the sights of Samarkand.

Stayed in February 2024

I didn’t like the dinner experience in the restaurant, food took a long time to arrived, our soup arrived after 1 hr, we requested the bread to be hot/warm but it came cold and we have to send it back to warm it up, the staff couldn’t be bothered, they rather play on their phone than pay attention to the service. The card machine was not working which was not informed to us in advance and we end up paying them in Euro with 5,000 additional charge on top. The bill also had a 15% service charge which is very expensive compared to the ridiculous slow and rubbish service that were rendered.

We really enjoyed our stay, the staff was kind enough to provide us the best room as I’m celebrating my birthday. The best view there is! And the location was fantastic just 1 stone away from Bibikhanum Mosque, 5 mins walk to Siyob Market, 7 minutes walk to President’s Tomb, 10 mins walk to Registan Mosque and 15-20 walk to Shah-I-Zinda. Breakfast is varied and the view of the restaurant was amazing

Stayed in February 2024

It was rather chilly in room in winter.

There is no better location in town. It is nice and beautiful.

Stayed in February 2024

The staff made our stay memorable by being very accomodating and helpful in short a home away from home.

The hotel is located in the old part of the town and very close to all the important sights. The hotel has also gone into great lengths to represent the local culture with lots of beautiful and interesting details which makes this hotel stand out from chain hotels.

Stayed in February 2024

The room had specific smell. It wasn’t bad. But it did not feel fresh.

Perfect location. Walking distance to many tourists attractions. Great view, especially on the roof.

Stayed in February 2024

I had no reservations about the property. I had a thoroughly enjoyable experience there.

The restaurant was excellent, with a stunning view of the neighbouring mosque.

Stayed in February 2024

Very beautiful hotel. Great location. Large rooms. Friendly staff. Right bu historical Bibikhanum. Waking up in such historic setting was very atmospheric. We loved it. We were 3 traveling females and felt very safe.

Stayed in February 2024

The matrac of the bed is harder than a slab of stone. The restaurant (Zargaron) is disappointing...food is mediocre at best,priceses are higher than other places in the city, the chicken shashlik was not fresh...

It is basicaly next to Bibikhanum Mosque and have a beautiful view from the 2nd floor. The staff is friendly, the wifi is stable, you can pay with card, the price was very good. The breakfast was also good.

Stayed in February 2024

Its not accesible to taxi and quite far from the main road.

Its beside the one of the most beautiful tourist spot in Samarkand. Rooms are very spacious, beautiful and clean. The breakfast is delicious, staffs are very accomodating and is very very cheap! Tourists should really try to check this out. Highly recommended!

Stayed in February 2024