Location is always a key consideration when booking city accommodations in the largest city in Central Asia. The Grand Mir Hotel, 2 Mirobod Street, Tashkent, Uzbekistan, is a short drive from both the Tashkent International Airport and the Central Railway Station. Yet, it’s considered a downtown hotel and is surrounded by the offices of international businesses.
Water splashes in the fountain at the covered entrance to the hotel. Guests are welcomed into a large lobby with plenty of seating and a gift shop. Next to the check-in counter is a small table with complementary treats—iced tea and cookies (refreshments for the travel-weary).
- Get a Car Rental
- Get an eSim to be able to use your smartphone abroad.
- Get a universal plug adapter
- Buy Travel Insurance
There are 126 rooms with all the usual amenities (hair dryer, television, bottled water). The room was clean and tidy. The furnishings are OK, but a little dated (hint: hotels don’t use bedspreads anymore). Guest rooms are ready for a 21st-Century-worthy remodeling.
Although I didn’t have time to check out the fitness center, swimming pool, or the spa, I did make good use of the free WiFi.
Breakfast is included in the room rate, which starts about $160. Book through the hotel website, or check the latest prices at Booking.com.
(Photos by Susan McKee)
