TASHKENT | As Uzbekistan’ continues to increase its profile’s profile as a tourist destination increases, hotel groups are taking notice. One of the newest hotels to open in the capital is Swissôtel Tashkent. Accor is no stranger to Tashkent, but this is the first foray for their premium Swissôtel brand.
General Manager Dmitry Karpov aims to “fuse Swiss precision with Uzbek warmth”, and the hotel bears all of the hallmarks of the premium business-focused brand from the moment you step food inside the lobby. Service is warm and professional, combining with noticeable efficiency and attention to detail.
Location
Swissôtel Tashkent is in the northern part of Mirobod, Tashkent’s central business and diplomatic hub. It features wide, tree-lined streets, upscale apartments and interesting streets to explore. There’s also a wealth of great places to eat and drink in the area.
The hotel is about a 20 minute walk in any direction from four different metro stations. By car, you’re never more than a 30 minute drive from anywhere you might want to visit in the city. The airport is close, about a 15 minute drive away.
On foot, you’re close to several sights, attractions, and neighbourhoods that are worth visiting. Things like the State Museum of Arts, Amir Temur Square, Hotel Uzbekistan, the State Museum of the Timurids, and Alisher Navoi Theatre (home to Uzbekistan’s national ballet and opera companies) are all a short walk from the hotel.
Rooms
There’s 182 rooms at Swissôtel Tashkent, ranging from the 35 m² Swiss Advantage King Room, to the 50 m² Swiss Vitality Room. I stayed in a Swiss Advantage Twin Room, a slightly more spacious version of the Swiss Advantage King Room featuring two twin beds. The rooms are bright, with soft white and cream tones, and natural materials like timber. Blackout blinds help ensure a good night’s sleep, along with the comfy mattresses, plush pillows, and soft sheets.
Even the smallest rooms in the hotel are spacious. All feature floor-to-ceiling windows, a balcony or terrace, heated floors, a sofa, and a decent-sized work desk. There’s also free high-speed Wi-Fi, stream to a 55″ TV with free-to-air, cable, and streaming capabilities, a pod espresso machine, kettle, large laptop safe, and mini-fridge. There’s a selection of Uzbek snacks provided in the room on arrival, and bottled water that’s topped up daily.
Power outlets are plentiful, and very useful. Each outlet features an international multi-plug format, along with a USB-C and USB-A plug. There’s more than enough space to store your luggage and hang any clothes.
The large bathroom is particularly of note. The walk-in shower is very spacious, with a strong, completely adjustable rain and regular showerhead. Toiletries are from Swiss brand, Purovel.
Amenities
There are a lot of amenities at Swissôtel Tashkent. Wellness facilities include a heated swimming pool, state-of-the-art gym, yoga space, saunas, and a spa with VIP cabins and private hammams. You can book in a variety of treatments like massages, and there’s a library in the lobby where you can chill out and read.
There’s on-site parking available, plus 24/7 room-service and laundry services. 10 different meeting and event spaces provide a variety of options if you’re looking to host anything from a small meeting, through to a large event.
Eat & Drink
There are three food and drink options at Swissôtel Tashkent. Saffron, the hotel restaurant, features a broad, globally-inspired menu, with dishes made using local, seasonal produce. You can dine on the terrace or inside, with city views.
Silk Bar, in the lobby, blends modern luxury with Uzbek art. It offers things like cocktails that showcase Central Asian flavours, live music, and mixology workshops. Pürovel Spa Bar, meanwhile, is all about nutrition and vitality. You can enrol in wellness workshops, and enjoy nutritious smoothies, energy bites and herbal teas.
While not part of the hotel, it’s also worth noting that the excellent “Food Mall” is directly across the road. It’s a trendy spot featuring a variety of pop-ups offering an assortment of global cuisines and on-trend foods, along with bars serving up cocktails, craft beer, and regional wines.
The Verdict
I thoroughly enjoyed staying at Swissôtel Tashkent. It’s new, modern, and features all of the amenities that I could want. I like the location, and ease of access to all of the things that I wanted to see during my time in Tashkent. For what is offered, the hotel is great value for money.
Swissôtel Tashkent
Shakhrisabz Street 4
Tashkent 100060
Uzbekistan
Telephone: +998 55 515 23 32
E-mail: [email protected]
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