OPTIMIST
9 Khumumiy str, 140103 Samarkand, Uzbekistan
Offering inner courtyard views, OPTIMIST in Samarkand provides accommodations, a garden, a bar, and a shared lounge. Among the facilities of this property are a culinary universe, hairdresser's, and wellness center facilities. Private private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. The guest house provides guests with a terrace, garden views, a seating area, satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and a private bathroom with walk-in shower and slippers. A microwave, a fridge, and stovetop are jointly featured, as well as a kettle. At the guest house, the units are fitted with bed linen and towels. The morning meal offers à la carte, continental options and fresh pastries and fruit are being served. There is a coffee shop, and packed lunches are in addition available. Yoga classes and fitness classes are provided at the fitness room on site. For guests with children, OPTIMIST offers an indoor play area, outdoor play equipment, and a baby safety gate. Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at the accommodation, while cycling can be enjoyed nearby. Samarkand International Airport is 5.6 miles away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
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266 Reviews
Price Summary
20 $ / night** Approximate prices for a 1-night stay
Guest reviews for OPTIMIST
"Everything think owner is very good and he can teach me every think to explore Area which area I can visit"
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"As a person born in a neighbouring country I recommend this place to all foreigners seeking to have a true Central Asian experience. This was my second time here, and I believe there will be a third time. The owner, Iskandar Aqa, is so kind. He is multilingual. He can help you in English or in Russian, Uzbek, Persian…just ask! Comfortable rooms, you can check in at any time. Our flight arrived at 3am. We waited in a lounge with beds and my friend got some rest. True hospitality from Central Asia! Btw, beds are hard mattresses - I like it and almost all beds in this region are like that, but some Westerners may be unused to this."
"Aucun."
"Clean Owner supper nice and helpful Big room Near bus stop"
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"The owner first and foremost, He welcomed in a very warm way and was there to help you and answer all your questions. Room was warm and clean. Bathroom was very basic but clean. and the overall place is good to stay."
"Nothing. Everything was fine"
"The place was great the owner was very welcoming and the rooms were very comfy"
"Aucun."
"I would highly recommend all my friends to stay at this guest house because the location of their guest house is excellent and close to all tourist spots as well as restaurants. Mr. Iskander is very humble, polite, hospitable and helpful man, he allow us to check in early and help us to convert our dollars in very good rate Thanks & Regay"
"Aucun."
"Very welcoming owner, tea and kettle in the shared kitchen (we didn't cook), laundry (30k). Great nearby restaurant recommendations, 30 to 45 min walk to nearest sights"
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"From the very minute we arrived, we were welcomed warmly by the owner. That goes a long way. We did not use the kitchen but it looks fully-equipped. Close to amenities."
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"This hostel is being run by the very nice family of Mr Iskandar. He is so kind and thoughtful and really takes the extra mile to assist his guests. He voluntarily gave us a sample itinerary for both Samarqand and Panjakent and even offered to arrange our tours. The hostel is located 10mins away from the center via taxi/yandex. The rooms are separated from the main house and it has a spacious lobby/entrance area. It can be easily located and pinned in the Yandex app."
"We had to whatsapp the owner everytime we go out to ask them to close the gate behind us and ring the bell again for them to open whenever we come back because it's locked from the inside only. We understand that this is family-owned and there are children in the family that they have to have an extra level of security, but it can be a bit inconvenient for both guests and owner. It is perfectly okay for them and they gladly do it everytime but sometimes we felt shy to keep asking them."
"The host was lively and jovial. He was really helpful. We loved our time at the Optimist."
"Initially, it was a little difficult to find Property."
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Guest reviews
"Очень удобное местоположение , рядом станция метро, базар, супермаркет"
"Очень чистый номер и сотрудники были очень внимательны. Спасибо вам за все ребята."
"The hotel is surrounded by greenery and offers a calm, relaxing atmosphere. It is about a 12–15 minute walk to the main road, where you can find supermarkets, fast-food outlets, and various restaurants. The TV Tower is also within walking distance, just over 20 minutes away. All staff members were warm, approachable, and efficient, which greatly enhanced the overall experience."
Kaori Hotel Expo
"The family host. The experience of preparing food with the family and the rural life. The kindness of the staff and how well organized their preparation for every small detail like preparing the dough, the oven , making the bread, preparing tables and salads. As a matter of fact, i have visited many places and gone through many experiences this year. I rate this one as the most memorable experience. If you are visiting Uzbekistan for many activities, this experience would be adequate to forget about everything else."
Mohammed Muso guesthouse
"We really enjoyed our stay at this guesthouse in the mountains. The family who run it were so kind to us, and cooked us delicious dinners (including catering very well to my vegetarianism). The location is perfect for walks in the mountains and valleys nearby. The accommodation is as to be expected for a mountain guesthouse: cosy but basic."
Kate Ulugbeks guesthouse
"What a wonderful family, and clean & spacious room, surrounded by greenery and the sound of a stream in the background. I was sick during my stay and the eldest daughter ordered a taxi for me and came with me to the hospital where she waited for two hours until I could leave. They also arranged for a great driver called Vali to pick me up in Samarkand, and afterwards to bring me to Bukhara. I returned to this place a second time, and the family welcomed me back with big hugs. Their food is also excellent."
Lydia Ikhtiyor guest house
"Very friendly and gracious hosts with beautiful home cooked dinner and breakfast in the garden with produce grown in their home. They were very helpful and catered well to us, including arranging our transport and also a horse excursion. The eldest son, Shukr, was particularly enterprising and helpful and seems to be the brain of the logistics. Thank you!"
