Lyabi House Hotel

This is an excellent boutique hotel with comfortable rooms. It also operates a popular Western restaurant where I ate every day. The location is superb; right outside, you'll find the Afanti statue, various madrasahs, and the bazaar. Most major attractions are within walking distance.

I had mixed feelings about the hotel. We booked two rooms for two guests each. One room was on the ground floor: the windows couldn't be opened because they overlooked the restaurant, there was no refrigerator, and the shower head didn't work. The second room was more spacious and comfortable, but they started repairs to replace the door lock without warning. It's unclear why they couldn't do this before check-in and start the work after the guests arrived. The hotel is authentic, but the service is nonexistent. We checked out at night, and there was no one at reception, nor did anyone answer the phone. Bottom line: the hotel is fine for the discerning traveler, but if you're used to service, it's best to look elsewhere.

An absolutely wonderful hotel that left us with absolutely wonderful memories! The Lyabi Hauz Hotel is located just a stone's throw from Lyabi Hauz in the old historic city of Bukhara. The streets are narrow, nestled between closely packed houses, often other hotels, and cars are not allowed. So the taxi driver dropped us off near the edge of the old city, and we then wheeled our suitcases to the hotel. Apparently, the Lyabi Hauz Hotel is a former madrassa converted into a hotel. A small part of the hotel is occupied by the Aivan restaurant, which apparently serves primarily European dishes, but at lunch you can try Bukhara pilaf, which is not on the menu. The location right next to the tourist center is a definite advantage. It was very convenient to walk to the nearby attractions, of which there are plenty. We also walked to Samonid Park and the Ark Fortress. Our room was comfortable, with windows overlooking an inner courtyard that could be screened off with curtains. The Wi-Fi worked well. The only downsides I could find were that the bathroom exhaust fan was loud and turned on with the light, and that there wasn't enough space in the bathroom to hang two sets of towels—there weren't enough hooks or anything else to hang four towels. But those are minor details. We really enjoyed our stay and relaxation at this hotel, thank you!

The best location, the atmosphere. The best restaurant in the city, located in an old merchant's house. The hotel has a very cozy, homey feel. The staff is friendly and helpful. If you're planning a vacation in Bukhara, this is the place to stay. You won't regret it.