Samarkand
Uzbekistan · Price calendar
Dorm beds in Samarkand, Uzbekistan range from $8 to $18/night over the next 3 months. HostelHawk tracks 16 properties. Cheapest upcoming dates: Aug 1, Aug 2, Aug 3.
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Hostel prices in Samarkand, Uzbekistan
A typical dorm night in Samarkand runs about $8.
Across the upcoming months, August tends to be the cheapest month (from $8/night) and July the most expensive (from $8/night).
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Hostels we track in Samarkand
- Old Radio Hostel 9.6 · 232 reviews
- Colibri Traditional Hostel 8.6 · 146 reviews
- Backpackers house markhaba 8.4 · 18 reviews
- Hostel Imona 0.0 · 15 reviews
- MUSAVVIR Hostel 9.4 · 11 reviews
- Heartland Hostel Samarkand 8.5 · 10 reviews
- Azaliya Hostel 9.2 · 3 reviews
- Guest house Behruz 5 star 7.1 · 3 reviews
- BridgeStayHostel 10.0 · 1 reviews
- Chashma Hostel 9.4 · 1 reviews
- Hostel Uz 10.0 · 1 reviews
- Aslan Hostel
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Local knowledge for Samarkand
Where to stay
Most budget hostels cluster in the old city, within a 10-minute walk of Registan Square. The pocket between Registan and Bibi-Khanym Mosque is the practical choice: Siab Bazaar is steps away, the main sites are walkable, and you avoid the taxi fare that comes with staying out near the train station.
Getting around
- Take the Afrosiyob high-speed train from Tashkent instead of a shared taxi or slow train. It covers the route in roughly two hours, arrives at a proper station, and costs far less than most guesthouse transfer packages.
- Siab Bazaar, right beside Bibi-Khanym Mosque, sells non flatbread, dried apricots, and walnuts at prices locals actually pay. The stalls within sight of Registan charge two to three times as much for the same goods, so walk the extra five minutes.
- At Registan, buy the combined entry ticket at the main booth rather than paying each of the three madrasahs individually. It covers Ulugh Beg, Sher-Dor, and Tilya-Kori for less than the sum of separate admissions.
When to go
December through February brings the lowest hostel prices and the fewest crowds. April, May, September, and October fill up quickly, with a noticeable spike around Navruz in late March.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a hostel in Samarkand cost per night?
Dorm beds in Samarkand currently range from $8 to $18/night based on the next 3 months of availability.
When are the cheapest dates to book a hostel in Samarkand?
Based on current data, the cheapest upcoming dates for hostels in Samarkand are August 1, August 2, August 3.
How many hostels does HostelHawk track in Samarkand?
HostelHawk currently tracks 16 hostels in Samarkand, Uzbekistan.
What's the cheapest month to book a hostel in Samarkand?
Based on current availability, August has the lowest hostel prices in Samarkand, with dorm beds from $8/night.
Where do backpackers stay in Samarkand?
Most budget hostels cluster in the old city, within a 10-minute walk of Registan Square. The pocket between Registan and Bibi-Khanym Mosque is the practical choice: Siab Bazaar is steps away, the main sites are walkable, and you avoid the taxi fare that comes with staying out near the train station.
What is the best time of year to visit Samarkand?
December through February brings the lowest hostel prices and the fewest crowds. April, May, September, and October fill up quickly, with a noticeable spike around Navruz in late March.