Dushanbe is a quiet, leafy capital with only a handful of hotels that meet international standards. The Hyatt Regency is the most reliable of them, and it proved an ideal place to recharge before a long and demanding road journey through Tajikistan.
At a glance
Location: Ismoili Somoni Avenue, Dushanbe, Tajikistan
Stayed in: Twin room
Best for: travellers resting before or after a Pamir road trip, and business visitors
Reviewed: June 2018
8.6 out of 10
Setting and arrival
The hotel sits in a peaceful pocket of the city between Komsomol Lake and a large park, with the National Museum and other sights within walking distance. The airport is a short drive away, and check-in was smooth.
The rooms
Our twin room was decorated in hazel tones with wooden details and patterns inspired by Tajik textiles. It is a thoroughly modern space, with a flat-screen TV set into the wall, electronically controlled lighting and, crucially, fast Wi-Fi. A compact desk sits beside the floor-to-ceiling windows.
The white and grey marble bathroom is a highlight. The shower and bath sit behind glass, and a glass wall facing the window lets daylight reach right through to the tub.
Dining and drinks
Focaccia Grill is the main restaurant, serving Mediterranean and international dishes in a smart room of parquet floors and marble, and it is where breakfast is served. The Lounge, with indoor and outdoor seating, is a pleasant spot for an afternoon coffee after a day of sightseeing, while The Bar is sleek and intimate, with a long cocktail list and bar food in the evening.
Facilities
The gym covers everything needed for a full workout, and the blue-lit indoor pool is open throughout the day. There are souvenir shops on the ground floor and almost 1,400 square metres of event space, popular for the large, lavish weddings that are a Tajik tradition.
The verdict
Although the Regency brand is aimed at business travellers, the hotel works just as well for leisure. Its central location meant we could explore on foot every day, and the modern, comfortable rooms made it easy to unwind in the evening. It is the best base in Dushanbe.
- Rooms: 8.5
- Service: 8.5
- Dining: 8.0
- Facilities and spa: 8.5
- Location: 9.5
Hyatt Regency Dushanbe, 26/1 Ismoili Somoni Avenue, Dushanbe 734026, Tajikistan. Visit the hotel website.
Based on a stay in June 2018. Facilities, menus and prices may have changed since.
