Iran
Offering the perfect rural getaway, this rural homestay in the middle of the Bavanat valley comprises a range of 35 traditional or modern rooms, some with…
Must-see hotels in Iran
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Esfahan
The Abbasi’s main building was once the caravanserai of the Madraseh-ye Chahar Bagh; arranged around a huge garden of ponds and towering cedars, and with…
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Iran
English-speaking owner Mohammad Jalali and his family offer guests an authentic experience of Iranian hospitality with great charm and warmth. Their…
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Shiraz
This newly restored old house, in the heart of the old quarter, is arranged around two courtyards and immediately conveys a sense of hospitality. A…
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Shiraz
This is currently Shiraz's most desired residence, attracting international visitors to its conference facilities and well-heeled Iranian travellers in…
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Esfahan
On a quiet lane in an excellent location, this modest hotel with its stylish foyer offers comfortable rooms with low beds, Persian rugs and a fridge. The…
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Iran
Brainchild of young Tehrani adventurers, this lodge nestled in the verdant Ramsar hinterland provides cultural, musical, gastronomic and adventure…
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Tehran
What started as a Facebook forum for helping travellers in Iran has blossomed into Tehran's first fully-legit hostel. Run by a clued-up, youthful and open…
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Shiraz
One of only a handful of traditional hotels in Shiraz, this delightful, sociable hotel in the heart of the old quarter is a firm backpacker favourite. The…
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Iran
In the tiny outpost of Farahzad, neighbouring Mesr, this 11-room guesthouse occupies two beautifully restored mud-brick houses. The simple rooms with…
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Southeastern Iran
The classic, 180-year-old house of Aramgah's one-time motevibashi (caretaker) has been tastefully converted into an eight-room boutique hotel using…
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Iran
With a cool sunken courtyard, a fine wind catcher and gorgeous rooms with beds and private bathroom, this beautifully renovated traditional hotel is well…
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Shiraz
This centrally located hotel with its stained-glass windows casting lozenges of light across the foyer in a modern take on an ancient theme is a…
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Kish Island
Iran's first (and only) over-water hotel, the Toranj is one of Kish’s best resorts. The 100 bungalows are built on stilts and come with the requisite…
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Esfahan
It may be a bit short on style, but the centrally located Hasht Behesht, run by a delightful family, is one of the best accommodation options in town,…
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Iran
Soon to be a traveller's favourite, the Shushtar offers traditional-styled rooms that open onto a private palm-fringed courtyard. Breakfast is served in a…
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Iran
With two impressive portals at either end of a large central courtyard, this old caravanserai has been sensitively restored to suggest a continuity of…
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Esfahan
Located in the bazaar near the ancient Masjed-e Hakim (Hakim Mosque), this hotel is set around two courtyards in adjoining Safavid- and Qajar-period homes…
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Iran
Surrounded by wasteland at the edge of an artificial lake, 4.5km southwest of the centre, this hotel might prompt you to wonder what the attraction is,…
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Iran
The Garmsar area's most luxurious accommodation offers six cosily comfortable mini-suites in a pseudo-historical architectural style but with full…
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Southeastern Iran
Built around a century ago to accommodate the priest of the nearby (and still active) Zoroastrian temple, this delightfully quirky place has two spacious…
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Southeastern Iran
This ultra-simple, 40-year-old adobe house has just two thick-walled rooms, one adorned with embroidery on old rice sacks and the other with decor…
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Iran
Young Ali Vesali has turned a traditional Roein house into a delightful, bargain-value getaway: three carpeted rooms and an indoor bathroom form a self…
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Qeshm Island
This pleasing homestay is in Shibderaz village, a short stroll from the beach where turtles lay their eggs between April and July. Bedding is laid out in…
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Iran
Three comfortable sleep-on-the-floor rooms (sharing a decent indoor bathroom) form a sweet little lodge run by the village council as a self-help…
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Ferdowsi International Grand Hotel
Tehran
This is the only international-standard hotel within an easy walk of the museums, Golestan Palace and bazaar, and as such is popular with tour groups. The…
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Tehran
In a peaceful north Tehran neighbourhood that's a short walk from the metro or Valiasr Ave, the Sepehr is a stylish hotel made up of good-quality self…
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Iran
With 12 sleep-on-floor rooms (two of them en suite) ranged round a central well and fountain pool, Arg Ecolodge is one of Khorasan's most delightful rural…
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Southeastern Iran
By far the most comfortable logings in the Kaluts region, Kashkiloo is a very professional six-room mini hotel combining stylishly modernised traditional…
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Iran
With multi-domed roofs, this cosy, well-appointed hotel is designed to faintly resemble a caravanserai. It offers full midrange facilities, wi-fi and a…
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Qeshm Island
Esmael Amini and his family welcome travellers into their attractive home in Tabl near the Harra Sea Forest and are great hosts. Bedding is laid out on…
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Tehran
If ever there was a hotel the atmosphere of which revolved around one man, this is it. Mr Mousavi is the personification of Persian hospitality, and his…
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Iran
A brilliant deal for backpackers wishing to hit the slopes at Dizin, this cosy chalet-style hostel in the village of Velayat Rud, around 5km from the ski…
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Iran
Set amid pines on a tree-lined boulevard, this low-rise property has given itself a canny, retro-fashionable make-over. Fully equipped rooms are bargain…
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Iran
Amazing value for money, the Kamelia is a seven-storey tower with plush, if slightly over-frilly, upmarket rooms for the price of a basic two-star hotel.
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Iran
The Laleh’s 10 remarkable rooms have been carved out of ‘fairy chimney’ rock knolls. Inside they're luxurious affairs, with stylish lighting, futon beds,…
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Tehran
It's worth paying a bit extra for the Howeyzeh's contemporary-styled grey-marble lobby and restaurant area with accents of teal and gold. Rooms don't…
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Iran
Wonderful home cooking (US$10 each meal) is served at this excellent guesthouse, and both the hostel and apartment offer kitchen facilities. Sleeping,…
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Iran
This licensed homestay offers an excellent way to gain a feel for genuine village life. Guests stay in a huge room occupying the top floor of the owner's…
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Iran
This large and attractive mud-and-thatch property with a fountain pool in the garden is run by a pair of hospitable brothers and is a notch above others…
