Esfahan
This lovely old house, with a dazzling set of murals in the foyer and copious mirror work, is something of a treat in a city lacking in characterful…
Must-see hotels in Iran
Iran
Sitting aloof on the hill above Ramsar, the Grand is an oasis of luxury away from the exhausts of Rte 22. Surrounded by gardens and orange groves, the…
Iran
A cut above the average travellers' inn, this Pahlavi-era hotel makes an overnight stay in Na'in rather inviting. There are eight split-level suites…
Iran
You'll never want to leave this exquisitely restored Qajar-era traditional house, right in the centre of the old town opposite the covered bazaar. The…
Shiraz
This attractive hotel, run by an enterprising family who has renovated the surrounding lanes over the past five years, is located in a traditional house…
Esfahan
If this hotel was any closer to Esfahan's iconic square, guests would be taking up residence in Ali Qapu Palace. Aside from the perfect location, this new…
Iran
Located on a hill above Abyaneh, this cared-for hotel with its kind and amiable management offers the most comfortable place to stay in town. It also…
Shiraz
With a popular restaurant on the 6th floor, a sports complex including an attractive pool, sauna and Jacuzzi, this new and stylish hotel is giving the…
Iran
Beautifully exotic, this modern-day caravanserai, set against the imposing backdrop of Kuh-e Bisotun (Mt Bisotun), perfectly conjures the ambience of The…
Esfahan
Owner-manager Mr Bagherian is extremely proud of his hotel, and no wonder. In an excellent location in the centre of town, its 60 spacious rooms have…
Iran
Charming Furukh and her gregarious husband Kamran converted a rustic, thick-walled adobe homestead into this delightful four-room ecolodge, artfully…
Southeastern Iran
Faux Corinthian columns and King Kurosh (Cyrus) reliefs give a sense of slightly kitschy grandeur, while warmly decorated rooms are comfortable if…
Iran
The most comfortable rooms in Sanandaj are a long way from the centre in this schmicked-up, multistorey warren of restaurants and coffee shops that's…
Southeastern Iran
German-speaking tour guide Jalal has poured his heart into restoring his classically styled ancestral home to create an appealing little guesthouse. The…
Southeastern Iran
Eight of Meymand's old cave-rooms have been equipped with clean bedding, tree-branch shelving, heater and lamps for overnight stays. Yet with namad and…
Iran
Hotel Koohrang is in a pretty valley near a river and makes up for any lack of exterior charm by the warmth of its welcome. With a range of activities…
Tehran
Located at 3525m, this is the only accommodation and place to eat near the summit of the mountain. As ski lodges go, it's a rather cosy and pleasant place…
Iran
In a woodland setting behind the garden of the appealing Telar teahouse (open from 3pm), the Tourist Hotel's main building has renovated rooms that are…
Shabhaye Talai – Golden Nights Beach Restaurant
Qeshm Island
No language barrier at this quirky venture: it's run by Annelie, from Germany, and her husband, Ali Reza, who both speak fluent English and go to great…
Southeastern Iran
Female-run Omid is cleaner than most ultra-budget guesthouses; the simple rooms have a TV and fridge – and rock-hard beds – and guests can use the kitchen…
Iran
Directly opposite the airport and sharing a building with the slightly more upmarket Novotel is this slick, contemporary-design business hotel that takes…
Iran
The most comfortable rooms in town are in this Parsian tower 8km from the centre and walking distance to Taq-e Bustan. The 6th-floor restaurant, with its…
Iran
Set high up in an alpine valley, surrounded in spring by wildflowers, and beset by heavy snow most winters, this somewhat austere hotel is nothing if not…
Kish Island
When it opened as the shah’s beachfront casino-hotel in 1973, this was the most glamorous shack on the gulf. It hasn’t changed much, and the angular…
Iran
This characterful hotel, with a cosy circular foyer decorated with rural artefacts, an ibex head mounted on the wall and an African grey parrot welcoming…
Tehran
Polite service marks out the well-located Espinas, where the rooms and suites combine modern comforts with an understated dash of Iranian style in the…
Iran
Partly shielded from thundering road noise by orange trees and date palms, this five-storey hotel lies 10km east of Golha Sq, towards Gorgan. A glass…
Southeastern Iran
Barely signed in a residential yet reasonably central location, this low-profile hotel has a 1960s-retro minimalist style. There's a large, rectilinear…
Iran
Large, comfortable, modern rooms and a friendly, helpful manager who speaks excellent English and German make this the nicest place to stay in Kaleybar…
Iran
This tiny, unsignposted gem has simple, clean rooms. Head west down 23 Tir Blvd from Imam St and turn left at the first alley (there's a small shop run by…
Southeastern Iran
A short walk from the fortress complex, this 'apartment hotel' has five luxurious new suites with two bedrooms, new bathrooms, kitchen/sitting room and…
Iran
The excellent rooms here are fully appointed, and the complimentary breakfast includes a wide selection of hot and cold fare, including freshly baked naan…
Iran
Takab's only decent hotel has friendly staff, adequate rooms, working wi-fi, hot water and a reasonable restaurant (meals around IR240,000). Effusive,…
Iran
For something a bit different, try these modern, comfy, hexagonal cabins atop a mountain you can only approach by telecabine (cable car). There are plenty…
Shiraz
There are good city views from the rooms and upper-floor restaurant of this five-star hotel, but the location, next to the tree-lined Ghasr-e Dasht…
Iran
Jolfa’s nicest option, just west of the train station, is 800m from central Ashura Sq. Staff are super friendly and can organise agency taxis for St…
Southeastern Iran
In a bland, new, grey-white stone building set back from Imam Khomeini Sq, the Ghaem's location is excellent and rooms are good value: unfussy but…
Shiraz
This stylish hotel, with a pianola trotting out tunes in the marble foyer, is one of the few upmarket hotels in Shiraz. A little further from the city…
Kish Island
This Achaemenid-inspired monument in marble is often described as Iran’s best hotel, though its Vegas-style ostentation won’t please everyone. Rooms are…
Iran
Light, comfortable and overpriced rooms here are complemented by friendly, English-speaking staff and a good breakfast spread. The restaurant has quality…
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