Hotels near Gornolyzhka Keshi, Bishkek

My local Kyrgyz driver, who picked me from the airport, asked me which hotel should he take me to. I gave him the name of my previous hotel where I stayed earlier. He suggested if he could show me a new hotel in good location. My first question was the rate the hotel charges. He said US $ 50/- per night. That was a real bargain so I requested him to go to new hotel. It is called Discovery Hotel Bishkek on 31, Orenburgskiy side street. At the reception was a young girl who spoke good English. She asked for my passport to register in their computer. After a short while she handed over the passport with room key. She did not ask for upfront payment or deposit. So they collect when the guest leave the hotel. Going to my room, which was not large, but spotlessly clean and welcoming. Bed and furniture were new and well polished. Yes, it was air-conditioned. Continental Breakfast which included soft drinks, chicken sausages and pastries, plus coffee or tea was included in the price. Dining room was large enough with wall-mirror decor and beautiful flowers. I was impressed. I was very satisfied and stayed 3 nights. My highest recommendation to anyone who is looking for a reasonably priced 4 stars hotel, rather cheaply priced, when visiting Bishkek.

Really great hotel, very close to city centre, our room was very clean, and tidied every day, I stayed for 15 nights and no problems at all, would recommend to anyone!! free transfer bus to and from the airport is a big plus, and the reception staff were very friendly and helpful, most of whom spoke English!!

My stay at the Ramada in Bishkek wasn’t great and I couldn’t wait to leave! Upon arrival the guy on reception was so rude and looked at me like a piece of dirt. I asked if any rooms had a good view (which they did because I’ve seen the photos), he laughed, lied and said no! Originally put on the 3rd floor it seemed really busy. I got 3 hours sleep the first night as other guests decided to “hang out” in the corridors. I was actually quite scared as they were being really loud, aggressive and just being a nuisance. The next day I asked to move, which they allowed me to. I moved up one floor, sadly I encountered another group of people travelling together who also liked to leave their room doors wide open so that they could go between rooms. Seriously never experienced a hotel like it, I barely slept again and my 4 nights of lacklustre sleep were appalling. First room the tv didn’t work, there were hair all over the floor and also on my pillow. Second room the tv worked but all channels were in Russian and if you’d like any tea tray refills you’ll have to ask!! Breakfast was okay, you can get an omelette or eggs when they can be bothered to come out of their cupboard. Most things are laid out and you can help yourself, which is fine. The best thing about this place is the location and being able to walk places. Beware it was the Golden Tulip hotel until Ramada took it over and don’t seem to have done any improvements. Room configurations are weird and have more hidden corners that are just odd. Airport transfers are $20 which seems quite excessive for Bishkek. A taxi is roughly 1,000 KGS. Safe to say I wouldn’t stay here again and possibly not at another Ramada either.

We stayed for just one night but had a truly wonderful experience. Check in was pleasant and efficient, facilitated by a young lady named Adnoz (apologies to her if I didn’t spell the name correctly). Thereafter we needed help when I couldn’t reopen the safe locker and also with the TV channels. On both occasions, action was immediate, without having to give reminders. The room was bright, colourful and spacious. But the highlight of our stay - besides the hospitality - was the dinner. We are vegetarians and every dish we ordered was worthy of a Michelin starred restaurant. The food was tasty and bursting with flavour. We are still savouring the Cauliflower steak - perfect in texture and flavour. This is the best food that we have had in our travels. The Menu features the Chef’s credo and philosophy in the first page. The food certainly lived up to it! Service at the restaurant was good and Manager Behruz was a bundle of energy! We wish we had stayed longer and would love to return!

The breakfast is very rich and fresh dishes are added every day. The English level at the front desk is also very good. The rooms are clean and very good. The soundproofing is very good. The traffic here is basically the same as that of the country minibus. Taxi is extremely cheap and you can download a taxi-hailing software yourself. The hotel is located near the Chinese American Consulate, not very close to the city but the city is not big, so it's okay. There should be parking downstairs.

They had pre arranged a taxi service from the airport, and he was waiting for me right at the doors as I finally completed my 28 hours in transit from Sydney. This man was my first experience of anyone really in Bishkek and he was so friendly and helpful. We chatted endlessly whilst he drove me to my destination and although I was tired I wished we could have spoken for another little while. Once inside the hotel, he helped me check in to the hotel as my knowledge of Russian is non existent and the young man behind the counter had limited English. I headed upstairs and had an amazing sleep after a hot shower. The beds are super comfortable and after getting myself sorted around 11am the staff at the front desk really did go above and beyond helping me get my sim card active (they even took me to the supermarket to add data to my sim) they then organised a taxi to take me to the bank and bring me back and all of this they offered me a lunch as I had missed out in breakfast. They also upgraded me from a double room to a room with a separate lounge and bedroom. The next day before checking out they again arranged a taxi for my destination and also gave me a take away lunch as I had missed breakfast that first morning. This was my first long haul flight after 2 years and the staff at hotel De'mar really helped me settle in and avoid jet lag. I can't thank them enough and highly recommend you stay at this hotel if you are ever thinking of visiting Bishkek.

First hostel I ever stayed at and it was comfortable and cozy. I liked the location, it’s near the railways, so you can actually see and hear the trains go by. Nicely furnished and designed, everything is super clean. You will definitely like staying there. Home-like atmosphere, welcoming staff, snacks, books, and Netflix available! Surely would stay there next time.

Stopped in Bishkek for a day, booked this hotel. It was very pleased that there was an opportunity to check out and transfer from the airport. Despite the small number of guests in the hotel, breakfast was covered very diverse and delicious. The hotel has quietly paid a accommodation with a Mir card. The number of the new fund, everything is conveniently located, on request brought a bed for the baby and carefully addressed to all requests. The hotel has a chic location, very recommend!

Отель в целом на троечку. Честно говоря, не уверена, что буду его рекомендовать для посещения. Плюсы: 1) Вкусные завтраки. Сделаны с душой, приятно подачей, девушка-повар старается, и у нее получается) это понравилось. 2) Тихая комната и хорошая кровать. Спится в номере хорошо, к этому никаких претензий. 3) Уютно в номере. Ремонт не плохой, находиться в номере приятно. 4) Хорошая техника: телевизор, кондиционер и холодильник в номере работали хорошо. 5) Круглосуточный ресепшн. Мы заселялись рано утром, и были рады, что на пришлось ждать. За раннее заселение необходимо оплатить половину суток, завтрак будет включен. Минусы: 1) Месторасположение. Вроде и не далеко от центра (20 минут пешком), но рядом с рынком жить не приятно. Да и дома кругом обшарпанные. 2) Вид из окна. Это просто жуть, выход из номера был на какой-то закоулок узкий, где пахло помоями. Окно открыть мы не могли из-за запаха, приходилось включать кондей. Также окно является темным и не прозрачным, свет через него проникает плохо и, находясь, в номере, сложно понять, какое на улице время суток, погода. 3) Ключ от номера не работал. Каждый раз приходилось просить администраторов открыть комнату. Ужасно не удобно. Прожили три дня там, за это время гостевой ключ от номера так и не починили. 4) До номера в тапках. По коридору необходимо ходить в тапочках и каждый раз переодеваться в узком проходе. Не удобно. 5) Тонкая светопропускающая дверь в коридор. Не знаю, зачем, но двери в номера установлены межкомнатные. Это не комфортно и не выглядит надежным.

THERE'S A YURT IN THE HOSTEL COMPOUND, WE REPEAT A YURT IN THE HOSTEL COMPOUND! What a welcome to the hostel to walk through the gates and look to your left to see a f*****g yurt, absolute belter! There may not be an abundance of apples situated around Apple Hostel but there's a yurt! Apple Hostel, situated west of the Western Bus Station in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan is in such a quality location. You come off a long bus ride from Tashkent, walk west for 2 mins and hiya pal you're being welcomed by the yurt. Take the Matrushka from Almaty, Kazakhstan and hiya gal pals you're in the Apple hostel compound. The Western Bus Station may not be located in downtown Bishkek (aye no s**t loser travels it's called western for a reason), but it's not far from quite a few attractions. From Apple Hostel to the notable Osh Bazaar it's only a 25-minute walk and after buying yourself a cute Kalpak to show off to the girlies back home, you can walk the same amount of time to downtown Bishkek. check out losertravels.com for the full review!