Parsian Esteghlal Hotel

Tehran


In the pre-revolutionary era this was the Hilton. The west tower rooms, which are cheaper, retain a faded 1960s glamour in the furnishings that will appeal to retro fans. Otherwise it's a functional and popular business hotel with good views from the rooms and plenty of facilities including a pool and gym.


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Nearby Tehran attractions

1. Iranian Art Museum Garden

0.64 MILES

Scaled-down architectural models of famous Iranian buildings are dotted around this lovely, spacious walled garden surrounded by small boutiques, cafes…

2. Park-e Mellat

0.89 MILES

Many Tehranis say Park-e Mellat is their favourite in-town getaway, and if you’re here around dusk on any spring or summer afternoon you’ll find plenty of…

3. Film Museum of Iran

0.97 MILES

Housed in a beautiful Qajar-era mansion surrounded by a pleasant garden, this interesting museum has well-displayed and explained (in English) exhibits of…

4. Imamzadeh Saleh

1.34 MILES

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5. Fine Art Museum

1.5 MILES

Near the front gate of the Sa'd Abad Museum Complex, this museum exhibits many excellent paintings, including a dazzling full-sized portrait of Fathi-Ali…

6. Sa’d Abad Museum Complex

1.67 MILES

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7. Royal Automobile Museum

1.7 MILES

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8. White Palace

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