Hotel Varzish

Dushanbe


It has to be said that the bad-smelling rooms in this stadium hostel, designed primarily for sportsmen, leave much to be desired, with dim lighting, peeling wallpaper and questionable cleanliness. In a city of limited budget choices, however, the minimal cost might be attractive for male travellers: women may feel uncomfortable in the isolated, all-male environment. Breakfast is not included.


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