Biy Ordo Guesthouse

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Biy Ordo is worth the 10-minute marshrutka ride (122 from Kelechek Bazaar) for the great-value dorms and perfect hostel vibe. Dorms have lockers, and all rooms come with new air-con and en suite bathrooms.Owner Munar and his staff speak fluent English and understand backpacker needs, and at the time of research were planning to launch a second location in the centre.

From the airport a booked pick-up costs 200som, or get off marshrutka 107 outside BTA Bank on Razzakov, then walk one block west to Saliyeva street. There's also a newer hotel-focused branch of Biy Ordo in the city centre.


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