On this blog, you’ll find more about the different types of accommodation in Iran. Whether looking for luxury in Tehran, history in Isfahan, Shiraz, or Yazd, nature near the Caspian Sea, or a peaceful getaway by the Persian Gulf. We cover everything from fancy five-star hotels to cozy traditional Iranian hotels, helping you find the perfect spot to relax during your trip.
But, due to sanctions, the Iranian accommodations are not listed on international booking systems like Booking.com, and also there are hidden gems that only locals know about, so, don’t worry just send us your requests online or via email or WhatsApp and we will find and book your accommodations based on your request. Also, if you travel as an unmarried couple, you can stay in your private rooms without a problem and do not need to show any documents. So, just find your travel dates, pack your stuff, and let us organize your trip!
Types of Accommodation in Iran
a. Hotels
1- Modern Hotels:
Iran has a wide variety of modern hotels. Hotels in Iran are rated based on stars. You can easily find one, two, three, four, and five-star hotels in many cities in Iran. Persian Walk can help you find the best hotels based on your budget and Plan. We choose hotels based on good prices, high quality, and our customer feedback. Espinas Palace Hotel in Tehran, Shiraz Grand Hotel & Chaharbagh Hotel in Isfahan are the best 5-star hotels in Iran. Please send us an email or a WhatsApp message about your booking request, and we will take care of it.
2- Traditional hotels:
In the past 25 years, many old Iranian houses all around the country transformed into traditional Iranian hotels. In Iran, we have different types of architecture that suit the weather due to the various weather. From the wet and rainy lands of the Caspian Sea shore to the dry lands of the central desert and from the mountainous north and northwest Iran to the flat warm beaches of the Persian Gulf you can easily find the different architecture that provides you a wide variety of Iranian traditional hotels. Also, you can feel the unique Iranian hospitality very well in these places.
Persian Walk helps you to find the best traditional hotels based on your desires, just let us know about your trip. There are a wide variety of choices based on your budget. From luxury Iranian boutique hotels (mostly renovated old mansions and houses that have equal service and quality to a 4 or 5-star hotel) to cozy budget-friendly Iranian traditional hotels (mostly old renovated houses and caravanserais that are equal to a 3-star hotel) are available in many Iranian cities.
Sarhang Palace & Abbasi Hotel in Isfahan, Saraye Ameriha Hotel in Kashan, Razaz Boutique Hotel in Tehran, Dad Hotel in Yazd, Saharkhizan Boutique Hotel in Shiraz & Nartitee in Taft near Yazd are some of the best ones. Persian Walk can find the best accommodation in Iran for you based on your budget, and trip length, and request and book them for you.
b. Caravanserais
Iranians invented caravanserais thousands of years ago. They are ancient accommodations constructed by Iranians all around the Persian empire (Iran empire) and several of them are registered as UNESCO World Heritage. Nowadays, some of the caravanserais are renovated and equipped to host travelers and give them a unique experience of old Persia. These caravanserais have all the facilities you need to stay at night. You can have your private room, toilet, shower, meals and more there.
One of the most interesting examples of these caravans is the Zein-O-Din caravanserai. It’s located by the Yazd-Kerman highway and is one of the very rare round caravanserais. You can stay there and enjoy your 600-year-old hotel caravanserai and watch the stars on its lovely rooftop. Just let Persian Walk know your dates and desired plans and we organize your stay in Zein-o-Din or other caravanserais all around Iran.
c. Hostels
There are high-quality and affordable hostels in cities like Tehran, Isfahan, Shiraz, Yazd & Kashan. They offer mixed, men’s and women’s dorms and private rooms. Some of them are available to book on Hostel World. Rooberoo, Tehran Heritage, and Firouzeh are good examples of Tehran, Isfahan Heritage is one of the best in Isfahan & Silk Road, Friendly House & Delkhash are the best ones in Yazd. Also, Persian Walk can help you to book your hostels at a reasonable price. You can easily send your request on WhatsApp or email and we will write you back soon.
d. Homestay
Iranians are so hospitable and they like guests so much. So, this is the main reason you can find such high-quality homestays in Iran. Even though, staying at night at someone’s house as a foreigner is forbidden according to tourism ministry rules (you must stay in official accommodations like hotels, hostels, or caravanserais or camps).
Also, this is so usual that people see you in the bazaar or a café or even in the street and invite you to their home for a drink, food or a night stay. You always should remember maybe it could be a Taarof and let them ask you three times and then accept it or just ask them if is it a Taarof.
e. Camping
1- Camping Sites
Several places offer camping accommodations in Iran. In deserts and mountains around the country, you can stay in camps. Lut Star Eco Camp, Matinabad Desert Camp, and Koohrang Nomadic Tourism Camp are the best samples. Also, you can stay with Iranian nomads and sleep in their traditional tents. Nomad tours are very popular in Iran. You can stay with nomads just for one night or immigrate with them within the country while they are moving from one area to another. Persian Walk can help you organize your nomad tour and also find the best camps based on your request and time.
2- Independent camping
Independent camping in Iran like tents, vans, and caravans is very common. You can travel in Iran by caravans or vans or rent one and wander around the country. Also, in many places, you are allowed to camp and put on a tent. Caspian Sea and Persian Gulf beaches, forests, deserts, mountains, and some parks in cities you can easily put on your tent and enjoy your night there. Also, cyclist (except Brits, Americans, and Canadians) who travel to Iran and cross the country by bike can put on their tents.
Persian Walk can help you rent a caravan or a van or show you the best locations to park your caravans and enjoy your time in beautiful Iran. Also, we can introduce you to the local guides to help you explore nature and find unique camping sites to put on your tents.
Finally, Persian Walk can help you organize your trip to Iran from A to Z. We offer different services like trip planning, applying for visas, airport and city transportation, booking different types of accommodation in Iran, private and city tours, walking tours, and more. You can send us your request via email or WhatsApp and we will handle it soon!
Looking forward to seeing you soon in Iran!
