Samarkand is Uzbekistan's Silk Road showpiece, a 2,700-year-old city of turquoise domes, the Registan's three madrasas, Timur's tomb and the tiled mausoleums of Shah-i-Zinda.
Top spas
Curated picks for treatments and day spas.
Mövenpick Samarkand Spa
Hotel spa with sauna, hammam and indoor and outdoor pools; one guest review noted the hammam was under repair during a stay, so confirm it is open.
Hilton Samarkand Regency Spa
Hotel spa with massage services reportedly open until 11 pm, plus a steam room, sauna and indoor pool.
Hilton Garden Inn Samarkand Pool and Hammam
Hotel wellness area; guest reviews say hotel guests get free access to a pool, hammam and Finnish sauna.
Samaria Hotel & Spa
Boutique hotel with a spa, about 900 metres from Registan Square; the treatment menu is not published, so confirm services by phone or at the front desk.
Signature treatments
Local specialties worth seeking out.
Wellness travel tips
Get the most from your wellness experience.
Book hotel spa treatments a day ahead.
Stay hydrated in summer heat.