New Friends Mini-Hotel

New Friends Mini-Hotel is a small guesthouse-style budget hotel at 14 Saroy Street in the Meros area of the Yakkasaroy District in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. The setting is a residential neighbourhood with quiet streets and local shops, south-west of the centre. The main sights, including Independence Square and Amir Timur Square, are reached by taxi in around fifteen minutes depending on traffic.

The property is a modest, homely place that suits travellers who prefer a personal atmosphere to a large hotel. Rooms are offered as Single Rooms and Double Rooms. Listings suggest typical prices of 250,000 to 500,000 UZS per night (about $20 to $40), though live rates for exact dates should be checked. Amenities listed are wifi and air conditioning, and the contact number is +998 99 020 33 66. There is no restaurant, spa or pool listed.

Meals are usually taken nearby. The Yakkasaroy district has cafes and restaurants serving Uzbek dishes such as plov, manti, lagman and shashlik, and local bakeries sell fresh non bread and samsa. Guesthouses of this type sometimes offer breakfast, which should be confirmed with the property in advance.

The service character is personal and informal, with staff or owners often able to give tips on local transport, food and sightseeing. This suits independent travellers, backpackers and visitors staying for a few nights. It is less suited to those wanting a concierge, room service or extensive facilities.

Visitors should plan transport and check recent reviews and photos, because small properties vary in standard. Ride-hailing apps are inexpensive, and a taxi to the railway station for Afrosiyob services takes around fifteen to twenty minutes. Spring and autumn are the most comfortable seasons for exploring the city, while summer heat makes working air conditioning important. Messaging the property ahead of arrival helps arrange check-in, especially for late flights or trains, and booking ahead is advisable in busy periods.