I stayed here for two nights in late April 2008 when the weather was very hot, and it costs around 35 euros a night for a double-room which is a good price.

The hotel is centrally located - right by the Arg-e Karim Khani by Shohada Square. Hotel staff were friendly, and rooms were airy and bright. I had a balcony on the fourth floor, with access to cable TV, western-style toilet, bath and fairly good shower. There's no in-room safe but reception has lockers for valuable belongings. Bed was comfortable and air-con worked but didn't use it as the windows were big enough with mosquito-shields which was great.

The hotel could also organise tours for Persepolis for the same price as Pars Tourist Agency nearby though the latter has a guide included and is probably the better-value option of the two.

Breakfast was included but was poor. There's an internet terminal but costs 10 000 rial an hour - you're better off in internet cafes out there though a good... more