Although the Arkanchi hotel is located in the old town near to the western gate, taxis can still park right outside the hotel, which is substantial, being on two floors. Reception staff were polite. I was told of the tourist tax and paid it. The lobby area is large and light with several sofas. I had a double room on the ground floor, with two single beds. It was of a good size. There was a desk with chair and another easy chair. It had a refrigerator, which unfortunately was not working. The bathroom was modern with a walk-in shower. There was also a kettle for making drinks. This was the first hotel in Uzbekistan where I found the bed comfortable: all the others had been too firm. I found the breakfast a bit disappointing, though there was a selection of hot and cold food. I would have liked to have seen more pastries. I would stay at this hotel again.