Zein-o-Din Caravanserai: A TripAdvisor Perspective
Experience Traditional Hospitality and Architecture at this Ancient Stopover.
Staying overnight in a caravanserai is once-in-a-lifetime experience that can come reality during your trip to Iran. One of the most beautiful caravanserais in Iran is located near the city of Yazd and has been turned into a beautiful hotel: Zein-o-Din Caravanserai. Dating back to the 16th century, it was built under Shah Abbas the Great and once hosted caravans and merchants traveling along the Silk Road, as well as the king himself and other officials.
Located about 60 kilometers south of Yazd, it’s an ideal location for star gazing in a peaceful environment. Renovated in the late 1990s, it has received recognition from the UNESCO for the way it has been reconstructed using traditional materials in 2006 and is presented as one of the top places to see in central Iran by the Lonely Planet.
Nowadays, Zein-o-Din Caravanserai has 33 rooms equipped with floor mattresses and can accommodate up to 100 travelers. Decorated with wooden doors and traditional hand-woven fabrics, Zein-o-Din Caravanserai aims at offering an authentic experience and comfortable to its guests.
If you are considering staying at Zein-o-Din Caravanserai during your trip to Iran, here’s an overview of what travelers have said about this hotel on TripAdvisor.
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Zein-o-Din Caravanserai: What Travelers Are Saying
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On TripAdvisor, Zein-o-Din Caravanserai is praised for its unique atmosphere and ancient history, as well as the friendliness of the staff. Here’s a closer look at what travelers said about this hotel on TripAdvisor.
Unique Historical Place
Most of the praises for Zein-o-Din Caravanserai goes to the unique historical features of the place, being an authentic caravanserai from the Silk Road. Nerissa S (Jun 2022) described: “This was a real experience, an amazing building with great facilities & just so different to what I’m use too & where I’m from. My absolute favorite stay in all of Iran!”. Likewise, Maedeliverance (Dec 2018) explained “if you looking for an old and historic place to relax and go to the past, I recommend this place to you. It is fantastic” and Amirhossein G (Oct 2022) described: “The place itself is very ancient and the nights of desert adds to the beauty. We watched the stars over our head and sang!”
Eventually, Nick (May 2022) went into more details to describe his experience: “You find yourself in an amazing place, beautifully restored, most friendly host, nice big rooms (ok they are spartan but it is a caravanserai!) The toilets are shared (women and men separated) but very clean and tidy. The kitchen/dining area beautiful; gives you the feeling of times gone by. The main yard an area to congregate and relax. The terrace gives you beautiful views of the stars and the desert around. As an experience it is unique and should not be missed!”
Friendly Staff
According to TripAdvisor review the other strong suit of Zein-o-Din Caravanserai is the friendliness of its staff. Amirhossein G (Oct 2022) wrote: “The most friendly and kind people with amazing place (…) Owners are very helpful!”. Soheila H.Poor (Jun 2022) also described them as “professional and friendly staff”, while Nerissa S (Jun 2022) explained: “The man running the place is one of the loveliest people you will ever meet.”
Reviews Summary of Zein-o-Din Caravanserai
On TripAdvisor, Zein-o-Din Caravanserai gathers a total of 252 reviews, with a score of 4/5. While there are few recent reviews, experiences shared by travelers suggest that this hotel is an authentic place which provides a singular experience due to its historical features and also thanks to the kindness of its staff.
Critical Reviews of Zein-o-Din Caravanserai
Among TripAdvisors reviews, there were several comments suggesting room for improvement. Many travelers warn that sleeping arrangement are basic, given that rooms are equipped with floor mattresses and not beds. Some also pointed out that there are little amenities in the rooms. Another weak point is the bathroom which is located outside of the rooms. Eventually, given the remote area, it is difficult for travelers to have access to restaurants and some have warned that food is only served for breakfast and diner.
Conclusion: SURFIRAN’s Perspective Zein-o-Din Caravanserai
Zein-o-Din Caravanserai is a unique place, dating from 400 years ago, that offers travelers a sense of traveling through time, while they stay in an accommodation once used by silk road merchants. The great restoration work has preserved the traditional and beautiful architectural features of the place, which offers a singular atmosphere, especially at night. While there are some room for improvement, we consider a stay at Zein-o-Din Caravanserai an experience in itself, ideal for spending one night between the visits of Yazd and Kerman.
Zein-o-Din Caravanserai Amenities
- Free Parking
- Free Breakfast
- Shared Bathroom
Zein-o-Din Caravanserai’s Proximity to Major Attractions
Located in a remote area south of Yazd, Zein-o-Din Caravanserai is a medium distance by car from the following mentioned attractions:
- 57 min from Yazd (74 km)
- 30 min from Saryazd Castle (38 km)
- 25 min min from Pahlavanpour Garden (34 km)
- 1h40 min from Bafq (150 km)
Hotel Information:
- Address: Yazd to Kerman Highway, Zein-o-Din
- Phone number: +98.912.306.0441
- See the location on Google Maps
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