Views & landmarks
Yyldyz Hotel
Yyldyz Hotel
The Yyldyz Hotel is a 24-story luxury hotel and architectural landmark in Ashgabat. Standing 107 meters tall, it is one of the most prominent structures in the city skyline. Travelers visit this location primarily to observe its scale and design, or to access elevated views of the city and the surrounding Kopet Dag mountains.
Getting There
The hotel is located on the outskirts of the city center. The most common way to reach it is via taxi or private vehicle. Depending on traffic, the journey from the central district typically takes 10 to 20 minutes.
Duration of Visit
For those visiting solely to see the exterior and the immediate grounds, one hour is generally sufficient. Guests staying at the hotel or those spending time in the lounge areas may stay longer.
When to Visit
Visiting during the late afternoon or early evening allows you to see the building's exterior lighting. Due to the extreme temperatures in Ashgabat, visiting during the spring or autumn is preferable to the peak heat of summer.
Nearby Attractions
The hotel can be combined with other local sites to create a full itinerary. Nearby locations include:
- Ashgabat Memorial Complex: 1.6km
- Ashgabat Botanical Garden: 2.9km
- St. Alexander Nevsky Church: 3.5km
- World of Turkmenbashi Tales: 3.5km
Updated September 8, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors