NH Hotel Tashkent
Minor Hotels Enters Uzbekistan with the Signing of NH Hotel Tashkent
Minor Hotels, a global hospitality leader with more than 660 properties in operation and under development across 67 countries, announces the signing of a franchise agreement with EASYRENT PE for NH Hotel Tashkent, a 151-room hotel in Uzbekistan’s capital. Through its NH Hotels & Resorts brand, Minor Hotels will enter Uzbekistan, marking the group’s debut in the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) and Central Asia.
The agreement was formalised during a signing ceremony in Tashkent attended by the Deputy Chairman of the Tourism Committee of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Minor Hotels’ senior management, the project owner, the hotel’s general manager and other local stakeholders.
NH Hotel Tashkent is being refurbished and repositioned under the NH Hotels & Resorts brand and is expected to open in the first quarter of 2027. Following the renovation, the property will offer 151 rooms, including standard twin and double rooms, deluxe rooms and family suites. An all-day dining restaurant, a gym and a meeting room will complement the accommodation, reflecting the brand’s focus on comfort, functionality and the essentials of a well-rounded stay.
NH Hotels & Resorts is Minor Hotels’ upscale hospitality brand, offering value for money, convenient locations in key destinations and service with a human touch. Known for its comfortable, functional spaces and friendly, dependable service, the brand caters to business and leisure travellers seeking a straightforward, contemporary hotel experience.
With an established presence in Europe and the Americas and an expanding footprint in the Middle East, Asia and Australasia, NH Hotels & Resorts brings international brand recognition to new destinations. NH Hotel Tashkent will bring this offering to Uzbekistan, providing a convenient base for guests exploring the capital, travelling for business or leisure, or attending meetings and events.
As Uzbekistan’s largest city and its political, economic, cultural and transport hub, Tashkent is a key gateway for international visitors. The country’s historic Silk Road cities and expanding international connectivity underpin its growing appeal as a Central Asian tourism destination. Leisure guests can explore Amir Timur Square, the Alisher Navoi Opera, Chorsu Bazaar and the Hast Imam Complex, along with the State Museum of the History of the Temurids and the State Museum of History of Uzbekistan.
Located just 10 minutes from the airport, the hotel offers easy access to the capital’s key business and leisure districts, as well as event venues such as the UzExpo Center and the Palace of International Forums, making it a convenient base for business travellers and visitors attending meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions (MICE).
The signing represents a significant step in the development of Tashkent’s hotel infrastructure and reinforces Uzbekistan’s growing position as a tourism destination. It also supports Minor Hotels' asset-light expansion through franchising and establishes a platform for further growth in Central Asia.
For owners, franchising with Minor Hotels combines independent local ownership with commercial reach, operational expertise and dedicated support of a global hospitality group. In addition, joining Minor Hotels’ international distribution and commercial platforms will help the hotel increase its visibility and attract international guests. This integration will also bring the hotel to Minor DISCOVERY, giving it access to a global network of 38 million members worldwide and helping build guest loyalty. NH Hotel Tashkent will also draw on the operating experience of NH Hotels & Resorts, the group’s best-known and most established brand in Europe and the Americas. Combined with the owner’s local expertise, these capabilities will support the hotel’s positioning and long-term growth.