Accommodation Scams in Bukhara

Guesthouse Bait-and-Switch Near Old Town

Budget guesthouses near the Lyabi-Hauz and Poi Kalyan areas advertise a specific room type or rate online, but on arrival the room is claimed to be unavailable and a more expensive alternative is offered. Some guesthouses quote a rate for the night but add undisclosed charges for breakfast, air conditioning use, or hot water at checkout. The practice is more common at family-run guesthouses that rely on walk-in or last-minute bookings.