Abbasi Hotel (Isfahan)

The luxurious and historic Abbasi Hotel in Isfahan is one of the oldest hotels in the world and one of the largest in Iran. It is renowned for its unique architecture, which reflects the Isfahan school of design, making it a prominent tourist attraction in Iran.

The hotel was originally built in 1128 AH (circa 1716 AD) by order of Safavid ruler Shah Sultan Hussein as a caravanserai. He dedicated it to his mother, which is why it was historically known as “Mother of the Shah Caravanserai.”

In 1957, the caravanserai was renovated and transformed into a hotel, renamed “Shah Abbasi Hotel.” During the renovation, efforts were made to preserve and restore the original elements of the caravanserai, maintaining architectural harmony with the Safavid era. In 1966, it officially began operating as the Abbasi Hotel, and to this day, care is taken to retain the building’s historical character.

Each room in the hotel features a unique design and distinct characteristics. The hotel includes 14 reception halls, a restaurant, a traditional teahouse, and a café, and is always prepared to host up to 1,500 guests.