Espinas Hotel – Astara
Espinas Hotel in Astara is a four-star hotel located about 5 kilometers from the port and beside Estil Lake in Gilan, in a distinct and pleasant-climate setting. Although roughly 4 kilometers from the sea, the hotel is away from intense coastal humidity and is closer to forested nature. The hotel was built in 1999 with 116 rooms across four floors and was renovated in 2024. The combination of green space, forest and Estil Lake provides a peaceful and picturesque environment for guests, and some rooms offer direct views of this natural scenery. The rooms are simply furnished, airy and comfortable, and the professional, friendly staff make stays more enjoyable. Two hotel restaurants serving Iranian and local dishes overlook the lake, and the hotel café offers a quiet place to relax and enjoy a coffee or tea. Espinas Hotel in Astara is also fully equipped for business stays. Its conference hall, auditorium and meeting rooms make it a suitable option for administrative and commercial trips. Recreational and wellness facilities such as a sauna, jacuzzi, billiards table, tennis court and children’s playground are available so guests can enjoy their leisure time alongside rest. In terms of location, there are several tourist attractions around the hotel: the hotel’s Bird Garden is about 6.5 kilometers away, Laton Waterfall is around 20 kilometers away, and the Heyran cable car is a bit further—each suitable for half- or full-day excursions. The large coastal market is about a 15-minute drive away, and Rohi Restaurant is a short distance from the hotel. Overall, Espinas Hotel in Astara, with its unique natural setting, complete accommodation and wellness facilities, and tranquil atmosphere, is a suitable choice for leisure, family and business trips in northern Iran.
Espinas Hotel is a four-star facility in Astara. Built in six stories, the hotel has 160 rooms and suites, and offers guests a view of Estil Lake. All rooms at the hotel come with air-conditioning, refrigerators, safety deposit boxes, tea making facilities, television sets and satellite TV channels. Espinas Hotel has a restaurant and a coffee shop where guests can enjoy a delicious variety of Persian and international dishes as well as hot and cold drinks and snacks. Guests can use the hotel’s pool, sauna, Jacuzzi and gym. Espinas Hotel has a business center. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the establishment.
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This hotel has generally received positive feedback due to its excellent location near the lake, beautiful views, and peaceful green spaces. Many reviews highlight the friendly and courteous staff, as well as the cleanliness of the rooms. However, recent experiences have shown some dissatisfaction with the outdatedness of the rooms, weaknesses in service, and the low quality of certain amenities, particularly breakfast and in-room facilities. Overall, the hotel remains attractive for short stays and enjoying the surrounding nature, but it requires further maintenance and renovation.
- Excellent location and view: Proximity to the lake and beautiful views are major advantages of the hotel.
- Spacious and peaceful environment: The cozy, natural, and pleasant surroundings were highly appreciated for relaxation and accommodation.
- Good staff interaction: Many guests praised the staff's politeness, friendliness, and responsiveness.
- Acceptable cleanliness in many rooms: Cleanliness of rooms and the surrounding area was well-evaluated in most reviews.
- Suitable recreational facilities and grounds: Amenities such as boating, tennis court, billiards, and outdoor space enhanced the experience.
- Breakfast was good in some experiences: While variable, breakfast quality was described as acceptable or good in some reviews.
- Outdated rooms and amenities: Several reviews mention the dilapidated condition of furniture, beds, refrigerators, hair dryers, and bathrooms.
- Poor or inconsistent breakfast quality: The variety and quality of breakfast were sometimes lower than expected, especially in 4-star or 5-star hotels.
- Technical issues in rooms and facilities: Issues such as malfunctioning ventilation, weak heating/cooling, noisy air conditioners, and non-functional equipment have been reported.
- High prices relative to quality: Some guests found the price of accommodation, food, and cafes to be high and sometimes disproportionate to the services offered.
- Weakness in some restaurant and cafe services: The quality or service of the restaurants was described as weak in some reviews.
- Lack of some common amenities: The lack of tea makers, safes, swimming pools, elevators, or complete recreational facilities has been mentioned in some areas.
- Unsatisfactory cleanliness in some accommodations: Although most reviews are positive, there have been reports of dirty linens, towels, bathrooms, or poor overall cleanliness.
The stay was very good
The view was not great, room service was either 24 hours or at least midnight, this was a major flaw of the hotel
In general, I would not recommend it to anyone. I fell for the name Espinas. The renovated rooms were not given to guests.
Compared to before, it has deteriorated significantly and the dirtiness of the sheets and towels was extremely dirty and unhygienic (not sterilized) made us want to stay longer. It is like a 2-star hotel, not a 4-star hotel. Even the bathroom ventilator did not work and the hair dryer could not be used
It was good this time, thank you for repairs and renovations
Really a good experience
Overall, it was good, especially the Flamingo restaurant which is newly opened in front of the hotel
Recommend
Great
A pleasant and good experience
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FAQs
- 2 Beds Area, extra bed: 1 folding bed, suitable for up to 2 guests, breakfast is included, and the price starts from $140 per night.
- 2 Beds Lake, extra bed: 1 folding bed, suitable for up to 2 guests, breakfast is included, and the price starts from $177.33 per night.
- 3 Beds Area, bed type: 1 double bed & 1 single bed, suitable for up to 3 guests, breakfast is included, and the price starts from $186.67 per night.
- 3 Beds Lake, suitable for up to 3 guests, breakfast is included, and the price starts from $224 per night.
- Suite Connect 4 Beds Area, bed type: 1 double bed & 2 single beds, extra bed: 1 folding bed, suitable for up to 4 guests, breakfast is included, and the price starts from $233.33 per night.
The complete list of available rooms can be viewed on the Travital website.
