I very much enjoyed my stay at City Hotel Bishkek. I originally booked two nights, but stayed an additional two. Upon arrival, I was given Room 607 -- request it if you can, as it has amazing views of the mountains to the south when the sky is clear enough. (When I extended my stay, I had to move done a floor....okay mountain views from there, but less dramatic. Any lower and there probably isn't any view at all). The staff was incredibly nice with lots of good English spoken. When I checked out, the receptionist actually seemed sad! Breakfast is incredible here with so many options, including (one some days) things like salmon kebabs. My room was pretty plain, but large and comfortable. The bed was new and made for a great sleep. WiFi worked pretty well throughout. There is a small gym but it only has treadmills. There is a sauna too, though I didn't try it. The location is off a main street in the south of the city, in a lively area, with plenty of markets and restaurants to walk to. A big mall is a 15 minute walk away. You can walk to the center in 40 minutes or you can take the No. 10 tram for a few cents. It is comfortable and frequent. (If you take the tram, enter to the back and then pay the driver 8 som when you exit.) Taxis are also cheap and easily available.