Accommodations range from basic to abysmal, although the construction of several five-star hotels is currently being planned for Dushanbe. There are several classes of hotels (first-class, second, third, etc.), which must be specified when booking. We recommend staying in the best possible properties to minimize hassles, but you may have little choice in the matter. Foreigners are usually restricted to so-called first-class hotels, where rates run US$40-$80 a night. Most local independent travel...