Austrian hospitality expertise is entering Central Asia’s tourism market with a significant vote of confidence. An Austrian company is backing the development of a major ski resort across 1,200 hectares in Parkent district, Tashkent region — positioning itself to capture market share in what Uzbekistan’s government is aggressively developing as a tourism hub.
The project will unfold across three phases, ultimately creating daily capacity for 15,000 visitors. This scale suggests serious commercial intent and substantial capital commitment from the Austrian partner.
Infrastructure and amenities
The facility is designed as a comprehensive resort destination. Plans include three-, four-, and five-star hotel accommodation, professionally maintained ski runs, cable lift systems, alpine chalets, wellness centers, restaurants, and recreational areas. Approximately 600 service facilities will support operations across the property.
Economic footprint
The resort will generate up to 10,000 employment positions, including both permanent staff and seasonal workers. For a region developing its hospitality infrastructure, this represents significant economic activity and skills transfer opportunities. Around 600 service facilities will create additional business opportunities for suppliers and vendors.
Regional tourism strategy
The Parkent resort is positioned as a centerpiece of a much broader development agenda. Tashkent region is advancing 52 tourism-related projects with combined investment of USD 1.8 billion, targeting annual visitor capacity of 1 million guests. The Parkent ski resort will compete with the established Amirsoy complex, which operates across 900 hectares and has built a solid reputation since opening in 2019.
Existing facilities in the area already demonstrate market appetite. The Oltin bel mountain-top complex currently operates with two hotels offering 188 beds and capsule-style accommodation, with expansion planned to add 20 additional cabins. In Parkent village itself, over 80 guest houses already operate, drawing approximately 172,000 visitors annually and providing entrepreneurial opportunities for local operators.
Project oversight from government leadership in June signaled priority status, with directives to accelerate construction timelines, expand service offerings, and ensure high service quality standards.
What this means for international investors
For international businesses in construction, hospitality development, interior and exterior design, furniture supply, and equipment provision, this project represents a concrete market entry opportunity. Uzbekistan’s demonstrated commitment to tourism infrastructure — backed by substantial regional investment and willingness to partner with foreign expertise — creates demand for suppliers, designers, and service providers seeking to establish operations in Central Asia. The scale and pace of concurrent development projects signal growing procurement demand and potential for long-term business relationships as the sector develops and matures.
