Location
The elegant building is situated on Moika Embankment, one of the many rivers and canals which make up the historical and cultural heart of the city, known as the Golden Triangle. The hotel looks out over one of the city's most famous sights Palace Square and the State Hermitage Museum. It is just two minutes' walk from Nevsky Prospect, and is close to all major sights and shopping venues. Pulkovo Airport is only thirty minutes away.
Facilities
The hotel was built in 1853. Guests have a choice of 200 non-smoking rooms and 23 suites located in a 9-storey main building and a 197-storey auxiliary building. Multilingual staff at the reception are happy to assist guests at the reception desk round the clock. Check-in and check-out are available 24 hours a day. Amenities include a cloakroom, baggage storage service, safe and cash machine. Wireless internet access (no extra charge) allows guests to stay connected while on holiday. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. 5 lifts and wheelchair-accessible facilities are available. There are also a number of shops that make for great strolling and browsing. Additional facilities include a newspaper stand. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the car park. Further services and facilities include a 24-hour security service, a babysitting service, a transfer service, translation services, room service, a laundry service, a hairdresser, a coin-operated laundry and a page service. Complimentary newspapers are available. The business centre is on hand for guests' business requirements and provides a photocopier. Those who don't want to neglect day-to-day business can make use of the secretarial service.
Rooms
Air conditioning and central heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. A balcony is included as standard in some rooms. All rooms are carpeted and include a double bed. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. A kitchenette with a mini fridge is also provided. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels and WiFi (no extra charge) are provided as well. A turndown service provides guests with additional comfort in the evening hours. A selection of pillows ensures a comfortable stay. A hairdryer and bathrobes are provided in the bathrooms, which include a shower and a bathtub. For extra comfort in the bathrooms, guests are offered cosmetic products. Wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms are also available. The hotel has smoking rooms.
Sports/Entertainment
The indoor and outdoor pools are ideal for exercise as well as relaxation. A sun terrace is a great place to while away the hours. The hot tub in the pool area promises pure relaxation. Sport and leisure facilities at the hotel include a gym and aerobics. Various wellness options are available at the hotel, including a spa, a sauna, a steam bath, massage treatments and hydrotherapy treatments.
Meals
Dining facilities include 2 restaurants, a dining room, a café and a bar. At breakfast, guests serve themselves at the generous buffet. Various dishes can be ordered à la carte for lunch and dinner. Gluten-free meals and vegetarian dishes can be prepared on request.
Payment
The following credit cards are accepted: American Express, VISA and MasterCard.
Café
Newspaper kiosk
Shops
Hairdresser
Bar(s)
Restaurant(s)
Conference Room
Internet access
WLAN access
Room Service
Laundry Service
Car Park
Laundry Facilities
Pets
Air conditioning
24-hour reception
24-hour check-in
Hotel Safe
Cloakroom
Lifts