Top Hotels in St Petersburg

Matisov Domik

'Matisov House' is one of the few independently run family hotels in St. Petersburg. The small and comfortable hotel is located in one of city's quieter regions, on the embankment of the small river Priazhki not too far from the Mariinskii Theatre. However, the nearest metro stops are far away, and guests have to rely on taxi or bus to get around.

Hotel Oktyabrskaya

This is one of the city's oldest hotels. Its beginnings date back to the middle of the 19th century. During the Second World War it became a refuge for the city's siege-starved population. Situated just opposite Moscow Station, St. Petersburg's central rail terminal, and not far from Nevskii Prospekt, it is also an extremely convenient option. The most basic rooms don't have in-suite bathrooms, and suffer from a somewhat jaded, if not unpleasant decor.

Hotel Ladoga

The Ladoga is one of the smaller, more personal hotels in St. Petersburg. Built in 1964, it underwent reconstruction in the 1990s with the backing of a Hong-Kong/Russia joint venture. The hotel is located in the Okhta district of the city and is reasonably accessible by metro from the center. Before construction of the city itself, the area around the hotel was an inhabited village. The rooms are standard and clean. Next to the hotel is a grocery store which is a great place to purchase bottled water.

Hotel Okhtinskaya

On the Neva embankment right opposite the Smolnii Cathedral stands the Okhtinskaya. The hotel was built in 1991 and has two restaurants serving traditional dishes. An added bonus for business travelers is the hotel's business services. The hotel offers a free shuttle to the city center and airport transfer.

Park Inn Pulkovskaya

The Finnish-designed Hotel Pulkovskaya in the south of the city is located near the international and domestic airports. The hotel overlooks Victory Monument, a sobering site for visitors to Petersburg who choose to stay at this hotel.  This is one of the major tour group hotels, and offers all the services of an international hotel. The rooms are not very spacious, but are reasonably comfortable.

St. Petersburg International Hostel

Tucked away on quiet street not too far from central thoroughfare Nevskii Prospekt, this hostel is the number one destination for young backpackers and travelers. Sleep here just one night and you will probably meet travelers from at least three different continents. Staff are unsurprisingly well-attuned to the needs of travelers and the place is efficiently run and well-maintained. Most rooms have 4 or 5 beds, but twin rooms are available.

Chaika Hotel

This 16-storey apartment hotel was constructed in 1988. It is a 3-star hotel in a fairly modern building with relatively inexpensive room rates. It is situated in northern St. Petersburg; around 20 minutes from the city center which is easily accessible by metro. It is in a fairly quiet, residential district and therefore ideal for anyone wanting to get a taste of Russian life away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Most apartments have separate kitchens while the more spacious ones have entrance halls and living rooms. For rates and reservations, call ahead.

LDM Hotel Leningradskiy Dvorets Molodezhi

The Dvorets Molodezhi was originally designed as a hotel for young people. Nowadays however, it hosts groups of tourists of all ages from other parts of Russia as well as around the world. Discounts are available on group bookings. Office space is also available for hire. The hotel offers a number of services and facilites for guests. It boasts 4 bars as well as a restaurant, although meals can also be ordered to you room.

Eliseev Palace Hotel

The last Czar and his family were killed in 1918, and there is no evidence that they ever booked a room at Eliseev Palace. But, even though the last of the Romanovs never inhabited those rooms, you will feel like nobility when you check in. These are definitely deluxe accommodations. You will bask in the first class service, the fit for a king (or queen) size rooms, the cushy and cozy furnishings, all topped off with personal 24-hour valet-butler attendant. The ambiance may be imperial Russia, circa 19th century, but the appointments are certainly 21st century up-to-date and ultra modern: Wi-Fi and satellite television.

Renaissance St. Petersburg Baltic Hotel

Renaissance St. Petersburg Baltic Hotel is located in the city center. Most of the required amenities to make the stay more than comfortable are available in here. The rooms of this hotel are spacious and overlook the beautiful city of St. Petersburg, few give great views of St. Isaac's Cathedral. There are many restaurants in and around the hotel serving German, French, Indian and International cuisine. This certainly is a hotel which lives upto the 5 star status of Renaissance.