Sleeping - Moscow - page 346

Hostels
In recent years, dozens of hostels have opened in Moscow, much to the delight of budget
travellers. Many have been converted from flats or kommunalky (communal apartments), so
they are often located in innocuous, unmarked buildings on residential streets. All hostels
offer English-speaking staff, internet access, linen, kitchens and laundry facilities. Hostel
prices do not usually include breakfast.
Room Rates
Moscow doesn't provide much value for money when it comes to the hospitality industry.
Luxury hotels are indeed top notch, but they have prices to match. Expect to pay upwards of
R10,000 for a night at one of Moscow's top-end hotels. If you can forgo a degree of luxury,
you can stay in a classy, comfortable and centrally located hotel for R8000 to R10,000 for a
double. Midrange travellers can choose from a range of hotels, which offer decent rooms
and amenities for R3000 to R8000 for a double. This wide-ranging category includes a vari-
ety of Soviet-era properties that have not come completely into the 21st century, though
many are very atmospheric (as reflected in the price). Budget accommodation is usually
dorm-style, although there are a few private rooms available for less than R3000.
Accommodation is harder to find during the week than on weekends, and prices are usu-
ally lower on Friday and Saturday nights. Seasonal fluctuations are not significant. Prices
include breakfast, unless otherwise indicated.
Lonely Planet's Top Choices
Hotel Metropol The ultimate in turn-of-the-century art nouveau luxury, sitting pretty a few
steps from Red Square click here .
Hotel de Paris Chic rooms, super service and a vibrant neighbourhood - all at an affordable
price.
Kitay-Gorod Hotel A simple, stylish place on the edge of ancient Kitay Gorod.
Blues Hotel This off-the-beaten-track boutique hotel offers excellent value for the price.
Godzillas Hostel A wide range of rooms and services for anyone watching their roubles.
Best by Budget
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Godzillas Hostel The long-standing favourite that's more of a travellers' social club than
hostel.