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breakfast R4500; Admiralteyskaya; )
In a fantastic location just seconds from the
Hermitage, this pleasant eight-room mini-hotel is found in a quiet and unassuming
courtyard. Staff are friendly, some English is spoken and the rooms, while a little on
the small side, are comfortable and more than a little charming with their exposed
brickwork and beams.
HHOTEL
TEL
STONY ISLAND HOTEL €€
)
Right in the thick of the nightlife hotspot of Dumskaya ul, the Stony Island is
for anyone who wants to be in the absolute city centre. The 17 minimalist rooms are
in four different categories, and many of them are in interesting shapes thanks to the
quirky historic building. Inside, there's a fairly good stab at cool decor as well as flat-
screen TVs, mini-bars and good bathrooms. Not one for the noise sensitive, but other-
wise it's a great choice.
MINI-HO
MINI-HOTEL
TEL
HOTEL GRIFON €€
R4500/4990; )
The furniture and fittings might be rather cheap and boring, but this
hotel, named after the famous nearby Griffin Bridge, is friendly and comfy. The 12
rooms are all quite spacious, have TVs and good bathrooms. Wireless access costs
R100 per 24 hours.
HHOSTEL
STEL
CUBA HOSTEL €
Prospekt; )
This fun, funky hostel has a super location behind the Kazan Cathedral.
Rainbow-coloured paint covers the walls in dorm rooms that are equipped with metal
bunk beds and private lockers. Rooms sleep four to 10 people and prices vary accord-
ingly. Bathrooms are cramped, but very clean. Staff members are young, speak Eng-
lish and are eager to please. There's a kitchen and washing machine available for
guests. The entrance is next to the red British phone box on the street.
