The best hotels in Russia

An atmosphere-rich 4-star boutique hotel set in a beautifully restored 19th-century mansion where the artist brothers Korovin lived. Featuring just eight beautifully styled rooms, it offers exceptionally warm, personalized service, top-tier cleanliness, and convenient free private parking in a quiet corner of Moscow"s Taganskaya district.

Maidens is a centrally located boutique hotel in Moscow praised for its striking interior, quiet rooms and exceptionally attentive staff. Reviewers consistently single out the à la carte breakfasts and restaurant as highlights; isolated reports note smart‑home glitches and slower service during busy periods.

Lotte Hotel Moscow is an award-winning five-star luxury hotel on Novinsky Boulevard, offering world-class service, spacious rooms, and fine dining. Known for its incredible buffet breakfast with caviar and prosecco, it also features the iconic Mandara Spa with an indoor pool.

A five-star St. Regis in the heart of Moscow, steps from Red Square, praised for its classical interiors, attentive staff and panoramic breakfast. Guests highlight the spa with pool and frequent thoughtful touches — complimentary upgrades and personalised service — while only minor cosmetic issues appear in a few reviews.

Stella di Mosca is a boutique five‑star hotel on Bolshaya Nikitskaya offering Italian‑style design, a large spa with a 25‑m pool and a celebrated Italian restaurant. Guests repeatedly praise attentive, personalised service (concierges and managers are named) and the peaceful inner courtyard; occasional complaints mention inconsistent restaurant service and rare maintenance issues. Ideal for luxury travellers wanting a quiet, central base near the Kremlin.

A small, stylish Curio Collection hotel in central Moscow praised for attentive, often named staff, modern rooms and a standout breakfast. Rooms and bathrooms tend to be compact and some guests report intermittent noise or ventilation hum, but service and location keep guests returning.

An elegant luxury hotel located steps from Red Square and TSUM, famous for its striking Tony Chi-designed rooms and panoramic Conservatory rooftop bar. It features a world-class Spa club, authentic Armenian dining, and an exceptional breakfast buffet that includes caviar.

The Carlton, Moscow is an opulent five-star grand hotel located at the starting point of Tverskaya Street, offering stunning Kremlin views from its famous rooftop O2 Lounge. Combining imperial classicism with modern luxury, it features newly renovated guestrooms, an award-winning spa, and exceptional dining.

Spektrcity Hamovniki is a modern business hotel positioned right next to Sportivnaya Metro Station in Moscow's prestigious Khamovniki district. Following a complete renovation and management change in late 2023, it offers exceptionally clean, well-equipped rooms with Natura Siberica toiletries and a highly praised buffet breakfast. Its unparalleled proximity to the Luzhniki Olympic Complex makes it a top choice for concert and sports enthusiasts.

Located in a soaring 32-story tower, Radisson Blu Olympiyskiy offers spacious modern rooms with stunning panoramic views of Moscow. Guests rave about the top-tier breakfast with sparkling wine and the newly opened, state-of-the-art wellness area on the 13th floor. While service is exceptionally warm, some areas show minor wear and the surrounding district faces ongoing construction.

An elegant, modern five-star hotel situated near a picturesque park with ponds in southwestern Moscow. Guests benefit from a design-forward Scandinavian aesthetic, spacious contemporary rooms with orthopedic mattresses, and high-quality breakfast buffet options. The standout feature is complimentary access to the adjoining World Class fitness club, although additional premium fees apply for parking and kid swimming pool access.

Aquamarine by Zont Hotel Group sits in historic Zamoskvorechye near the embankment and Red Square, offering quiet, spotless rooms and notable service — guests praise helpful staff, early check‑ins and generous breakfasts (fresh orange juice mentioned). Small negatives recur: some rooms show dated furniture or thin bathroom doors, and a few recent reviews report occasional missed housekeeping.

An elegant and modern hotel offering Hilton-standard reliability with a boutique feel in Moscow's historic Tagansky district. Known for its stylish in-room Smeg appliances, incredibly comfortable bedding, and an abundant breakfast with freshly squeezed juice and self-made waffles. It is located a 10-minute walk from Rimskaya Metro, providing a quiet retreat from the bustling city center.

An upscale hotel on Novodanilovskaya Embankment in Moscow, offering stylish, spacious rooms with floor-to-ceiling river views. Its highlight is a premium spa with a panoramic sauna facing the Moskva River, alongside superb buffet breakfasts. While highly rated for business and relaxation, its distance to transit makes taxis the preferred option.

Mys Boutique Hotel offers a cozy Scandinavian sanctuary in Moscow's historic center with custom oak furniture, a wood-burning fireplace in the lobby, and nature sounds in the elevator. Guests love the incredibly comfortable beds, artistic atmosphere, and top-tier service, though the base 'Lagom' rooms are compact, and nearby nightlife can bring weekend noise.