For a long time, Veliky Novgorod was considered a rich city. Trade routes through the rivers connected the Black, Caspian and B altic Seas. Craftsmanship was actively developing - the works of local craftsmen were in demand in Europe.
In Veliky Novgorod, two centuries earlier than in Paris, wooden pavements appeared. In the XII century, there were already water supply and sewerage.
There are many amazing facts in history. For example, the city managed to avoid the Mongol invasion, thanks to which unique monuments of ancient Russian architecture have been preserved.
We are talking about the St. Sophia Cathedral (1050), the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Virgin of the Anthony Monastery (1119), the St. Nicholas Dvorishchensky Cathedral (1136), the Paraskieva Pyatnitsa Church at the Market (1207) and other ancient temples.
Telling about the sights of the city, it is worth mentioning the Novgorod Kremlin, the Palace of Facets, the Derevyanitsky Monastery. The list can be continued for a long time, but the main idea is the popularity of this destination among travelers. ToFortunately, hotels in Veliky Novgorod are ready to receive a large number of guests.
“Russia”
Excellent location and favorable prices for accommodation are offered by the Rossiya Hotel, which is located at the address: Alexander Nevsky Embankment, 19/1.
110 rooms of the following categories are available for booking:
- economy triple;
- standard double;
- business double;
- studio;
- VIP studio.
According to experts, the most popular are standard double rooms. The Rossiya Hotel offers a private bathroom with a shower, a refrigerator, a TV and a mini-bar. Includes Wi-Fi, parking space, breakfast, wake-up call and library access.
Additional services:
- board game rental;
- laundry and dry cleaning;
- room service;
- home equipment rental.
On the territory of the hotel and entertainment complex there is a restaurant, a bar and a billiard room, as well as two halls that are great for organizing business events and festive celebrations.
Spring update
Rossiya Hotel is located in the historical center of the city. The windows offer a beautiful view of St. Sophia Cathedral and the banks of the Volkhov River. However, many travelers feel that the value for money, even considering the location, is unacceptable.
“Russia” belongs to the well-known in our country network “Amax Hotel”. Veliky Novgorod is a popular destination,so it's pretty easy to find reviews online. At the moment, the hotel is undergoing a renovation of the number of rooms, and the old rooms still frighten guests with cracked plumbing, broken furniture and various stains on the walls.
“Intourist”
Long walks around Veliky Novgorod must be completed with a delicious meal and good rest. For travel, it is best to choose a hotel in the city center so as not to spend a lot of energy on the way back.
Intourist Hotel (Veliky Novgorod, Velikaya Street, 16) combines an excellent location, reasonable prices and comfortable rooms. In the immediate vicinity are the main attractions: Novgorod Kremlin, Central Park, Drama Theatre. F. M. Dostoevsky and shopping street St. Petersburg.
Ten categories of rooms are offered by Intourist:
- single standard;
- double standard;
- triple standard;
- comfort;
- business comfort;
- junior suite;
- luxury;
- premium apartments, studios and VIP.
Additional services:
- food at the restaurant;
- transfer;
- pets allowed.
Qualified hotel managers are ready to provide assistance in organizing leisure activities. Ordering theater tickets, compiling a sightseeing route and interpreting services for foreign tourists - all you have to do is enjoy your vacation in Veliky Novgorod.
Opinionstravelers
It seems that the spring update has affected several hotel complexes at once. The guests of the Intourist Hotel welcome the renovation, but the noise from nine o'clock in the morning does not bring them much joy.
The hotel is more suitable for picky guests who come to the city for new experiences and are ready to turn a blind eye to small flaws. For example, lack of soundproofing, drafty rooms, very weak Wi-Fi signal and superficial cleaning.
If you do not plan to spend most of your time in a hotel, then the offer from Intourist may well be considered.
“Volkhov”
To plunge into the history of the city offers the hotel "Volkhov" on Predtechenskaya street, 24.
In 1959, the first guests crossed the threshold of the hotel, the opening of which was dedicated to the 1100th anniversary of the city. In 1998-1999, thanks to a large-scale reconstruction, Volkhov turned into a hotel that meets the highest standards.
The idea that there is no limit to perfection did not leave the leadership, so two years ago another transformation took place. Service, modern technical equipment and a good location - today there is everything you need for relaxation and fruitful work.
Symbol of the city
All hotel rooms are decorated in a classic style. Warm colors in the interior, comfortable furniture and equipment promise guests a comfortable stay.
The hotel "Volkhov" consists of single and double standard rooms, junior suites,luxury and family. In addition, guests have a unique opportunity to book one of the two-level duplex rooms with panoramic windows. On the first floor there is a cozy living room and a small dining room, and on the second floor there is a bathroom and a spacious bedroom.
The hotel's infrastructure includes a restaurant of European cuisine "Volkhov", a billiard room and a lobby bar, a tour desk and a sauna with a mini-pool, dry cleaning and laundry, and a hairdresser.
For business events, the hotel has two conference rooms equipped with modern technology, air conditioning and wireless Internet access. Additionally, the restaurant can provide a coffee break, a set lunch or a buffet.
“Three Cats”
It is best to book hotels in Veliky Novgorod in advance. With the onset of spring, the tourist flow increases, and the rooms in the historical part of the city run out very quickly.
Tri Kota mini-hotel (Veliky Novgorod, Oborony st., 3) offers home comfort and hospitality.
All rooms are equipped with necessary furniture, private bathrooms and LCD TVs. A good rest is the key to a great trip. This is well understood by guests after sleeping on orthopedic mattresses.
The hotel has a large equipped kitchen where a hearty breakfast is served in the morning, and guests can cook their own meals during the day. In addition, Three Cats provides free on-site parking, internet access, taxi calls and lunch orders from city restaurants.
Additional services:
- bike rental;
- cedar barrel;
- sauna;
- photography services;
- organization of excursions.
Economical “Voyage”
A great option for budget travelers is the Voyage Hotel (Veliky Novgorod, Timur Frunze-Olovyanka St., 19/1).
Despite its location in the heart of the city, the hotel offers accommodation at economy class prices. 8-bed, triple, family, double double and double twin rooms have a shared bathroom and shower, as well as a spacious kitchen.
The cheapest cost is a bed in an 8-bed room - from 400 rubles per day. Double with a double bed and a TV - from 1200 rubles per day. The most expensive junior suite with a private bathroom costs from 2300 rubles per night.
The list of additional services is small and resembles other hotels in Veliky Novgorod: ordering pizza, "alarm clock" and calling a taxi. However, lovers of extreme entertainment will certainly be interested in the cooperation of the hotel and the Evacuation-53 company, which organizes unusual jeep tours. Anyone can test their strength on the roads with a valid driver's license. Participation in a jeep tour will cost 1500 rubles (one hour) as part of a small group.
From Beresta to Park Inn
Magnificent "Park Inn" from "Radisson" many travelers used to know under the name "hotel" Beresta "" (Veliky Novgorod, Studencheskaya st., 2a).
The hotel has 226 magnificent rooms standard, business class, junior suite, suite and oneapartments. It offers guests - Wi-Fi, hairdryer, TV and telephone, as well as cosmetic accessories. The price of the reservation includes breakfast and a visit to the bath complex in the morning.
Park Inn is a real spa hotel (Veliky Novgorod), because Beresta SPA is considered one of the best centers in the city. There are herbal and Finnish saunas, a Jacuzzi, a Russian steam room, a large swimming pool, a hammam, massage rooms and beauty parlors. Relaxing treatments, body shaping, pedicures and manicures, stylists and make-up artists can enhance the natural beauty of charming visitors.
Infrastructure
There are two establishments for travelers - the main restaurant with two banquet halls "Gallery" and a summer cafe "On the sun". Visitors note the original interior and a large selection of dishes. Drinks and light snacks are available at the lobby bar.
The only thing the Park Inn loses to other hotels in our review is the location. But we all understand that it was simply impossible to organize such an infrastructure in the historical part of the city.
On the vast territory of the hotel there are flower beds and lawns, a summer barbecue area and tennis courts. The youngest guests will be happy to visit the Kazinaki City entertainment center with slot machines and attractions, a restaurant with a children's menu, an intricate labyrinth and a 5D cinema.
In the Park Inn there is an information center where you can buy tickets for various events, getinformation about events in the city or recommendations on how best to create a cultural program. As we already said, the hotel is not located in the historical part, like the hotels of Veliky Novgorod listed above, so a walk to the main sights will take about half an hour.
Travel Reviews
Regular guests note that after the change of ownership and name, almost nothing has changed in the hotel. Great spa, friendly staff and delicious food in the restaurants.
As for the shortcomings, most often in the reviews they note problems with parking spaces on holidays and weekends. The room stock is in a satisfactory condition and requires cosmetic repairs.
