It will take more than one month to see all the sights of St. Petersburg. But even in a couple of days you can see a lot of interesting things and feel the atmosphere of the city. Do not postpone your trip - get ready to St. Petersburg for the next weekend. Do not forget to think about the visiting program and, of course, decide where you will live.
The most budgetary option for staying is to stay in one of the hostels. A bed awaits you (usually part of a bunk bed). Valuables can be dropped off in the hotel safe. It is especially beneficial to stay in a hostel with a company - you can stay in one room. Choose a hostel near the center so as not to waste time on long journeys. The most famous place bears the self-explanatory name "International Youth Hostel" - it is located in the very center of the city, and the price of accommodation includes a continental breakfast.
The peculiarity of St. Petersburg is a huge number of various mini-hotels. Most are located in the historical part of the city, which is very convenient for tourists. You can stay in a very small hotel, designed for just a few guests, or choose a larger hotel - for 15-20 rooms. Some hotels include breakfast and evening tea in the room rate. There are even some kind of mini-boarding houses - there are libraries and board games, and all guests are provided with three meals a day in the common dining room. Lovers of antiquity will love themed hotels - for example, The Brothers Karamazov or Casa Leto.
A good option for a large company is to rent an apartment. You can find suitable apartments on specialized Internet sites. There you can see photos and book your favorite living space. Please note that many hosts require a security deposit equal to the cost of the daily stay. In addition, some apartments are rented for a period of two days or more. When booking accommodation, be sure to specify all the conditions.
If you are not planning to save money on vacation, book a room in a good hotel. Chain hotels are designed for business travelers and often have a shortage of guests on weekends. Therefore, many establishments offer special weekend packages at a price significantly lower than usual. Taking advantage of the offer, you can have a great time in a four-star or even a five-star hotel - for example, in the Novotel or the Moika Kempinski hotel. The price usually includes a rich breakfast buffet, the opportunity to use the pool and sauna. Additional discounts are provided for children.
You can also try a less luxurious option. Hotels of categories two or three stars can be a pleasant surprise with freshly renovated rooms and decent service - for example, the Andersen Hotel (formerly the Sputnik hotel). However, in St. Petersburg there are many and much less attractive places. Please note that many hotels are located quite far from the center. To choose the right hotel, go to the specialized website and carefully study all the offers.
Accommodation prices also depend on the season. In the period from November to the end of February, there are significantly fewer tourists in the city, which means that most hotels offer seasonal discounts. The exception is the Christmas holidays - at this time, one can hardly count on a decrease in prices. The "high season" in the city lasts from May to September. When planning a trip at this time, be sure to book places - this applies to hotels of all levels, including mini-hotels and hostels.
When choosing a suitable hotel, look at the city map in advance. Enjoy the convenience of the hotel's location, proximity to the historic center, ground transport stops and metro stations.
