Archives: Where to Stay

The StandArt is one of the best design hotels in Moscow, located right by Tverskoy Boulevard, the famous Cafe Pushkin and a 15 min walk to the heart of the city center and its Red Square. As the name suggests the hotel relates to its owner, the well-known Moscow-born artist Stanislav Tratsevskiy, who designed the hotel in a contemporary and futuristic motif. Lobby and common… Read more »

This stylish boutique hotel is located in the Basmanny region, not in the heart of the old city center but close enough: a 10 min taxi ride or a quick subway ride from its nearby stations. It is an excellent choice if you are looking for a more quiet stay and within proximity of the city’s many attractions. The Mamaison is a design hotel with… Read more »

The Royal Aurora is part of the Marriot chain of hotels, and even though there is nothing in particular in terms of decor its location is very convenient, just a few blocks away from the Red Square. Last time we stayed at this hotel we were pleased with the advantages of being so close to many of the city’s attractions, and the hotel rates are… Read more »

The Savoy is another of the classic and aristocratic style hotels in Moscow. Marble and parquet floors, crystal objects and chandeliers, as well as plastered ceilings with classical paintings set the tone of this hotel’s style. The highlight is definetely the location, a 5-minute walk to the Kremlin or the Bolshoi ballet and so many other attractions in town. There is a large and excellent… Read more »

Located in pleasant Basmanny neighborhood and just a 15 min walk to the Red Square, the Moss is one of our preferred boutique hotels in Moscow. Fashionable interiors somehow inspired in nature, this boutique is eco-friendly and cares about small decor details that will make your stay more pleasant. A super nice reception desk, lobby and modern and trendy common areas are quite a respite… Read more »

This historical hotel could not be more classic and old style, somehow opulent, yet the location is very convenient since it is basically a stone’s throw to the Red Square. Rates are quite good considering the exorbitant prices charged in the region. Sumptuous celings, draperies, gold embroidering, classic carpeting, a staircase, neo-classical columns, chandeliers and mahogany are the decor characteristics. Rooms are really spacious, as… Read more »

This stunning property located in Zona G, a fashionable gastronomic region in town, is housed in a beautifully restored 1940’s building that has recently become part of the Four Seasons family of hotels. Although we generally deem large chain hotels to lack in personality, Casa Medina is certainly an exception. The hotel’s modern sophistication blends perfectly with the classical brick building, successfully maintaining its authentic… Read more »

The B.O.G is located in what has become Bogota’s trendiest neighborhood, Zona T, full of posh shops, upscale malls and in vogue restaurants and cafés. Its sleek décor, typical of design properties, has modern furnishings yet a charming and cozy atmosphere. The rooftop area has views of the skyline, a pool and small lounge. The individually styled rooms are decorated in neutral tones, with wooden… Read more »

Immediately as you enter the property you can sense the trendsetting style of the hotel, which welcomes a diverse crowd of leisure guests and business executives, who need to stay close to the financial district. The high ceiling reception and large lobby are quite striking, with chandeliers, glass walls and leather sofas. In the welcoming Cooper Lounge Bar you can enjoy drinks before heading to… Read more »

The W Bogota is a contemporary design hotel, with a super trendy and swanky décor. It is located in Santa Barbara business neighborhood, and close to embassies, fine restaurants and boutiques, by the Usaquen district, but quite a ride to the Candelaria and some of the city’s attractions (30 minute drive), or in vogue Zonas T and G (20 minute drive). Should this be the… Read more »