Astoria (*****)

The Astoria hotel makes an ideal starting point from which to discover Saint Petersburg, Russian history and culture. It was in December 1912, that the doors of the hotel Astoria (architect Fedor Lidval) were First opened to the public. The luxurious interiors in the "Northern Modern" style have always impressed the wealthiest and most respected of Russian high society. From 1987 to 1991 the Astoria hotel underwent major refurbishment, staying faithful to the original style of the building.