W St. Petersburg Hotel

Opened in 2011 a few steps from St. Isaac's Cathedral, the W Hotel St. Petersburg is a fresh, modern luxury hotel from the brand that promises "iconic design and contemporary luxury... exclusive and extraordinary experiences".

The W St. Petersburg Hotel is housed in a brand new building with 137 guest rooms and suites, featuring sleek contemporary interiors by Italian architect Antonio Citterio, floor-to-ceiling windows with spectacular city views, wired and wireless Internet access, and many other state-of-the-art amenities. As well as luxurious accommodation, the W Hotel boasts superb facilities, including well-equipped gym, 32-square-meter swimming pool, and the Bliss spa. Firmly aimed at wealthy, younger leisure travellers, the W Hotel St. Petersburg also has good services for guests on business, including three small but stylish meeting spaces for up to 50 people. The pride of the W Hotel is the award-winning restaurant, overseen by renowned French chef Alain Ducasse, while the hotel's terrace bar has superb views of St. Isaac's Cathedral and other downtown St. Petersburg landmarks.

The W Hotel St. Petersburg is superbly situated for sightseeing, with nearly all the city's major visitor attractions, including the Hermitage Museum and Nevsky Prospekt, within comfortable walking distance. Recently opened Admiralteyskaya Metro Station, meanwhile, is less than five minutes' walk from the hotel, providing fast access to nearly every corner of the city. While many visitors will prefer a more traditional style of luxury, the W St. Petersburg provides a refreshing and vibrant alternative to the city's older five-star hotels.