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Arkada

Reki Fontanki Emb., 52, St. Petersburg 191002 Russia
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#158 of 556 hotels in St. Petersburg
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Located a 5-minute walk from Dostoyevskaya Metro Station in Saint Petersburg, Arkada Hotel offers free WiFi. The rooms feature air conditioning, a seating area, minibar and flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The bathrooms come with a hairdryer and bathrobes. Guests are welcome to dine in the restaurants and cafes, located within a 10-minute walk away. Room service is provided upon request. Other hotel's facilities include a tour desk, concierge service and 24-hour front desk. Nevsky Prospekt is 500 metres away, and the Palace Square and the State Hermitage Museum are 2.5 Km from the property. Moskovsky Train Station is 1.3 Km away, and Pulkovo International Airport is 17.5 Km from Arkada Hotel.
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Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
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HOTEL CLASS
3.0 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Centrally Located
Charming
Languages Spoken
English

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Reki Fontanki Emb., 52, St. Petersburg 191002 Russia
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Arkada
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Foxfamily4 wrote a review Aug 2018
Kapelle, the Netherlands210 contributions89 helpful votes
This hotel looks perfect on the internet, but then, when arriving, one must enter the hotel via a creepy court, through the backdoor. Then go into a building and find the hotel's door. They let you in once you've rang the bell. It looked a bit derelict to me. Rooms are spacious, beds o.k. But when we said that the airconditioning wasn't working, they promised to have a look at it. Unfortunately, nothing was done about it. And it has been a hot summer, so imagine a hotel room's temperature :( Breakfast was dreadful, warm milk, dry bread etc. No, I'm not very enthusiastic about this hotel.
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Date of stay: August 2018
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Response from HotelArkada, Владелец at Arkada
Responded 9 Jul 2019
Dear Madam, Thank you for your feedback and being open in sharing experience. Although I know my comments would not influence your impression spoiled with navigation difficulties and ouside surroundings, I should mention a couple of things. First of all, on behalf of the hotel I apologize for the inconveienves you faced during your stay with us and yet I thank you for the choice you had made and staying with us. We unfortunatley cannot influence outside navigation signs as this is historical area where all signs are unbeliveably hard to get allowed, otherwise we would do it immediately and with great pleasure! The same reason (historical area) is that a courtyard looks a bit abandoned. It is waiting for its turn inside the state renovation program of historical buildings and yards - ordinary mortals are not allowed changing historical exteriors. We all hope to see our yard renovated in nearest future. I wish you a nice summer and great trips! Kind regards, Mikhail Chernov
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ColombiaJuanSe wrote a review Jul 2018
Medellin, Colombia419 contributions209 helpful votes
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When I say hidden, I mean it! It was difficult to find and at the beginning, I almost turned around and left the premises (really!). You have to enter though an internal parking lot belonging to an old condominium. After you manage to find the entrance (had to ask at least three people) and go up the to floors of the old building, expecting the worse, you step into the nice hidden gem! Great: ⁃ Service ⁃ Setting ⁃ Rooms ⁃ Amenities ⁃ Water, Coffee and Tea always available with cookies ⁃ Sleeping quality ⁃ Bathrooms! All quite great and at a very convenient location. Would always go back!
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Date of stay: July 2018Trip type: Travelled with friends
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854rif wrote a review Jun 2018
Canberra, Australia122 contributions42 helpful votes
The hotel is very nicely located close to the main avenue Nevsky Prospect and to a couple of metro stations. It is also located on the Fontana river although not overlooking it. The walk from the riverside to the hotel (2min) leaves an impression that you’re entering a not so nice area and the door to the hotel is tucked away with a small sign on the door. The set of steps also confirms that same impression. Don’t be fooled by that however, once you enter, the hotel the room are nice and spacious with all the facilities you need and a recently renovated bathroom of excellent quality. The room she confirm the hotel’s 3 stars rating.. with its location, it’s an excellent place to stay. Breakfast is modest but is sufficient to start your day. By far the best thing about the hotel I stayed the service of the various receptionists who rotate on a 24 hours basis. They are friendly, helpful and will do anything to make your stay a comfortable one.
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Date of stay: June 2018Trip type: Travelled solo
Room Tip: Double rooms are more spacious than single ones
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Miri F wrote a review Oct 2017
Ashkelon, Israel33 contributions32 helpful votes
The hotel is located in a residential area, as most "mini hotels" in Russia. The hotel is occupying the 3ref and 4th floors of the building. It's warm and cozy, an the rooms are suitable for1-4 people. The staff is very friendly, and the receptionists speak English well enough. Breakfast includes cereal, sausages, eggs, pancakes, yogurts. The room is cleaned daily. The best thing about the hotel it's the location. It's only 5 minutes walking from the main street, and from there you can take three different kinds of transportation to anywhere in the city. The are also several grocery stores in the area and A LOT of restaurants. All in all, had a very pleasant experience at Arkada hotel, and I would definitely stay there again.
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Date of stay: October 2017
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Mrloesje wrote a review Aug 2017
33 contributions8 helpful votes
We stayed in Arkada for 4 days. The staff was friendly but their english not really good. The rooms were smaller then on the photo and the shower was broken. The breakfast was really average and not really tasty. It's a ok hotel but not that good.
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Date of stay: August 2017Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Clayton M wrote a review May 2017
Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil57 contributions29 helpful votes
Hotel located inside Tolstoy House, a little old complex of buildings. Hard to find the hotel entry. No elevators. But the hotel is very good, clean, quiet, basic breakfast, helpful staff but speaking little english. Excellent location near good restaurants. I strong recomend.
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Date of stay: April 2017
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Quieter rooms, nice sleep.
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Maria S wrote a review Aug 2016
5 contributions3 helpful votes
We stayed for 5 days! Location is outstanding,right in Tostoy yard,near Fontanka river. It's so quiet,we slept great at night! Very attentive managers,they helped us with everything! In whole,I recommend this hotel! Thank you,dear Arkada Hotel!
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Date of stay: August 2016Trip type: Travelled with family
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Abouzar wrote a review Apr 2016
Iran28 contributions6 helpful votes
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We stayed 7 nights in this hotel, it is located in a residential area in city center and its really cozy place that makes hotel like a real home. Location is the very good , within walking to most attractions and bus and metro. Surrounded by lots of good restuarant and bars. Very warm atmosphere and receptionist try to help in any way even they know a little English. Hotel is well decorated and breakfast is basic but enough, tea and coffee with delicious biscuits are served each time you wish makes a home feeling. Hotel is warm , so clean and quiet for enjoying a nice sleep over night. We do stay again in this hotel again and thanks to advises of Nadia , the hotel general manager.
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Date of stay: March 2016Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Sonali R wrote a review Oct 2015
Dubai, United Arab Emirates14 contributions6 helpful votes
We found this place because of a lot of good reviews online and it turned out to be a very good decision. If you are looking for something that is cheap, clean and has all the basic amenities along with the perfect location. This place is the place for you. It is tough to find at first because it is located inside a regular housing apartment complex. The staff is very friendly. Even though only one person could speak in English, the other tried their very best to help us in whatever way they can. The only thing that was a little disappointing was the breakfast but you cant expect too much when you are paying such a good rate! And their coffee machine wasn't working half the time. But they do offer yummy cookies and tea, coffee, water complimentary throughout the day. Saint petersburg has so much to see and we could explore the main tourist spots on foot because we were living here. If you do decide to choose this place, also, go to this Russian clothing brand BatNorton, which is located right next to Arkada.
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Date of stay: September 2015
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Room Tip: Better to get a room on the same floor as the lobby, it is easy to keep getting water and tea...
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David L wrote a review Jul 2015
Copenhagen, Denmark26 contributions20 helpful votes
Arkada Hotel is a good, clean and cheap hotel with a great location. My wife and I got a chok when we went through the ugly backyard and smelly stairs. But when we found the hotels frontdoor on the 1. floor everything change. Nice staff who make coffee for you. Not great breakfast but okay. Great location - close to Nevsky Project and a nice street behind with many good restaurants. Very good and clean room and toilet. A nice river just outside and only 200 meters from Anichkov Bridge/Nevsky Project.
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Date of stay: July 2015Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Frequently Asked Questions about Arkada
Which popular attractions are close to Arkada?
Nearby attractions include Museum of Magic (0.5 km), Anichkov Bridge (0.4 km), and Monument to Catherine the Great (0.4 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Arkada?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, airport transportation, and breakfast buffet.
What are some restaurants close to Arkada?
Conveniently located restaurants include Smoke BBQ, Palkin, and LoungeRoom.
Does Arkada have airport transportation?
Yes, Arkada offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Are there any historical sites close to Arkada?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Palace Square (1.8 km), The Winter Palace of Peter the Great (2.0 km), and General Staff Building (1.7 km).