The longest embankment in the country, the largest square and the tallest building of the railway station in Europe - Samara is considered the real champion.
Hotels, concert halls, theaters, museums, cinemas, galleries, squares and parks, architectural monuments - the largest city in the Middle Volga region is proud of its cultural life. Samara is the seventh largest metropolis in Russia in terms of population .
For those planning a short trip to Samara, we have compiled a list of required events:
- Walk on the boat. You can see the magnificent Volga with the start of navigation in May.
- Excursion to the bunker of Stalin. The presence of underground structures in Samara has generated a huge number of urban legends. Rumors of tunnels under the Volga, a reserve command center and other underground facilities are incredibly popular, but, unfortunately, have no evidence.
- Buying souvenirs. It is simply impossible to leave Samara empty-handed. Ceramics and clay toys, caskets and national costumes, as well as colorful decorative magnets - travelers have a really great choice. Do not forget about fish, berries and mushrooms, confectionery factory “Russia” - in a big way meets travelers of Samara.
Hotels, hostels and mini-hotels can be found in almost every area of the city. We will talk about the most popular accommodation options in the Volga metropolis.
For leisure and business
Excellent living conditions are offered to travelers by the Samara Hotel. There are many attractions in Samara, for example, Kuibyshev Square. The largest square in Europe (8 hectares), surrounded by squares and flower gardens, hotel guests can reach in just five minutes.
Samara (201 Chapaevskaya St.; phone: 8 (846) 270-85-40) is part of the hotel and entertainment complex, which is often chosen for business events, wedding parties and corporate events.
Four types of rooms are available for booking:
- standard single;
- standard double;
- luxury;
- apartments.
Wired Internet access, Wi-Fi, TV, tea set, cosmetics, safe, minibar, shoe accessories and much more - the room equipment is thought out to the smallest detail.
Additional service:
- dry cleaning and laundry services;
- restaurant room service;
- guarded parking;
- order tickets;
- transport services.
On the territory of the complex there are two conference rooms, the popular beer restaurant Pena and four banquet rooms.
Reviews
Hotel “Samara” leaves a very good impression on travelers. There are many accommodation options in Samara, but units offer the choice of food (full board, only breakfast or breakfast + lunch). Other obvious benefits include a central location and room facilities.
Disadvantages:
- technical problems when paying by credit card;
- weak Wi-Fi signal;
- indifferent and unfriendly staff.
"Renaissance"
If your destination is Samara, hotels in the city center are ready to offer good accommodation options. However, their level of comfort and service is unlikely to be compared with the magnificent Renaissance Hotel, representing the world-famous Marriott International chain.
According to experts, the Renaissance Hotel (Samara, 162 Novo-Sadovaya St., p. B) is the best accommodation option in the city on the Volga. The historic center is a 15-minute drive, and a walk to the riverbank takes only a few minutes.
It offers guests - 196 comfortable rooms. Elegant atmosphere, calm tones in the interior, workplaces, high-quality bedding and cosmetic sets, as well as an ironing board, iron, hairdryer, minibar and safe - you will feel at home when traveling. For a complete relaxation, guests can visit the modern fitness center and pool.
Telephone of reservation department: 8 (846) 277-83-40.
On the territory of the Renaissance hotel complex, the Vienna Cafe, the In Alto bar and restaurant, the Sunlight restaurant are open; in the summer months, the summer terrace welcomes visitors.
The Renaissance Hotel (Samara) is perfect for a business trip. Nine equipped conference rooms allow you to hold an event of any level.
Guest opinion
The most important advantage noted by hotel guests is the European level of service. Friendly staff, room equipment, great beds and bedding, as well as delicious breakfasts and excellent organization of events - the Renaissance fully justifies belonging to the famous hotel chain.
However, flaws did not hide from the sight of travelers. The hotel was built a long time ago, and redecoration was carried out only partially - this fact gives budget plumbing in the bathrooms and a satisfactory condition of the swimming pool. In addition, some guests did not like the remote location and the high breakfast prices.
Ibis samara
Due to its location, the Ibis Hotel is considered to be the main competitor of the Renaissance (Samara, 160d Novo-Sadovaya St.; phone: 8 (846) 339-68-52).
In a modern multi-storey building, 204 magnificent rooms are equipped:
- junior suite;
- deluxe;
- deluxe river view;
- business suite;
- Superior room with a city view and a king-size bed.
The reservation price includes breakfast buffet in the restaurant Sud & Cie. Guests can enjoy Mediterranean cuisine, while hot snacks and drinks are available around the clock in the bar.
The Ibis Hotel (Samara) has facilities for people with disabilities, free parking, Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and three conference rooms.
Reviews about "ibis"
Samara offers many accommodation options in the center. The Renaissance and Ibis hotels are distant, so the management has to make a lot of efforts to promote them.
Ibis guests characterize as a good network hotel. Here you will find comfortable and clean rooms, qualified staff, delicious breakfasts - in general, the ratio “price - quality” is acceptable.
Minuses:
- lack of pool and fitness center;
- congestion of nearby streets;
- poor soundproofing;
- lack of a minibar in the room and water coolers on the floors.
Back to USSR
Do you need a cheap hotel in Samara? The budget option offers travelers “Oktyabrskaya”, which is located in close proximity to the bus station.
Rooms of categories of comfort, standard, prestige and business are available for booking. The cheapest will cost a standard single room - from 3000 rubles. It offers - refrigerator, hairdryer, slippers and bathrobe, air conditioning, set of dishes, satellite TV and Wi-Fi.
Inexpensive hotel of Samara “Oktyabrskaya” is located at: st. Aurora, 209. Phone reservation department: 8 (846) 277-79-90.
According to travelers, hotel accommodation involuntarily transfers to Soviet times. The predominance of red and black colors, an old TV and propaganda posters on the walls - the interior in the spirit of the USSR, far from all guests can appreciate. Bathrooms, an unstable Wi-Fi signal and creaky beds leave a bad impression. Even a good breakfast and polite staff cannot correct the situation.
Despite these shortcomings, the Samara Hotel “Oktyabrskaya” is considered one of the best in the budget segment. There are always available rooms, and the location near the bus station allows you to get to any part of the city by public transport.
Welcome inn
On Lev Tolstoy Street (Building 3) is a popular mini-hotel (Samara also has such facilities) Welcome Inn. Within walking distance lies the famous promenade, and a little further - pedestrian street and river station.
Welcome Inn is located in a residential building and offers travelers ten comfortable rooms. Spacious and bright, air-conditioned rooms with a flat-screen TV are a bit like the famous Ibis network.
Pros:
- location;
- cleanliness and comfort;
- comfortable beds;
- friendly staff;
- the presence of a convenience store near the mini-hotel.
Minuses:
- modest breakfast;
- lack of a kettle and a refrigerator.