Both Russians and foreign tourists travel the Golden Ring every winter and summer. The ancient, unusually beautiful, although small, town of Uglich also belongs to it. Here are ancient monasteries, exclusive museums, wonderful parks. The new chic four-star Volzhskaya Riviera hotel harmoniously blended into the unique look of the city. Uglich can rightfully be proud of this object of the tourism business. The hotel building seems to admire itself, reflected in the mirror of the calm waters of the great Volga. The exterior of the Volga Riviera and the interior decoration can delight and satisfy the most demanding taste. Let's take a short walk around this wonderful hotel and see what conditions of rest are here.
Location
The Volzhskaya Riviera hotel was built in a very convenient location. Uglich is a nice, cozy town, built on the banks of the Volga, 220 km from Moscow and just over 100 km from Yaroslavl. There is a city from the V century and for a long time was the center of trade, spiritual and political life. To this day, interesting historical monuments for tourists have been preserved here. The Volga Riviera was built ten meters from the great Volga River and about one kilometer from the center of Uglich, where many museums, parks, monuments and other interesting objects are concentrated. It is noteworthy that not on the road itself, but somewhat on the side is the beauty of the Volga Riviera (Uglich). The hotel address is as follows: Uspenskaya street, building number 8. Nearby is the Uglich Legends Museum and the Church of the Icon of the Mother of God.
How to get there
Unfortunately, there is no airport in Uglich. You can get here by bus from Moscow or Yaroslavl. The bus station is located on Olga Berggolz Street . From Moscow, the road takes no more than 5 hours. At the station, it’s wiser to take a taxi. During the navigation period along the Volga, many passenger sightseeing ships with a stop in Uglich run. This route is the most fascinating. Travel time from Moscow is about 6 hours. Those who still prefer air travel can fly to the airport of Yaroslavl, and from there go by taxi or bus to the Volzhskaya Riviera Hotel. Uglich is the city through which the roads P104 and P153 pass, so motorists are most convenient to get to the Volga Riviera by car. Well, you can comfortably get to the hotel on a transfer booked in advance. He can meet his guests at the airport, at the bus station and in the river port.
Description
The building of the Volzhskaya Riviera Hotel (Uglich) looks like a real palace of ancient times. The photo captures the majestic tall columns, a marble staircase leading to the front door. Here, like formidable guards, the figures of lions froze around which all tourists like to arrange photo shoots. The building is surrounded by a wonderful park with neatly trimmed shrubs and trees. Free parking is available on site. The hotel stands almost on the bank of the river. A beautiful staircase also leads to the water, a playground equipped with white railings is equipped. On it newlyweds like to be photographed. The interior of the hotel impresses with its luxury and pomp. The hall is decorated with columns and candelabra, furnished with soft sofas decorated with gilded brocade fabric. A spiral marble staircase leads to the upper floors , and an elevator is located nearby. At the reception, which is open around the clock, friendly staff will quickly resolve any issue. Here you can hand over valuables to a safe, order a taxi, use the services of mail, hand over personal items for ironing or washing.
Infrastructure
In the wonderful Volzhskaya Riviera hotel (Uglich), everything was done so that the guests feel the maximum comfort. In the lobby there is a hairdresser and two exclusive shops. In one you can buy jewelry with precious stones, and in the other - gift options for knives, various souvenirs and some household items. Near the reception there is a lobby bar, the interior of which is fully consistent with the surroundings. In the Volga Riviera you can not only relax, but also work fruitfully. For business people, two conference rooms are equipped here, Catherine II and Elizabeth, each 47 square meters in area. Both rooms are decorated in the same style as the entire hotel. In addition, the business center has 2 meeting rooms for 8 people each. They are perfect for indoor events. Lunches and receptions are available at the hotel's restaurant for business events.
Rooms
The rooms are as luxurious as the entire building, decorated in a classic style and furnished with chic furniture. Volga Riviera Hotel (Uglich) offers rooms. There are 80 units in total. Windows can overlook the Volga or the city. The categories are as follows:
- Standard with an area of 22 squares. They are equipped with new furniture, decorated with beautiful interior items, carpeted floors. Equipment - TV, fan, safe, batteries, electric kettle, fumigator, tea and coffee sets, glasses, water bottles. The hygiene room offers slippers, bathrobes, sets of all necessary for the adoption of water procedures, individual hygiene products.
- Studio with an area of 40 squares. In these one-room rooms, the set of furniture is complemented by soft sofas, on which there are several pillows. The equipment is similar to standards, but instead of a fan there is air conditioning, and a bathtub is installed in the hygiene room, there is a bidet.
Superior rooms
For the most demanding guests, the hotel offers the following room categories:
- Suite with 47 squares. The room is two-room, with a living room, a bedroom and an additional toilet. Equipment - a set of sleeping furniture, a set of upholstered furniture, a wardrobe, a desk. The room has excellent soundproofing.
- Two-level suite with an area of 47 squares. The room has a spacious terrace with views of the Volga.
The hotel has a room-service, which includes not only high-quality daily cleaning, but also the awakening of customers by their preliminary order, as well as the delivery of breakfasts, lunches and dinners to your room.
Nutrition
You can order a room with breakfast and without in the Volzhskaya Riviera Hotel. Uglich is an old Russian city with wonderful culinary traditions. In the hotel’s restaurant, called “Mon Plaisir”, which means “my pleasure”, a top-class chef delights guests with dishes of game, fish, lobster and other seafood. Side dishes are prepared using fennel, truffles, citrus fruits. In addition to the first and second courses, unusually delicious cakes, pastries, and all kinds of desserts are served here. If guests book a room with breakfast, it is also served in the Mon Plaisir restaurant. There are 4 types to choose from - classic, hunting, fitness and European. The menu includes broth, cereals, egg dishes, bacon, sausages, sliced cheeses and sausages, pancakes, crepes, desserts, fresh vegetables in salads, croissants, coffee, juices, tea.
In the lobby bar, guests can take their favorite drinks, as well as some snacks, pastries, sandwiches.
Volzhskaya Riviera Hotel (Uglich): reviews on leisure activities
The hotel has a modern spa equipped with the latest technology. Here, for extra money, each guest can visit the sauna, bathhouse, pool, jacuzzi. Sports enthusiasts staying at the Volga Riviera can have a great time fishing summer and winter, or engage in shooting at moving targets. During the period when navigation is open, each guest can take a memorable tour of the Volga on the ship. In the evening, guests of the hotel will enjoy live music in the restaurant, and movie buffs can visit the Rossiya cinema every day, located just 300 meters from the hotel. But the main thing that awaits almost everyone staying at the Volga Riviera is fascinating walks along the streets of Uglich, admiring the Kremlin, beautiful monasteries, visiting museums, among which are such exclusive as the Museum of Prison Art and Russian Vodka, the Museum of the Worker and the Rooster.
Services for children
For young guests there are not many amenities that the Volzhskaya Riviera hotel can offer. Uglich is an old city, but there are many modern entertainment centers. So, in several shopping centers there are playrooms for babies, where all kinds of swings are installed, competitions and interesting classes are held. In addition, the city has puppet and musical theaters, a planetarium and a zoo. The Volga Riviera Hotel itself has cots for children, and payment is not taken until the child reaches the age of 2 years. Also, free of charge, but without a seat, children aged 5 years or less are accepted. In the restaurant, parents have the opportunity to order children's dishes. Among the activities at the hotel for children, walks on a children's train are arranged.
Additional Information
The Volzhskaya Riviera Hotel has the opportunity to hold any celebration, including New Year and Christmas holidays, weddings, birthdays, corporate parties. For these purposes, a luxurious banquet room is themed.
Important: smoking is prohibited throughout the hotel. Also here you can not stay in the room with any pets.
Prices in the Volga Riviera are consistent with the quality of services provided. The lowest cost of a room without meals is from 1899 rubles per day.
Check-in at the hotel starts from 14-00, and it is desirable to leave the room before 12-00.
You can pay here in cash, as well as bank cards.
The hotel operates almost all year round, starting in March and ending in January.
Volga Riviera (Uglich): reviews
On many tourist sites, the rating of this hotel is 10 out of 10 possible. Most of the guests believe that the "Riviera" fully justifies its level of four stars, and the prices here are fully consistent with the quality of the services provided.
In all areas of tourist services, the Volzhskaya Riviera Hotel (Uglich) pleasantly surprises. The reviews of the employees of this company note that working here is easy and pleasant. Professional growth is possible for all employees, convenient schedules are established, and efforts are encouraged.
Customer reviews also call one of the advantages:
- good location;
- wonderful exterior and interior;
- clean comfortable rooms;
- very tasty dishes in restaurants;
- wonderful spa;
- the proximity of the Volga;
- free and very good Wi-Fi not only in the territory, but also in the rooms;
-Excellent organization of celebrations.
Of the shortcomings, some guests indicate only high prices and insufficient sound insulation in the rooms.