Yerevan - the capital of the Republic of Armenia - is one of the oldest capitals in the world. According to the cuneiform inscription, which was left by the king of Argishti II, Yerevan (Erebuni) was founded in 782 BC. e., 30 years before the creation of Romulus and Remus, "the eternal city of the world" - Rome. The ruins of the ancient city-fortress are located in the southern part of the capital on a high hill towering above modern quarters. Yerevan, and Armenia as a whole, even in Soviet times attracted the attention of tourists. The infrastructure here is well developed, there are many restaurants, museums, souvenir shops. There are many hotels, both chic five-star and budget ones, for example, the “Regine” hotel, which is located in one of the highest areas of the capital and offers magnificent views of the biblical Mount Ararat. Recently, a great number of wonderful mini-hotels, guesthouses, hostels have appeared in Yerevan, where you can settle down with all the comfort and spend a pleasant and unforgettable Armenian vacation. Guest reviews suggest that everyone can choose the option that matches the wallet and preferences. Hotels in Yerevan offer a more organized form of relaxation. Here, all services are concentrated in one place: restaurants, bars, spa centers, fitness clubs and pools.
The best hotels in Yerevan on Republic Square
Yerevan is one of the most beautiful cities of the former USSR, and not only. What is the main square of the Republic, which was planned by the great architect of the last century, Alexander Tamanyan, and is located in the heart of the city. It has an oval shape and is surrounded by beautiful buildings of pink tuff. It is here that one of the best hotels in the city is located - “Armenia-Marriott 5 *”. The interior meets the requirements of the world famous hotel chain, however, the decor uses national elements that give the hotel an Armenian flavor.
On the Republic Square in front of the National Gallery and the Historical Museum of Armenia is one of the sights of Yerevan - singing and dancing fountains. So, the guests of the Marriott Hotel in the warm months of the year, that is, from April to mid-October, can directly enjoy their smooth dance from the balconies of their rooms and enjoy the sounds of beautiful melodies. Various concerts are often held here. So, in the recent past, a concert of the world-famous rock band System of a Down, dedicated to the 100th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide in the Ottoman Empire, as well as a solo performance by the great chansonnier Charles Aznavour, took place here. Naturally, all the guests of the city living in the Armenia-Marriott Hotel were in favorable conditions and had the opportunity to watch these grandiose concerts for free. Reviews about this hotel are mostly positive, and sometimes even enthusiastic.
“Erebuni”
On the Republic Square are also located the hotels “Erebuni Plaza 4 *” and Hyatt Place Yerevan 4 *. The building of the latter was built only a few years ago. This is a beautiful modern building, which fully complies with the general concept of the world famous hotel brand “Hyatt” and provides tourists with a service according to European standards. The first floors of the hotel are catering facilities: pizzeria, snack bar, burger, as well as offices of local companies.
But the hotel "Erebuni Plaza" was founded in Soviet times, although it recently underwent a major reconstruction. It houses the Ministry of Diaspora of the Republic of Armenia, offices of representative offices of many international organizations, etc. On the ground floors of the hotel there is a SPA center and a sports and fitness center of the Jean Rick International international network. Hotel guests can use the gym and pool for free, while the spa and beauty center services are available for a price indicated in the price list. As for food, then in “Erebuni Plaza” there are several restaurants, bars, including a lounge bar. The hotel operates on the BB system. This means that room rates include breakfast only.
Which hotel to choose?
If you are going to visit the capital of Armenia and are considering what hotels to choose for your stay in Yerevan, we can advise you on several excellent options, both budget and luxury hotels. Of course, it depends on your preferences and the thickness of your wallet. Some hotels are quite expensive, and accommodation in them will cost you 200-250 dollars a day (this includes breakfast buffet, pool and gym). There are cheaper options, for example, the hotel “Ararat”. Here, the cost of one standard room is approximately $ 150, but the presidential “Suite” cannot be called cheap, its price is $ 570. At the same time, it is also located in the center, in the immediate vicinity of the city hall, next to the park area and the alley “2550 fountains”, which was rebuilt in honor of the number of fountains of the city’s anniversary. Hotel "Ararat" has a conservatory, which has a lobby bar, an indoor pool and a gym.
Cheap hotels
More affordable is the Shirak Hotel, which was built in the middle of the 20th century and was still considered one of the best in the capital. Its ground floor is occupied by a spacious restaurant, from which at any time of the day comes the unique aroma of fresh pastries, as well as the breathtaking spicy smells of many dishes of local and international cuisines. These hotels also include the aforementioned Regine or the Knight Hotel.
"Congress"
Hotel "Best Western Congress Hotel" is located directly opposite the hotel "Chirac", in a park area, next to the Academic Theater. A. Sundukyan and 5 minutes walk from the French Embassy. As you may have guessed, it belongs to the world-famous Best Western hotel chain. The building was built about 10 years ago, but in its style it fits perfectly into the architectural ensemble of this part of the city. In accordance with its name, the hotel is designed for various business and special occasions.
“Congress” is a hotel that has two magnificent conference rooms for 50 and 200 people, and a well-equipped business center with a meeting room. On the ground floor there is also a lobby bar and Italian restaurant “Raffaello”. The hotel constantly organizes various conferences, presentations, exhibitions and other corporate and events. There is a wonderful outdoor pool around which there are sun loungers with umbrellas, as well as a pool bar. On sultry Yerevan evenings, this place serves as a pleasant refuge for both residents and guests of the capital.
Hotel Paris
Another great hotel, located a 5-minute walk from Republic Square, is the Paris Hotel. It was built a couple of years ago, therefore, according to its technical requirements, it meets modern standards. A calm interior in gentle pastel colors, friendly staff, excellent cuisine, the Montmartre restaurant on the roof with a beautiful view of the city, and most importantly - affordable prices (from $ 100) - all this makes the hotel attractive for tourists who want to save money, but at the same time they want to get a high level service.
Paris Hotel is a favorite place for people who do not like pretentiousness in the interior, but prefer a gentle and restrained luxury. The hotel building has a conference room where you can hold small events, as well as a gym for those who can not imagine a single day without training. On hot summer nights on the 12th floor of the hotel, which is occupied by the chic Montmartre restaurant with a huge veranda with a canopy, soft sofas and original swing like a huge cobweb-cocoon, live jazz music is played.
“Metropol”
This hotel also belongs to the budget category, in which the cost of standard rooms is $ 100-150, which is much lower than the price of rooms of this category in other hotels, despite the fact that Metropol belongs to the prestigious Best Western Hotel Asian network. Hotel “Metropol” is also located in the city center, opposite one of the most beautiful churches - “Surb Sargisa” - towering above the Hrazdan Gorge. The hotel offers beautiful views of the beautiful building of the Yerevan Brandy Factory, as well as the Hrazdan Stadium. The hotel has all the necessary conditions for a comfortable stay and good rest for guests. Hotel Metropol is decorated in a classical style, with elements of the Renaissance. The interior has many paintings, soft sofas, thick curtains, etc.
The incredible beauty of the hotel “Latar”
In one of the distant districts from the center of Yerevan on a spacious territory is the magnificent Latar restaurant and hotel complex. Its architecture resembles a fabulous castle in the Venetian style. In front of the main building there is a wide pool with a waterfall, a solarium and a pool bar. This hotel is considered one of the best in Armenia, and it operates independently and does not belong to any international hotel chain. There are no standard rooms, but only "deluxe" and "suites" of different categories. Their prices vary between 200-250 dollars.
Hotel “Latar” provides tourists with the highest level of service. Reviews say that the staff is trying to please the guests in everything. Large banquets are frequent here: celebrations of weddings, engagement, anniversaries, etc. The newlyweds, of course, are given a presidential number. They also have several “compliments” from the administration. For weddings and other large-scale celebrations, the Latar restaurant operates in the hotel, which is located in a separate building. There is another open, decorated in an old rustic style restaurant, which serves mainly traditional Armenian cuisine. Like many hotels in Yerevan, “Latar” allows citizens and guests of their country to use the pool and restaurants, regardless of whether they live in a hotel or not.
Inns
As already noted, in recent years a large number of small hotels with 10-12 beds have been built in different parts of Yerevan. This is due to the growing interest in the Armenian capital from tourists around the world. “May Hotel Yerevan” is a typical example of hotels of this type. Judging by the reviews, they are especially popular for tourists with children. All rooms are well equipped and equipped to international standards. There are all necessary bath and toilet accessories, sets for making coffee, in the buffet you can order the necessary breakfasts for children. In walking distance from the hotel there are inexpensive cafes and restaurants, a park, a supermarket, many beauty salons and boutiques. Republic Square is a 15-minute walk away.
Almost all mini-hotels in Yerevan are not inferior to large ones in terms of service level. Of course, on their territory there are no large restaurants, spa centers and gyms, but here it is much calmer and you can meet an individual trip to each tourist. Reception staff will help with the organization of excursion routes to the numerous attractions of Armenia. An airport shuttle is also available here (completely free).
Ani plaza
Ani is one of the most popular Armenian female names. That was the name of the ancient capital of Armenia, the city of 1001 churches. Today its ruins are located in Turkey, 2-3 kilometers from the Armenian-Turkish border. In the modern capital, on one of its most beautiful streets, there is a large and beautiful building, which was built in the middle of the last century - “Ani Plaza”. The hotel (Yerevan is rich in such beautiful hotels) boasts a spacious lobby, beautiful elegant interior, many European restaurants and cafes, a sports and fitness area with a pool and a gym. The rooms in the hotel are made in pastel colors, equipped with everything necessary for the comfort of tourists. The hotel in all respects corresponds to the 4 * category. Most of the guests are satisfied.
The latest hotels in Yerevan
Due to the growing popularity of Armenia (and Yerevan in particular) as a tourist destination, the country's interest in such well-known hotel chains as Hilton (Double Three), Grand Hotel, Hotel Royal, and National is also increasing and others. Naturally, living in them is quite expensive, however, in the high season, almost all rooms are booked.