The ancient city of Pskov is often called the "gateway to Russia." And this is no coincidence. After all, the Pskov region borders immediately with three states - Belarus, Latvia and Estonia. Therefore, there are quite a lot of foreign guests.
Where should they stop to create the most favorable first impression of Russia? Of course, in the "Heliopark Old Estate Hotel & Spa 4 *". This is the most presentable and comfortable place in the city.
It has a wonderful location - a stone's throw from the old Kremlin. And since 2006, when the Heliopark Hotel Management, the Russian company headed by its director Alexander Gusakov, became the full owner of Heliopark in Pskov, the hotel has acquired a host of new services, including a complex of baths and pools.
What does this network hotel represent now? In the article we will get to know her better.
Location
Most visitors visit ancient Pskov as tourists who want to see its historical and cultural attractions. Somehow reluctance to live on such a trip in a residential area on the outskirts.
But this hotel is located in the heart of the city. This is also evidenced by the Heliopark mailing address: Pskov, Verkhne-Beregovaya Street 4. If you look at the map of the city, you can see that a river flows through it. It is on the shore of the quiet and beautiful Pskov that the hotel stands.
To the ancient Kremlin a leisurely walk for about nine minutes. The remaining historical attractions of the regional center are within reach. You don’t have to spend money on public transport at all to inspect them.
Not only that: the building of the Heliopark Hotel is itself a tourist attraction. After all, the hotel is housed in a house of the 18th century! Of course, a complete reconstruction was carried out in this architectural monument, so that the comfort in the rooms is fully consistent with the modern idea of comfortable housing.
How to get there
Heliopark Old Estate Hotel is located close to the historic city center, but not to the train station. The hotel is a good five kilometers from the train station. Therefore, you need to take bus number 11 at the station and go six stops to the "Labor Street".
Having left, you should immediately turn right and go on the left side to the intersection with ul. Volkova. She will lead you to the Upper Coastal Street. If you get lost, ask the locals how to get to the Church of the Epiphany from Zapskovye. The hotel is across the street from this temple, opposite.
The Heliopark (Pskov) phone number does not hurt to know: + 7-811-279-45-45, which is also available on the hotel’s official website. Girls at the reception working around the clock will always tell you how to get to the hotel.
The hotel is a spacious two-story mansion under a green roof, on the facade of which you can see the inscription OLD ESTATE.
Number of rooms
The Heliopark Hotel in Pskov is beautiful not only from the outside, but also from the inside. No wonder she was awarded the national tourist prize to them. Yu. Senkevich in the nomination "The best hotel of Russia 4 stars". Designers tried to recreate the interiors of a rich estate of the 19th century as fully as possible.
Each of the 50 rooms is individually decorated. All guest rooms are divided into five categories: standard, superior, deluxe, studio and suite.
The entire first floor is occupied by lower category rooms. There are only 27 standards. They are designed for two people. There are rooms with one single bed or with two separate beds. The area of such bedrooms is 20 square meters.
Tourists report in reviews that the rooms are quiet, soundproofing is excellent due to the thick brick walls. The furniture is new, and the mattresses on the beds are orthopedic. Even the rooms of the lowest category (standard) are perfectly equipped technically.
There is a flat-screen TV, a telephone and a small refrigerator. The bathroom comes with a hairdryer. All bedrooms have a carpet on the floor.
Superior rooms
Rooms of these categories are located on the second floor. And superiors, who are essentially improved standards, are in the attic. They are complemented by two soft chairs, and guests are offered free toiletries.
Junior suites, also called junior suites, have a much larger area. The room is divided into sleeping and living areas. A sofa bed, coffee table, safe and wardrobe complete the furnishings.
Six studios are located in the attic of the Heliopark Hotel (Pskov), but their area is larger than that of the superiors located under the roof - 36 square meters. These rooms are air-conditioned, and in the bathroom there is a bathtub instead of a shower.
There are only four suites in the hotel, and they have their own names: “Casanova”, “Slavia”, “Heliopark” and “President”. One is more luxurious than the other, with a bidet, a jacuzzi and a sauna in the bathroom, antique furniture and other amenities, they will provide their guests with an unforgettable vacation.
What tourists say about room service
The reviews mention that free Wi-Fi is available throughout the Heliopark Hotel (Pskov). He is very fast, the connection does not drop, so communication on Skype is possible.
They clean the rooms every day, very conscientiously. Linen is laid new, snow-white, give a lot of fluffy towels. Tourists say the hotel toiletries are branded.
Superior rooms are furnished with soft bathrobes. Some guests were enchanted by the views from the windows that overlook the green domes of the church or the Pskov River.
The rooms are decorated very nicely, with retro elements, but in fact they have all the modern amenities. Those guests who visited Pskov in the winter, claim that they drown in the hotel very well, which makes the rooms more comfortable.
Where to eat
The Heliopark Hotel in Pskov has the Aristocrat restaurant, the Rublev bar with an open terrace and the Refectory. A buffet breakfast is served every morning from seven to eleven o'clock in the morning. This meal is included in the price.
The restaurant continues to serve customers until the morning. Rublev and Refectory are open from noon to 03:00. Alternatively, guests can enjoy a drink and snack at the 24-hour bar in the hotel lobby.
The hotel accepts orders for the organization of weddings, other celebrations, as well as comprehensive meals for conference participants, since the restaurant hall can accommodate 160 people.
In the basement of the hotel there is also a wine cellar. There you can taste elite drinks from around the world or order a tasting that will be conducted by an experienced sommelier.
Since the “Heliopark Old Estate Hotel and Spa 4 *” is located in the very center of Pskov, it will not be a problem for guests to find nearby other catering points, both budget and expensive. Of the minuses, guests note only the absence of an electric kettle in the rooms (they are only in the suites).
Heliopark Hotel (Pskov): nutrition reviews
Tourists in their responses do not skimp on the praises of morning meals. Those who spent several days at the hotel claim that breakfasts are slightly different every day, although there is a standard set of dishes - eggs, cereals, yogurts, vegetables, fruits, butter, pastries, cereals.
Sometimes they bake pancakes or serve delicious fried sausages. Tourists report that on business days from noon to three in the afternoon in the restaurant has a program "Business Time". During these "happy hours" for all dishes a discount of 15 percent is announced.
The a la carte restaurant Aristocrat respects people's beliefs about food. Optionally, you will be given a lean or vegetarian menu.
Visitors praise the lobby bar for a pleasant interior and delicious coffee. In the evenings, the restaurant hosts music evenings, cooking shows and other recreational activities.
Spa center at Heliopark in Pskov
Do not forget that in the name of the hotel there is the word SPA. And, therefore, the complex provides related services. All employees of the hotel spa have a medical education.
Over 250 types of treatments are available here. These are massages: general, relaxing, therapeutic, stone therapy, Ayurvedic, etc. Rejuvenating and anti-cellulite hydrotherapy sessions (Charcot's shower, baths, etc.) are also held here.
Those who wish can undergo seaweed wrapping, face and body peeling. Professional beauticians carry out facial cleansing, including treatment, with luxury products “Algoterm”.
There is also a hairdresser, manicure and pedicure salons in the hotel's spa. Masters from the world of beauty use only professional cosmetics from leading European companies.
Aquapark
This entertainment is not stated in the name of the hotel, but it is. What is offered in this water entertainment zone of the Heliopark Hotel in Pskov? The pool there is small, but it has an artificial waterfall and countercurrent.
Guests are invited to have fun under the “Soul of Impressions”. But there are no slides here. Instead, the water park is equipped with a hot tub and baths: Finnish sauna, Russian steam room, Turkish hammam.
Tourists report that in the first three hours of the water park - from 7 to 10 - guests can visit it absolutely free. It is noteworthy that there is also a spa nearby, so that after taking a bath in the baths, you can immediately go for paid massage procedures (from classical to Bora Bora), thalassotherapy or to a beauty salon to clean your face.
Other services
The Pskov Hotel Heliopark has all the conditions for meetings. There is a plenary room for one hundred people, equipped with a screen, booths for simultaneous interpretation, conference equipment.
For small business meetings, the hotel is ready to provide a meeting room. In the business center, you can scan, print, laminate and booklet them or fax them.
Laundry and dry cleaning services are available. The front desk has a safe and luggage storage. If you come to Pskov with a baby, they will put a cradle in your room for free. The restaurant also offers a children's menu.
Parking in front of the hotel with 24-hour video surveillance is free for guests. No reservation is required.
General reviews
All guests were satisfied with their stay at the Heliopark Hotel in Pskov. Spa treatments in it are very high quality, professional and inexpensive. Many guests praise breakfasts, which are called hearty and varied.
Highly appreciated and beautiful comfortable rooms. Guests put 10 out of ten points to the hotel’s location. All the sights of Pskov within walking distance of the hotel, Heliopark is located in a quiet and green area.
Many tourists said that if fate brings them to Pskov again, they will certainly stay at this hotel.