The 10 best hotels in Krasnaya Polyana

Krasnaya Polyana is famous for its winter resorts, ski slopes of varying difficulty, modern saunas and hot pools overlooking the snow-capped mountains. It is worth thinking about a summer vacation, and bewilderment arises: "Why go to the mountains when the sea is nearby?". In fact, Krasnaya Polyana has something to interest and keep visitors at any time of the year. This resort is one of the best multi-season holiday destinations in Russia.

At the foot of the Aibga Ridge, there is a complex of cable cars with various routes for winter recreation lovers. Having taken a ride on the Alpiki-Service sled road, tourists will feel the largest elevation difference in the country. From many hotels, you can walk to the Olympia and Caucasian Express roads and climb to the highest platform in the region.Winter holidays are available to tourists from December to May, then summer entertainment comes into play.

From May to the end of November, residents enjoy horseback riding, rafting, jeeping, quad biking and caving. Walking routes pass around the mountains, offering to explore the picturesque places of the resort. Thrill-seekers can book a parachute and paragliding tour, get unforgettable emotions and see mountain peaks from a height.

Top 10 best hotels in Krasnaya Polyana

10 Spa Hotel Belarus 3*

Spa Hotel Belarus 3 * offers walking distance to the ski slopes of Sochi, skiing on slopes of varying difficulty and sleigh rides with children, testing endurance in mountain climbing and viewing icy waterfalls in frozen rocks. The place is aimed at winter recreation, at this time professional instructors offer hikes of varying difficulty. In summer, there is a public beach near a small lake, by registering in advance, you can try yourself as a rock climber. Sometimes there are paragliding courses. In the warm season, guests relax in pavilions, catch fish and cook it on their own on the grill. The on-site spa complex offers relaxing and restorative treatments.

Guests note the location of the hotel in a picturesque place, which is typical for Krasnaya Polyana. Access to all entertainment is convenient for visitors of any age. The dining room cannot offer the delights of Russian cuisine, but the main dishes are always tasty and deserve good reviews. In summer, a sports ground is open, you can rent equipment for games.Swimming pools are included in the price, but are only valid during the warm season. Among the shortcomings, guests note a long check-in upon arrival, judging by the reviews, some had to wait for several hours.

9 Alm Hotel 4*

Alm Hotel 4 * offers relaxation at any time of the year: large outdoor pools in the summer and sports equipment will not let you get bored on warm days, and a ski resort with slopes within walking distance will provide activities in the winter. On the territory there is a large bath complex, made in the Alpine style. Inside, visitors will find a hot tub on the roof with mountain views, buckets for dousing, a Russian steam room and a cool pool. The highlight of this place is a real Japanese bath with an amazing view of the ski slopes. After swimming enough, guests are welcomed in a restaurant with European and Russian cuisine, as well as natural Krasnopolyansk honey.

Visitors note the opportunity to relax with small children, as the hotel has everything necessary for their comfort. In summer, there is an outdoor pool for adults, it is deep, it may not be suitable for a child. Superior rooms have balconies where you can bring food and enjoy views of the mountains and the river. Of the small minuses, visitors note a somewhat sloppy cleaning of the rooms, which is corrected by contacting the administrator. Alm Hotel 4 * does not have entertainment programs, bars or sports events, but for a relaxing holiday near the mountains, it is ideal.

8 Azimut Hotel Freestyle Rosa Khutor 3*

Azimuth Hotel Freestyle Rosa Khutor is one of the few in Sochi, which is not located in the center of the famous resort and not near noisy rivers, so the territory is always quiet and calm. Upon arrival, you can discuss the program of skiing on Rosa Khutor, the closest cable car is Olympia, and it is also easy to find an inexpensive (compared to other places) restaurant "Berloga", which serves dishes for adults and children. Tourists recommend climbing to the top in the evening during warm weather to watch the sunset in the mountains. Residents are provided with free tickets to the sky park with long suspension bridges and entertainment for the bravest.

Guests speak very highly of the long health trail that starts behind the lake. It is suitable for teenagers and hardy adults, as it will require climbing long stairs and descending into the mountains. Of the shortcomings, grill zones are noted, which are located under the windows of some rooms. Because of this, the smoke of roasting meat enters the guests through the windows. Otherwise, this place offers the best vacation for families with small children who do not require large-scale entertainment programs. A free shuttle bus runs daily to all major attractions in the resort.

7 Hotel Vertical 3*

Hotel Vertical 3* is one of the few in Sochi of this star rating, which is located so close to the cable cars.Just a 20-minute walk away are the Russian Hills ski jumps for extreme lovers. The hotel itself is located in a quiet location away from noisy tourist routes, the center of the village of Esto-Sadoka is a kilometer away. Mountain views are available from all rooms and there is a free shuttle service to the ski lifts. The staff has earned positive feedback from visitors, which is not often seen with 3 stars. The restaurant prices are cheaper than the above places, the menu is varied and tasty.

Visitors note the picturesque view of Mount Aibga from the lobby bar and some of the hotel rooms. The hotel has a free storage room for sports equipment and a small billiard room. Families with children can visit the children's room, but there is no animation, so the little tenants can get bored. Breakfasts also do not deserve a high rating: visitors note that only cheese, bread, eggs and butter, sometimes porridge, are available to choose from. You can go to the restaurants of nearby hotels, but the prices there are very high. Also, the thin walls of the rooms deserved several negative reviews. In general, visitors warmly remember their stay at the Vertikal 3 * hotel, and in terms of price / quality ratio it has no equal.

6 Park Inn by Radisson Rosa Khutor 4*

Guests of the hotel can walk to the ski lifts in a minute, as they are only a hundred meters away. Upon check-in, they give a cold fruit drink, the staff is polite and helpful. This place is one of the most advanced in Sochi in terms of customer service and technical equipment of rooms.In summer, there is a free transfer to the beach with animators who come to Rosa Khutor in the evening and entertain adults and children. All residents are provided with a free lift to the first level, it is valid for the entire stay at the hotel. There is also a discount on meals in the restaurant, you can rent any ski equipment, and a professional instructor works on the slope.

Visitors recommend checking into this hotel in winter: guests go snowboarding, skiing, skating, tubing and sledding. However, if the visit time fell on the summer, Rosa Khutor has something to offer. On the territory there are paths for Nordic walking, cycling and horseback riding, riding a Segway and go-cart scooter. In the Park Inn by Radisson Rosa Khutor 4 * there is a rope "Panda Park" for children and adults. Of the minor drawbacks, guests note the noisy river, which is heard daily.

5 Slides Grand 3*

Slides Grand 3* effectively look against the backdrop of mountains and green parks. The hotel is located at an altitude of +540 above sea level, guests use the ski lift for winter entertainment for free. Thanks to the unique location, residents can observe the picturesque mountain peaks from any room, and can also reach any ski lift in a few minutes. Gorki Grand 3* are two 5-storey buildings with a common passage and a large sunbathing terrace overlooking the mountains. In winter, the covered glass area of ​​the restaurant operates, where guests are served Russian and European cuisine.

Visitors recommend to go to this hotel in winter, but for summer holidays a clean beach of the Black Sea in the Imereti lowland is available.The beach has modern sun loungers, cabins, paths and umbrellas. It is the private property of the hotel, curious tourists will not be able to enter the territory. Guests do not note any significant disadvantages, except that there is no drying room anywhere. In winter, you have to dry the mining equipment in the room. In summer it can be boring, because apart from the beach and the pool, there is no entertainment. The hotel is best suited for adult tourists without small children.

4 Mercure Rosa Khutor Hotel 4*

This hotel in Krasnaya Polyana is located just 200 meters from the ski lift, making skiing its main destination. The Luge Center and the Laura Biathlon Complex can be reached on foot. In the evening, a large Russian bath, a fitness center, a gym and a swimming pool, which is open even in winter, are open to guests. Mercure Rosa Khutor Hotel 4 * is one of the best for people with disabilities: each entrance is equipped with a ramp, you can drive to any place on a wheelchair, special conditions for the hearing impaired. At the bottom of the 6-storey building there is a restaurant serving Russian and European cuisines. In warm weather, a summer terrace is open overlooking the mountains and parks.

Guests note the unique location of the hotel: there are both mountains and the sea nearby (a shuttle runs to it twice a day, free for visitors). Although there are not many options for summer holidays on the territory of the hotel, after driving a couple of kilometers, guests can swim in plenty and rent water activities.Residents warn that some rooms overlook the roof of a neighboring building, if possible, it is recommended to book a view of the river and mountains. As a small bonus, visitors are given a free ski pass, which at the end can be exchanged for a commemorative postcard.

3 Golden Tulip Rosa Khutor 4*

Rosa Khutor is known for its modern ski holidays. Tourists do not have to spend a single minute to get to the ski lifts - they are located right next to the hotel. A variety of entertainment programs make it attractive for family and active recreation: instructors work in the morning, guests receive a discount on skiing. The sauna, spa and fitness club are open in the evenings. The restaurant serves a buffet breakfast and Russian and European cuisine in the evenings. The rooms are spacious, clean, with free Wi-Fi and essential amenities.

Guests with children celebrate a lot of entertainment for the little ones: a playroom with animators and teachers, rental of bicycles, skates, scooters and skis of small sizes, you can ask for a crib or high chair at any time. Also, visitors note a discount on breakfasts in the restaurant, they serve a buffet. The menu is expensive, but cheaper than in more star hotels. Of the minuses, there is a small selection of dishes at breakfast, there is practically no baby food (only porridge). Otherwise, Golden Tulip Rosa Khutor 4 * is one of the best places for the price and quality of rest in Krasnaya Polyana.

2 Sochi Marriott 5*

Sochi Marriott 5 * offers one of the best winter holidays in Sochi, less than 5 minutes walk to the main ski lift Gornaya Karusel. After skiing, visitors have access to a swimming pool, sauna and gym. All residents are given free access to the business area with computers where you can print photos and documents. Parents trust their children to educators in the play area, entertainment events are organized for older children. For adults, there is a spa center with a hammam, a Finnish sauna and a relaxation area. In summer, there are 2 swimming pools: deep for adults and smaller for children.

Guests are advised to choose rooms on the top floors (there are 7 in total) so that the windows do not face the neighboring building, but the mountains and parks. The area around the hotel is landscaped, there are many walking paths, a separate track for cycling. There are no categorical minuses in the reviews, they note the slowness of the service staff and poor sound insulation in some rooms. In other respects, this hotel is an example of a luxury holiday in Sochi, able to attract and retain even picky residents.

1 Grand Hotel Polyana 5*

The windows of the rooms of the Grand Hotel Polyana 5 * look at a small summer pool, from which you can see the mountains and nearby parks. Fans of outdoor activities on the water will like the main pool, which is more like a lake with a well-groomed beach in size. Regardless of the number of tourists, there are always free sunbeds, the staff works quickly, without creating queues.For families with children, a small shallow pool with fountains and small slides is available. The child can be left with a nanny in the children's room, and adults can go to the Spa or beauty salon. In the evenings, a cinema is open, showing popular films.

Visitors note the opportunity to walk to the huge center "Galaktika", where there is an ice rink, a water park, several shops with souvenirs and restaurants. Guests warn that prices are too high everywhere, but it is almost impossible to reach establishments outside the hotel. All in all, this hotel has one of the best entertainment programs in summer, and in winter you can get a discount on the ski slopes. There are many coniferous plants and parks on the territory, the main roads are far away, nothing interferes with a measured rest.

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