Take Cheap Flights to Russia and stay in Rocco Forte Hotel

Rocco Forte Hotel Astoria

The trend for vacations in Russia had recently increased among tourists due to the availability and convenience of cheap air tickets to Russia. A number of five-star hotels, particularly located in Moscow and St. Petersburg also encourage tourists to take increasing number of holiday trips to Russia. These hotels provide five-star accommodation along with other amenities and promise and exclusive experience.


Originally built in 1912, the historical Rocco Forte Astoria Hotel was later bought by the Rocco Forte Collection in 1997. It is located on St. Isaac’s Square, opposite the monumental cathedral, the heart of the city. It is also very conveniently located near some of the most famous tourist attractions of the city such as Mariinsky Theatre and Hermitage Museum. The hotel offers a pleasant combination of modern style and Russia’s ancient historical background, while still keeping the comfort and convenience of its guests in mind.

The hotel offers comfortable five-star accommodation in a total of 223 guest rooms with a stylish décor, complemented with picturesque views of the infamous cathedral. The hotel also provides a number of opportunities for those tourists who nurture a keen interest in nature related activities such as Walk across an ice-covered River Neva, Hydrofoil to Peterhof and a stroll the gardens on the edge of the Gulf of Finland.

The hotel features the signature Davidov restaurant which captures the essence of Russian traditions through its cuisine. These dishes are prepared by European chefs with a contemporary European twist. A number of exquisite delicacies are served in the restaurant, hand prepared by the award winning chef Leonid Ivanov, served with an extensive selection of the finest wines from around the world to complement the meal perfectly.

The hotel also features a luxury spa, known as the SPA Decleor, located on the seventh floor. It offers a number of sensual treatments such as aromatherapy, massage, body wraps, hydrotherapy, ashibori steam-baths in sauna, sea salt exfoliation and crio wraps in hammam, yoga and fitness individual classes. The spa also offers a number of specialized treatments for men based on contemporary cosmetic products and modern techniques.

Another distinguishing feature of this spa is the fact that it also offers specialized treatments for expectant mothers to help them relax, unwind, rejuvenate and rejoice. A specialized sauna and hammamare also available at the disposal of guests. Prior appointments are necessary at the sauna and hammam to ensure maximum convenience of the guests. The hotel also features a gym and a fitness center for its health-conscious guests.

The hotel is also an ideal venue for banquets and meetings since it can easily accommodate up to 450 guests. It features a stunning ballroom which is perfect for functions such as weddings. The Winter Garden can also be used to host such events. The hotel is also appropriate for corporate meetings, international conferences, product launches,personal screenings etc. the hotel can also organize unique group activities such as MIG fighter flights, troika racing and Faberge jewelry workshops.

The hotel offers a number of other services to fully indulge and pamper its guests such as pick and drop service from the airport, with complimentary refreshments and newspapers on board, as well as a personalized information kit from the Concierge desk.