CUBA HOSTEL in Saint Petersburg

Set in a building where composer Rachmaninov lived, this shabby-chic hostel is a minute's walk from the Kazan Cathedral and an 8-minute stroll from a metro station.The brightly colored dorms offer free linens and towels, as well as bunk beds, lockers and desks or work tables.Freebies include a shot of vodka at check-in, coffees and teas, and Wi-Fi in the lounge which has board games and hammocks in the summer. There's also a fully equipped kitchen. The hostel offers visa support.