Hotel Astoria in Admiralteisky

Built in 1911, this plush venerable hotel with an imposing facade is a 4-minute walk from Saint Isaac's Cathedral and 14 minutes' walk from the landmark Hermitage Museum.Elegant rooms with parquet floors and marble bathrooms feature free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs. Upgraded rooms add Nespresso machines. Suites include iPod docks, and some provide antique decor, dining rooms, libraries and/or terraces. Room service is available.There's a cafe, a swanky cocktail bar and an upscale Italian restaurant, plus afternoon tea. Amenities include a full-service spa, an indoor pool, a 24-hour gym and a ballroom hosting up 450 people.