...restaurant serving local specialities such as caviar and beef stroganoff. German beer, bratwurst and jaegerschnitzel are the order of the day in Beerstube, which recreates a bier keller. Imperial offers an international buffet, including a fine Sunday brunch. Landskrona offers European food in an ornate setting, and has a lengthy wine list. Dishes include Baked Marinated Zucchini Wraps and Chateau Briande. Cocktails, coffees and light meals are available all day in the lobby.

The hotel has wireless Internet access (surcharge), meeting rooms and business centre.

The top-floor health club offers beauty treatments (surcharge), fitness room, sauna and solarium. There is a convenient shopping arcade on site.

Guestrooms. The Corinthia Nevskij Palace Hotel's 285 air-conditioned guestrooms are decorated in neutral tones with contemporary furniture. All rooms have dial-up and wireless Internet access (surcharge), minibars and safes.

Expert Tip. The Corinthia Nevskij Palace Hotel was once home to the Samoliov theatrical dynasty, and there is a museum dedicated to their life and works on site.

Visa Information: Some hotels can assist their guests to obtain a visa for entry to the Russian Federation. Hotels may charge a fee for this service. Guests may contact the Customer Support Centre to be put in touch with their hotel to arrange a visa. Hotels may in some instances refund visa assistance fees against the guests' hotel stay. If visa assistance is given and the reservation is subsequently cancelled then hotels may retain the cost of the first night's stay in addition to standard cancellation charges. Hotel fees in relation to visas vary, guests should check directly with the hotel for details.

Room Types:

Standard Room:   One king bed. Soft neutral decor with sleek, contemporary furnishings. Internet connection, air conditioning, satellite television, minibar, in-room safe, hair dryer.

Deluxe room:   One king bed or two twin beds. Soft neutral decor with sleek, contemporary furnishings. Internet connection, air conditioning, satellite television, minibar, in-room safe, hair dryer.

Driving Directions: From Saint Petersburg Pulkovo International Airport (LED): Distance to the Corinthia Nevskij Palace Hotel is 17 kilometres, approximately 30 minutes' drive.

Getting there. The number 13 bus runs between terminal 2's central office building and Moskovskaya metro station. The number 39 bus runs between terminal 1 and Moskovskaya metro station, which is near to the hotel. A single ticket costs 7 RUB (0.20 USD). A shuttle bus connects the two terminals and continues to central Saint Petersburg. Taxis cost 917 RUB (35 USD) to the city centre. Prices are all subject to change.

Getting around. The Corinthia Nevskij Palace Hotel is on Nevskij prospect. Saint Petersburg is best explored on foot, and most major attractions are located within 30 minutes' walk of the city centre. Saint Petersburg has a comprehensive public transport network, including buses, trams, trolleys, and a metro. Shared taxis (Marshrutnoye taxis) travel across fixed routes and are reasonably priced.

Room Amenities:

• Electronic/magnetic keys • Pay movies • Premium bedding • Window opens • Complimentary toiletries • Handheld shower • Cable/satellite TV • Direct-dial phone • Premium TV channel(s) 

Nevsky Prospect - adjacent|eters | Kazan Cathedral - 1 kilometre (0.5 miles) | State Hermitage Museum - 1.5 kilometres (1 mile) | State Russian Museum - 1.5 kilometres (1 mile) | Peter & Paul Fortress - 2 kilometres (1 mile) | St Isaak's Cathedral - 2 kilometres (1 mile)| Pushkin - 25 kilometres (15.5 miles) | Peterhof - 30 kilometres (18.5 miles) | Pavlovsk - 30 kilometres (18.5 miles) |