Apartments on Sumskaya 45

Right on the main street, with an excellent location. The rooms look stylish and the service is hospitable.

A lovely, attractive place, especially suited to business travelers or couples. The balcony has a wonderful view. There’s a mini kitchen in every room with a microwave and kettle, plus a TV, towels, slippers, and toiletries. I’d recommend it.

For these prices, which feel 15-20% too high, I’d expect a nice hotel with breakfast. Instead, the rooms are shabby, and the elevator is outdated. In an old building like this, it feels scary to use. I was also shocked by how the receptionists looked. They hardly seemed like receptionists, more like concierges in an entryway. The owners could at least provide uniforms; that would look more decent. The prices are way too high for this level of service.

The apartment’s in a fantastic spot, with great comfort at a reasonable price. The bed was comfortable, and they provided clean towels and toothbrushes. I found the air fresheners in the hallway incredibly strong, though, and that overpowering smell won’t suit everyone. In apartment 10, the shower drain was poor. The walls are very thin too, and I had a sleepless night or two. Still, it was a very pleasant stay otherwise, and I’d recommend it for urgent accommodation needs.