Kazan, the capital of Tatarstan, is a city that every Russian, and not only, should visit. A thousand-year history is harmoniously combined with modernity. The symbol of the city of the Kremlin stood in its place back in the days of Ivan the Terrible, and now the beautiful Kul-Sharif Mosque, which is only fifteen years old, stands next to it.
Mirage 5*
An option for those who want to live in the historical center and enjoy the active life of the city. From the windows you can see the Kazan Kremlin and the Bulak River. All the main sights are within walking distance, but you can also order a transfer along a personal route or rent a car with a driver for the whole day.
The restaurant “Milli” offers guests to taste the masterpieces of Tatar cuisine. As an alternative, the Pivovar restaurant. The menu includes dishes of European cuisine and a variety of author's snacks. Be sure to try the signature craft beer. Choose from five varieties according to the oldest Austrian recipe. A fun evening can be spent in a karaoke club under the funny name “Drinking”. The list contains compositions for every taste.
Every day from morning until late evening the doors of the fitness club are open for guests. There is an equipped gym, Finnish sauna, massage room. Relax after a busy day in the city in the largest indoor pool, which is open all year round.
Suleiman Palace Hotel 4*
A majestic white stone building in the heart of the city. Two steps away is a cozy pedestrian Petersburg street, a little further the main “party” artery of the city – Bauman street, and the Kaban lake embankment. Each guest can order a transfer or rent a car at the reception.
The atmospheric and luxurious Saffron Brown restaurant serves buffet breakfasts every day. The menu includes Russian, Tatar and European cuisines. In the warm season, an open veranda is open. You can also have a tasty snack in the lobby bar, which serves mainly snacks for alcoholic drinks and author's desserts. The wine list features rare and respected varieties.
There is everything you need for the comfort of the guest: a gym, a Russian bath and a Finnish sauna, a jacuzzi, two indoor pools with children's areas. On the territory of the SPA-salon there are a solarium, massage rooms and a beauty salon.
This option is the choice of the organizers of celebrations, whether it's an anniversary or a wedding, and business events. Equipped with banquet halls, meeting rooms, business center and conference hall.
Shalyapin Palace 4*
The monumental architectural monument of the nineteenth century attracts the eye of every traveler. It is located on the Bauman pedestrian street, around which all the main attractions and fashionable establishments are concentrated.
Breakfast is held in the restaurant “Capella”, the system is “buffet”. The rest of the time there is a menu, which presents dishes of Russian, Tatar and European cuisines. The highlight of the institution is the dishes that Fyodor Chaliapin himself, the great opera singer, loved. Be sure to order the beef steak, Norwegian salmon fillet and tiger prawns.
The Piano Bar restaurant is open every day and around the clock. Drinks deserve special attention – cognac, wine, tea, coffee and hot chocolate. In the evenings, a professional pianist performs, who performs classics mixed with modern compositions.
For those who prefer not to miss a workout, there is a large gym. After a productive workout or a day full of walking, you can go to the sauna to relax, and then dive into the pool, the water of which is heated to a comfortable temperature.
There is no entertainment on the territory, but there is an observation deck from which a stunning view of the city opens. Guided tours can be booked at the reception.
On Pushkin, 26 4*
Comfortable apartments for those who appreciate the homely atmosphere and comfort. The rooms are made according to the “apartment type”, so most of them are equipped with kitchens. This can be a deciding factor for guests with children and those on diets.
The nearest attractions are Bauman Street and Tukay Square. At the front desk you can order a taxi to any part of the city if you are not in the mood to travel on foot.
Every morning guests are invited to a continental breakfast. The choice is Russian, Tatar, English, French and surprise. The local restaurant cannot be visited at any time of the day, because the chefs work on pre-order. But the employees are ready to organize a romantic breakfast, lunch or dinner, a celebration of any occasion, a business lunch or a banquet.
The main feature is the terrace, where you can enjoy views of the historical part of Kazan, organize an atmospheric photo session, and just relax. Here you can hold any celebration, from a birthday or a bachelorette party to a marriage ceremony.
DoubleTree by Hilton Kazan 4*
Within walking distance are the Kazan Kremlin, the National Museum of Tatarstan, the Kazan Drama Theater and Bauman Street. Be sure to visit the Staro-Tatarskaya Sloboda, a colorful village built up with colorful houses and the oldest mosques, and then take a walk along the picturesque embankment of the Kazanka River. Both places are suitable for memorable atmospheric photo shoots. You can also order a transfer or taxi to any part of the city.
At the local restaurant, you should try the author's dishes from the chef, which are based on Russian, Tatar and European cuisines. The lobby bar serves aromatic coffees of different varieties, leaf tea, pure strong alcoholic drinks and original cocktails. Room service available 24/7.
The banquet hall is always ready for large events such as weddings, anniversaries and corporate parties. And for those who come to Kazan for work, a large conference hall is equipped.
For adherents of a healthy lifestyle, there is a 24-hour fitness center, where there are cardiological simulators and strength equipment. Qualified trainers are always ready to draw up a training program, advise on nutrition and health.
Mansion on Teatralnaya 3*
A place for those who prefer to live in a quiet and peaceful place, but at the same time quickly and easily get to the main tourist streets and significant sights of the city. Rooms are divided into categories – “standard”, “luxury” and “business”. From the windows you can see Freedom Square, the majestic Opera and Ballet Theater and the Kazan City Hall. Ten minutes of a leisurely walk, and you find yourself on the busy Bauman street.
Every morning you will enjoy a continental breakfast. On the ground floor there is an Italian pizzeria serving not only pizza, but also other national dishes. Nearby is a snack bar for those who prefer light snacks. Be sure to try the signature cocktails.
You can take care of your appearance in a local beauty salon. The list of services includes children's, women's and men's haircuts, hairstyles, as well as manicures and pedicures. At the reception you can order a transfer to any part of the city or rent a car for the whole day or the whole vacation. Author's excursions around the city are also sold there. The guide will gladly acquaint guests with the history of Kazan, take you through paths that are inaccessible to tourists, and give you an unforgettable experience.
Don Quixote 3*
It is located in the very center, so that the main city attractions can be reached on foot during the walk, and if you plan to go outside, you can rent a car for the day or even for the entire vacation.
Come in the morning for a buffet breakfast at a local restaurant. For lunch and dinner, you can order delicious dishes of Russian, Tatar and Spanish cuisines. There is a menu for children. Light snacks and drinks, including alcoholic ones, are served at the lobby bar. And for those who prefer to cook on their own, a modern shared kitchen is equipped.
Here you can hold a business meeting or event. The conference hall can accommodate fifty people, the organizer has at his disposal a projection screen, a projector and an office. There is also a banquet hall reserved for large celebrations. Host a birthday party or wedding dinner here.
If exploring the city doesn't feel like enough, check out the 24-hour fitness center for cardio and weights. At the reception you can buy sightseeing tours to go through thoughtful routes with a guide and learn a lot. It also sells original souvenirs.
Maxim Gorky 3*
The rooms have a classic design, order and comfort. A baby cot is provided free of charge upon request. In the mornings, all guests receive a fresh continental breakfast, but for lunch and dinner, it is worth visiting establishments nearby. Fortunately, there are so many of them that it is impossible to remain dissatisfied.
There is also a communal kitchen on site for those who prefer exclusively home-cooked food and adhere to a special diet. This is a good option for guests with small children. Pets are allowed.
Attractions nearby are the picturesque Gorky Park (and its outstanding fountains), the Museum of Fine Arts, Kazan State University. And if you want to get acquainted with the city thoroughly and with a specialist, then choose one of the seven author's excursions.
Together with a guide, you can follow the route “Kazan from a different angle”, which passes through all the main sights of the center, and ends with a Ferris wheel. And in addition, it is worth taking a walk through the old Kazan estates, which have preserved a special atmosphere to this day. As many as three excursions are devoted to the Old Tatar settlement.
TatarInn 3 *
A beautiful two-story building even from the outside seems cozy and beckons to look inside. And not in vain! The choice of the guest is fifty-three rooms equipped with the latest, where there is everything you need. Upon request, any of them will be equipped with a baby cot.
In the mornings – a Tatar breakfast, and for lunch or dinner you should look into the local restaurant “Simple Joys”. It serves dishes of Russian and European cuisines. There is a children's menu. By the way, in the same restaurant you can organize any holiday. For example, a children's or adult's birthday, a corporate party or a wedding banquet. The institution employs animators who are always ready to take responsibility for the child, so that adults get some time for themselves.
On the territory you can hold not only a celebration, but also a working event. Meeting rooms and conference rooms for up to fifty people are at guests' disposal. All presented equipment and stationery can be used free of charge.
The stylish lobby bar serves light snacks, creative cocktails and pure alcohol. There is also a shop with authentic souvenirs, which will be a pleasant reminder of a fabulous vacation.
Tatarskaya Manor 3*
The elegant building, which is ranked among a number of architectural monuments, is located on the shore of Lake Kaban, and its employees are always happy to meet dear guests. Staro-Tatarskaya Sloboda is the most atmospheric place in Kazan. There is a touch of history here.
The place is suitable for those who want peace, but at the same time want to experience the most complete acquaintance with the city. The historical center is very close, ten minutes of a leisurely walk is enough to get to the Bauman pedestrian street. And from there it's within easy reach of the Kremlin.
The restaurant “Tatarskaya Usadba” has six different halls and a huge menu, which consists of dishes of Tatar and European cuisines. The peculiarity of the institution is a real wood-burning stove. Be sure to try the meat cooked in it and at the same time appreciate the wines from the bar menu. Rare dishes of Tatar cuisine are presented in the Alan Ash cafe.
Pottery master classes are held on the territory, all products can be taken home as souvenirs. The chefs of the restaurant and cafe willingly teach guests how to cook national pastries, such as ech-pochmaki, kystyby, talkysh-kaleve and chak-chak. Wine connoisseurs should look into the vinotheque, which has a huge collection of elite wines, which, of course, can be tasted.
Ostrovsky 3*
If you want cozy and budget accommodation five minutes from the Kazan Kremlin, then this is your option. The intersection of Bauman and Kivi Najmi streets is the very center of tourist entertainment. Restaurants, coffee houses, shops and souvenir shops are concentrated here, and all historical sights are within easy reach.
The focus is on comfort and a homely atmosphere. Apartments are divided into categories – “standard”, “comfort”, “improved”. There is everything you need. On the official website, various promotions are regularly held, thanks to which you can save a lot.
There is no restaurant, but you can order food to your room or arrange delivery from any establishment. Nearby is the restaurant “Kedr”. The menu includes European cuisine, there are dishes for vegetarians and for children. As an alternative – the Eastern European cafe “Tubetey”. The evening is worth spending in the wine bar “Truth”.
On the ground floor you will find a small souvenir shop where you can buy designer postcards, magnets, key chains, and other nice things for memory and as a gift to friends.
Berison Kamala 2 *
Close to all the central sights of the city is a comfortable option for those who prefer to spend time outside the apartment. In the mornings, all guests are invited to a continental breakfast, but for lunch and dinner, it is better to go to the nearest establishments. Fortunately, there are plenty of them.
There is a shared kitchen for those who, for some reason, prefer to cook on their own. The rooms also have everything you need for a meal – a table, dishes, a refrigerator and a microwave. This is the best option for travelers with children.
On the ground floor there is a reception desk where you can order a sightseeing tour of the city. Together with experienced guides, it is definitely worth seeing the Kazan Kremlin, the Peter and Paul Cathedral, the Kazan National Cultural Center, Freedom Square, and many other attractions.
Volga 2*
A hospitable place near Bauman, the Central Stadium, the Circus, the Sports Palace, the Central Department Store and the Pyramid entertainment complex, where there is enough to do for both an adult traveler and a child.
In the restaurant on the ground floor every day breakfasts from the “swedish table”, and there you can also have a delicious lunch or dinner with dishes of Tatar and Russian cuisines. There are two banquet halls (small and large), so you can hold any celebration here, be it a corporate event, a wedding or an anniversary.
For business travelers, too, everything is ready: two large conference rooms and a meeting room. Without leaving the territory, visit the beauty salon, where you can take care of your hair, get a haircut, hairstyle, manicure and pedicure.
Entertainment includes billiards and table tennis. Also, employees are ready to take care of a quality acquaintance with the city. Author's sightseeing tours have been created for guests. There are four programs to choose from, each of which includes three-day activities. On the ground floor you will find a grocery store and a souvenir shop.
Diamond
A small and cozy option that is suitable for those who are not looking for entertainment in their place of residence. Rooms are divided into categories – “standard”, “double”, “family”, “junior suite” and “suite”. There is everything you need for a comfortable life. A homely atmosphere reigns everywhere, without which it is difficult to imagine a good vacation.
There is no gym, no SPA-salon, no children's room, but on the other hand, there is no need to overpay for services that are not useful. The building stands on the central pedestrian street of Bauman, where, on the one hand, it is never dreary, and, on the other hand, it is always quiet and calm. Nearby, every traveler will find what he needs, whether it be a gym, a massage room or an entertainment center for children.
On foot you can easily reach the beautiful Kul-Sharif mosque, the majestic Peter and Paul Cathedral, the iconic Kazan Kremlin, and other iconic sights. Meals are not provided, but there are cafes and restaurants nearby, where everyone will find food and drinks to their liking. And if you want to have lunch or dinner in your room, you can order delivery from any establishment.
FOR Hotel
Budget and comfortable option for city guests. The nearest attractions are Freedom Square, Cathedral of the Annunciation, Kazan Federal University, Syuyumbike Tower and the Museum of Socialist Life.
The rooms are brand new, well-groomed, aesthetic and “instagrammable”. The style is minimalism, and the highlight is modern posters from the creative agency 500na700. Believe me, if you see them once, you will immediately want to buy a couple of cool posters in your own living room.
There is no entertainment for guests, but there is a cool Vietnamese restaurant that is popular with locals too. Be sure to try the traditional Pho Bo soup, Vietnamese duck, banh bao buns (with chicken and mushrooms, shrimp, beef, and so on). The restaurant also serves Vietnamese drinks and exotic fruit shakes.
Still nearby are the 50/8 restaurant, the Brown Bear bar and the Gogol Inn pub. For souvenirs, you can go to the famous Chekhov market.