Each of the hotel's 188 bedrooms and five suites were designed by Olga Polizzi and decorated in a style that combines classic with contemporary, blending Russian and European furniture and accessories.

Soft colour schemes, generous beds, parquet flooring, linens from the Volga and spacious marble bathrooms provide a comfortable retreat after a full day of sightseeing or business meetings.

All bedrooms are air-conditioned and fitted with direct-dial telephones, satellite TV, minibar, safe, fax and modem points and broadband internet connection. Many have views over St Isaac's Cathedral.

The Club rooms and lounge are located on the fifth floor of the hotel. The lounge offers a separate bar, complimentary newspapers and internet access and a large surround-sound television screen. Bedrooms are slightly bigger in size with an additional seating area and writing desk with computer and modem sockets.