Hotel Astoria, Saint Petersburg, stands at Bolshaya Morskaya Street 39 on St Isaac’s Square, a short walk from the cathedral and the Admiralty. The building dates from 1912 and was designed by Fyodor Lidval; it has 213 rooms, of which 39 are suites.
For years it was run as the Rocco Forte Astoria, and some websites still use that name. This page covers where the hotel is, how to get there and what to know before booking.
Quick Facts
| Russian name | Гостиница «Астория» |
|---|---|
| Address | Bolshaya Morskaya Street 39, Saint Petersburg (Большая Морская улица, 39, Санкт-Петербург) |
| District | Admiralteysky |
| Metro | Admiralteyskaya (Line 5, About 6 minutes on foot) |
| Best time to visit | The hotel is open all year. The white-nights period from late May to early July is the busiest and most expensive, and winter is quieter. Book early for summer. |
| Last updated | October 17, 2026 |
Why Visit Hotel Astoria, Saint Petersburg?
- Location: St Isaac’s Cathedral and Square, the Admiralty and Palace Square are all within a short walk.
- Architecture: the six-storey building is a 1912 work of Fyodor Lidval, a leading architect of the Silver Age, and sits within the ensemble of the square.
- Facilities: a spa, a gym, a restaurant and a rotunda lounge known for afternoon tea.
- Size: at 213 rooms it is large enough for events, and it has a ballroom.
Highlights of Hotel Astoria, Saint Petersburg
The 1912 building on St Isaac's Square
The hotel was built in 1912 to a design by Fyodor Lidval, who fitted a six-storey block into the ensemble of St Isaac's Square so that it looks as if it has always been there. It is a heritage-listed building with Art Nouveau and neoclassical elements, and many rooms face the cathedral.
Look at the facade from the square before you go in; the best view of the whole building is from the cathedral side.
Tip: Ask for a room facing the square when you book; views depend on the floor and category.
Rotunda lounge and afternoon tea
The Rotunda lounge is the hotel's best-known public room, and it serves afternoon tea. It is the easiest way to see the interior if you are not staying, though access and hours are set by the hotel.
The Astoria Restaurant on the ground floor serves Russian cuisine.
Tip: Reserve a table for afternoon tea in advance in high season.
Spa and fitness
The hotel describes itself as a spa hotel, with a spa and a gym on site. Some listings say that guests of the hotel also used the swimming pool of the neighbouring Angleterre; check whether this still applies.
Book treatments ahead if you plan to use the spa on a short stay.
Tip: Ask at check-in whether the pool of the neighbouring hotel is open to you.
Next door: the Angleterre
The Angleterre Hotel stands next to the Astoria on the same square and has long been run alongside it. The two buildings were opened in the same period, which is why visitors often confuse them or treat them as one hotel.
They have separate names and listings, so check which one you have booked.
Tip: When asking for directions or a taxi, give the full address, Bolshaya Morskaya 39, since both hotels are in the same block.
History of Hotel Astoria, Saint Petersburg
The Astoria building was completed in 1912 and designed by Fyodor Lidval, one of the architects of the Silver Age who shaped St Isaac’s Square. It was built as a grand hotel next to the Angleterre, which opened in the same period.
Over the following century the hotel stayed at the centre of the city’s social life and was part of the Rocco Forte hotel collection for many years. Listings now give the former name ‘Rocco Forte Astoria’ and use the plain name Astoria.
Booking and Check-In at Hotel Astoria, Saint Petersburg
Book through the hotel’s own channels or an established booking platform, and compare the cancellation terms before you pay (as of October 2026). Check-in and check-out times, breakfast and deposit rules vary by rate, so read them on the booking page.
- Registration of foreign guests: the hotel registers guests under Russian rules, which are set by the authorities and may depend on your nationality; check with the hotel and official government sources before you travel.
- Payment: the sanctions rules of your own country may restrict some Russian payment services, so check this yourself.
- Name: the hotel was run as the Rocco Forte Astoria, so make sure you book from the hotel’s own page and not that of the former operator.
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How to Get to Hotel Astoria, Saint Petersburg
The hotel is at Bolshaya Morskaya Street 39 in the Admiralteysky District, at the corner of St Isaac’s Square.
- Metro: Admiralteyskaya station (Line 5) is about 6 minutes on foot. Sadovaya, Sennaya Ploshchad and Spasskaya stations are about 12 minutes away. See How to Use the Metro, Saint Petersburg.
- From the airport: Pulkovo is roughly 14 km away; see How to Get from Pulkovo Airport to the City Centre, Saint Petersburg.
- Taxi: give the address as Bolshaya Morskaya 39; see How to Book a Taxi or Ride-Hailing Car, Saint Petersburg.
Food Nearby
The hotel has its own restaurant and lounge. Bolshaya Morskaya Street and the streets around St Isaac's Square have many cafes and restaurants within a few minutes' walk; see Best Restaurants, Saint Petersburg.
What to Bring
Comfortable shoes for the cobbles around the square, and a warm layer in autumn and spring, as the square is open to the wind.
Family Suitability
The location suits families, with the cathedral colonnade, the Alexander Garden and the Bronze Horseman close by. Ask the hotel about family rooms and extra beds when booking.
Russia Vibes Tips
- Walk to the Bronze Horseman and Palace Square in the morning, when the square and the embankment are quiet.
- Climb the colonnade of St Isaac's Cathedral at sunset for a view over the hotel's roofs and the city; see Saint Isaac's Cathedral, Saint Petersburg.
- If you arrive by metro, Admiralteyskaya station is the closest; it is a deep station, so allow time for the long escalator.
- In winter, ask for a room on an upper floor facing the square, where the cathedral is lit in the evening.
- Check whether you are booking the Astoria or the Angleterre; the two share a block and are often confused.
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FAQ: Hotel Astoria, Saint Petersburg
Is Hotel Astoria the same as the Rocco Forte Astoria?
Yes, it is the same hotel at Bolshaya Morskaya 39. It was run as the Rocco Forte Astoria, and a listing now gives that as the former name. Check that you book through the hotel's own page.
When was the hotel built?
The building dates from 1912 and was designed by Fyodor Lidval. See the history section.
How many rooms does it have?
A listing gives 213 rooms, of which 39 are suites. The number may change after refurbishment, so check with the hotel.
What is the nearest metro station?
Admiralteyskaya (Line 5), about 6 minutes on foot. See the getting-there section.
Is the Astoria next to the Angleterre?
Yes. The Angleterre Hotel stands next door on St Isaac's Square, and the two are often confused.
Can I visit just for afternoon tea?
The Rotunda lounge is known for afternoon tea. Reserve ahead and check the current hours with the hotel.
Is it far from the Hermitage?
It is within walking distance, roughly 15 to 20 minutes through the Alexander Garden and Palace Square. See How to Buy Hermitage Museum Tickets, Saint Petersburg.
Is breakfast included?
It depends on the rate you choose. Read the room description on the booking page before you pay.
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Last updated: October 17, 2026.
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