As we all know, there has long been an opinion that you can completely relax and have a quality rest only outside of Russia, at various foreign resorts. Spa hotel “Aquamarine” in a small town Zelenogorsk in the Leningrad region is ready to immediately refute this statement and prove the opposite – you can immerse yourself in an atmosphere of peace and tranquility at one of the domestic resorts.
Location
Protected places located near the Gulf of Finland in the Leningrad region have long gained popularity among travelers due to their picturesqueness, untouched civilization, as well as mild climate. In the first half of the 20th century, all the nobility and intelligentsia of that time rested in Zelenogorsk, and now anyone can come here.
Guests of the apart-hotel can not only enjoy spa treatments around the clock, but also visit the famous sights of Zelenogorsk:
- churches (Orthodox and Lutheran);
- the coast of the Gulf of Finland;
- Park of Culture and Recreation;
- museum of vintage cars.
It is easiest to get to the spa hotel in Zelenogorsk by your own or rented car – the journey time from St. Petersburg will take no more than an hour. Also, travelers have access to city buses or minibuses, you can use taxi services (it is better to book in advance at a fixed price).
Olga, St. Petersburg: “The hotel is perfect for families with children: while parents relax in the SPA lounge, kids can play in a special children’s room. The staff were very friendly and kind, none of our requests were ignored. Nature is wonderful, in this place you rest both soul and body. We will definitely come again!”
Leisure
Despite the fact that the apart-hotel is most often chosen in order to plunge into complete relaxation and relax from the usual bustle, a vacation on the coast of the Gulf of Finland can be very interesting and exciting. The hotel staff provides equipment for various sports activities: archery, darts, tennis, badminton or skiing.
There are several scenic hiking trails around Aquamarine, and staff will be happy to tell you how to get there. In the evenings, the mini-hotel is also full of life: the panoramic restaurant on the top floor hosts art exhibitions and creative evenings, the bar offers live music, and the terrace hosts performances in the summer.
The hotel staff did not forget about the little guests: for children there is access to the playground (outdoors and inside the building), various toys and board games are provided, specially trained animators work. Parents can be absolutely calm – while they relax on spa treatments, their children will be busy with interesting games.
Ekaterina, Vologda: “We had a rest at the hotel in December, I really liked the excellent view from the room – to the snow-covered nature. On the top floor of the complex there is a beautiful panoramic bar, from there you can even see the Gulf of Finland itself – it was so cozy to sit upstairs with a glass of wine and look at the coniferous forests. The SPA center is outstanding, every detail is thought out.”
Hotel Rooms
Many tourists note the cleanliness and equipment of rooms of different categories, as well as coziness and comfortable atmosphere. The hotel offers guests to stay in the following apartments: standard, comfort, superior room and family two-room apartments, which can safely accommodate four people. For especially important guests, the Presidential Suite is available, characterized by luxury and comfort.
Stylish apartments (each room is made in a unique style and has a specific name) are equipped with everything necessary for a comfortable stay, on the floor in the rooms there is a soft carpet, which is cleaned every day. The apartments are also cleaned daily, as is the change of linen on the bed. Each of the rooms has heating properly, so the holiday in the cold season will not be spoiled.
Svetlana, Novosibirsk: “I really liked the room in the hotel – you can really relax in it comfortably: the apartments are spacious and clean, the mattresses on the beds are soft and comfortable. The heating works well, in winter none of us froze. We also want to note that Wi-Fi catches in every corner of the hotel – this is a rarity!”
Infrastructure: wellness services
The resort complex “Aquamarine” is known for its developed infrastructure and a variety of services to maintain the physical health of guests.
Guests of the hotel have access to the terrace, where in the warm season you can sunbathe and breathe fresh coniferous air. In the complex itself there is a large SPA lounge, where you can choose any package of services (exact information must be clarified with the hotel staff), as well as a fitness center where you can resort to the services of a personal trainer.
Travelers note the excellent baths and saunas located in the SPA-center: after visiting the steam room, a second wind seems to open.
Among the wellness services of the hotel is a relaxing massage of the whole body, with the help of which you can temporarily disconnect from everyday life and immerse yourself in an atmosphere of complete relaxation.
For guests of the complex there is also a beauty salon, which offers facial and body treatments, peels and wraps. To put yourself in order or prepare for an important event, you can visit a hairdressing salon.
Anastasia, Murmansk: “The spa complex in the hotel is beautiful: everywhere there is a peaceful atmosphere, there are no crowds of people, there is enough space for everyone. I liked the large selection in the menu of herbal teas – it’s nice to relax between massage sessions and sauna. The hotel has several types of baths: Russian steam room, Finnish sauna and Turkish hammam. I advise you to visit everything!”
Food
Despite the fact that the SPA hotel focuses on relaxation and care for the physical health of guests, many travelers note the excellent organization of food in the hotel. Three meals a day takes place in the restaurant on the territory of the mini-hotel (a buffet, an adult menu and a separate children’s menu are available).
The staff of the complex is ready to prepare special dietary dishes for guests, it is only necessary to voice the wishes of the staff. Breakfast can be delivered directly to your room, which is very convenient for guests who want to relax in the morning.
If guests have any event or round date planned, you can celebrate the holiday in the panoramic gastrobar on the top floor of the hotel, which offers a beautiful view of the waters of the Gulf of Finland and northern nature. This restaurant also hosts musical and creative evenings, master classes or tastings (the schedule must be checked with the hotel staff).
For those who want to drink a glass of good red wine or order aromatic coffee, the aparthotel has a bar, where you can also order snacks or snacks. In the evenings, there is live music and a calm atmosphere. In summer, the bar moves to the outdoor terrace, which is decorated with original tents made of light canvas.
Elena, Yekaterinburg: “We come to Aquamarine for the fifth time – we like everything. The rooms are spacious and thoughtful: everything you need is at hand, very stylish design and convenient arrangement of furniture. The SPA center has a huge selection of procedures, the hotel itself has entertainment for children, so they definitely will not be bored here. The breakfasts are amazing – hearty and varied.”
Quality of service
The apart-hotel boasts impeccable service, thanks to which the rest in the protected forest near the Gulf of Finland will be as comfortable and relaxed as possible. Staff at the reception area work around the clock, so guests can check into the room at any time of the day. If necessary, the hotel can request early check-in and late check-out – this service is available upon prior request.
Maids carefully clean all apartments every day, change bed linen, bath towels, and bring new toiletries. If you need to wash or iron clothes, the hotel staff will easily do so at your request.
For the eternally busy people, the aparthotel will not become a place cut off from civilization: you will be provided with photocopying services and fax access, on request you can rent a spacious conference room for a meeting.
The hotel has round-the-clock guarded parking (a place on it is provided to guests of the complex free of charge) – we advise you to rent a car in advance to explore the Gulf of Finland and the sights of Zelenogorsk.
Anna, Moscow: “Aquamarine has absolutely everything a person needs for a full relaxed holiday. The restaurant has a rich selection of herbal teas (you can even make your own tea recipe), feed tasty and satisfactory. In the evening, you can dine in the panoramic bar on the top floor. You can always find a place in the parking lot, so there will be no problems with this. “
A small apart-hotel “Aquamarine”,which focuses on the restoration of physical health and mental balance, is located right in the middle of the picturesque forests in close proximity to the Gulf of Finland – so in this hotel you can relax from the bustle of the city, breathe fresh coniferous air and visit various SPA procedures.
After a vacation in Zelenogorsk, you will definitely feel rested and full of energy for the next labor feats.
