Yekaterinburg is the largest administrative center of the Urals, a city with almost 300 years of history. Its “air gate” – Koltsovo Airport – is located 16 km from the city center. Over the past 10 years, it has occupied the fifth position in the country in terms of passenger turnover (6.5 million people per year). Hotels located near the airport, fully meet the needs of travelers in rest and a good sleep. In your free time, you can take a bus (flights every 10-20 minutes) to the city center and walk around the sights.
- 1 What to see?
- 2 Where to stay?
- 3 Angelo by Vienna House Екатеринбург
- 4 Liner Airport-Hotel Ekaterinburg
- 5 Ramada By Wyndham Yekaterinburg Hotel & Spa
- 6 Отель Пале Рояль
- 7 Hotel Glissando
- 8 Atlantic by USTA Hotels
- 9 U Aeroprorta mini-hotel
- 10 Abazhur Apart Airport Koltsovo
- 11 Comfortable studio, 10 minutes walk from the airport
- 12 POWER NAP Koltsovo
What to see?
The initiative group for the popularization of attractions has developed two walking routes in the center of Yekaterinburg. They are marked by two lines right on the sidewalk. The red line is a walk through the historical places of the city. Hundreds of citizens took part in the creation of the project, recommending which objects should be included in the route. The start of the walk begins with the square of 1905.
The Blue Line is a walk through memorable places associated with the history of the Romanov royal family. In total, the route includes 11 objects. These are cathedrals and temples, as well as several places intersecting with the red line (Opera and Ballet Theater, Museum of Fine Art and others). The route starts from the Temple-on-the-Blood. The city has a huge number of entertainment venues, theaters, concert halls, museums, exhibition halls.
Where to stay?
In order not to miss your flight, it is best to consider hotels near the airport for accommodation. A small review will help determine the best of them.
Angelo by Vienna House Екатеринбург
Travelers have repeatedly noted that for transit passengers the most optimal option is a hotellocated on the territory of the airport. This category includes the 4-star Angelo by Vienna House. In order to get to the reception, it is not necessary to go outside. The buildings are connected by a covered passage. To accommodate guests prepared 211 rooms of different comfort levels. Breakfast is included in the room rate and starts at 3 a.m. The international network Vienna House, of which Angelo is a part, specializes in the hotel business for many years. The owners know exactly what conditions for recreation to create in the conditions of the airport. Those who wish can go to Yekaterinburg or visit the Expo Center. Buses run regularly, runs an express train.
“That hotel has everything thought out to the smallest detail. Breakfast can be served in the room, allowed to check in with animals. There is a fitness room and a bar with a good selection of alcoholic beverages” Irina, Russia
Liner Airport-Hotel Ekaterinburg
This hotel is also located on the territory of the airport a few meters from the terminal. It offers travelers double and family rooms,apartments. Breakfast is included in the price. In the case of an early departure, a lunch box is formed. Guests are fed dinner. With many hours of transit, you can go to Yekaterinburg, go shopping, see the sights or visit a cultural event. Aeroexpress trains run to the Pervomayskaya railway station (this is the city center) only 2 times a day. It is better to get there by bus. It goes to the railway station and passes through the central streets of Yekaterinburg. The interval of movement is 10-20 minutes. On Malysheva Street, you can go out near the Vysotsky skyscraper and start exploring the Ural capital on the observation deck from a height of 186 meters.
“Nice hotel, clean room, nice staff. Cafe “Catherine” is open around the clock, so do not think about food. A little expensive for the price, but convenient. You don’t need to go anywhere, you don’t have to spend time sleeping” Victor, Russia
Ramada By Wyndham Yekaterinburg Hotel & Spa
Those who want to spend their free time in nature are given the opportunity to settle in a network hotel brand Ramada. It is located 10 km from the airport along the Koltsovsky tract. The complex offers: comfortable rooms,private cottages, spa center with 2 swimming pools, sauna and steam bath. It features a hairdresser, fitness area and hot tub. Spa services and breakfast under the Swedish system are included in the payment of accommodation. Le Vicomte’s dining room overlooks the picturesque lake. In summer, tables are taken to the shore of the reservoir. Boogie’s Lobby Bar is open in the afternoon. Participants of the exhibition “Ekaterinburg-EXPO” like to stay in this place. It is a 5-minute drive away.
“I did not think that the flight delay would turn into a full rest. The hotel was recommended by our friends and we, having booked the usual double standard, went to a fairy tale. We settled quickly, in the evening after a walk we came to the restaurant. A “live” concert was organized in the hall with the participation of the violinist and other musicians. In the morning we were served a truly royal breakfast. Next time, going on a trip, I will specially stay in Koltsovo longer. I really want to visit the spa. This time we did not have time” Valeria, Russia
Отель Пале Рояль
Yekaterinburg and Koltsovo Airport are connected by the Siberian Highway. Buses run along it from the railway station to the “heavenly gate” of the capital of the Urals. On the very outskirts of the city is built design hotel Palais Royal. Designers of different styles and directions worked on its interiors. Therefore, the rooms are not similar to each other, and the complex itself is made in different architectural solutions. The main building consists of rooms – suites, junior suites, double rooms with an extra bed. For lovers of rural recreation built wooden cottages. The restaurant serves a shared breakfast and à la carte European cuisine and is decorated with exposed brickwork. It offers a sauna with swimming pool.
“Spacious room, friendly staff, great breakfast. In order to spend the night, they did not bother to travel by bus. A taxi was called. We got there quickly (there are no traffic jams in this part). We also drove back in about 20 minutes. If you chose a hotel in the center, it would be more difficult to calculate the time before the start of check-in for the flight” Vadim, Russia
Hotel Glissando
The hotel at the country club is an ideal place for relaxation, sleep and entertainment of interests. It is located on the shore of nizhne-Isetsky pond, 8 km from Koltsovo Airport. Double rooms, junior suites and suites are available for guests’ accommodation. Meals can be arranged at the Glissando Restaurant. For young travelers, a children’s menu has been developed. Rooms are designed for family holidays. Each of them has a lounge area, beds with orthopedic mattresses. There is a shared children’s playground. A continental breakfast is served in the morning.
“It’s very quiet. The hotel is surrounded by a forest on the shore of a pond. The room is clean, spacious. The staff is friendly. I recommend it to those who do not seek a noisy holiday” Oksana, Russia
Atlantic by USTA Hotels
This hotel,on the contrary, is suitable for those who strive to be in the center of events and entertainment. Comfort level – 3 stars. But this is not what attracts tourists. The hotel building is part of a huge entertainment complex, which includes europe’s largest water park “Limpopo”. A 5-minute walk is the shopping center “Globus”. This is a huge entertainment center with cinemas, a gym, a café, children’s playrooms. To accommodate guests, there are 127 rooms to choose from – from standards to suites. Of these, 11 are family. The airport is 16 km away. You can get there by public transport or taxi. The approximate travel time is 20 minutes.
“Great option to get some sleep and actively relax. A water park is something! Slides, swimming pools, jacuzzi, sauna! By the way, the hotel restaurant is well fed. You can come not only for breakfast, but also for dinner” Marina, Russia
U Aeroprorta mini-hotel
The mini-hotel is located in the village of Koltsovo, one and a half kilometers from the airport. The hotel can be reached on foot from the terminal in about 20 minutes or by public transport. This is a budget accommodation option. The number of rooms includes family, single, double, triple rooms,studios and apartments. Guests have access to a shared kitchen. A continental breakfast is served in the morning. An airport shuttle service can be arranged.
“Good place to spend the night, inexpensive, clean. There is a small kitchen where you can warm up or cook food, brew tea / coffee. The area is quiet, the staff is friendly. I recommend paying attention” Igor, Russia
Some hotels in Yekaterinburg located near or on the way to the airport take into account the option of accommodation with pets. In the village of Koltsovo such services are not provided. This point must be taken into account by travelers with pets.
Abazhur Apart Airport Koltsovo
A little further (2 km from the airport), but also in the village of Koltsovo, there are cozy apartments with one bedroom. Rooms are rented daily. Prices are reasonable, the owners regularly hold promotions with discounts. The interior is decorated in a modern style, the room is equipped with a full kitchen. 100 meters from the house there is a café “Argo”, where you can have inexpensive lunch and dinner.
“Quite a sufficient level of comfort for business travelers. The apartment has a washing machine, iron, ironing board. In the kitchen, you can prepare lunch and even bake pies. Pleasant interior design, quiet area» Inna, Russia
Comfortable studio, 10 minutes walk from the airport
One-room studio apartment is located in the new residential complex of the village of Koltsovo. The owner’s name is Dmitry. He equipped the apartments with the necessary household appliances, created conditions for a comfortable stay of guests in anticipation of his flight. It welcomes guests at any time of the day. A bus stop is a 2-minute walk away. From here you can go to Yekaterinburg or to the airport.
“The apartment became a lifesaver for me during an extremely unsuccessful transit flight. I thank Dmitry for the opportunity to sleep normally, to put himself in order. A good option for those who do not want to spend tedious hours waiting at the airport. 10 minutes walk and you feel at home” Vasily, Russia
POWER NAP Koltsovo
One of the most convenient options for sleeping – capsule hotel – is located at Koltsovo airport, on the 2nd floor of Terminal B, in the general waiting area to passport control. The hourly cost is set at 250 rubles per hour (prices are valid for November 2020) Children under 10 years old are accepted free of charge. They sleep in the same capsule with their parents. POWER NAP is a world-famous network of hostels opened on the territory of air terminals. A wardrobe, Wi-Fi and a TV are provided. Shared luggage storage is available.
“Finding this hotel in the airport building is very easy. There are signs everywhere and prices for accommodation are indicated at the reception. You can accurately calculate the time for sleep, so that you have enough strength for a walk around Yekaterinburg and a further flight. Upon check-in, the administrator issues a blanket, headphones and other accessories. The design of the capsule is made in such a way that you do not suffer from a confined space» Anastasia, Russia
Each person has his own attitude to rest and sleep. HOSTEL POWER NAP is perfect for young people who are accustomed to unpretentious conditions of overnight accommodation in travel. People of the older generation and couples with children are better off staying at Angelo by Vienna House or its branch “Liner Airport-Hotel”. They have good conditions for rest, breakfast is included, they are accepted with animals. You can choose other hotels or hostels located in Yekaterinburg itself. At the same time, visitors need to remember that the city center is almost constantly, except in the early morning, is in traffic jams, and you can get to the airport only by bus or taxi. The train does not count, as it runs only 2 times a day, at 08.28 and 20.30.
