The capital of Crimea in recent years has clearly blossomed. What is the new terminal of Simferopol airport named after Aivazovsky! Its appearance visually resembles the ninth shaft, and the terminal itself was called “Crimean Wave”. This is the only international “air” gate of the republic. Before the opening of the Kerch Bridge, the main flow of passengers and tourists arrived on the territory of the Crimea through Simferopol. Hotels of the city are ready to accept tourists and transit passengers departing for the sea with all available amenities.
What to do in Simferopol?
The Crimean capital is interesting for its historical sights. The city was founded in 1784, and before that there was already a Tatar settlement. Today you can just walk along the streets of the city and look at the architecture. To do this, it is better to consider for a stop hotels located within the city. A great place for leisure will be parks: the central one. Gagarin and children’s with attractions. To be in Simferopol and not to visit the archaeological excavations in the reserve “Naples Scythian”, means not to come into contact with the history of the ancient Crimea.
It is also recommended to visit:
- Holy Trinity Monastery;
- country house of Count Vorontsov;
- Viking Film Park (if there is time);
- Marble cave.
In the city center there is a large number of entertainment clubs, cinemas, museums.
Where to stay?
In Simferopol, there are no hotels on the territory of the airport. You will have to choose from those that are in the city and on the way out of it.
Space Hotel
The new hotel is 3 km from the airport. It is marked by 3 comfort stars. During the day you can get here by bus number 49, at night – by taxi. To accommodate guests are provided rooms of class “Standard” and “Suite”. There is an on-site café where a continental breakfast is served in the morning (included in the accommodation fee). Additional services include: private transfer, room service, meeting room, conference room. Simferopol is 6 km away. The hotel will help with the organization of excursion tours to local attractions.
“Clean, cosy hotel with terrace. Nice café with leather sofas and armchairs. The interiors are decorated in discreet pastel colors. A good option for those who are looking for a hotel format “bed and breakfast” Inna, Russia
TES hotel
The 4-star hotel is 4.5 km from the airport. This is a modern complex, which provides the most popular hotel services. There are 28 comfortable rooms,including duplex suites, junior suites, rooms of the first category. In addition to the usual rates set for accommodation, the “Rate with breakfast” applies. Free services include parking and Wi-Fi. Paid services include a sauna with swimming pool, Turkish bath, breakfast and set lunch. The hotel’s Bavaria Restaurant specialises in European cuisine. Travel time to and from the airport by public transport is 10 minutes.
“Nice hotel in every way. There is a bar and a spa area, and the restaurant offers set breakfasts and lunches. There is an ATM in the lobby, so there were no problems with cash. It’s bad that the pool is paid. It’s good that there is a bus stop near the airport” Sergey, Russia
Fidan Hotel
The hotel is located in Simferopol at a distance of 10 km from the airport and 8 km from the city center. The district is called the village of Grushevoye. The rooms include a suite for newlyweds, junior suites, standards and family rooms. This hotel is chosen for three main reasons: there is a beautiful area with a garden, comfortable rooms, breakfast is served. There is also a restaurant on site. On the street there is a recreation area with a terrace and garden furniture. A private shuttle service can be arranged upon request.
“Nice roadside hotel, clean, bright, with good restaurant. The only drawback is brunch. If you go to it, then nothing is compensated: they do not give lunch boxes. Otherwise, everything is decent” Svetlana, Russia
Dayana Hotel
Four-star hotel is located in the center of Simferopol on the territory of the park. Gagarin. It is surrounded by an elegant hedge around the perimeter, behind which guests are waiting for comfortable rooms,delicious food walking through the botanical garden with fountains. For accommodation of guests are provided rooms of 7 levels of comfort. They offer: a beauty salon, a restaurant with a banquet hall, a summer terrace, a children’s playroom, car and bicycle rental. The airport is 12 km away. Private transfer is available (25 minutes on the way). You can come here with pets, which is very important for transit passengers with animals. The Chistye Prudy restaurant serves a continental breakfast in the morning and serves à la carte Mediterranean and European cuisine throughout the day.
“A pleasant hotel is quite suitable for a holiday between flights or an upcoming trip by car on the roads of the Crimea. There is a very peaceful atmosphere, tropical plants grow, well-groomed garden alleys are laid between them. The restaurant offers quite decent food. Rooms are spacious and clean” Olga, Russia
Hotel Pier
The authentic hotel is more like a fishing village, comfortably located on the shore of the reservoir. In the number of rooms – the usual and improved standards, VIP. There is a large outdoor pool with a lounge area outside. There is a place to make a fire and fry kebabs. A children’s playground is available in the garden. There is a sauna and a Turkish bath. Restaurant “Fisherman’s Village” serves an à la carte menu, including during breakfast. Additional services (paid separately) – fishing, evening entertainment, night DJ, children’s club. For lovers of hot sun equipped beach, for tourists developed hiking trails.
“Nice room, lots of greenery around, landscaped area. Prices in the restaurant are horse, the staff is poorly trained. You can only get to the city by taxi. Walking is also not far, only some kilometer, but you will have to go along the highway. Inconvenient location, 20 minutes drive to the airport» Igor, Russia
Boutique Hotel Green Theatre
The original and cozy hotel is located in the heart of Simferopol in the park. For accommodation, the guest is provided with 2 business class rooms, 3 comfortable business + rooms, a two-room suite, a two-room junior suite, stylish studios, spacious executive (loft). A group of designers worked on their interiors, who tried to make the rooms exclusive. It offers a spa with swimming pool. Saunas and wellness treatments are included in the room rate. Massage services are additionally paid. The bright dining room of the restaurant in the morning is filled with guests who come for breakfast. The form of submission is continental. An à la carte menu is available throughout the day. The bar offers an excellent wine list of Crimean wines. A fitness room is available in the building. An airport shuttle service can be arranged on request, and the journey takes 15 to 20 minutes.
“Cute hotel, probably the best among all Simferopol. The hotel room and restaurant are more like southern bungalows. The interior has a lot of bright colors, hints of tropical fauna and flora. Went to the sauna, took a dip in the pool, drank on the terrace and was completely satisfied with my stay in the Green Theater” Larisa, Russia
Ukraine Hotel
This 3-star hotel with classic hospitality services is located in the centre of Simferopol. The chic building today is the architectural heritage of the city. Guests are waiting for 138 comfortable rooms of different comfort levels. They provide everything that a traveler needs on the way. It offers a round-the-clock lobby bar, room service, a wellness center with sauna and hammam, a beauty salon, a ticket office, a dental office. An airport shuttle service can be arranged upon reservation. The restaurant “Ukraine” is responsible for meals. Breakfast is served here in the morning, complexes are available at lunch, and in the evening at dinner there is an opportunity to listen to “live” music. The airport is 13.2 km away.
“Hotel of the times of the Soviet Union, renovated, landscaped. The staff is friendly, the service is quite acceptable. Breakfast includes traditional food: omelets, cereals, eggs, butter, cheese, pastries, fruits. Everything, as in Soviet sanatoriums. Rooms are small, but with bathrooms” Vasily, Russia
Valencia Hotel
A small 3-star hotel,decorated in Mediterranean style, is located on one of the central streets of Simferopol – Odessa. In the number of rooms declared – the usual and improved standards, suites, apartments. You can book a transfer to the airport at any time. Breakfast starts at 8 a.m. and is included in the room rate. Near the hotel there are offices of the largest banks, supermarkets, entertainment venues. A few steps away is the Holy Trinity Monastery. Accommodation with pets is allowed by prior agreement. There is no charge for the service.
“The location of the hotel was perfect for me. It is enough to go through an underground passage to find yourself on a pedestrian street with many shops. Public transport runs past the hotel in any direction, it is convenient to drive a taxi. A good breakfast is served in the morning. Quiet at night” Natalia, Russia
Kechkemet Hotel
3 km from the city center and 13 km from the airport is a modern roadside hotel. In the number of rooms: single and double standards, deluxe, regular and two-room suite. A total of 16 rooms. The low cost of living and proximity to the highway makes it a popular stopover for transit travelers. Meals are available at an additional cost. This makes it possible to choose a place for breakfast for hotel guests. Nearby there are cafes “Dacha” and the restaurant “Ark”.
“The building was built in 2018, there is no walking area, there is no restaurant. Food can be ordered through delivery services, for example, Yandex. For business trips it is quite suitable, but I would not advise to come with children» Nadezhda, Russia
Hotel Simple Things
The hotel is located in the heart of the city. The building has a restaurant with an affordable menu. An excellent breakfast is served in the morning. European cuisine is served for lunch and dinner. Fruit vases are placed on all floors year-round and free soft drinks are served in the rooms. The number of rooms includes: single and double standards, junior suites. Pets are allowed. The distance between the hotel and the airport is 12 km, but you will have to take a taxi for 40 minutes.
“The price tag is clearly inflated, but this is due to the location in the city center. The room is clean, cozy, quiet, but no air conditioning. Very atmospheric tavern. Delicious cooking, politely served” Valentin, Russia
Hotels in Simferopol do not yet quite meet the stated standards. If you recommend something really worthy, then let it be valencia hotel. It most successfully thought out service for travelers. First, the location in the city center, and therefore close to memorable historical sights. Secondly, a transfer is provided at any time of the day. Thirdly, you can come with animals. Service can seem expensive. Then it’s worth considering hosting in Space. Close to the airport, the administrator will help with the organization of excursions, there is always public transport.
