This was my first trip to Russia, and to be honest my hotel expectations were set quite low. Keeping that in mind, the Intourist was exactly what I was expecting. I rated it a 4 not because I think it is a Very Good hotel, but because it is Very Good for an old hotel in a remote part of... More

This hotel has a good location and is very clean but that is where the good points end! Breakfast was terrible and staff weren't very helpful. Soviet style and needs serious updating but as I say very clean so can't complain too much! Breakfast would be my biggest gripe! More

Still has some of it's "Soviet" character - especially in the lobby, but the room (an older, cheaper, unrenovated room) was just fine- no a/c, but it wasn't necessary when I was there. All rooms have balconies, and the newer ones may have more amenities. Free wi-fi in the lobby, and maybe in some of the newer rooms. I paid... More

I should firstly question the previous report. The room rate for a 10th storey, one-bedroomed suite was 4500RUR per night, this is approx. $160. But, the room with large en-suite/jacuzzi/bidet and very large lounge area was excellent. There were 2 balconies. Lifts are small but good quality. Service - perfect. Central to the town and the spa areas. Rooms very... More

Rooms small and very basic bathroom facilities. Only single beds and quite hard. They have refurbished the foyer which is a lot better now and they also take credit cards now. Service is only average but best place to stay in the region. More

It is possible to book rooms at this hotel on their internet website, paying by VISA. It was about $45US / night for a top floor, 2-bedroom suite for 4. Great views over the CBD of Pyatigorsk, down to Mount Elbrus, 100km? away & 5600metres high. Adoption friendly, there are small 6-table cafes on two of the upper floors, plus... More