Thoroughly enjoyed this hotel, the rooms are a bit small but that is the only criticism. The restaurant is excellent and the service from all departments was top class. We had a bit of difficulty trying to make the Wi-Fi work on my Blackberry and the receptionist wasn't the most techno savvy. In the end we gave up and they... More

The location of the hotel is good, there are a lot of cafes and even a 24-hours supermarket near it. The metro station is close to the hotel too. The room was big and comfortable. But the main thing that I didn't like in this hotel is that the prices don't prove the quality of service. There were some facts... More

We stayed here on the recommendation of our tour operator and were delighted with it in nearly every respect. Our only slight issue was we found it a bit far from the main tourist attractions as the start of the City Centre is some ten minutes walk away and the Hermitage is a good half hour away on foot. Having... More

Helvetia is a charming little hotel. We loved out stay there, and we loved St. Petersburg. Unlike Moscow, it is a city with a soul. At check in, we were welcomed very warmly. The net morning when we ran into the receptionist who had check us in, we were asked if we were enjoying our stay. This was sweet. The... More

Helvetia breath swiss quality ... in a normal way .. for you who wants no luxury,just a decent and trustfully stay Helvetia is perfect .. next week i stay there for two days (-20) and i longing for this ..my favourite in russia More

We stayed at the Helvetia Hotel on the recommendation of a cousin who is from St. Petersburg. The hotel was in a good location for us, close to the Nevsky Prospekt, easy to catch buses and close to shopping. The staff were very helpful, the two restaurants on the premises were convenient after a day of sightseeing and the food... More

I can recommend the Helvetia Hotel. We were immediately given a room with a kitchen and dining area, which was great. Staff were friendly and helpful and the two restaurants linked to the hotel are both great after a busy day. The receptionists provided us with a good guide to take us to the Hermitage for a very reasonable price.... More

My husband and I stayed 5 nights at the Helvetia this November - a cold time of year in St. Petersburg, and you do have to cross an open courtyard between the rooms, the reception building and the restaurant - however the journey was well worth it. Very comfortable rooms, even with a "pillow bar" allowing you to choose the... More

I would like to strongly recommend Helvetia hotel in all respects. Here are the reasons why I recommend this hotel: Cosy and stylish hotel rooms, wonderful courtyard to be able to enjoy fresh breakfast with coffees or teas of Marius, very very friendly staff with smiles and fantastic location of the hotel in the center of the city. All the... More