 The Grand Hotel Europe has traditionally played host to celebrities from all over the world and from all walks of life. Pyotr Tchaikovsky spent his honeymoon here, and for Ivan Turgenev there was no better place in the whole of St. Petersburg. Grigori Rasputin dined here, as did George Bernard Shaw with Maxim Gorky.
Dmitri Shostakovich played a sonata for Sergei Prokofiev in the latter's suite, and Elton John performed in L'Europe Restaurant. Former US President Bill Clinton took a rest for four hours in the Lidval Suite. Actress Jane Fonda cooked her own food at the hotel, while Queen Elizabeth II praised the hotel's kitchenr.
Accommodations
The Grand Hotel Europe offers its guests gracious elegance and luxurious comfort, something that St. Petersburg had not seen since the era of the Tsars. The Hotel has three hundred and one rooms and suites of truly exceptional quality, replete with handsome period furnishings, tasteful décor and a generous sense of space and comfort.
Guests may choose from among several different classes of rooms and suites including eighty-eight Classic Standard rooms, ninety-one Classic Superior Rooms, eighteen Classic Deluxe Rooms, thirteen Classic Historic Rooms, thirteen Belle Chambres, eight Historic Belle Chambres, seventeen Terrace Rooms, twenty-two Duplex, fifteen Classic Suites, nine Historic Classic Suites, two Executive Suites and two Historic Executive Suites, as well as three Presidential Suites.
Our entire second and third floor are non-smoking areas.
All rooms are equipped with:
- Minibar
- Personal safe
- Satellite TV and radio
- International phone with modem connections
- Writing desk
- Armchairs
- Hairdryer
- Wireless Internet Access on request
The voltage is 220V in the rooms and 110V - in the bathrooms.
Classic Rooms
 The hotel’s eighty-eight Classic Standard Rooms vary in size from 16 to 25 square meters and face the inner courtyard.
Our ninety-one Classic Superior Rooms enjoy a larger size, from 25 to 29 square meters, and great views of the renowned Nevsky Prospekt, Mikhailovskaya street and the Philharmonic Hall.
Our eighteen Classic Deluxe Rooms have nice outside view facing the Arts Square and the Russian Museum, and size varies from 25 to 29 square meters.
All Classic rooms have an entrance hall and bedroom with seating area, and have twin, double, or king-size beds, with Swedish duvets and coverlets in clean pastel hues.
Terrace Rooms
High atop the hotel, on the fifth floor overlooking St. Petersburg’s enchanting skyline, are our 17 Terrace Rooms. Terrace Rooms are all double rooms, similar in layout, style and size (20 square meters) to our Classic Rooms, with the exception that they are graced with beautiful terraces.
Those facing Arts Square enjoy striking views of the Church of the Spilt Blood, one of St. Petersburg’s most beautiful landmarks. These rooms are especially popular with our guests during summer, when outdoor furniture is placed on the terraces. Duplex Rooms
 The 22 split-level, modern-style Duplex Rooms are ideal for longer stays and working visits. The bedroom is located upstairs with the lounge and working area below.
Duplex Rooms are furnished in soft shades of rust or blue and decorated with modern Russian paintings. Each room measures 55 square meters and has a sofa, chairs and writing desk. 19 are equipped with double beds and 3 with Grand Lits.
Belle Chambres
The hotel’s twenty-one Belle Chambres retain the generous space and classical style of the nineteenth century. While these rooms vary in size and layout, they are on average about twice the size of the Classic Rooms.
The rooms have parquet floors, spacious seating areas with armchairs and a sofa and large windows facing onto historic Nevsky Prospect - all of which contribute to their extraordinarily light and airy ambience. The Belle Chambres are furnished with antique and period reproduction pieces. The rooms range in size from 31 to 45 square meters. Eleven of the rooms are equipped with twin beds and ten with Grand Lits. Classic Suites
 The twenty-four Classic Suites vary considerably in size and layout, but all share the historic features that were carefully restored during the hotel’s renovation.
Antique furniture is used throughout, with the colour and style of the décor reflecting the elegance and dignity of turn-of-the-century Tsarist Russia. All of the suites comprise of an entrance hall, lounge, bedroom, bathroom and an additional guest washroom. The suites range in size from 37 to 45 square meters, five are furnished with twin beds and the remaining nineteen are furnished with king size beds.
Executive Suites
The four Executive Suites are all furnished with a double bed and range in size from 50 to 60 square meters. Their spacious living rooms provide ample room for entertaining. Additional amenities include a stereo system and a DVD player.
Executive Suites have accommodated figures of international stature, including several heads of state as well as many notable artists, business leaders, entertainers and other celebrities. Each of the suites comprises an entrance hall, guest bathroom, an anteroom and a master bedroom with en suite bathroom. Presidential Suites
 The full grandeur of St. Petersburg at the turn of the century is preserved in the Presidential Suites, namely Lidval Suite, Rossi Suite and Piano Suite. Furnished in classical style with antique oil paintings, clocks and decorative ornaments, these suites are suitable for meetings, entertaining and simply relaxing.
Additional amenities include a stereo system and a DVD player.
For more romantic touch of your stay we have equipped several of our historic suites with pianos. Indulge in the sounds of live music welcoming you! It was at the Grand Hotel Europe that young Dmitry Shostokovich played his sonata to Prokofyev. Being amidst the arts and opposite the best in Europe Philharmonic hall, the Grand Hotel Europe used to be the place to stay for famous musicians
Restaurants & Entertainment
 Restaurants in the Grand Hotel Europe offer a full range of elegant dining experiences, from casual to formal.
Journey around the world, sampling a taste of the many different cuisines we offer in our 4 restaurants. The Caviar Bar specialises in Russian caviars and vodkas, Rossi's brings a touch of the Mediterranean with its Italian menu, Chopsticks brings the Far East much nearer and L'Europe promises elegant French and English dishes.
| L'Europe Restaurant |
French, European |
| Caviar Bar |
Russian |
| Rossi's |
Italian |
| Chopsticks |
Cantonese, Szechwan |
Our Lobby Bar and Mezzanine Cafe also offer unique settings to relax and treat yourself during the day and provide perfect meeting places for a drink and light lunch or snacks in the evening.
Request a Table
A special occasion, a casual lunch, a business meeting? Grand Hotel Europe provides some of the finest dining experiences of St Petersburg and the perfect setting for any occasion.
Meetings and Events
 For more than a century the Grand Hotel Europe has stood at the center of St. Petersburg’s social, cultural, civic, and business life. Situated in the heart of the city’s primary shopping and commercial district, the hotel has long served as a venue for meetings, conferences, banquets, wedding banquets and receptions.
Our wide range of beautiful public rooms, as well as our fully-equipped Business and Convention Center and our experienced planning and support staff make the Grand Hotel Europe an unparalleled base from which to do business in St. Petersburg. We can provide you with secretarial assistance, interpreters and translators, a private meeting room or a temporary office. International communications via postal and courier services, fax, e-mail and Internet connection are available through the hotel as well.
Our events facilities are ideal for important meetings and conferences, discreet negotiations, presentations, seminars, and training sessions. The hotel will be happy to assist you with all arrangements, including the provision of audio-visual aids and simultaneous translation equipment.
Various events rooms, each with its own special character, provide the perfect setting for social gatherings as well. Whether you are planning a small private dinner, an elaborate banquet and dance, or simply an intimate cocktail gathering, the Grand Hotel Europe will ensure that the occasion is a resounding success.
Health Club & Beauty Room
 The Planet Fitness Health Club at the Grand Hotel Europe is not only a great place to stay in shape while on the road, its soothing atmosphere makes it the perfect place to relax and unwind after a busy day and refresh yourself for the evening’s entertainment.
No expense has been spared to bring in the latest in health and fitness equipment. The Health Club is equipped with the finest in cardiovascular exercise machines, while a sauna and plunge pool help you unwind after your workout.
Just looking and feeling better are great reasons to visit the club. We also offer a full-service hair salon as well as tanning and massage rooms and a full range of spa beauty treatments for those finishing touches.
At the Planet Fitness Health Club we offer -
Spa Treatments
Massage, aroma massage
Body scrub
Body wrapping (spirulina, Hungarian spa mud)
Skin and body treatments
Facials (masks, massage)
Depilatory waxing
Barber/Beauty Salon
Haircut (with or without styling)
Coiffures
Hair colouring, tinting, streaking
Hair treatments and scalp care (Professional Wella and L’Oreal products)
Manicures
Pedicures
A wide variety of the finest health and beauty products are available for sale, so if you find something you like, you can take it home. And at the end of your workout or relaxation, what could be better than an assortment of complimentary fruits and beverages?
The Health Club entrance is located just behind the bar of the Mezzanine Café.
Opening Hours
Planet Fitness:
Weekdays 07:00 – 22:00
Weekends/holidays 09:00 – 21:00
Hair/Beauty Salon: 09:00 – 21:00 daily
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