Review of Art-Hotel, by Chloe Loyd

Tucked away in a typical St Petersburg courtyard, the Art Hotel is a small, comfortable hideaway just 15 minutes walk from the Hermitage and close to the Summer Garden, Mikhailovsky Castle and the Church of the Saviour of the Spilled Blood. It has no public rooms; just a hearty breakfast delivered to your room each morning. However, there are nice bars and restaurants nearby and for a tranquil spot to retreat from the tourist spots at reasonable rates, it's just the ticket.

The rooms

With just 14 classically styled rooms the Art Hotel has the feel of a private residence. Rooms are spacious and bathrooms equipped with fantastic power showers. For a little extra space go for one of the four Junior Suites or three Suites, one of which has a piano in it.