Hotel Zvezda

In the heart of Irkutsk, tucked in a quieter part of the city yet minutes from downtown. A short drive from Vladimir Sukachyov's Estate Museum, the Irkutsk Aircraft History Museum and Aistenok Puppet Theater. Irkutsk Airport (IKT) sits about 2.9 km away.

This Baroque, state-of-the-art hotel has 64 individually decorated rooms with Italian-made furniture and a mix of suites — presidential, junior, romantic and studios. Rooms feature Select Comfort beds with down comforters, refrigerators/minibars, flat-screen TVs, tea sets, hair dryers and private bathrooms with shower/tub combos (some with bidets). Interiors range from novel-classic to romantic, with thoughtful touches for business and family stays.

Soak in one of two indoor pools, unwind in a variety of saunas or book a massage in the spa rooms. Concierge services, babysitting (surcharge), 24-hour servicing, parking and laundry are on hand. Expect a calm, comfortable base away from noisy roads.

A 24-hour business center, express check-in/out and meeting space (about 2,153 sq ft / 200 m²) make events easy. Wired and Wi‑Fi internet are available, and roundtrip airport shuttle or train station pick-up can be arranged (surcharge).

Two on-site restaurants — including Ресторан Охотников — a coffee shop/café, bar/lounge and poolside bar keep you fed and watered. Buffet breakfasts are served daily and 24-hour room service is available, with menus that showcase local flavors.