Hotels in downtown Petrozavodsk
In central Petrozavodsk, you can combine walks by Lake Onega with visits to theatres and exhibition halls. This selection includes hotels, studios and apartments for family trips.
A central base near the waterfront
Lime is a handy base for exploring central Petrozavodsk on foot: the waterfront is 500 metres away, the railway station is about a kilometre away, and rooms overlook the courtyard. If you plan to cook, choose a triple room with a kitchenette or an apartment with a kitchen area in the same building. Check-in is self-service.
Near the Station and City Centre
These three hotels are convenient for arriving in Petrozavodsk by train: Runa is 400 m from the railway station, while Guest House Turist is a two-minute walk from both the station and Lenin Avenue, where there are cafés and shops. Taivas suits those who prefer to cook for themselves, with a kitchen in every apartment; the station is a 10-minute walk away, and the Lake Onega embankment is a leisurely 20–25-minute stroll.
Central Apartments Near the Train Station
These apartments in central Petrozavodsk are convenient for arrivals by train: all are close to the railway station. The apartments at 37 Lenin Avenue and 47 Krasnaya Street each sleep six, making them an option for larger families. Novaya Zhizn offers step-free access to the apartment, while the building at 58 Gogol Street has no lift.
Central Apartments for Up to Four
These apartments in central Petrozavodsk sleep up to four guests, and each has a washing machine—handy for longer stays. Apartments on Anokhina Street 26 is a studio, while Cosy Two-Room Apartment in the Centre and CityLife Designer Apartment in the Centre have separate bedrooms and living rooms. The latter two, along with CityLife One-Room Apartment on Maksima Gorkogo 18, have a minimum age of 25 and require a refundable deposit.
City Stays with Your Own Kitchen
These apartments have equipped kitchens, handy if you prefer to cook during your trip to Petrozavodsk. Hygge Karelia Mocha Mousse suits families of up to six, with two bedrooms and the city centre within walking distance. Karyala Home at 27 Suvorova Street welcomes pets and has an enclosed balcony with armchairs for relaxing.
What to consider when choosing
For waterfront walks, consider Lime: the embankment is 500 metres away, and check-in is self-service; Severnaya is a 15-minute walk from both the embankment and the National Theatre. Two more useful landmarks for cultural outings are the exhibition hall at 26 Lenin Avenue and the Musical Theatre at 4 Kirov Square.
Severnaya offers family rooms, while the studio at 26 Anokhina Street sleeps up to four and has a washing machine. If you want two bedrooms and cooking facilities, consider Hygge Karelia Mocha Mousse: it accommodates a family of up to six, with the city centre within walking distance.
Severnaya has its own car park. Zarechnaya, in a quiet part of the historic centre by the Lososinka River, offers free parking with round-the-clock video surveillance.