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Russia Hotels and Resorts - Churchill's 'riddle wrapped in a mystery inside an enigma' remains an apt description of Russia; most outsiders have only a hazy idea of its realities. A composite of the extravagant glories of old Russia and the drab legacies of the Soviet era, it's a country that both befuddles and beguiles.

This is a land of snow and deadly winters, but also of rivers that meander across meadows and a midsummer sun that never sets. Its people, in the words of a Russian proverb, 'love to suffer', yet they also love to party and can be disarmingly generous and hospitable.

The unfolding effects of a deregulated market economy are surrounded by rumours of rampant crime and prostitution, relentless drug-trafficking, mile-long queues for nonexistent food and a general end-of-the-world aura. But with countless cultural treasures having withstood the tribulations of history and economics, and an artistic legacy running the gamut from Karenina to Zhivago, Russia remains a must-see destination.

Deson Ladoga Hotel St. Petersburg Russian Federation Shaumyana Pr. 26 195213 St Petersburg Russia Hotel Rating: Reserve Inquire View Rates

Deson-Ladoga is a recently renovated comfortable hotel only one block away from Novocherkasskaya metro station. Although the facade of Deson-Ladoga is rather plain, on the inside it is the whole different story. Spacious comfortable rooms decorated in pastel colors feature large beds and modern well-equipped bathrooms. Hotel restaurant serves Russian and Chinese cuisine. Business center offers telecommunication facilities and meeting rooms, while other additional services ensure that your stay in St. Petersburg is most enjoyable. Highly recommended for those who like comfort and good service, but defy posh luxury.

ACCOMMODATION: Deson-Ladoga Hotel was fully renovated in 1995 and offers spacious comfortable rooms decorated in pleasant pastel colors. Rooms feature large beds, modern well-equipped bathrooms, multi-line telephones and color TVs. Mini safety boxes in rooms are available at extra charge. There is plenty of light in the rooms due to two large windows. HOTEL FACILITIES & SERVICES: The hotel amenities and services offer include 24-hour Reception Desk with courteous staff, Business Center offers fax and telephone communications, photocopying and meeting rooms, Room service is available, but only till 7 pm, Currency exchange is located in the lobby, Lively Night Club is opened till 5 am, Souvenir shop offers a good selection of traditional Russian arts and crafts, Hair Salon, Laundry and dry cleaning and Guarded car parking.