Hotel Vozdvyzhensky bills itself as a 4-star boutique hotel and while it could be classed as such in some aspects (stylish lobby and restaurant), in others (room size and decorations) it offers no more than would be expected from a solid 3-star hotel. The staff are pleasant enough for Ukraine and most of them speak at least some English. It... more

This was a basic hotel in a quiet area, but definitely not the boutique that it looked on the Web site or in reviews I'd read elsewhere. I, too, would skip the breakfast. Instead, there was a great street with a large grocery and quaint coffee shops (located right by the hotel impressa). I also had a problem because I... more

So called boutique hotel recommended in well known travel guide. Very unimpressive. Reception and communal areas reasonable quality. Shabby standard room. No comparison with UK boutique style hotels. Relatively expensive rates. Buffet style breakfast on outdoor terrace very poor quality although greatly enjoyed by local flies. Disinterested, uninformed restaurant staff. Good views from restaurant terrace. Very helpful front of house... more