Empire Hotel in Irkutsk
✅ Central location with easy access to historical sites and the river ✅ Staff are generally helpful and friendly according to multiple guests ✅ Rooms and bathrooms are described as clean and comfortable ✅ Breakfast is praised for being good, with thanks to the chefs ✅ Quiet and calm atmosphere appreciated by several reviewers ❌ Some guests report noisy rooms with poor sound insulation, including noise from nearby bakery and construction ❌ Incidents of unprofessional staff behavior noted regarding guest complaints about storing local specialty fish ❌ Parking convenience rated lower at 6/10 and described as limited ❌ Wi-Fi quality rated 8/10, indicating some connectivity limitations ❌ Heating issues reported with some rooms being hot and stuffy, and no hot water reported in one review
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Description
Empire Hotel is a three-star property built in 2007 and renovated in 2016, featuring 49 rooms across several categories including Classic, Comfort, Superior, Business, and Suites. It offers amenities such as free Wi-Fi, air conditioning in summer, room safes, daily housekeeping, and luggage storage. The hotel includes a conference hall seating 45 people and provides services like laundry, grocery deliveries, and express check-in/out. Dining options on-site include a café, with the restaurant Clermont located just 100 meters away. Children can be accommodated with high chairs available in the dining area. Note that pets are not allowed. Parking is available but with a rating of 6/10, it may be less convenient. The hotel has a high rating of 9.4/10, praised for cleanliness and location, while breakfast and Wi-Fi received slightly lower marks.
Location
Empire Hotel sits in the historical center of Irkutsk, at Polskikh Povstantsev 1, just 5 minutes on foot from Kirov Square. Nearby landmarks include the 16th-century Spasskaya Church, the 17th-century Epiphany Cathedral, and the 18th-century Roman Catholic Church. The Eternal Flame memorial honoring Irkutsk residents fallen in WWII is also close by. Only 50 meters away is the Lower Embankment along the Angara River, known for its clear, unfrozen water in winter. The Irkutsk airport (IKT) lies approximately 7 km from the hotel. Several cafes and restaurants are within walking distance, including the Clermont restaurant at 46 meters and cafes Lime and Antares within 300 meters.
Tips
- If you prefer a quiet stay, ask for a room away from the bakery and street to avoid noise.
- Confirm breakfast options in advance as some guests found the choices modest.
- Parking is free but space may be limited, so arriving early is recommended.
Policies and conditions
- Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
- Pets are not allowed.
- WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
- Children of any age are allowed.
Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available extra bed.
Children from 4 years old to 10 years old stay for RUB 1,000 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
People 11 years old and over stay for RUB 2,000 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay. - Check in time: 14:00. Check out time: 12:00.
Services and facilities
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour reception
- Elevator/lift
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Security guard
- Newspapers
- Ticket assistance
- Gift shop
- Express check-in
- Early check-in
- Late check-out
- Fire Extinguisher
- Bridal suite
- Non-smoking rooms
- Cable TV
- TV
- Bathrobe
- Safe (in room)
- Ironing
- Laundry
- Shoe shine
- Luggage storage
- Iron
- Bar
- Coffee/tea for guests
- Breakfast
- Full board rates available
- Half board rates available
- Restaurant
- Free Wi-Fi
- Internet access
- Shuttle
- Russian
- English
- Hiking
- Free parking
- Photocopy machines
- Event facilities
- Conference Hall
- Pets Not Allowed
The nearest beach is located on the distance of 7260 m. It takes 109 minutes To the beach!
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Reviews
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The city and the distance is a bit off the
Opposite the river and close to the advantage.
Update: My colleague said he got shouted at as well. The towel rack is his room was above the toilet, and one of his towels must have slipped into it in his absence, so he was later ambushed by a maid. So much for the other staff's friendliness.
Oh wait: another update. Another colleague says he'd left his fish in the fridge at the reception, but upon his return home found only 3 of the 6 fish in the package. Keeps getting better.
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Frequently asked questions about Empire Hotel
What types of rooms does Empire Hotel offer?
Empire Hotel offers Classic M Single Attic room, Comfort Single room, Superior Business Double room, Business M Double Attic room, Classic Single room, Superior Grand Double room, Double Junior Suite, and Double Suite.
Is parking available at Empire Hotel and how convenient is it?
Yes, free parking is available at the hotel, but guest ratings suggest the parking convenience is moderate, rated 6 out of 10.
Are pets allowed at Empire Hotel?
No, pets are not allowed at Empire Hotel.
What dining options are available at or near the hotel?
The hotel has a café on site and the Clermont restaurant is located 46 meters away. Additional nearby cafes include Lime (132 m) and Antares (273 m).
How close is Empire Hotel to major historical landmarks in Irkutsk?
The hotel is located within a few minutes’ walk to several historical landmarks such as Spasskaya Church (16th century), Epiphany Cathedral (17th century), Roman Catholic Church (18th century), and the Eternal Flame memorial.
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Hotel prices for: July - August 2026 calendar
The average hotel price this month is 67 USD The best time to book is July 25, with rates starting from 63 USD
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