GK Volga Hotel in Kostroma
✅ Many guests highlight the panoramic views of the Volga from rooms and the restaurant terrace. ✅ The hotel received high marks for cleanliness, comfortable beds, and well-maintained linens. ✅ The breakfast buffet is frequently mentioned as delicious and varied, with cottage cheese casserole recommended. ✅ Staff are described as friendly, attentive, and helpful by multiple reviewers. ✅ Facilities such as free parking, a sauna, and a fitness center add to guest convenience. ❌ Several reviews note that some rooms retain an outdated Soviet-era design, with peeling wallpaper and older furniture. ❌ A few guests reported issues with room heating being too strong in winter and absence of air conditioning in budget rooms. ❌ The hotel’s restaurant received mixed feedback, with some guests dissatisfied with food quality and menu changes after staff turnover. ❌ Noise and thin walls make corridor conversations audible in some rooms, reducing privacy. ❌ Some guests found the elevators limited and the bathroom amenities lacking or inconvenient (e.g., shampoo sachets hard to open).
Rooms and prices
Description
GK Volga Hotel is a four-star property built in 1977 and renovated in 2023, located on the left bank of the Volga River in Kostroma. It offers a range of rooms including standard singles and doubles, family junior suites, and business class suites, many featuring panoramic views of the Volga. The hotel features modern amenities such as Wi-Fi, free parking, a fitness center, sauna, and meeting facilities. Guests can enjoy European cuisine in the main restaurant, open from 7:00 to 24:00, or the summer café operating in the warmer months. Rooms are noted for their cleanliness and comfort, with some reviewers praising the large balconies overlooking the river. While some rooms maintain a Soviet-era style, others have been updated to modern standards. The hotel is well suited for travelers and business visitors seeking proximity to the city center with practical conveniences.
Location
GK Volga Hotel is situated on Ulitsa Yunoshskaya 1, about 2.8 kilometers from Kostroma's railway station and 8.4 kilometers from Tunoshna Airport (IAR). The hotel lies two minutes by car from the historic city center, close to key attractions like the Kostroma Kremlin, the riverfront embankment, central park, and the local history museum. This location offers easy access to Kostroma’s main cultural sights while still providing a peaceful riverside setting. Nearby dining options include the hotel’s own restaurant and the Metelitsa restaurant just 320 meters away.
Tips
- If you want a river view, specifically request a room overlooking the Volga, as many guests praise these views.
- Be aware that some rooms retain older Soviet-era décor, so ask about recent renovations if modern style is important to you.
- Breakfast is highly recommended; try to arrive early for the full buffet selection.
- If you plan to dine at the hotel restaurant, consider checking current reviews as the quality has varied recently.
Policies and conditions
- Children of any age are allowed.
Children up to and including 2 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.
No extra beds are available.
Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management. - Pets are not allowed.
- WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
- Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
- Check in time: 14:00. Check out time: 12:00.
Services and facilities
- Shopping on site
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour reception
- Elevator/lift
- Smoking areas
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Security guard
- Gift shop
- Television in lobby
- Terrace
- Early check-in
- Late check-out
- Fire Extinguisher
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
- Bridal suite
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Fridge
- Family room
- Cable TV
- TV
- Bathrobe
- Safe (in room)
- Accessibility features
- Iron and board
- Ironing
- Laundry
- Hairdryer (on request)
- Luggage storage
- Telephone
- Iron
- Bar
- Breakfast
- Restaurant
- Free Wi-Fi
- Internet access
- Shuttle
- Russian
- English
- Tour assistance
- Parking
- Spa tub
- Indoor Pool
- Event facilities
- Fax and copy machine
- Rental video equipment and computers
- Conference Hall
- Fitness facilities
- Baths
- Massage
- Sauna
- Spa
- Hammam
- Family/Kid Friendly
- Pets Not Allowed
Hotel view
Video: Гостиничный комплекс "Волга"
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Reviews
- Spa not working, meals finished early ar breakfast
POIs near hotel
Cafe and Restaurants near hotel
Frequently asked questions about GK Volga Hotel
What types of rooms does GK Volga Hotel offer?
The hotel offers Standard Single rooms (with or without Volga river view), Standard Superior Double rooms (with or without river view), Family Junior Suites, Double Junior Suites (with or without river view), Double Suites, and Business Class Double Suites.
Is parking available at GK Volga Hotel?
Yes, the hotel provides free open parking for guests.
What dining options are available on-site?
The hotel has a main restaurant serving European cuisine from 07:00 to 24:00, and a summer café open from 12:00 to 24:00 during summer months.
How far is the hotel from Kostroma’s main transport hubs?
The hotel is 2.8 kilometers from the Kostroma railway station and 8.4 kilometers from Tunoshna Airport (IAR).
Does the hotel offer facilities for business or events?
Yes, GK Volga Hotel has conference and banquet halls suitable for meetings and events.
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Hotel prices for: August - September 2026 calendar
The average hotel price this month is 61 USD The best time to book is August 10, with rates starting from 59 USD
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