This colourful little mini hotel is possibly the most characterful place on the somewhat tacky but ever popular tourist strip of the old Arbat. Decorated in turn of the century bohemian style, long velvet drapes and curtains create a literary and theatrical effect that is enhanced by the old, distressed wooden furnishings, antique mirrors and old piano. The twin-ensuite rooms are particularly bright and welcoming and offer excellent value while the dorm rooms don’t get more than six people pushed into their ample spaces. Kitchen facilities are barely visible but there are plenty of little tea tables to gather around - in fine fin de siecle style.