he Kempinski Hotel Moika 22 is located in a charming and exclusive area, at the very heart of St. Petersburg, on the Moika River, opposite the renowned Hermitage Museum. The hotel is just two minutes walk from Nevsky Prospect, close to all major sites and shopping. The Kempinski Hotel Moika 22 is housed in a Petersburg mansion, designed by Basil von Witte in 1853, during the reign of Tsar Nicholas I. The classical facade of the building has been faithfully retained, while the interior has been entirely reconstructed, and decorated with antiques of the period, to provide the ultimate in hotel accommodation. This elegant building is situated on Moika Embankment, one of the many rivers and canals which make up the historical and cultural heart of the city, known as the Golden Triangle. Peter the Great wanted his new capital to be a Window on the West, and the hotel looks onto one of the city's most famous sights Palace Square and the State Hermitage Museum. Pulkovo Airport is only thirty minutes away. The hotel's accommodation and services include: 23 suites and 174 rooms. The Bellevue bar on the 9th floor, with spectacular views over the St Petersburg skyline, The Beau Rivage restaurant, for fine dining, The Von Witte lounge and bar, with a log fireplace. The Tea Room, with a view onto Palace Square, 2 Meeting and Banqueting Rooms, for up to 400 guests, Business centre, A rooftop relaxation centre with sauna, steam room, jacuzzi and massage, A 24-hour room service, Visa support and registration. A Concierge service, for tours and excursions to the city's many famous museums and palaces, and tickets to the opera, ballet and concert performances.