Long before the popularization of yoga and the fashion for retreats, humanity discovered the calming power of nature. Take advantage of the ancient source of peace and go meditate with views of thousand-year-old mountains, water surfaces or a forest full of birdsong. We have made a selection of cozy hotels and glamping sites with views that are impossible to tear yourself away from.
The splash of waves and the noise of trees overhead
Seclusion and silence, broken only by the whisper of leaves overhead, the hubbub of birds and the splash of water. Options for those who like to fall asleep to the sounds of the forest or sit on the shore for a long, long time and watch time pass.
Forrest Lodge, Karelia
Guest houses are located among the forest on the shore of one of the thousands of Karelian lakes. Cozy wooden houses in the Scandinavian style have open verandas and are equipped with everything necessary for a comfortable stay: from a gas grill and coffee machine to a fireplace and plunge pools. Each cottage has a rowing boat, and guests can also take a walk on the lake on SUP boards or kayaks. Fishing, bike rides around the area, a sauna, mushroom and berry picking, long coffee gatherings with loved ones or carefree children’s games – there is something for everyone here.
Eco-hotel “Sunrise”, Bashkiria
Not far from the Bannoe ski complex, on the shore of the lake of the same name, there are alpine chalets and half-timbered cottages of the resort hotel. Guests will enjoy a private beach with SUP boards, a well-groomed flowered area with children’s areas, a spa complex, spacious rooms decorated with wood and the Salvador restaurant with a panoramic terrace, where a magnificent buffet is served in the morning. In the surrounding area you can go hiking on the Great South Ural Trail, ride bicycles or go horseback riding. We recommend ending your busy day with dinner in the glass dome of the restaurant overlooking Yakty-kul.
Glamping Camp Rock, Karelia
Tents with all the amenities in the forest and sleeping with the sound of pine trees overhead – isn’t this an ideal weekend for city dwellers who miss nature and are not ready to give up the benefits of civilization? Guests can relax in a floating bathhouse or go by boat to explore the Ladoga skerries, and then — spend a cozy evening on the terrace. Comfortable beds, cute decor and fluffy blankets will fill even a rainy day with warmth and charm.
Eco-hotel “Vetochka”, Tver region
The panoramic windows of the houses overlook the sandy beach on the banks of the Volga, the lovely nature of the middle zone is all around, and there is peace and tranquility in the soul. Guests will appreciate morning coffee on the terrace, comfortable sun loungers and fishing. You can cook fish soup or bake freshly caught fish on the grill, and in the evening take a steam bath in the sauna. Children will love Baba Yaga’s colorful hut, and teenagers can play football, tennis or volleyball.
Tourist base “More”, Vyborg district
Those who share the love between the sea and the forest are welcome at the base of active recreation and ecotourism on the Kiperort Peninsula. On one side there is the excitement of the Gulf of Finland, on the other there are rustling spruce and birch trees, and cozy wooden houses with terraces and cute gazebos nestle under their crowns. You can mindlessly swing in an egg chair and admire the expanses of the sea, sunbathe on a sandy beach, swim, ride a bike, swim on a SUP, go fishing or hike in the picturesque surroundings.
Eternal calm of the mountains
If your endless love is mountain peaks and snow-capped peaks reaching into the sky, take a closer look at the hotels from the list below. You don’t have to take a tent and go camping to wake up to stunning views—you just need to choose the right place to stay.
Hotel Mövenpick, Krasnaya Polyana
This option is for those who miss alpine holidays, elegant streets and a serene vacation in the mountains. Choose a room with panoramic views of the surrounding ranges and enjoy excellent service, daily chocolate hour and Savoyard cuisine. After exciting walks along mountain trails, ancient forests and waterfalls, guests can relax in the spa center with an indoor pool or book a massage. Add to this the impressive list of activities at the all-season resort, from snowboarding and downhill to paragliding, and feel free to extend your vacation for another week.
Hotel “Sky Elbrus”, Elbrus region
The view boutique hotel is located among a pine forest in the picturesque Adyl-Su gorge. Surrounded by the majestic Caucasus mountains, it will delight guests with thematic design of the rooms, well-groomed territory where squirrels live, gazebos and barbecue areas, ayran and hookah bars, a variety of breakfasts and dinners. And, of course, amazing opportunities for hiking – guests can visit numerous waterfalls, glaciers, lakes and peaks of the Elbrus region. End a busy day in a spa or in an open-air hammock, watching the stars.
“Medical Spa Hotel Rosa Springs”, Esto-Sadok
Admiring the mountains and seeing stunning sunsets delivered to your room is possible if you choose Rosa Springs for your vacation. Skiers are attracted by the proximity of the slopes – the ski lift is two steps away. In summer, guests have access to geographical all-inclusive: a combination of high-mountain and beach holidays. A spa center with a hammam and a Preventive Medicine Center is open year-round, and a pump room with mineral water invariably receives high praise from guests.
Hotel Korona, Arkhyz
The bright hotel building is located in a valley between the spurs of the Main Caucasus Range, not far from a stormy mountain river. The spacious rooms offer mountain views, and in the surrounding area there are many walking routes of varying difficulty levels, trails and cycling routes. Guests can also book a jeep tour, go rafting or go horseback riding.
Ethno-hotel “Siberia”, Esto-Sadok
An atmospheric place for lovers of silence, where Siberian hospitality is combined with the amazing nature of the mountain resort. Guests note the authentic atmosphere, complemented by massive wooden furniture and designer finishes, as well as a dumpling shop with dishes of venison and northern fish. The price of your stay includes a visit to the territory of the My Russia ethnic complex. The sound of the river outside the window will help you fall asleep after an eventful day.
