It is believed that a sanatorium is something like a hospital with its mandatory strict regime and poor nutrition, and only those whose health or finances do not allow them to visit good resorts rest there. But modern sanatoriums bear little resemblance to Soviet institutions with foul-smelling canteens and sullen nurses; many of them are more like fashionable spas. Today, resort hospitals located in areas with unique natural resources offer vacationers not only medical services, but also personal care programs and a variety of entertainment suitable not only for retirees. We have compiled a list of the 10 best sanatoriums in Russia, where you can combine business with pleasure: both relax and improve your health.
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1. Sanatorium “Rus”, Sochi
Site: www.rus-sochi.ru
Here, vacationers are offered a variety of programs for the treatment and prevention of diseases of the nervous system, musculoskeletal system and metabolism. What truly sets Rus apart from other resorts in Sochi is its huge outdoor swimming pool with a wonderful view of the sea and a beautiful small pebble beach on the shore of a pine forest.
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2. Sanatorium “Plaza”, Kislovodsk
Website: plaza-kislovodsk.com
The Kislovodsk “Plaza” has four stars according to the international hotel classification, and absolutely deservedly so. The Plaza has everything you need for a high-quality sanatorium holiday – a swimming pool, a gym, a modern medical facility and, finally, its own drinking pump room with the famous Caucasian mineral waters.
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3. Sanatorium “Golden Ear”, Sochi
Site: zolotoikolos.ru
“Golden Ear” is a unique institution, a modern sanatorium, equipped with the latest medical technology. Here they not only treat diseases of the nervous system, but also offer a whole range of spa programs for weight loss and rejuvenation of the body. Guests have a choice of several accommodation options, including cottages. On the territory of the “Golden Ear” there is a beauty salon, a games room, a sauna, a gym and a swimming pool.
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4. Sanatorium “Pushkino”, Moscow region
Site: pushkino-sanatorii.ru
This sanatorium, located just an hour and a half drive from the center of Moscow, has the most modern medical equipment and implements unique rehabilitation programs. It is suitable not only for those who need treatment, but also for those who just want to relax and unwind in the Moscow region. In addition to standard rooms in a large building, you can choose accommodation in a cottage – an ideal option for a relaxing holiday with the whole family, both in summer and winter.
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5. Sanatorium “Rus”, Essentuki
Site: http://ruskmv.ru
“Rus” is one of the most modern and well-equipped sanatoriums in Russia. This sanatorium provides its visitors not only with a wide range of treatment services, but also with a variety of spa programs that correspond to the level of the best international resorts. Be sure to ask for a room with a view of Elbrus.
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6. Sanatorium “Oak Grove”, Zheleznovodsk
Site: www.dubovaja-rosha.ru
The sanatorium of the Presidential Administration “Oak Grove” became a laureate of the “Best Resorts in Russia” competition in 2010 and continues to maintain a high standard of treatment and service for guests. The sanatorium is equipped with excellent modern diagnostic and treatment facilities. At “Oak Grove” they mainly specialize in diseases of the digestive organs, but they also apply general health programs and have developed personal dietary nutrition systems.
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7. Sanatorium named after Pirogova, Saki
Site: www.saki-pirogova.ru
Mineral springs, a lake with healing silt mud and a mild favorable climate – these conditions make the Saki region a unique balneological resort. The multidisciplinary sanatorium Pirogov uses the most modern technologies for treatment and rehabilitation. The entire territory of this sanatorium (like many other establishments in the city of Saki) is a barrier-free environment suitable for people with limited mobility.
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8. Sanatorium named after Frunze, Sochi
Site: www.frunze.net
Sanatorium named after Frunze is a Soviet classic in the good sense of the word: a huge well-groomed area, monumental buildings and a thorough approach to treatment. Over almost a hundred years of its existence, the sanatorium has been modernized, reorganized and rebuilt many times; today its housing stock consists of one- and two-room rooms and even suites, equipped in accordance with the best hotel standards.
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9. Sanatorium “Knowledge”, Adler
Site: skk-znanie.ru
The unique resort and medical complex “Knowledge” is located in Adler, right on the seashore, literally 50 meters from the water. With the help of physiotherapeutic and balneological programs, diseases of the cardiovascular system and musculoskeletal system are treated here. In addition to wellness and relaxation, you will find a lot of entertainment here, designed for guests of all ages – a games room, tennis courts, a cinema hall and a variety of trips and excursions.
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10. Sanatorium Dnepr, Yalta
Site: dnepryalta.com
The sanatorium is located in the village of Gaspra near Sochi, on the territory of the Kharaks Park, founded under the Romanovs. There are all conditions for the treatment and rehabilitation of asthmatic patients, including children. And in between procedures, a seawater swimming pool, a gym, many excursions and, most importantly, a luxurious beach are at your service.