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Be Seen at St. Petersburg's Grandest Hotel

Where: Mikhailovskaya Ulitsa 1/7, St. Petersburg, Russian Federation

If you want to be seen in St. Petersburg, Russia, you've got to be on Nevsky Prospekt, the promenading main street where all the pretty young things strut their stuff. And the best place to stay or even just to buy a drink and sit on the street is the Grand Hotel Europe, proudly in the middle of this famous stretch.

Even the name tells you it's the place to be: this is not the Grand Hotel St. Petersburg, or even Russia, but the Grand Hotel EUROPE. On top of this, they've just renovated AND have their own chocolate factory.

Okay, whether it really is the best place to stay or not is debatable, as a lot of guests think it relies on its historical charm rather than providing a modern, satisfactory service. Others think that caviar for breakfast, accompanied by harp music, is the way to experience Russia's prettiest city. Whatever your opinion, there have been plenty of impressive footsteps before you, since a whole gamut of fame ranging from Tchaikovsky through Elton John to Bill Clinton have rested their heads here.

Personally, we think indulging in a snack or a creamy cocktail on the deck out the front is the best way to experience Nevsky Prospekt and spend a relaxing afternoon people-watching. You'll be in good company, even if the staff try to hurry you along.

If you have stayed at the Grand Hotel Europe and have pictures, send them our way as we detest posting photos from hotel web sites like the one above.

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