A short drive or bus ride away from the famous Upper Gardens of Peterhof is this small-palace-like building overlooking the pine forest. Its big draw is its elaborate spa complex which seems to offer all imaginable spa treatments in tasteful exotic and oriental-inspired surroundings, including several different sauna-banya type rooms, massages, a gym, children's pool and adults' pool which in summer is partly open-air. The 35 standard rooms with plush armchairs are both cosy and spacious and the two luxury suites come with large balconies. Easy to reach from both St. Petersburg and Peterhof as it is directly on the main road between the two, the friendly staff will be happy to help explain how best to reach nearby sights.