I expected very little when entering in a Belarus hotel, Oktyabrskaya, as in the country not everything works. I was though pleasantly surprised. Room was very clean and contained furniture one would expect to see in a 60's luxury hotel, I thought that was actually great! There were no prostitutes round the area, as the presidential palace was right next to the hotel. Remember NOT to take pictures from the presidential palace, the guard will demand to see all the pictures you took. :)

The breakfast was at a lovely room, but not to my taste. Porridge and eggs are good but salads are quite horrible. And coffee came in last, so you should order drinks separately to avoid the draught in your mouth. :)

But all in all, the lovely rooms were something to see, and experience was very positive!

However, I stayed there only for one night, so couldn't see everything hotel had to offer.

Kimmo F.