Kiev hotels range from budget to luxury, and there’s a great number of them—and for good reason, as Kiev offers nearly endless sightseeing opportunities for travelers. Tourists love to visit the city to view its museums and major attractions such as Pechersk Lavra and the Saint Sophia Cathedral, one of the Seven Wonders of Ukraine. Kiev is the political, educational, economic, and cultural center of Ukraine, and traveling to this beautiful city may be one of the richest experiences during a trip to Eastern Europe. Whether you are looking for a luxury hotel in Kiev or an affordable accommodation, you will find plenty to choose from.

Finding good Kiev accommodation is very easy, as there are plenty of luxury, mid-range, and cheap hotels in the capital city, but it’s essential to plan ahead. You can consult a travel agency or search on your own ahead of time; this is also a good time to look for vacation packages, which can help you save money on accommodations. The best hotel deals in Kiev may sometimes appear at the last minute, but unless you’re comfortable winging it, it’s best to not take chances.

If you are looking for a comfortable and well-equipped luxury hotel in Kiev, consider the 5-star Hotel Faraon. The hotel is conveniently situated near the Kiev city center and offers a variety of recreation facilities. It has 22 stylish rooms divided into Executive, Suite, Semi-Suite, and VIP categories. Rooms are equipped with modern amenities, such as air conditioner, phone, and broadband Internet. There's also a restaurant and a terrace café, both of which serve tasty food and drinks; the restaurant is notable for its delicious take on popular Ukrainian food. The Hotel Faraon is close to various Kiev attractions, such as the Shevchenko Park, Golden Gate, and the National Opera.

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Another luxury hotel located near these attractions is the Premier Palace (pictured). Built in the early 1900s, the hotel offers comfortable Kiev accommodation and has well-designed rooms equipped with high-quality amenities, including heating systems, satellite and interactive televisions, and internet access. The Premier hotel also offers a sauna, whirlpool, and excellent fitness center. This luxury hotel in Kiev also has a spacious restaurant occupying the hotel's eighth floor. The beautiful interiors and heated floors of the restaurant make dining very pleasant, especially as the restaurants serves sumptuous Ukrainian and international delicacies.

Besides luxury Kiev accommodation, you can also find a good number of budget-friendly Kiev hotels around the capital city. A comfortable, yet cheap Kiev hotel offers plenty of rooms divided into different categories to suite the tastes and budget of a traveler, and because Ukraine generally offers good value for its hotels, the amenities provided are often on par with 3-star and 4-star Western European or American hotels.

Located close to the bank of the Dnieper River, the Bratislava Hotel offers great bargains, with rooms furnished with direct-dial telephones, color TVs, and refrigerators. It also offers a good choice of modern facilities, including a casino, exchange office and conference facilities. The room interiors are beautifully designed in Slavic style and exude a sense of warmth.

The Slavutich Hotel is also located close to the Dnieper River bank and is just twenty minutes from the Central Railway Station. Nearby is the Navodnitsky Park, which is one good reason to book a room in this hotel. The hotel is surrounded by plenty of green trees and splendid canals. There are more than 500 rooms equipped with all the basic amenities. The hotel facilities include a sauna, 24-hour room service, and a nice souvenir shop. The Slavutich and the Bratislava hotels are among the best Kiev hotels if you’re looking for good value for your money or are trying to save some cash for the luxurious resorts in the Crimea.