One of the most attractive features of the hotel is its convenient location at the heart of Taganrog city, close to the important administrative and business buildings. Several shops, theatres and museums can be found within a 10-minute walk of the hotel. The Sea of Asov is approximately 10 minutes' drive away, and the Gorky Central Park of Culture and Leisure can be reached in around 15 minutes by car. Sights such as the Alferaki Palace and the Depaldo Stairs are 2 km away. Taganrog train station is just 2 km away. This hotel is an old mansion from the 19th century which is steeped in history and tradition. Built in 1867, this air-conditioned design hotel has a total of 21 accommodation units, as well as a café, bar and restaurant. Guests are welcomed in the lobby, which offers a 24-hour check-out service and a cloakroom. For a fee, guests can enjoy wireless Internet access, and business travellers have the option of using the hotel's conference facilities. Other facilities include room and laundry services and a car park. The hotel also offers a shuttle service to Rostov-On-Don Airport for an additional fee. Elegant 19th century style décor, rich carpets and classical furniture are featured in the hotel's rooms. Some of the rooms are especially elegant and have been appointed with style enthusiasts in mind. The rooms are all en suite with a bath, shower and hairdryer. Each room at the hotel is equipped with cable TV, individually regulated air conditioning, a mini fridge and minibar, and a telephone. Rooms also come with wireless Internet access, a safe, tea and coffee making facilities, an ironing set and central heating as standard. Guests can relax on the sandy beach, where sun loungers and parasols are also available for a fee. The hotel serves a breakfast buffet. Lunch and dinner are offered à la carte. Take the busses 73, 74, 68, 30 or 2 to the bus stop Turgenevskiy Pereulok, or the trams 2, 3, 5, 8 or 9 to the stop Italianski Pereulok.