We top the ‘Top 50 Best Hotels of Russia 2026’ Ranking

Baltschug Kempinski Hotel has been awarded the highest honour, taking first place in the national ‘Top 50 Best Hotels of Russia 2026’ ranking by the authoritative guide 50 Best Tastes of Russia. The ranking was compiled based on a vote by 500 leading Russian entrepreneurs, restaurateurs, hoteliers, investors and hospitality experts.

This recognition is particularly valuable as the vote was conducted anonymously and based solely on the personal preferences and sympathies of the experts. They assessed hotels regardless of their star rating, price category or location, considering a complex mix of factors, including the history and architecture of the building, its unique atmosphere, impeccable service standards, value for money and personal impressions and memories associated with the hotel.

By topping this list of the very best, Baltschug Kempinski has further confirmed its status as a landmark in the Russian hospitality industry. Located in a historic building with views of the Moscow Kremlin, the hotel successfully combines a rich cultural heritage with modern comfort and the highest service standards of the international Kempinski brand.

The team at Baltschug Kempinski would like to thank the expert community for their high praise and trust. For us, this award is an important benchmark and an incentive for further development, so that every guest can experience a genuine atmosphere of luxury and hospitality in the very heart of the capital.

About the Ranking: The ‘Top 50 Best Hotels of Russia’ ranking by 50 Best Tastes of Russia is based on a vote by 500 Russian experts and opinion leaders from a wide range of business and cultural spheres. The vote took place from June to August 2026. Its key principles are objectivity and independence: experts cannot vote for their own projects, and the results are tallied independently of commercial performance.

The full list of the best hotels in Russia can be found here.