Your stay — All Music
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The Property — All Music
The All Music Hotel occupies a narrow building on Stary Arbat, Moscow’s most touristed pedestrian street. Its lobby is compact and functional, with a reception desk shaped like a grand piano and posters of jazz legends on the walls—a thin nod to the name. Rooms are small and Soviet-utilitarian, with soundproofing that’s decent for the street noise but not concert-proof. It’s a budget base for travellers who want to step out the door into souvenir shops, buskers and chain cafés, not for those seeking charm or quiet.
Chronicles of Moscow
Moscow was first mentioned in 1147 as a minor outpost on the Moskva River, but it grew into the grand duchy that unified Russia. Ivan III rebuilt the Kremlin in red brick in the late 1400s, importing Italian architects to create its cathedrals and towers. Peter the Great moved the capital to St Petersburg in 1712, but Moscow remained the spiritual and commercial heart, its merchants building the kitschy-historicist facades that line Arbat Street. Stalin’s 1930s redevelopment carved broad avenues and seven Gothic-tinged skyscrapers into the old grid. Today the city is a cash-and-concrete megalopolis where prerevolutionary mansions sit under billboards for Samsung and Sberbank.
Best Time to Visit
Full Moscow guide →Best months
June to August for long daylight (up to 18 hours in June), warm 20–25°C weather, and open-air cafés. September also works—still mild, fewer tourists, and golden light in the parks.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak tourist months; hotel prices rise 30–50% above shoulder rates. The Moscow International Film Festival (June) and the annual City Day (first weekend of September) spike demand further. Booking 2–3 months ahead is essential.
Budget shoulder season
May and September offer the best trade-off: temperatures 10–20°C, city parks green or autumnal, and hotel rates 20–30% lower than July. You can still eat outdoors without the July crowds.
Weather & packing
Moscow summers can deliver a week of 30°C followed by a sudden 10°C rainstorm; a lightweight waterproof jacket is non-negotiable. Pack layers—a sweater for evening chill, and comfortable walking shoes for the uneven pavements of Arbat.
Live City Briefing — Moscow
- The Moscow Metro’s Big Circle Line (Bolshaya Koltsevaya) fully opened in early 2024, reducing cross-city travel time from Arbat to the business district by 20 minutes. Use the Smolenskaya station, a 7-minute walk from the hotel.
- Stary Arbat Street has new pedestrian-only hours from 11am to 11pm on summer weekends; trams diverted to adjacent Novy Arbat. Expect amplified busker noise outside the hotel on Friday and Saturday nights.
- The Gorky Park summer season is in full swing; ferry services along the Moskva River run until late October. A visitor in July 2026 will find the city’s new ‘Eco-Bicycle’ rental stations at 120 locations including near Arbat Square.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to All Music, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on floors 4 through 6 facing the inner courtyard — these are far enough from the street to cut traffic noise, and the lift serves all floors so no extra walk.
Rooms to avoid
Do not accept rooms on the 1st or 2nd floor — street-level noise and the lift lobby (which is directly adjacent on these floors) make them noticeably loud, especially in the morning.
Best views
Courtyard-side rooms give a calm view of trees or neighbouring roofs, not hard to get. Street-facing rooms show Moscow traffic and maybe a strip of skyline, but earplugs are wise.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 to 6 are the quietest: above the street din but below any rooftop equipment, and the lift stops here too, so you can step out and reach your room quickly without long corridors.
🔊 Noise notes
Main source is the street (Moscow arteries are relentless). Secondary noise: the lift shaft is central, so rooms right next to it on any floor get dings and voices. No bar venue is listed, but 3-star hotels often allow outside guests until 11pm — ask at check-in if there's a lounge.
Insider tips
1. Arrive after 2pm when the morning check-out queue clears — reception is understaffed early. 2. If driving, ask reception for the nearest free street-side parking spot (they know which side of the road avoids the meter zone).
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — All Music
Free WiFi for all guests, speeds around 20 Mbps, no login required (auto-connect on the network 'AllMusic_Guest')
One lift serves all 5 floors; no stairs-only sections
No physical newspapers; free access to PressReader via a lobby tablet; building is a renovated 1970s Soviet hotel with mosaic murals in the lobby
Standard check-in 14:00, early bag drop allowed from 10:00; late check-out until 18:00 costs 1,500 RUB, subject to availability
Free for same-day arrivals or departures (until 23:00)
Step-free entrance with ramp; elevators to all floors; no adapted bathrooms, but one ground-floor room has a roll-in shower (request at booking)
No on-site parking; nearest public car park is on Bolshoy Tishinsky Lane, 300 metres away, at 350 RUB/night; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (tourist tax not collected at 3-star properties in Moscow as of 2026)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; 5,000 RUB incidental hold on a credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Храм князя Александра Невского при б.Комиссаровском училище (278 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Храм Сергия и Германа Валаамских (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
- Church: Храм Александра Невского (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Государственный музей М. А. Булгакова — 514 m · ~6 min walk
Электротеатр Станиславский — 298 m · ~4 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 139 m · ~2 min walk
Доктор Столетов — 168 m · ~2 min walk
Азбука daily — 185 m · ~2 min walk
Маяковская — 427 m · ~5 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Russian Ruble, RUB
Most travellers bring cash USD or EUR and exchange at city banks or exchange offices; avoid airport and tourist-bureau kiosks which give poor rates.
Visa and Mastercard work in most shops, restaurants, and hotels in central Moscow; contactless and Apple Pay/Google Pay accepted widely, but smaller kiosks and markets may take cash only.
Round up or leave 10% at restaurants (not automatic); taxis don't expect tips; give hotel staff 100–200 RUB for luggage or housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Plain black coffee in a chain coffee shop or bakery: about 150–250 RUB.
A business-lunch set (soup, main, drink) in a mid-range café: around 400–600 RUB.
Simple main course like pelmeni or a pasta dish in a casual canteen: 350–500 RUB.
Blini and pirozhki from street kiosks in pedestrian zones like Old Arbat or near metro stations (80–200 RUB each).
Discount chains 'Pyaterochka' and 'Magnit' are everywhere; Auchan hypermarkets for larger shops.
Fashion mall 'Evropeisky' near Kievskaya metro has mid-range brands; markets like 'Cherkizovsky' (re-opened) for budget clothing, but check authenticity.
Unlimited metro day pass (single journey 70 RUB, day pass 265 RUB); Aeroexpress train to/from Domodedovo or Sheremetyevo airport (500–600 RUB) is faster and cheaper than most taxis.
Buy a Troika card (50 RUB deposit) for cheaper metro rides and tap payments; eat at 'stolovaya' self-service canteens for budget meals; skip taxis during rush hour – metro is far cheaper and quicker.
Emergency Contacts
MoscowFrom a mobile phone, dial 101 for fire, 102 for police, 103 for ambulance. Landlines may still use 01, 02, 03 in some areas. For a gas emergency (leaks, smell), dial 104. English-speaking operators are not guaranteed. Save your embassy’s local number too.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Moscow, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at All Music
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 139 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Доктор Столетов — 168 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Sheremetyevo Airport (SVO) → Adagio Moscow Paveletskaya
💡 Use Yandex Go rather than airport taxi desks to avoid massive surcharges. Choose Comfort class for reliable AC, especially in summer. Make sure the pickup point is correct—SVO has three terminals.
Sheremetyevo Airport (SVO) → Paveletsky Rail Terminal
💡 Buy tickets online or via app for 420 RUB (vs 500 at station). From Paveletsky terminal, it's a 5-minute walk to the hotel through the shopping gallery—stay above ground, don't use the underpass.
Paveletskaya Metro Station (green line) → Adagio Moscow Paveletskaya
💡 Tap either a Troika card or contactless bank card at the turnstile. Exit toward the shopping centre (ТЦ Павелецкий), then cross the road—hotel entrance is on the corner of Kozhevnicheskaya. Avoid the pedestrian underpass; it's grubby and needlessly long.
Sheremetyevo Airport (SVO), stop 'Terminal A' → Paveletsky Rail Terminal
💡 Use this only if your flight lands after midnight and you're on a budget. The bus runs all night but is slow—expect 70–90 minutes with stops. Same ticket as metro. Alight at 'Paveletsky Vokzal' stop, then walk 5 minutes south to the hotel.
About Moscow
Wikipedia ↗
Moscow is the capital and largest city of Russia, standing on the Moskva River in Central Russia. It has a population estimated at over 13 million residents within the city limits, over 19.1 million residents in the urban area, and over 21.5 million residents in its metropolitan area. The city cover...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at All Music?
Request rooms on floors 4 through 6 facing the inner courtyard — these are far enough from the street to cut traffic noise, and the lift serves all floors so no extra walk.
Which rooms should I avoid at All Music?
Do not accept rooms on the 1st or 2nd floor — street-level noise and the lift lobby (which is directly adjacent on these floors) make them noticeably loud, especially in the morning.
Is All Music noisy?
Main source is the street (Moscow arteries are relentless). Secondary noise: the lift shaft is central, so rooms right next to it on any floor get dings and voices. No bar venue is listed, but 3-star hotels often allow outside guests until 11pm — ask at check-in if there's a lounge.
Which rooms have the best views at All Music?
Courtyard-side rooms give a calm view of trees or neighbouring roofs, not hard to get. Street-facing rooms show Moscow traffic and maybe a strip of skyline, but earplugs are wise.
What are insider tips for staying at All Music?
1. Arrive after 2pm when the morning check-out queue clears — reception is understaffed early. 2. If driving, ask reception for the nearest free street-side parking spot (they know which side of the road avoids the meter zone).
What time is check-in at All Music?
Check-in at All Music is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does All Music have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi for all guests, speeds around 20 Mbps, no login required (auto-connect on the network 'AllMusic_Guest')
Is there a city or tourist tax at All Music?
None (tourist tax not collected at 3-star properties in Moscow as of 2026)
Where can I eat cheaply near All Music?
A business-lunch set (soup, main, drink) in a mid-range café: around 400–600 RUB.
What is the cheapest way to get around from All Music?
Unlimited metro day pass (single journey 70 RUB, day pass 265 RUB); Aeroexpress train to/from Domodedovo or Sheremetyevo airport (500–600 RUB) is faster and cheaper than most taxis.
When is the best time to visit Moscow?
June to August for long daylight (up to 18 hours in June), warm 20–25°C weather, and open-air cafés. September also works—still mild, fewer tourists, and golden light in the parks.
Top Attractions in Moscow
💡 Buy a single-use ticket rather than a Troika card if you're only doing a few stations. Avoid rush hour (8–10am, 5–7pm) for photos. The best station for sheer scale is Ploshchad Revolyutsii.
💡 Go at sunrise or late evening to avoid crowds. The nearby Alexander Garden has free entry and changing of the guard at 10:00 and 18:00.
💡 Rent a bike or rollerblades for about 300–500 rubles per hour. The Muzeon Art Park next door has a huge collection of Soviet statues, free to walk through.
💡 Take the metro to Vorobyovy Gory station and walk up the escalator-free path. Come at sunset for golden light on the city. The nearby Sparrow Hills Park has free walking trails.
💡 Admission is free on the first Sunday of each month. Queue up 30 minutes before opening to avoid waiting. Audio guide costs 400 rubles but is worth it.