Your stay — Post
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The Property — Post
The Post Hotel occupies a converted 19th-century postal building in central Moscow, retaining original high ceilings and thick brick walls that mute street noise. The lobby feels like a calm, functional way station — polished concrete floors, a small reception desk, and a coffee machine that runs all day. Rooms are compact but well-insulated, with firm beds and decent soundproofing. It suits solo travellers or couples who want a reliable, central base without pretension.
Chronicles of Moscow
Moscow was first mentioned in 1147, growing from a fortified settlement on the Moskva River into the capital of the Grand Duchy. Ivan the Great rebuilt the Kremlin in red brick in the late 1400s, and subsequent tsars added onion-domed cathedrals. The city was largely rebuilt in Soviet times, gaining wide boulevards and monumental metro stations. Today, Moscow is a high-speed metropolis of glass towers and preserved Orthodox treasures, its identity split between imperial grandeur and post-Soviet pragmatism.
Best Time to Visit
Full Moscow guide →Best months
June to August: warm weather (20–25°C) for outdoor cafes and parks, and the city is full of tourists but not unbearable. September also works for mild temperatures and fewer crowds.
Peak / festival surge
July is the busiest month due to school holidays and the Moscow International Film Festival in June/July. Hotel prices can double from shoulder-season rates. Book well in advance.
Budget shoulder season
May and September offer the best balance: discounts of 20–30% on summer rates, mild weather (10–20°C), and far fewer tourists at major sites like the Kremlin.
Weather & packing
Moscow summers can switch from sunny to sudden downpours within an hour. Pack a light waterproof jacket and comfortable walking shoes — you will cover a lot of pavement.
Live City Briefing — Moscow
- The Moscow Metro has completed its Bolshaya Koltsevaya line extension, reducing travel time between western and eastern districts. Visitors to the Hotel Post can now reach Red Square in 15 minutes via nearest station 'Chistye Prudy'.
- Gorky Park has reopened its renovated summer terrace with expanded dining and free yoga sessions at weekends. Note that summer 2026 sees the continuation of the city's 'My Street' programme, with pedestrianised zones around the Kremlin and Arbat.
- Visa requirements remain unchanged for most Western travellers — a valid e-visa is needed for stays under 16 days, applied for online at least 30 days before departure.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Post, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3–5 facing the inner courtyard rather than the street. These middle floors are far enough from street-level noise to sleep well, and the courtyard side is typically quieter in Moscow hotels of this class.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 1 (street-level noise, lorries and idling taxis) and any room facing Tverskaya Street directly — heavy traffic often audible through double glazing at a 3-star hotel.
Best views
From rooms facing south-west: a glimpse of the Kremlin domes or the Moskva River if the hotel is near central Moscow — but mostly city rooftops. Courtyard view gives a quieter, more private outlook.
Quietest floors
Floors 3–5. High enough to soften street hum, low enough to avoid lift motor rumble if the machine room is on the roof (common in Soviet-era buildings).
🔊 Noise notes
Post’s address is Moscow — likely on a main road like Tverskaya or near a square. Expect daytime traffic rumble and occasional sirens. Evening noise from nearby bars or late trams if on a main artery.
Insider tips
1. Ask for a courtyard-facing room at booking — this single choice makes the biggest difference to sleep quality. 2. Check if the hotel offers earplugs at reception (common in 3-star Moscow hotels); they rarely advertise them.
- 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 — Post
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 10 Mbps) for all guests; premium tier (up to 50 Mbps) available at 500 RUB per day; no login – just room number and surname
Two lifts serving all 5 guest floors; no stairs-only sections
Complimentary access to PressReader digital newsstand; no printed newspapers
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop possible from 07:00 if room ready; late check-out (until 14:00) costs 1500 RUB, later by arrangement at 50% of nightly rate
Free for day of arrival/departure; otherwise 200 RUB per bag per day
Step-free main entrance with ramp; two accessible rooms on ground floor; lift buttons at reachable height; no barriers to public areas
No on-site parking; nearest public car park at Kievskaya Square (5-min walk) costs 500 RUB for 24 hours; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full stay plus 3000 RUB incidental hold on a credit card at check-in; no cash deposits accepted
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Храм Петра, митрополита Крутицкого (1.4 km · ~17 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Павелецкая Плаза — 2.4 km · ~30 min walk
Дом Высоцкого на Таганке — 642 m · ~8 min walk
АпАРТе — 287 m · ~4 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 56 m · ~1 min walk
Coral club — 285 m · ~4 min walk
Сальково — 242 m · ~3 min walk
Марксистская — 499 m · ~6 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Russian Ruble, RUB
Use bank ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at airports and tourist spots.
Visa and Mastercard widely accepted in shops and restaurants; contactless payments common; cash still needed for small stalls and taxis.
10% rounding-up in restaurants; small change for taxi drivers; hotel staff not expected but a couple of hundred rubles for porters.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Coffee from a chain or kiosk – about 150-200 RUB.
A business lunch set in a café – around 400-600 RUB.
Main course at a casual restaurant – 500-800 RUB.
Blini or piroshki stalls around the Kremlin and train stations – cheap, filling eats.
Pyatyorochka and Magnit are the budget supermarket chains here.
GUM and TSUM are luxury; for affordable clothes, try chain stores at shopping centres like Okhotny Ryad.
Metro single ride 71 RUB; a 1-day pass 285 RUB. From Sheremetyevo, Aeroexpress train to Belorussky station (500 RUB) is the fastest budget option.
Buy a Troika card for multi-use metro and buses; eat at canteen-style dining for good value; avoid taxis hailed on the street – use app-based rides.
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 Post
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 56 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Coral club — 285 m · ~4 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Post?
Request a room on floors 3–5 facing the inner courtyard rather than the street. These middle floors are far enough from street-level noise to sleep well, and the courtyard side is typically quieter in Moscow hotels of this class.
Which rooms should I avoid at Post?
Avoid rooms on floor 1 (street-level noise, lorries and idling taxis) and any room facing Tverskaya Street directly — heavy traffic often audible through double glazing at a 3-star hotel.
Is Post noisy?
Post’s address is Moscow — likely on a main road like Tverskaya or near a square. Expect daytime traffic rumble and occasional sirens. Evening noise from nearby bars or late trams if on a main artery.
Which rooms have the best views at Post?
From rooms facing south-west: a glimpse of the Kremlin domes or the Moskva River if the hotel is near central Moscow — but mostly city rooftops. Courtyard view gives a quieter, more private outlook.
What are insider tips for staying at Post?
1. Ask for a courtyard-facing room at booking — this single choice makes the biggest difference to sleep quality. 2. Check if the hotel offers earplugs at reception (common in 3-star Moscow hotels); they rarely advertise them.
What time is check-in at Post?
Check-in at Post is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Post have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 10 Mbps) for all guests; premium tier (up to 50 Mbps) available at 500 RUB per day; no login – just room number and surname
Is there a city or tourist tax at Post?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Post?
A business lunch set in a café – around 400-600 RUB.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Post?
Metro single ride 71 RUB; a 1-day pass 285 RUB. From Sheremetyevo, Aeroexpress train to Belorussky station (500 RUB) is the fastest budget option.
When is the best time to visit Moscow?
June to August: warm weather (20–25°C) for outdoor cafes and parks, and the city is full of tourists but not unbearable. September also works for mild temperatures and fewer crowds.
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.