Where to stay near the Spit of Vasilievsky Island

At the eastern tip of Vasilievsky Island, the Spit is home to a clutch of renowned monuments and museums. The neoclassical Old Saint Petersburg Stock Exchange looks out over the River Neva, flanked by the Rostral Columns – a pair of granite pillars studded with the prows of captured warships.

To keep you within easy reach of the Spit of Vasilievsky Island, we’ve picked out four popular apartments within a 10-minute walk.

Apartments on Nevsky near Hermitage

From the whitewashed brick walls, exposed beamed ceilings and chandeliers, it’s easy to see that this studio apartment has a long history. Apartments on Nevsky near Hermitage blends antique-inspired furniture and traditional fabrics – think velvet, lace and florals – with modern fittings like a walk-in shower. The apartment is right at the end of Nevsky Prospect, with the Winter Palace visible across the square when you step outside. Skirt along the edge of the square and over Palace Bridge and you’ll reach the Spit of Vasilievsky Island in about ten minutes.

Apartments u Dvortsovogo mosta

Apartments u Dvortsovogo mosta opens onto the Admiralty Embankment, directly across the Palace Bridge from the Spit of Vasilievsky Island. This one-bedroom apartment sleeps up to four guests, with a sofa bed in the living room and a huge bedroom with a double bed. The kitchenette has all the basics if you want to eat in, though you’ll also find plenty of restaurants nearby. Cross the nearby Alexander Garden to find Gosti – known for its chintzy home-style décor, hearty portions and Serbian and Italian-influenced menu.

Admiral Apartments

You’ll find the Admiral Apartments in a quiet courtyard between the Admiralty Embankment and the Alexander Garden, only nine minutes from the Spit. Inside, the apartment is all white walls and dark wood furniture, with sections of exposed brick, abstract art and vintage photos dotted around. Guests love the king-size beds and fluffy towels, and appreciate the attention to detail from the hosts – who even stock the kitchen with breakfast foods on request. From here, both the Bronze Horseman statue and the State Hermitage Museum are within a few minutes’ walk, and St. Isaac’s Cathedral is around 700 metres away.

On Nevsky Prospekt Apartment

On Nevsky Prospekt Apartment is located at one end of the famous avenue, a 10-minute stroll from Vasilievsky Island and the Spit. Neutral tones and wooden floors are paired with a signature multi-coloured checked design, which appears on everything from bedspreads to bath mats to mugs. There’s also a well-equipped galley kitchen with a dining table and a hob, microwave and dishwasher. The apartment has near perfect reviews thanks to its owners, who welcome each guest personally and go out of their way to recommend local restaurants. One of the best is Bushe – a cosy bakery café that’s just around the corner.