Kempinski Hotel Group has unveiled the Hotel Nikol’skaya Kempinski Moscow.
Built in the 1870s, the building was originally the residence of Count Orlov-Davydov. The exclusive retail frontage was well known for the Koeller perfumery business and the many chocolate shops it housed. Six years of restoration and interior construction led by Bangkok-based Leo International Design Group have unveiled the historical façade in its original glory.
Across seven floors, Nikol’skaya Kempinski encompasses 211 rooms and suites, including two presidential suites, as well as six restaurants and bars, L. Raphael Spa, and five conference halls.
Inside the lobby, palatial chandeliers illuminate the hotel’s art deco furniture and curved staircases, which are all under a multi-colored stained glass dome. The 157 deluxe and superior rooms, many of them with original high ceilings, are decorated in pale brown and muted beige for a contemporary feel.
Junior suites are laid out in a studio style, with both city and courtyard views. Executive suites have a bedroom, living room, and great views of the city. The Orlov suite has a view of Lubyanka Square and is decorated in a style reminiscent of the Belle Époque. The two Presidential suites, decorated in a palette of gold, white, and beige, have panoramic views over Lubyanka Square and the Historical Museum.
As for dining, the Italian Bistro A Tavola offers a seasonal menu inspired by different regions in Italy in a cozy atmosphere. Named after the hotel’s first owner, the Orlov lobby lounge and bar showcases chocolate fountains, cakes, Blue Peak tea, and Masala Chai. At Robusto Cigar Club, connoisseurs can enjoy after-dinner spirits in a contemporary club setting. The Parisien Café Vendome, the Café Vendome, and the Latin Mojito Lounge complete the dining options.
The hotel’s conference facilities accommodate up to 180 people and feature natural light and contemporary chandeliers. Highlights include the Kandinsky grand ballroom, designed for receptions, cocktail events, and important celebrations, as well as the Malevich boardroom, which overlooks Lubyanka Square.
