Renomme Hotel by Original Hotels

Rooms and decor

Rooms are done in a classic-contemporary style, carefully finished and very well kept. Each one has a minibar, air-con and high-speed Wi-Fi, and guests single out how clean and quiet they are — even though the hotel sits in a busy central neighbourhood, noise barely gets in. They aren't large by 4-star standards, but the layout is sensible and nothing is missing: soft beds, fresh clean linen, a well-lit bathroom with decent toiletries. With only 58 rooms, the team covers everyone closely — several reviews say staff remembered their names and preferences after a single night.

Food and amenities

The thing that sets Renomme apart is the breakfast buffet, which a lot of reviewers call the best they've had in Yekaterinburg — fresh meat, several kinds of cheese, bread baked each morning, seasonal fruit and fresh-squeezed juice. Some guests say it's the main reason they book again. Beyond that, there's a fitness room and free parking, which is genuinely hard to come by in this central area. Wi-Fi is stable throughout, and the 24-hour front desk helps with directions and restaurant tips. Foreign business travelers note the staff speak good English and sort things out quickly.

Location and getting there

Sitting on 8 Marta street, Renomme puts the city within easy reach. Geologicheskaya Metro is a 3-minute walk, which makes getting around simple, and Greenwich Shopping Center — with shops, restaurants and a Butterfly Park — is within walking distance. Church on the Blood, built in memory of Tsar Nicholas II, is a short ride away, and the modern Yeltsin Center museum is close too. For a business traveler who wants a central base, this is about as well-placed as it gets, near the business district, the malls and the main sights all at once.

Things to know before booking

It isn't cheap for the city: rooms start around $63 a night, above the local 3-star hotels, so you're paying for the service and breakfast more than for floor space. The rooms are comfortable but not large. And because there are only 58 rooms, it books out fast in high season — reserve early if your dates are fixed.

Our take

Renomme is the best fit for travelers who care more about good service and a strong breakfast than a big room. Couples and business travelers will like the warm, personal feel and the attentive staff of a real boutique. If you want the highest-rated hotel in Yekaterinburg without paying 5-star money, this is the answer — from around $63 a night, it earns every dollar.