Kyiv's Hotel Ukraine, a Stalin-era giant

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Hotel Ukraine

Top choice in Kyiv


This Stalin-era giant presiding over maydan Nezalezhnosti offers solid value smack dab in the centre of town. Short on comforts, big on atmosphere, its 368 rooms have glorious views and air-con to protect you from natural and political heat should further revolutions arise just outside. A big Ukrainian buffet breakfast is part of the package.


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