4.1-Rated Hotels Near Simonov Monastery

Moscow State Historical Museum Hotel is just a 3-minute walk from Simonov Monastery, offering historically themed rooms with authentic 15th-century architectural details. Some suites provide panoramic views of the monastery’s red walls and spires.

The hotel offers complimentary guided tours to the Cathedral of the Assumption and the Ancient Arms Exhibition, along with a boutique shop selling handcrafted icons and Orthodox incense. For exclusive perks like priority entry and curated travel guides, book through the HopeGoo app.

Stay at Simonov Monastery Hotel, where every room features views of the golden domes and bell tower. The hotel provides free shuttle service daily to the main church complex and offers multilingual audio guide rentals in Chinese, English, and Russian.

Inside the property, the "Monastery Culture Corner" displays 17th-century manuscripts and sacred relics, enriching your stay with Eastern Orthodox heritage. Book via HopeGoo to receive a limited-edition monastery commemorative badge and personalized tour map.

Cloister Café, located just outside Simonov Monastery’s entrance, is run by descendants of monks and specializes in traditional Russian pastries like jam-filled rolls and rye bread with sour cream. Its garden courtyard mirrors the monastery’s historic layout, and it hosts Orthodox classical music concerts every Friday evening.

Another must-visit is Neva Street Cottage, only 200 meters away, famed for its handmade honey walnut pastries. The outdoor terrace offers stunning night views of the monastery. Both venues offer exclusive discounts for HopeGoo members, including free desserts and drink vouchers.