Classic Twin Room River View
- 2 Single beds
- Shower
- Heating
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
Hotel · Kyiv · Kyiv Region
Bakkara Hotel
A converted riverboat hotel on Venice Island, with balconied rooms, a terrace, and a handy metro connection to central Kyiv.
- On a riverboat with river-view rooms and balconies
- 5-10 minute walk to the metro stop
- On-site restaurant, bar, and packed lunch service
8.6
Great
1599 reviews
Booking.com 8.6 · 1599 reviews
About
Bakkara Hotel
Bakkara Hotel is a riverboat hotel moored on Venice Island in Kyiv, a short stroll from the Dnipro’s edge. It offers a singular backdrop for a city break – part of its charm is simply being on the water, with a terrace, a sun deck, and garden furniture where you can watch the river go by.
The hotel field is set up for convenience over formality: private parking on site, an ATM, a lift, 24-hour reception, and a restaurant that also prepares packed lunches for early departures. Rooms are straightforward and carpeted, with air conditioning, heating, and a balcony – many facing the river.
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
4 reasons to book- Unique riverboat setting — Guests consistently note the novelty of staying on a boat, with many rooms featuring river views and small balconies. On-site amenities include a terrace, sun terrace, and garden furniture.
- Convenient location near metro — The hotel is a 5-10 minute walk from the metro stop, with a 5-minute ride to downtown. Landmarks like the Great Lavra Belltower are within a 25-minute walk.
- Friendly and helpful staff — Reviewers highlight welcoming staff, singling out Ilya at the front desk. Service scores 8.8, one of the highest categories.
- On-site dining with packed lunches — The hotel restaurant serves good food, and the kitchen can prepare packed lunches for early starts. In-room breakfast is also available.
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Worth weighing
4 to weigh- Thin walls between rooms — One reviewer notes that you can hear noise from adjacent rooms, which may be a concern for light sleepers. Structural limitations of a boat design may contribute.
- Modest bathroom size — A guest mentions that river-view rooms are comfortable but bathrooms could be larger—a common trade-off on a boat.
- Facilities rating below average — Guest rating for Facilities is 7.0, the lowest category. While the hotel has many amenities, the physical facilities on a boat may feel limited.
- Breakfast receives mixed reviews — Some guests found the breakfast satisfactory, but another described it as 'just ok.' It's included but may not be a highlight.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Classic Twin Room Park View
- 2 Single beds
- Shower
- Heating
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
Classic Double Room Park View
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
Classic Double Room River View
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
Deluxe Double Room Park View
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
Deluxe Double Room River View
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
Parking & transport
- Parking
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Paid airport shuttle
Food & drink
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- In-room breakfast
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
- Children's menu
- Picnic area/ Tables
- BBQ facilities
Services & facilities
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Luggage storage
- ATM/Cash machine
- Safe deposit box
- Room service
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Ironing facilities
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Outdoors & leisure
- Terrace
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Garden furniture
- Sun loungers
- Leisure/ TV room
- Massage
In-room comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Carpeted floor
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
- Electric kettle
- Free toiletries
Family & kids
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
- Playpen
- Board games
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 8.6/10 from 1,599 reviews
Booking.com · 8.6 · 1599 reviews
8.6Verified guest“The hotel has a lovely setting near the beach area, about a 5-minute Metro ride away. The indoor restaurant serves great food.”
8.6Verified guest“I loved the interior – the furniture design was really special.”
8.6Verified guest“Excellent room service!”
8.6Verified guest“We loved the convenient location close to the metro and beach complex. The rooms had a great view of the river and were comfortable. Perfect for young families!”
8.6Verified guest“It’s a 10-minute walk from the metro stop. The hotel is actually on an old boat.”
8.6Verified guest“The packed breakfast was satisfactory and came with a great view. The location is just off the metro station – about a 5-minute metro ride. Really enjoyed early check-in and late check-out.”
04 — Location
Getting around Kyiv
The property sits in Kyiv.
Getting around: The hotel is a 5-10 minute walk from the metro stop, with a 5-minute ride to downtown Kyiv. You can also reach the Great Lavra Belltower in about 25 minutes on foot.
Nearby attractions: Mariyinsky Palace is about 25 minutes away on foot. Fairgrounds and shops are conveniently located around the hotel.
1 Venice Island, Kyiv, Kyiv Region, 04070, Ukraine
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.
- Check-in
- From 14:00-23:59
- Check-out
- By 12:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Allowed
- Property
- 90 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
Is parking available at Bakkara Hotel?
Yes, there is private parking on site. An electric vehicle charging station is also available.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 14:00 to 23:59, and check-out is until 12:00. Some guests appreciated early check-in and late check-out during their stay.
Does the hotel offer airport shuttle service?
Yes, a paid airport shuttle is available.
Are pets allowed at the hotel?
Yes, pets are allowed, and pet amenities are available.
Is there a restaurant on site?
Yes, the hotel has a restaurant, a bar/lounge area, and offers packed lunches and in-room breakfast.
The bottom line
For travellers who want a hotel with personality—a riverboat docked on the Dnipro—Bakkara delivers location, river views, and friendly service. Keep expectations realistic about soundproofing and bathroom size, and you’ll likely enjoy the quirk.
8.6Based on 1,599 reviews and an 8.6 rating.
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