A luxury experience in Yerevan, Armenia’s capital

As the first hotel that opened in Armenia in 1928, the Grand Hotel Yerevan has become an icon within the country’s capital itself. Nestled in the heart of downtown Yerevan, this sophisticated and European-style boutique hotel is short walking distance from almost all of the city’s charming attractions. Cobblestone sidewalks lead up to its doors and to surrounding eateries and cafes, museums, entertainment, and nightlife in every direction you turn.

The state is having a more active role in developing its promotion of the tourism sector. Following their lead, the staff at the Grand Hotel Yerevan wants to do their part by ensuring guests leave with an enjoyable and memorable experience of Armenia. “The positive impact of the hotel on the country would be our attempt to give the right service to our guests and not let them go back with a wrong impression of the country. We try to support our guests in everything during their stay and make them feel at home,” said Antonio Petrucci, General Manager of Grand Hotel Yerevan. The hotel’s parent company, Renco, emphasizes reinvesting in Armenia through different public backed projects. “We are not businessmen from Italy who constructed just one hotel in Armenia but have been investing here for ten years. It is imperative to build a relationship with the country,” said Petrucci.

The hotel recently finished a complete renovation of its accommodations, including 84 standard rooms, nine junior suites, seven suites and two presidential rooms. They want to enhance guest’s stay by merging Italian business acumen with Armenian hospitality -- something that the people of Armenia are lauded for authentically sharing. “We excel at combining Armenian hospitality with our expertise and know-hows for staying in this business,” said Petrucci. He feels that the staff having a one-on-one type of personal rapport with guests is the key make them feel welcome, guaranteeing the most pleasant stay possible. “I like to personally spend time with the guests and give them the right understanding of the country.” The hotel assists guests facilitate specialty tours within Yerevan and outside the city as well.

Grand Hotel Yerevan offers fabulous amenities for those staying with them, such as an open-air swimming pool, fitness center, and specialty spa and concierge services. It is also home to one of the most acclaimed restaurants in the city, Ristorante Rossini, offering authentic Italian cuisine. Adding to this, they been partners with Armenia’s Golden Apricot International Film Festival for 13 years, having received awards from them in 2015 and most recently 2016, and wanting to expand with other co-operations. The hotel has also officially passed the Small Luxury Hotels of the World, SLH. “We are looking for any kinds of partnerships that will let us promote Armenian culture. We are up to any cultural collaboration,” said Petrucci.
Visitors who are planning a trip to Yerevan and looking for a luxurious yet comfortable stay need to look no further than Grand Hotel Yerevan.

-One World Media