A short stroll from candy-coloured Saint Basil’s Cathedral and historic Red Square, Hotel Baltschug Kempinski Moscow is an unbeatable base from which to explore this architecturally fascinating city. Ogle at the soul-stirring Art Deco lobby, and gorge on caviar with blinis or freshly shelled crab at the hotel’s restaurant. Tip: Certain rooms come with Red Square views, so make sure to ask for one of them.