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Located in the foothills of the Main Caucasus Range, in the Greater Sochi region, on the territory of Krasnaya Polyana. Tourists here can expect picturesque landscapes, beautiful architecture and a high level of service.

History of the resort

“Gorki Gorod” (reviews are given in the article) is a fairly young resort. Even before the Olympics, the administration of the Krasnodar Territory made a decision to create and develop a modern ski complex called “Mountain Carousel”. When Sochi was chosen as the venue for the 2014 Olympics, a project was developed to build a media village. It was supposed to house absolutely all the media whose task was to tell the whole world about the competition. This place was also supposed to be a center of cultural and sports life. The choice fell on the “Mountain Carousel” for a reason, because currently the complex is the largest ski resort in all of Krasnaya Polyana. Only this complex had such a vast territory that it was possible to build an entire city and allow Olympic participants to live in 3,000 rooms.

In 2010, the promising project was approved and received a building permit. When developing the plan, the experience of urban planning of famous European resorts was used. And an architect who designed objects in Courchevel was invited as a consultant.

Currently, the total area of ​​the stunning resort is 863.7 hectares.

Complex infrastructure

What is Gorki Gorod? Reviews from tourists who visited the resort give some idea of ​​its scale. Now this is not an ordinary ski resort, but a real city with a well-developed infrastructure. Hundreds of thousands of tourists from Russia and other countries visit it all year round. The all-season resort welcomes guests at any time of the year.

It is worth noting that the resort has a certain infrastructure and is located on four levels:

1. “Lower City” - at an altitude of + 540 m.
2. “Upper City” - at an altitude of +960 m.
3. Cable cars, excursion sites, ski slopes - at altitudes of +2200 and +1500 m.

The highest point of descent is the Black Pyramid peak, located at an altitude of +2340 meters above sea level.

The “upper” and “lower” levels are connected by cable cars and roads. The city can accommodate up to ten thousand people at the same time. What is so special about a resort like Gorki Gorod? Reviews from tourists indicate the presence of a variety of objects on its territory. There are shops, nightclubs, an indoor water park with sandy beaches, a multi-level entertainment center, billiards, bowling, kindergartens and clubs, and sports schools. In addition, guests can visit various spa centers, outdoor and indoor swimming pools, beauty salons, gyms and a medical center.

Tourists have the opportunity to stay in 11 facilities with a total of 3,070 rooms. At the same time, apartments and hotels can accommodate up to 6,500 people. Its own number of rooms consists of apartments and the Gorki hotel chain. In addition, the complex includes famous establishments of such brands as Marriot Rixos.

"Lower City"

On the territory of the “Lower Town” there are several hotels, the number of rooms of which consists of 2000 apartments. In addition, there are such facilities as an entertainment center, which was a media center during the Olympics, shops, fairs, playgrounds, a water park, and a medical center.

The mountain river Mzymta stretches along the resort. An embankment with wide pedestrian areas and recreation areas was built on its shore. It is this part of the Gorki Gorod resort (reviews are given in the article), according to tourists, that is more democratic and active. The cable car starts here.

"Upper City"

What can please the upper level of the Gorki Gorod resort (Sochi)? Reviews from tourists note that holidays in the “Upper City” are more measured and calm. The architecture of the buildings is somewhat reminiscent of the aristocratic style of the cities of France, Italy and Spain. In addition to an extensive hotel chain with 1,070 apartments, there are restaurants, cafes, and areas for sports and cultural events.

Holidays in winter

Due to the unique location of the mountains, the resort's ski season is long. It starts in December and ends at the end of May. In winter, thirty kilometers of slopes await guests of the Gorki Gorod complex. The trails (reviews are direct confirmation of this) have a variety of difficulty levels, among them there are even trails illuminated for evening skiing and with artificial turf.

In winter, guests can use eleven chairlifts and gondolas. For tourists, the resort has ski equipment rental centers, instructor schools, and a children's club. Caring for the safety of guests, the resort administration made sure that only highly qualified specialists worked in rescue groups.

Summer rest

The complex is of interest not only in winter. During the warm season, guests are offered all sorts of activities to make their stay in such a wonderful place as Gorki Gorod (Sochi) interesting. Reviews from tourists who vacationed here in the summer indicate that there is a unique set of trails built for downhill cycling, called the “Gorki Bike Park.” For mountain biking training, the complex provides dirt and wooden pump tracks, as well as a skill park.

Active tourists have a unique opportunity to go on foot along tourist routes of various difficulty levels. Resort guests can see alpine meadows, go to Medvezhiy waterfall, visit relict forest and

In addition, the whole family can go to the rope park. There are not only simple trails, but also extreme routes, everyone will find interesting entertainment for themselves. And for children, we have developed our own routes that do not require special preparation.

The rope park employs experienced instructors who will certainly teach you how to use the equipment correctly. For the most daring and experienced guests, the “Mountain Panorama” and “Sky Bike” routes will be a real challenge. Their passage will give you unforgettable impressions and emotions.

Active entertainment includes ATV excursions, during which tourists are invited to visit the most beautiful places in Sochi Park.

Rafting enthusiasts can master three possible rafting routes. If the first two of them are designed for unprepared people, then the third route is only suitable for extreme sports enthusiasts.

Scooters, Segways, bicycles and roller skates can be rented at the resort.

Apartments "Gorki Gorod"

Tourists planning a trip to an all-season resort should think in advance about accommodation options on the territory of the Gorki-Gorod complex. Apartments (we will give reviews of them below in the article), located in the very center of Krasnaya Polyana, can be an excellent option for a comfortable stay.

Near the hotel there is the main cable car line, instructor schools, a water park, rental shops and a cinema. What rooms are offered to vacationers at the Gorki Gorod complex? The apartments (reviews regarding the rooms are extremely positive) of the complex have an area of ​​40 to 200 sq. m. V. All are equipped with a kitchen, safe, TV and air conditioning. Extra beds in the rooms are provided on folding sofas.

Guest bathrooms include cosmetics, cleaning products and a hairdryer. All rooms are equipped with wireless Internet (free) and satellite channels (more than a hundred programs).

The modern hotel "Gorki Gorod" (reviews confirm this) has a convenient location, as it is close to all the ski areas that exist on the territory of Krasnaya Polyana. The hotel complex is quite easy to get to, as it is located a five-minute drive from the railway station and forty minutes from Sochi airport.

Gorki Gorod Hotel: apartments

Reviews from tourists regarding the number of rooms give reason to recommend the hotel as a good place to stay. New modern apartments (more than a thousand in total) offer accommodation in rooms of different categories. They all have individual layouts, different sizes and differ in the number of bedrooms; there can be from one to five. All apartments are equipped with a kitchen, which is equipped with a dishwasher, microwave, refrigerator, kettle and utensils.

What types of accommodation does the Gorki Gorod Hotel offer? Reviews from vacationers indicate the availability of the following categories of rooms:

1. One bedroom apartment (area 50 sq. m.).
2. Apartment with two bedrooms (area 100 sq. m.).
3. Apartment with three bedrooms (area 135 sq. m.).

The largest rooms have five bedrooms. Among the extensive number of rooms there are spacious and small rooms. In addition, most of the rooms have open terraces or French balconies. A modern air conditioning and heating system makes your stay at Gorki Gorod very comfortable. Reviews from tourists indicate that the indoor temperature is maintained at a very comfortable temperature. And all thanks to equipping the rooms with individual thermostats.

Hotel "Gorki Gorod" (Krasnaya Polyana): reviews from tourists

Speaking about the hotel complex, I would like to refer to the reviews of guests who recently vacationed there. Is the Gorki Gorod apart-hotel (Krasnaya Polyana) really that good? Reviews from tourists are mostly positive. Almost all vacationers are very satisfied with their stay at the hotel. Guests especially like the presence of kitchens in the apartments. This makes it possible to significantly save on food. Most tourists take advantage of the opportunity to cook their own food.

According to the guests, the rooms are excellently equipped and have everything you could need during your stay at the Gorki Gorod complex. The 3* apart-hotel (reviews are given in the article) is convenient in all respects: from location to service. The hotel staff is attentive to guests and tries to help in all matters.

But cleaning is an issue on which guests express completely opposite opinions, which gives reason to doubt the quality of room service at the 3* Gorki Gorod hotel. Reviews from guests are quite contradictory, although most people remain incredibly satisfied not only with the rooms, but also with the cleaning and quality of service. Complaints about cleaning appear to be related to the human factor. After all, the complex consists of many buildings, each of which serves its own staff. Apparently, not everyone is lucky with their maids.

According to guests, the hotel is located in an area with excellent infrastructure. Nearby there are entertainment venues, a supermarket with reasonable prices (products are not overpriced), shops and restaurants.

Resort entertainment

During the cold season, tourists have an excellent opportunity to pamper themselves and their children with a trip to the beautiful water park. “Gorki Gorod” (guest reviews confirm this fact) is good because it has a wide variety of entertainment on its territory, which are available at any time of the year and in any weather.

The water park with the beautiful name “Beach in the Mountains” allows you to instantly find yourself in a hot summer atmosphere and enjoy water attractions. At the same time, raising your eyes up to the transparent dome, you can admire the snow-capped peaks. Such a striking contrast makes the holiday even more interesting.

According to tourists, the water park is definitely worth visiting for all resort guests to get a lot of pleasant emotions. After all, here you can relax on a real sandy beach surrounded by mountains, take part in entertainment events, tournaments, sports games conducted by animators, play badminton and volleyball, visit the Finnish sauna and jacuzzi, massage sessions, a beach restaurant, and just ride slides and swim in the pools. According to guests, there is simply no better entertainment during the cold season. Tourists leave very good reviews about the massage that can be enjoyed in the water park. Here you can be offered the following types: acupuncture, vacuum, lymphatic drainage, anti-cellulite, Chinese acupressure, classic and many others.

Guests of the resort have the opportunity to visit numerous spa complexes: Soul Spa, spa of the Rixos hotel, spa centers of the Gorki and Panorama hotels. Each of these establishments offers a wide range of services and also has its own characteristics. To have an idea about each one, you need to visit all the spa complexes. Here you can enjoy treatments, relax by indoor and outdoor pools, and visit gyms.

In addition, resort guests can visit a cinema, numerous clubs, bowling, paragliding, pick up and go on excursions.

Among the most popular excursion programs are the following areas:

1. Mount Akhun.
2. Sightseeing trip around Sochi.
3. Olympic Park.
4. Holy places.
5. Matsestinskaya Valley.
6. Funny animals.
7. Olympic Krasnaya Polyana.
8. Four forces.

On the territory of the complex, a variety of entertainments have been thought out for tourists, which will help make their vacation unforgettable.

One of the most popular places is the Bike Park, built on the northern part of Mount Aibga, in the “Mountain Carousel” area. Bicycle trails of varying difficulty are approximately 7.5 kilometers long. The park is equipped with everything necessary for a comfortable stay and has a developed infrastructure.

The Gorki Gorod complex provides a free daily shuttle bus to Sochi. Anyone can use its services.

Wellness programs

“Gorki Gorod” is an all-season resort that tourists visit not only for active recreation, but also to restore and improve their health. The complex is located in a unique area of ​​the reserve; its own microclimate has been formed here, thanks to the combination of mountain and sea air. This mountain climate has a beneficial effect on people suffering from hypertension, bronchial asthma, coronary artery disease, bronchitis and many other diseases.

Special wellness programs have been developed for resort guests, including a range of procedures. Among them are the following areas: weight loss, facial rejuvenation, healthy heart, detox, healthy child, free breathing and others.

Resort restaurants and cafes

What restaurants can Gorki Gorod offer? Reviews from tourists indicate that there are an incredible number of similar establishments at the resort. Let's list just a few of them: "Brunello", "Buffett", "Lolivo", "Rivet", "Medora", "Gorky House", "Japan Mama", "People", "Petersburg", "Nippon House", " Frau Martha", "Uzbek", "Romanov" and many others. All establishments have excellent cuisine and wonderful interiors, so an evening spent in one of them will not only give you a pleasant experience, but will also provide an opportunity to satisfy the most demanding gastronomic tastes.

No less impressive is the list of bars and cafes in the complex. Similar establishments can be found on almost every corner here. Among them there are the following establishments: “Royal”, “Good Place”, cafe-bakery, beach cafe in the water park, “Europe-bar”, “Sirtaki”, “Sherlock”, “Mustard”, “Guests” and many others.

For those vacationers who live in the Gorki Gorod apartments, a free food delivery service to the room is available. Anyone can use it.

It began in 2001, when the development and arrangement of the Gornaya Karusel ski complex began in Esto-Sadok. With Sochi receiving the right to host the 2014 Winter Games, construction of the Olympic media village began on the territory of the “Mountain Carousel”. It was this that became the basis of the future large-scale resort, which has now mastered 4 heights - 540 m, 960 m, 1500 m and 2200 m above sea level.

One of the authors of the ski resorts of the famous Courchevel, the French architect Pierre Diener, took part in the development of the Gorki Gorod project.

In addition to the media village, the resort was represented at the 2014 Games by the unique Russian Hills springboard complex, which has now become a national training center and venue for international competitions.

Today “Gorki Gorod” is ready to receive up to 50 thousand guests; hotels of famous international chains and cozy apartments are distributed throughout the “Upper” and “Lower” cities. The “Lower City” was built in Esto-Sadok, along the embankment of the Mzymta River. It is convenient to walk here, there is its own multi-level shopping and entertainment center, many cafes and restaurants, clubs, all the infrastructure necessary for skiing and a cable car station. “Upper City” is the territory of premium category hotels and spa centers at an altitude of 960 m. A bonus to staying here is beautiful panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and valleys of Krasnaya Polyana.

How to get there

First you need to get to Adler or Sochi. There are many options, but the easiest way is by plane. Sochi International Airport receives direct and charter flights from more than 60 cities in Russia, near and far abroad. Several airlines connect the ski capital of the country with the official capital. Direct tickets from Moscow, even in high season, can be purchased for 1600-3900 RUB, the flight will take about 2.5 hours. Prices on the page are indicated for November 2019.

From the airport to Esto-Sadok we go by bus, train, shuttle or taxi. Tickets for municipal buses No. 105 and 135 from Adler to Krasnaya Polyana cost 160 RUB. Buses run every hour from 5:40 to 18:40. Travel on Skybus buses is more expensive - 400 RUB per seat, but there are flights at 21:00, 0:00 and 2:30. Get off at the Marriott, GORKY GOROD MALL or Gorki Gorod ticket office stops.

Branded “Swallows” run from Sochi and Adler up to 6 times a day. We go to the final station “Rosa Khutor”, from there on foot or by taxi. A taxi within Krasnaya Polyana costs about 200-500 RUB, for short distances about 200 RUB.

You can also take a taxi from the airport. During high season, it is better to order a car in advance through one of the network dispatch services; the trip will cost 1300-2000 RUB. Private owners in winter and at odd hours can request 3000 RUB. But in the summer, when the influx of people wanting to get to Krasnaya Polyana and Esto-Sadok subsides, you can negotiate a price of 500-700 RUB.

Search for air tickets to Adler (the nearest airport to Gorki Gorod)

Ropeways and trails

The cable cars and snow trails of the Gorki Gorod resort are represented by another powerful brand - the sports and tourist complex Gornaya Karusel, located on the northern slope of the Aibga ridge.

During the Winter Olympics in Sochi, Gornaya Karusel was the only ski area open to everyone, which made it popular among riders from all over the world.

At the moment, riders have access to 29 trails of blue, green, red and black difficulty categories in 4 sectors of the ski complex. The total length of the ski area is about 25 km. The slopes are served by 12 chairlifts and gondola lifts, stretching along the slopes of the mountain for 11 km. The transfer stages of the “Mountain Carousel” are located at altitudes of 960 m, 1460 m and 2200 m above sea level. Each station is equipped with observation decks, recreation areas, restaurants and cafes.

Be sure to try evening skiing - “Mountain Carousel” has the longest trails in Krasnaya Polyana for such an exciting pastime. Illuminated trails are located at altitudes from 960 to 1460 m.

Ski passes

Daytime, midday and evening adult ski passes cost from 1,700 RUB in the spring season to 3,400 RUB during vacations and holidays, children's: 800-1,500 RUB. There are special offers for students, family packages, discounts for purchasing ski passes for several days in a row. Children under 6 years old and adults over 70 years old can ride for free; discounts are available for guests of preferential categories. A seasonal personalized ski pass for adults costs 28,000-35,000 RUB, for children - 12,000-15,000 RUB. A daily fast track will cost 7500 RUB.

The cost of excursion rides on cable cars depends on the duration of the route. The shortest walk from 540 m to 960 m above sea level will cost 200 RUB per child and 300 RUB per adult. The longest trip - to an altitude of 2200 m and back costs 1300 RUB for adults and 800 RUB for children. Children under 6 years old receive free admission.

Gorki City

Ski service

Rental

A wide selection of modern ski and snowboard equipment at the resort rentals allows you to go on vacation to Gorki Gorod lightly - professionals from rentals at 540 m and 950 m will help you pick up everything you need on site. In addition, this is an excellent way to test new equipment from famous brands before purchasing.

In addition to standard skis and boards, Gorki Gorod rentals offer such unusual equipment as monoskis, skis for freeride and park skiing, as well as dovetail snowboards.

For a standard ski and snowboard set they ask for 1200 RUB per day, for the VIP series equipment 2300 RUB, the exclusive ski series is priced at 2800 RUB, freeride sets - 2300 RUB, another 500 RUB is worth paying for renting an avalanche transceiver. Children's skis and boards cost 900 RUB per set; for cross-country skis with poles and boots, expect to pay 1,300 RUB. Here you can also rent protection, helmets and goggles, ski backpacks and poles - from 300 RUB to 400 RUB. One day rental of snowshoes: 400 RUB, rental of a “bun” tube: 500 RUB.

Education

If you want to start skiing or snowboarding, then welcome to the SmartSnow program. They teach the intricacies of riding to both kids and adults; moreover, not only beginners can ask for help, but also those who want to “pump up” to a new level of riding skill. An hour of classes at a basic level starts from 2000 RUB. To master more advanced skills under the supervision of an instructor of the highest category, you will have to pay from 5800 RUB for 2 hours of study.

Ski tours

A new height for those who have already conquered all the slopes of the Mountain Carousel. For off-piste ski trips, special routes have been laid through protected areas. Thanks to lightweight alpine skis, riders with an average level of training will be able to access slopes that do not have their own cable cars and lifts. You can go on a solo walk for a couple of hours, or you can do something much more adventurous and interesting - book a real walking trip for several days, accompanied by highly qualified guides.

Accommodation in Gorki Gorod

For the new season, Gorki Gorod opens its doors to 8 hotels and apartments in the 3, 4 and 5 star categories. Three hotels are located in the “Lower City”, at an altitude of 540 m above sea level. Another 5 are in the “Upper City”, at 960 m. The cost of one night in five-star rooms “Solis Sochi”, “Rixos Krasnaya Polyana” or “Marriott Sochi Krasnaya Polyana” starts from 8100-15 600 RUB. All four-star hotels - Gorki Grand, Gorki Panorama and Dolina 960 - were built in the Upper City. A room for two here will cost 3,300-10,400 RUB.

If you're lucky, an apartment with one bedroom, a balcony or terrace, a living room with a sitting area and a fully equipped kitchen in the Gorki City Apartments complex can be successfully booked for only 4,000 RUB, while the average price for such accommodation in high season is 7,500-8,500 RUB . The three-star standard at Gorki Plaza starts from 4,300 RUB.

Cafes and restaurants

The level and variety of drinking and eating establishments at the Gorki Gorod resort are simply off the charts. If you set yourself the goal of fully evaluating the cuisine and service in all the cafes, restaurants and bars of the “Lower” and “Upper” cities, then you need to take a vacation for at least two weeks, not really counting on skiing, since more than 40 of the brightest catering outlets await guests here formats and directions.

Gorki Gorod restaurants offer Russian, international, European, Italian, Mediterranean, Oriental, Pan-Asian and original cuisine. The average check in establishments ranges from 1000-3000 RUB. One of the most unusual places not only in the resort, but in the whole of Krasnaya Polyana, is perhaps the Lebanese restaurant Layali Oriental Lounge. It’s worth coming here not only for the original and exquisite cuisine, but also for the atmosphere created by oriental music and belly dancing. Dinning at Layali Oriental Lounge will cost an average of 2000 RUB per guest. Another unique place is the Brusnika restaurant; it is notable at least for the fact that it is located at an altitude of 2200 m above sea level. The food is generous and tasty, the average bill is from 1500 RUB. On Fridays and Saturdays they host Dj sets and après-ski parties. The only negative is that “Brusnika” is open only until 17:00.

You can have an inexpensive and tasty snack or sit with friends in one of the resort’s cafes and bars. In total there are more than a dozen of them on the territory of Gorki Gorod. Average check: 1500 RUB. The good mood bar "Orange Cat" is especially notable for its opening hours - it is the only establishment of the resort that is open all night from 18:00 to 6:00. The Gorki Grand lobby bar is famous for the largest collection of whiskey in the region, and its brother from the Sochi Marriott Krasnaya Polyana is famous for its rich tea list. “Katyusha Plus” is open until midnight, the “trick” is hearty homemade lunches and takeaway food, average bill: 500 RUB. In between skiing, without going down the mountain to the village, go to the “Sugrob” cafe, which is on the second stage of the “Carousel-2” ski lift; sitting by the open fireplace accompanied by warming cocktails and grilled dishes will cost an average of 600-800 RUB . In Mr. Hookah & Mr. Coffee people come for the aromas of hookahs, coffee and teas, and the Cake Shop and Lokum confectioneries are simply a must-visit for those with a sweet tooth of all ages.

The most budget option for lunch, breakfast or dinner is the food court in the Gorky Gorod Mall. Its establishments are open from 10:00 to 22:00, the average check per guest is about 300 RUB. Here you can taste the legendary Ossetian pies, order salad, wok, rolls and sushi, eat sandwiches from Subway or have a hearty lunch of classic Russian cuisine at Mama.ru.

Entertainment at the Gorki Gorod resort

The focus of the resort's off-piste entertainment is the 5-level multifunctional shopping and entertainment center Gorky Gorod Mall. More than 20 different stores await those who miss shopping; all the latest news from world cinema are shown in 4 halls of the StarCinema multiplex cinema. At the Mountain Beach water park it is always +30 °C, even if you can see the snow-capped mountain peaks through the transparent dome. Bowling fans should definitely visit Lucky Strike: the establishment with 8 professionally equipped QubicaAMF lanes is designed in the retro style of classic American bowling clubs. Here you can play air hockey, sit in a bar or test your reactions on various simulators. The FunCity entertainment center is perfect for fun family entertainment. In this city of entertainment there are exciting attractions for children from two years old, for their adult brothers and sisters, and even for parents who have not lost the spirit of excitement and adventure. If you get hungry, feel free to go to the food court of the shopping center. The food is tasty and inexpensive.

If you need to relax and find inner balance, choose one of the resort's four spa complexes. Here you can recharge your morning energy in fitness centers and gyms. By the way, spa services may be free for resort hotel guests. Be sure to clarify this point when booking or checking in; losing such opportunities through ignorance will be unforgivable.

From the category of unusual. Every evening throughout the high season until March 31 at 18:30 and 19:30 in the “Upper City” they promise to organize a projection video show with a fabulous and vibrant story about the mountains. The canvases for the 3D-mapping show will be the facades of hotels in the Gorki Gorod resort. The show is free for everyone, the duration of the program is 10 minutes.

Summer in Gorki Gorod

"Gorki" rightfully classifies itself as an all-season resort - it is not at all necessary to rush here specifically for the virgin snow of the winter slopes. And since spring and autumn in Krasnaya Polyana are very fleeting concepts, almost all non-winter activities can be classified as summer entertainment. And there’s plenty to keep yourself occupied, even without taking into account the cable car excursions that are standard for all resort guests.

For example, you can visit the unique Olympic site “Russian Hills”. Competitions and training of athletes on the Gorok springboards take place even in the summer; this is worth seeing and capturing.

When the mountain slopes change their color from white to green, ecological hiking trails of different difficulty levels open in Gorki Gorod. Walking along eco-routes is free, but for some you will have to fork out for a cable car ride. You can also book an individual tour or join a group tour. An hour of useful walking accompanied by an instructor will cost 600 RUB for a one-on-one forced march.

During the warm season, adults and children over 7 years old can test their agility on the routes of the local rope amusement park. Children's and family obstacle courses are located at a height of up to 3 m, adult areas reach 10 m in height. Entertainment for the whole day without restrictions on routes costs 800 RUB for all guests of the park.

Bike

A whole separate entertainment industry with its own infrastructure and features. For regular walks around the “Upper” and “Lower” parts of the resort, as well as other areas of Esto-Sadk, we recommend renting a regular cruise bike. The adult version will cost 800 RUB per day, the “tandem” version costs 1400 RUB, and the children’s version costs 600 RUB.

Connoisseurs of two-wheeled off-road vehicles will find a vehicle to suit their needs at the Gornaya Karusel rental complex. Entry-level adult mountain bikes will cost 1,150 RUB per day of rental, more expensive professional bikes - up to 2,400 RUB, junior bikes - 600-800 RUB. Don’t forget protection, goggles and a helmet; a full set will cost about 1200 RUB. Now you can go to conquer the “Gorki Bike Park”, located at an altitude of almost 1000 m above sea level. Here, riders have access to more than 7 km of trails of varying difficulty - from gentle green trails to high-speed descents, with elevation changes of up to 340 m, sharp turns and convenient rest points.

Weather in Gorki Gorod

When going skiing in Gorki Gorod, take care of lightweight and breathable equipment - winters here are snowy, but warm and humid. The ski season opens in the second half of December and lasts almost until May. There is no need to be afraid of frosts - the powerful ridges of the Caucasus Mountains do not let in cold from outside, and also do not release sea heat, creating a unique mountain-sea microclimate in Krasnaya Polyana and its environs. In May it quickly becomes warm, everything blooms and turns green before our eyes. Already in June you can come down from the mountains, tired of long walks along tourist trails, and swim in the Black Sea. In summer, the resort is nice and pleasant, sometimes it gets hot, but not critical. You can wear light clothing almost until November. You can and should come to breathe fresh mountain air at any time of the year.

Everyone has heard about Krasnaya Polyana, near Sochi, and about Rosa Khutor. But Gorki Gorod, which is located just on the way to Rosa Khutor, is not yet known to all beach lovers. Although this place is certainly not interesting for lovers of beaches and sand. Gorki City is a ski resort.

Gorki Gorod is located in the most beautiful and protected places in the Krasnaya Polyana area. Modern hotels and apartments, spa centers, and restaurants have been built here. A developed infrastructure has been created for sports and comfortable recreation.

This is not just a ski resort. You can come here not only in the winter season. Relaxing and having fun in Gorki Gorod, as well as in Rosa Khutor, is possible all year round. And skiing can be a pleasant addition to the overall program, but not the main goal.

All-season and mountain Gorki Gorod resort

Today “Gorki Gorod” is an entire city with a full-fledged infrastructure, where hundreds of thousands of tourists from Russia and abroad vacation throughout the year. Therefore the full name sounds like all-season and mountain resort "Gorki Gorod".

Gorki City is located on four levels:

• +540m – “Lower City”,
• +960m – “Upper City”,
• +1500m and +2200m – cable cars, ski slopes, excursion sites and routes.

The highest point of the routes is the Black Pyramid peak of the Aibga ridge, mark + 2375m above sea level.

A road and cable car connect the “Lower” and “Upper” levels.

The resort can provide its services to about 10 thousand people at a time. The infrastructure of the resort is described in this article.

Accommodation

The resort has 11 of its own high-class hotels with a total capacity of more than 3,000 rooms and a one-time capacity of 6.5 thousand people. There are also hotels of famous brands Rixos and Marriott here.

In the “Lower City” there are two hotels and the main apart-complexes, sports facilities, SPA complexes, a shopping gallery, a congress center, restaurants, playgrounds and an indoor water park. Places for entertainment are mainly concentrated in this part of the resort.

The “Upper City” in appearance is very reminiscent of the resort settlements of the Mediterranean. Here you can stay in high-class apartments by choosing one of seven 7 hotels. At +960 m there is also a huge SPA center (9000 square meters). This part of the resort is visited by those who prefer comfort, peace and privacy on vacation.

Project history

The resort in this place began to be created even before the Olympics. This was a project of the administration of the Krasnodar region and a group of private investors. It was planned to build a ski complex, which is called “Mountain Carousel”.

When it became known that the 2014 Olympics would be held in Sochi, the company managing the complex decided to take on an important mission - the construction of a media village at the resort. This village still exists today. It was here that media representatives lived and worked, telling the whole world about competitions such as skiing, bobsleigh, biathlon, freestyle or ski jumping. The tallest, safest and most expensive ski jump in the world was built here.

It was in Gorki Gorod that the center of sports and cultural life of the mountain cluster of the 2014 Winter Olympics was located. And this is no coincidence. The development of the sports and tourist complex “Mountain Carousel” had already begun at that time. It is still the largest ski resort in Krasnaya Polyana. Only here the territory made it possible to build an entire city and provide accommodation for Olympic participants.

Ours didn’t skimp on design either. The French architect Pierre Diener, who became famous for designing the ski facilities of Courchevel, was invited as a consultant.

Mountain Carousel

Those who love snow, skiing and mountains are attracted here, first of all, by the “Mountain Carousel”. Do not confuse Mountain Carousel and Gorki Gorod. It's not the same thing. Gorki Gorod is a resort as a whole, and on its territory there is a complex Mountain Carousel(in a village called Esto-Sadok on the mountain slopes).

Mountain Carousel offers 27 kilometers of ski slopes, which, according to snowboarding and skiing enthusiasts, are in no way inferior to European slopes. The trails are located between altitudes from 960 to 1460 meters. Varying in difficulty: " red" And " black», « green" And " blue" That is, there are options for skiing for both experienced and beginner skiers.

Lighted trails have recently opened for evening skiing. The number of snow cannons that I saw on the slopes in Rosa Khutor and here is amazing. I don't know if they all work, but they do. With their help, they solve the problem that Sochi is the southern and coastal part of Russia, and there is actually a problem with snow here. The resort has the longest skiing season - from December to May.

12 chairlifts and gondola lifts deliver skiers to the mountain slopes. The ascent on each section of the cable car takes up to 15 minutes on average. The transfer sites are located at an altitude of 960 m, 1459 m and 2200 m. And to get from the launch site (altitude 540 meters) to the farthest point “Circus-3” will take a little more than an hour.

Well, like any resort, ski equipment rental works. There are instructors and master classes for beginners.

Ski pass

The cost of tickets depends on their type (excursion or sports ski passes). There are gradations for students, children, beneficiaries, and also depending on the zone and time of action.

Free ticket provided to children under 6 years of age, disabled children, disabled people of the 1st group, WWII veterans and persons over 75 years of age.

On peak days (from December 26 to January 10): an adult sports day ski pass costs 2300 rubles, a child (from 6 to 16 years old) - 1600 rubles, in high season (January 11 - March 31): an adult - 1800 rubles, for children – 1200 rubles.

It’s easy to check the cost of ski passes on the resort’s official website.

Gorki City Mall

But enough about skiing. Let's go for a ride, and where to spend time in the evening or in the summer. Both adults and adults with children can have fun at the Gorki City Mall shopping and entertainment center. There are more than 100 attractions for children. For adults, shopping areas, nightclub, bowling, air hockey, digital cinema. There are places to have a tasty snack.

The highlight of the Gorka City Mall is, of course, the Mountain Beach water park located on the roof.

This beach has natural sand, which is even heated in winter. The water park is covered with a transparent roof that allows the sun's rays to pass through. There is a lot of sun here due to the fact that Gorki City is located in the mountains. The water park has a swimming pool with imitation of ocean waves, seven water slides of varying heights and difficulties, a large pool with heated water, a jacuzzi, and a shallow children's pool.

So you can have fun and relax in the Gorki City Mall water park all year round.

Summer holidays at the Gorki Gorod resort

You won’t be able to go skiing in the summer season, but Gorki Gorod still provides plenty of options for active recreation in the mountains. Having relaxed enough on the beaches in the Imereti Lowland (Adler), you can devote a day, or maybe more, to the mountains.

For the strong and resilient, you can go to conquer the Rope Park, walk or horseback ride along eco-trails, visit relict forests, the Medvezhiy waterfall and other protected areas of nature. You can do yoga in the mountains, go mountain biking down the highway at the Bike Park. Dolina 960 4*

How to get there?

All resorts in the Krasnaya Polyana area are unique in that they are located a short distance from the sea. The Black Sea coast is located just 40 kilometers from the peaks of the Caucasus ridge.

From Adler you can get to this mountain resort in just half an hour by arriving at the Esto-Sadok station on the Lastochka high-speed train. There is a free bus from the final stop that takes guests to the ski lift. Its route is drawn up taking into account the arrival time of the train.

From the airport to Gorki Gorod you can take a free shuttle that runs along the route: Gorki Gorod - Airport.

From Adler - by buses 105 and 135, or by transfer with excursion.

Hello. In general, the Krasnaya Polyana resort consists of several complexes, and today we’ll talk about one of them, namely, we are interested in the Gorki Gorod ski resort. It is comfortably located on the mountain slopes of the Caucasus Range, approximately 70 km from the city of Sochi at elevations of +540 m, + 960 m above sea level, very close to the Russian Hills ski jumping complex.

Thanks to its two-level location and developed infrastructure, this no less popular resort in Russia is suitable both for a relaxing luxury holiday and for those who prefer an active lifestyle. What to do here? Yes, there are many things, for example, various sports, ecotourism, SPA, shopping, a large amount of entertainment for the whole family is at your service. And relaxation in harmony with wonderful nature makes this place popular with tourists all year round.

Total length of trails

STC “Mountain Carousel”, its length is about 30 km and it includes tracks consisting of several levels of difficulty:

• 10 blue (for those who are familiar with alpine skiing, but not that well).
• 13 red (advanced pistes).
• 4 black (the most difficult slopes, the elite of skiing).
• 2 green (easiest level).

Artificial snowmaking and lighting systems make it possible to organize even night skiing on the slopes and extend the season of active winter recreation. The complex has 3 transfer “steps” at altitudes of 960 m, 1450 m, 2200 m above sea level, as well as extensive ski areas at altitudes from 960 m to 2300 m. Maximum ski altitude: 2300 m, maximum elevation difference: 1340 m.

It should be remembered that you can ride from December to May.

Lifts

The resort has 12 gondola and chair lifts. Hotels are located at a distance from 200 m to 1000 m from the ski lifts. Many hotels offer delivery to the ski lifts. "Gornaya Karusel" provides lockers in the rental area.

Accommodation

Ski resort Gorki The city is divided into two sectors. “Lower City” of the Lifestyle category is located at an altitude of 540 m above sea level and includes the Marriot and Gorki Plaza hotels, as well as a shopping and entertainment complex with numerous shops, cafes and restaurants, and an indoor water park. “Upper City” of the Premium category is located already at 960 m above sea level and includes the hotels Gorki Panorama, Dolina 960, Rixos, Gorki Grand, Solis. The Lower Town and the Upper Town are connected by cable cars and roads.

It will not be superfluous if you issue insurance for active recreation, well, just in case. Still, with insurance you somehow feel calmer, be sure to take out insurance for your children.

Kinds of sports

At the resort, of course, you can do:

• Alpine skiing.
• Snowboarding.
• Freestyle.
• Freeride.

For those who did not bring skiing equipment with them, you can always purchase it at the ski equipment rental point; there is also an instructor school for beginners.

Entertainment

The five-level center “Gorky Gorod Mall” is comfortably located in the heart of “Gorky Gorod”. The total area is 18,000 m2 (there is room to roam). The center offers more than 70 modern stores where you will find the most popular brands of clothing, shoes and various accessories. There is a supermarket. Large selection of concept restaurants and cafes. The multiplex cinema with 335 seats will not let you get bored, and the bowling center has eight game lanes.

Family entertainment center with a variety of entertainment and attractions for guests aged 2 years and older. On the fifth upper level of the center, under a transparent dome, there is an excellent water park “Mountain Beach” with an area of ​​5,000 m2, and there you will find:

• 7 water slides.
• Swimming pool.
• Wave pool.
• Classic Jacuzzi pool.
• Children's swimming pool.
• Saunas.
• Natural sandy beach with volleyball court.

The resort meets high international standards. “Luxury hotels.” A wide range of après ski options.

Good to know

Distances:

• Adler is 42 km away (airport, railway railway station).
• Up to – 70 km.
• GC "" is 3 km away.
• The Gazprom Group is 1.5 km away.

All you have to do is wait for your vacation (or take it at your own expense), book a plane ticket and hotel for the date you need, and finally enjoy an active holiday to your heart’s content.

I wish you to experience only positive emotions while skating!

Guys, who rode where, if it’s not difficult, share your impressions in the “comments”.

Above the clouds, in the Krasnaya Polyana area, the all-season ski resort “Gorki Gorod” is comfortably located. Before the Sochi Olympics, the resort was called “Mountain Carousel”.

Ski resort Gorki Gorod

During the 2014 Winter Olympics, this was the center of the mountain cluster, from where journalists told the world about the competitions of biathletes, bobsledders, skiers, freestyle skiers and ski jumpers. The mission of the resort is to organize active recreation in the Caucasus Mountains not only in winter, but also in summer, with a wide range of entertainment for all ages.

Why is the resort popular?

Now life at the resort continues to be in full swing, holidays at Gorki Gorod are varied. There is a lot of entertainment for young people, a European level of service, and modern infrastructure.

Vacationers receive a boost of adrenaline and vigor for several months ahead. The slopes and descents of the resort are optimal for beginners and confident riders. The opening of the season at the Gorki Gorod ski resort is decorated brightly and colorfully every year. Here you can meet not only Russians, but also tourists from European countries.

Infrastructure Features

The design and construction of the resort followed the British environmental standard BREEM. The authors of the project integrated the infrastructure into the surrounding landscape as harmoniously as possible and used only safe building materials.

The total area of ​​the resort is 864 hectares. It is located on four levels. At an altitude of 540 m is the Lower City, and at an altitude of 960 m is the Upper City. Even higher, at 1,500 m and 2,200 m, there are tasty tourist attractions: cable cars, freeride ski slopes, observation decks and trekking routes. The highest point for descent is 2,375 m. This is the Black Pyramid peak on the Caucasian Aibga ridge.

Lower town (+540 m above sea level)

This is a party center, the main artery of the resort. Comfortable accommodation is offered by the five-star Sochi Marriott Krasnaya Polyana hotel, the four-star Gorki Plaza hotel, and the posh Gorki Gorod Apartments 540.

Shopping galleries, shops, an entertainment center, sports complexes, and a water park with children's playgrounds are concentrated in a small area. It is good to take promenades along the wide embankment along the Mzymta River. Everything here is thought out for the convenience of tourists: a wide pedestrian area, bicycle and scooter rental points, cozy places to relax. It is from the Lower Town at +540 m that the cable car begins.

Upper town (+960 m above sea level)

If there is bustle and constant movement below, then the “Upper City” is tranquility and solitude surrounded by harsh Caucasian landscapes. The architectural style here evokes thoughts of the aristocratic resorts of the Swiss Alps.

Having climbed the cable car, you find yourself surrounded by small two-story townhouses and chalets, restaurants and bars.

From here it is a stone's throw to the starting areas and slopes for downhill skiing or snowboarding. In order not to get lost in the variety of ski slopes, you can purchase a paper map or download the Gorki Gorod route map through a mobile application on your smartphone.

Ropeway network

A network of cable cars covers the resort like a cobweb.

Having arrived here, tourists quickly get used to moving up and down on gondola and chairlifts. There are transfer platforms at three heights, 960 m, 1,460 m and 2,200 m. The lifts also take skiers to the slopes at levels of 2,050 and 2,300 meters above sea level.

A total of twelve cable cars are divided into four sectors: Central, Eastern, Circus-1, Circus-2 and Circus-3. For those who come to Gorki Gorod for the first time, we advise you to hire an experienced guide who will tell you about the features of the slopes and routes, give recommendations on the skiing regime, and tell you under what conditions it is more profitable to purchase a ski pass.

Where is the best place to stay?

If you come here and want to make yourself as comfortable as possible here, then you should stay in the Lower City. If you come for a ride, then it is also better for you to stay in the Lower Town. In case of bad weather, you can make a mobile decision about where to ride. Below there is a large selection of comfortable apartments and hotels of famous hotel brands (Rixos, Marriott, Solis).

If the weather forecasts are favorable and you want to be the first on the slopes, choose townhouses and mini-hotels in the Upper Town. We list the most popular hotels in Gorki Gorod.

"Gorki Hotel" (formerly "Solis Sochi Hotel"). The luxurious eight-story building looks pretentious and modern. Well-groomed territory, decent service, comfortable rooms.
The five-star Rixos Krasnaya Polyana Sochi hotel is comfortably located in the center of Krasnaya Polyana. Guests are offered European service and high comfort. By booking a room at Rixos Krasnaya Polyana Sochi, you will become a member of the Rixos club.

Excellent service at a Marriott brand hotel. Full name: Sochi Marriott Krasnaya Polyana. The location in the Lower Town allows you to relax comprehensively, combining skiing, shopping and entertainment.

There are only 48 rooms in the mountain hotel “Dolina 960”. The club atmosphere, pop art style apartment design, and excellent panoramic views outside the window do not leave guests indifferent.
Another four-star hotel with panoramic views is called “Panorama”. The ski lift and cable car are within walking distance, and if you are caught in bad weather or are simply too lazy to ski, you can spend time in the indoor pool or gym. The hotel has a Romanov restaurant.

For economical accommodation of tourists, a network has been created under the general name “Gorki Gorod Apartments +960”. It includes budget apartments and townhouses in the Upper City. The rooms are simply equipped, but have everything you need: household electronics, a set of dishes, wireless wi-fi, hairdryer and hygiene items.

How to have fun

At the same time, Gorki Gorod is ready to accommodate 6,500 people. What entertainment is prepared for such a large number of people? Where to go, what to see and what to do at the resort? Let's sketch out a small list of ideas for organizing active recreation.

A good place to start is by visiting the Moutain Beach indoor water park. A lot of pleasant surprises await you on the territory: a heated sandy beach, swimming pools, a spa center, slides and fun attractions.

Husky center

Be sure to go to the Husky Center, join the culture of the peoples of the North, play with cute dogs, take a unique selfie with a husky! Children will especially enjoy the trip. The Husky Center is located in Gorki Gorod at mark 960, near the transfer to the K-10 cable car line.
You can organize competitions for the best route completion at the adventure rope park.

You will have to move from one tree platform to another, overcoming obstacles of varying difficulty levels along the way. Park address: Esto-Sadok village, Gornaya Karusel street, 5
It is worth taking a walk along the marked route – an eco-trail.

Luna Park

You can have fun with your children in Luna Park, a complex of children's attractions. Have some fun in the sports play area, try your hand at the children's rope park. Then have lunch and hang out at the Legoland and Karuselka children's clubs.

See the sights of the Gorki Gorod resort from the windows of the cable car cabins. Ride along as many routes as possible, admire the panorama of the Caucasus Mountains.
Before leaving, you should definitely visit Gorky Gorod Mall. What is it, read on.

Gorki Mall

Gorky Gorod Mall is a huge shopping center. New shops are constantly opening here, there are famous brands, restaurants and cafes. The building even has its own water park. Before leaving, this is where you can quickly buy souvenirs for your family and a few new things for yourself.

Things to do in winter

The ski season opens in December and lasts until mid-May. In the spring, the annual snowboard camp New Star Camp operates. It is interesting that those who close the winter season in “Gorki Gorod” go down to the sea, swim and sunbathe. Tourists in winter have a place to turn around. For them, 30 km of trails of various difficulty levels have been thought out.

The tracks are marked: from “green” for beginners, through “blue” for intermediates, to “red” and “black” for super professionals. There are slopes for evening skiing (with artificial lighting and snowmaking). Here, 70 snow cannons are put into operation at the same time. Under the flickering light of the lanterns, you can have fun in a friendly company. For confident freeriders, there are areas of powder and untouched corduroy. And beginners feel comfortable skiing on blue and green slopes; ski schools offer training programs tailored to clients’ requests (even kids can start skiing).

The rescue service operates around the clock.

12 cable cars transport athletes and amateurs to the starting areas. It all starts at +960 m, then goes +1500 m, the highest is +2340 m above sea level.

Instructors from five accredited schools are ready to teach beginners skating skills.

There is ski equipment rental, a repair shop and training simulators.

What to do during breaks between skiing? Look in the “Gorki Gorod” section: where to have fun.

What to do in summer

In summer, the Caucasus Mountains are a paradise for extreme sports enthusiasts and active tourists. Here is just a small list of entertainment from which you will get a sea of ​​adrenaline and a boost of energy.

"Gorki Bike Park". On a mountain bike you can descend in downhill mode from a height of almost one thousand meters. If rushing headlong downhill is scary, you can first practice on a wooden or earthen pump track, in a skill park.
Test your strength and overcome your fears in the Rope Adventure Park. It's fun for the whole family to visit!
Rise to a height of 2,300 m by cable car. The views are breathtaking!
Buy a hiking tour. The routes are designed for trained tourists and complete beginners. You can book a walk for one day, or you can choose a serious route lasting 7-10 days. Overnight stays in the mountains, alpine meadows, snowfields and stone circuses leave no one indifferent.
If you don’t want to walk, buy a quad tour. We offer rides on modern models of ATVs accompanied by an instructor. And a comfortable bus will take you to the sea. The Gorki Gorod resort in Sochi has its own beach.

Where to eat deliciously

At the Gorki Gorod resort, 16 restaurants, 26 cafes and bars, 2 nightclubs are ready to welcome you: Velvet. And Sky Club. The Echo ski cafe at an altitude of +960 will help solve the problem of where to eat inexpensively or have a snack during breaks between skiing. The restaurants “Beliy Grib”, “Pech”, “Romanov” offer dishes of Russian cuisine.

If you have already visited this wonderful resort, please share your impressions. Is it worth going in winter, what is interesting about the resort in summer, where you lived, what dishes you tried, what entertainment is worthy of attention.