Armenia Marriott, which until late 2003 was known as the Hotel Armenia, faces Republic Square in the heart of the city. The hotel operates 115 rooms. Amenities: private bath, air conditioning, satellite television, and phone in each room. Renovated rooms have queen size beds. In-room high-speed internet available. Facilities include two restaurants, café, bar, health club and business services.

Golden Tulip Hotel Yerevan is one of Armenia’s finest but priciest hotels. There are 104 rooms, many of them fairly small, and 20 spacious suites. This is a good hotel to select if you want an overpriced room in a great location that has no view. Amenities: private bath (no tubs), air conditioning, satellite television and phone in each room. Facilities include a spacious atrium lobby and lounge, as well as an (excellent) Italian restaurant, bar, exercise room, business services, and the best rooftop swimming pool.

Ani Plaza Hotel had operated for years as the dismal Hotel Ani. A major renovation made it acceptable to Westerners, and its management has made it a good value, as well. Amenities: private bath (no tubs), air conditioning, satellite television and phone in each room. In-room high-speed internet available. Facilities include a comfortable lobby with a lounge, gift shop as well as a business services.

Congress Hotel is a clean and modern four-star facility with 126 rooms, Amenities: private bath, air conditioning, satellite television, and phone in each room. Facilities include an outstanding Italian restaurant, a bar, and the best and largest outdoor swimming pool of any hotel in Armenia, and a fitness center. If you’re not a hotel guest.

Europe Hotel boasts that its rooms are built to French specifications. This modern 47 room hotel is located on a quiet street between Republic Square and the new cathedral. Opened summer 2003. Amenities: private bath, air conditioning, mini bar, satellite television included, internet access, and phone in each room. Facilities include restaurant and piano bar.