Title: Optima Collection Kharkiv Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=4727824&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Optima Collection Kharkiv Hotel This central Kharkiv hotel offers comfort and practicality with an airport shuttle for travelers and a business center for working guests. ## Photo gallery for Optima Collection Kharkiv Hotel ![Lobby - Optima Collection Kharkiv Hotel (Kharkiv)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4730000/4727900/4727824/b1503537.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Television - Optima Collection Kharkiv Hotel (Kharkiv)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4730000/4727900/4727824/b6cd694a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Restaurant - Optima Collection Kharkiv Hotel (Kharkiv)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4730000/4727900/4727824/f4348498.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing - Optima Collection Kharkiv Hotel (Kharkiv)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4730000/4727900/4727824/069a0d50.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property entrance - Optima Collection Kharkiv Hotel (Kharkiv)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4730000/4727900/4727824/ed04bf34.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located in central Kharkiv, Optima Collection Kharkiv Hotel offers essential comforts. Guests enjoy a breakfast buffet, explore the city, and return to the hotel's restaurant and bar. In-room WiFi, laundry facilities, and concierge services complete the experience. ## Reviews 9.2 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning - Business services - Bar £45 includes taxes & fees 9 Feb - 10 Feb ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31&selected=4727824&PinnedHotelID=4727824&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31&selected=4727824&PinnedHotelID=4727824&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-31&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=4727824&PinnedHotelID=4727824&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-31&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=4727824&PinnedHotelID=4727824&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=4727824&PinnedHotelID=4727824&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=4727824&PinnedHotelID=4727824&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=4727824&PinnedHotelID=4727824&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=4727824&PinnedHotelID=4727824&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 2 of 2 rooms ### View all photos for Standard Double or Twin Room ![Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4730000/4727900/4727824/e84c5c10.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double or Twin Room ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds TV Private bathroom Hairdryer Minibar Wardrobe - 209 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 2 Large Single Beds OR 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Superior Twin Room ![Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4730000/4727900/4727824/c060fc1f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Twin Room ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning TV Private bathroom Hairdryer Minibar Wardrobe Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKharkiv-Hotels-Reikartz-Kharkiv.h4727824.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKharkiv-Hotels-Reikartz-Kharkiv.h4727824.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Kharkiv is home to Optima Collection Kharkiv Hotel. Alexander Pushkin State Academic Russian Drama Theatre and Kharkiv Ukrainian Drama Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Fiddler on the Roof and Victory Square. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Metallist or Metalist Stadium. [Visit our Kharkiv travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kharkiv.dx1514) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C49.99451%2C36.23808&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=6rsWunrNxQR2aSyrkBPRXMMkjJA=) Sadovaya St, 4, Kharkiv, Kharkiv Oblast, 61002 ### What's nearby - Alexander Pushkin State Academic Russian Drama Theatre 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Kharkiv Historical Museum 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Kharkiv National Academic Theater of Opera and Ballet 8 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Shevchenko Park 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Kharkiv Zoo 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles ### Getting around - Kharkiv-Levada 8 min drive - Kholodna Hora Station 13 min drive - Kharkiv (HRK-Kharkiv Intl.) 21 min drive ### Restaurants - NON 5 min walk - Черв'як 6 min walk - Kohana 6 min walk - Amelie 1 min walk - Глорія 4 min walk ## About this property ### Optima Collection Kharkiv Hotel Property highlights You can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, laundry facilities and a bar at Optima Collection Kharkiv Hotel. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a business centre and a restaurant. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), concierge services and smoke-free property - Meeting rooms, a banquet hall and a 24-hour front desk - Luggage storage Room features All 76 rooms include comforts such as 24-hour room service and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes. 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Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - No on-site parking available - Return airport shuttle (surcharge) ### Food and drink - Free buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends - A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Change of towels on request - Concierge services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Business services - Business centre - Meeting rooms ### More - Banquet hall - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom ### Entertainment - TV ### Food and drink - 24-hour room service - Minibar ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Iron/ironing board on request - Phone - Safe - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM Early check-in subject to availability Early check-in is available for a fee Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon Late check-out subject to availability A late check-out fee will be charged ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Children up to the age of 6 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room; children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - A tax is imposed by the city: UAH 134.00 per person, per night We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability) - Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention If you require a visa to enter the country, your property may be able to help with the supporting documents needed to obtain one. To learn more, you can contact the property using the contact details included on your booking confirmation. The property may charge for this assistance, even if you end up cancelling your reservation. All arrangements are solely between the property and yourself. ### Property is also known as Reikartz Hotel Reikartz Hotel Kharkiv Reikartz Kharkiv Reikartz Kharkiv Optima Collection Kharkiv Optima Collection Kharkiv Hotel Hotel Optima Collection Kharkiv Hotel Kharkiv Optima Collection Kharkiv Hotel Hotel Kharkiv ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Optima Collection Kharkiv Hotel pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Optima Collection Kharkiv Hotel? ### How much is parking at Optima Collection Kharkiv Hotel? ### What time is check-in at Optima Collection Kharkiv Hotel? ### What time is check-out at Optima Collection Kharkiv Hotel? ### Does Optima Collection Kharkiv Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Optima Collection Kharkiv Hotel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Optima Collection Kharkiv Hotel Reviews 9.2 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.2 Location ### 9.0 Staff & service ### 9.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 7 8 - Good 5 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter 6 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Quiet, clean restful hotel, amazing staff and people just going about their daily lives, making the best of difficult times. Amazing people, amazing city, do peremokha, Slava Ukraini! VISIT KHARKIV wonderful hero city! ##### Peter Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 13 Oct 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### One of the few good choices to stay in Kharkiv Flawless rooms, good location, overall one the very few nice places to stay in Kharkiv ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hady 2 Sept 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Nice stay Hotel has great location in a quiet area - just 5 min walk till main street Sumska and metro stations. Our room was standard and it means only twin beds, not kind size. We are satisfied with the service, smiling and helpful ladies at reception. Breakfast was included into the price, it is served at the ground floor at french restaurant Amelie. Fine choice of food as per the usual breakfast. ##### Hady Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dmytro 28 Jul 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great Good service and the condition of the room was great. The restaurant downstairs is really nice ##### Dmytro Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Oleh 13 Jul 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great hotel but financial issue is dissapointing Pros:Hotel is good (some modernization is required), location is great, staff is frendly. Cons: although I have paid 3200UAH to the hotel (through Hotels.com) I have got payment check for only 2500UAH and I cannot understand why. Hotel staff told me that exactly this amount they have received from Hotels.com that's why they can give me check for 2500UAH only. But I have paid 3200UAH of my personal money to the Hotels.com! As a result I will get refund from my company for only 2500UAH, thus loosing 700UAH of my personal money, and I cannot understand which fault it is. ##### Oleh Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dan, Moss 4 Aug 2014 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### 6 nights in Kharkov This hotel has a good location. It is within 5 minutes walk to the Metro, that was very good as we used it every day during our stay. The hotel reseptionists were very welcoming all during our stay. The hotel offered a good buffet breakfast. We would like to come back. ##### Dan ### 10/10 Excellent #### nicola 13 Jul 2012 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### recommendable hotel New hotel, there are still works on progress that do not disturb the stay. Personnel is extremely gentle and friendly, a real plus for this hotel. Cleanliness and room equipment very good. breakfast on average. to sum up very good price/quality ratio ##### nicola ### 8/10 Good #### Melih 1 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities ##### Melih Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stig 5 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Stig Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Vitali 8 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities ##### Vitali ### 8/10 Good #### Bayram 4 Jan 2022 Liked: Property conditions & facilities ##### Bayram Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 9 Nov 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotels with Air Conditioning in Herefordshire](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Herefordshire-Hotel-With-Air-Conditioning.0-0-d6046203-thotelwithairconditioning.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Hotels in Seomyeon](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Seomyeon-Busan-Hotels.0-n6288064-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Villas Kingston](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kingston-Villas.d180034-aaVillas.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Wedding Hotels in Salou](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Salou-Hotels-Wedding-Hotel.0-0-d180897-tWeddingHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Adina Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Da-Nang-Hotels-Adina-Hotel.h9414416.Hotel-Information) > > [B&B Burton on Trent](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Burton-On-Trent-Bed-And-Breakfasts.d182479-aaBedAndBreakfasts.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Holiday Inn Resort Grand Cayman by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Crystal-Harbour-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Resort-Grand-Cayman.h5923837.Hotel-Information) > > [Guest Houses Nathia Gali](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nathia-Gali-Guest-Houses.d3000423094-aaGuestHouses.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Hotels near Willesden Green Underground Station](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Willesden-Green-Underground-Station-Hotels.d6146078.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels in The City of London](https://www.expedia.co.uk/The-City-Of-London-London-Hotels.0-n800056-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) ### Flights > [Flights from Dar es Salaam (DAR) to Iringa (IRI)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/dar/iri/dar-es-salaam-to-iringa) > > [Flights from Meckenbeuren (FDH) to Gatwick (LGW)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/fdh/lgw/friedrichshafen-to-london) > > [Flights from Exeter](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/1185/flights-from-exeter) > > [Flights from Houston (IAH) to College Station (CLL)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/iah/cll/houston-to-college-station) > > [Flights from Málaga (AGP) to Luton (LTN)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/agp/ltn/malaga-to-london) ### Cars > [Hertz Car Rentals In Royal Leamington Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hertz-Car-Rentals-In-Royal-Leamington-Spa.d180826-c40.Car-Rental-Guide-Suppliers) ### Activities > [Things to do in Faversham](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Faversham.d602154.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [San Sebastián Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Sebastian.d6084360.Holidays-City-Breaks) > > [Colmar Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Colmar.d6644.Holidays-City-Breaks) ### General ---