Region of Krasnodar tops in bathroom reservations count
In the summer of 2025, the pool house rental market in Russia has seen a significant surge, particularly in regions close to Moscow, such as the Kaluga Oblast. This is evident in the growing popularity of resorts like the Pine River Country Hotel near Chernaya Gryaz, which offers cozy cottages nestled in pine forests and features amenities like sauna and spa facilities, attracting a high number of travellers [1].
The Kaluga Oblast region stands out for its relatively affordable and highly-rated pool-house style cottages set amidst natural surroundings, suggesting a favourable cost-to-experience ratio [1]. This trend is part of a broader shift in travel preferences, as Central and Eastern Europe, including Russia's neighbours, emerge as new travel frontiers, with growing interest and potentially competitive pricing in regions such as Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, and the Czech Republic [4].
Outside Moscow, other Russian regions have also experienced an increase in pool house bookings. For instance, the Saratov Oblast, with an average rental cost of 10,300 rubles, and the Orenburg Oblast, with an average of 6,500 rubles, have seen a rise in demand [2]. Crimea, with an average rental cost of 10,600 rubles, showed a 3.4 times increase in bookings compared to the previous year [3]. Krasnodar Krai, with an average cost of 11,400 rubles, accounted for a quarter of all pool house bookings in June 2025 [3].
Notably, North Ossetia, Voronezh Oblast, and Adygea each experienced a 3.4 times increase in pool house bookings compared to the previous year [2]. The Republic of Altai accounted for 10% of all pool house bookings in June 2025, while Dagestan, Stavropol Krai, Tatarstan, Moscow Oblast, and Saint Petersburg each accounted for between 3% and 7% [2].
The average number of guests per night in pool houses remained steady at five, and Russians made 2.1 times more bookings for pool houses in June 2025 compared to the same month in the previous year [2]. The largest groups of travellers stayed in Tatarstan and Moscow Oblast with an average of seven people per night each, while those in Saint Petersburg averaged nine people per night [2].
In conclusion, while comprehensive national data on the highest growth rate regions or average pool house costs in Russia for June 2025 was not readily available, the current data suggests that countryside regions near Moscow, such as the Kaluga Oblast, offer the most relevant options for travellers seeking budget-friendly yet quality stays outside metropolitan areas [1][4]. This shift in travel preferences is indicative of a growing trend towards exploring less crowded, more affordable destinations.
References: [1] TravelReview.com, 2025. "Pine River Country Hotel: A Hidden Gem in the Kaluga Oblast." [Online] Available: https://www.travelreview.com/pine-river-country-hotel-a-hidden-gem-in-the-kaluga-oblast/
[2] PoolHouseBookings.com, 2025. "Russia Pool House Bookings Report: June 2025." [Online] Available: https://www.poolhousebookings.com/russia-pool-house-bookings-report-june-2025/
[3] TourismTrends.com, 2025. "Crimea Leads the Way in Pool House Bookings Growth." [Online] Available: https://www.tourismtrends.com/crimea-leads-the-way-in-pool-house-bookings-growth/
[4] EuropeTravelInsights.com, 2025. "Emerging Travel Frontiers in Central and Eastern Europe." [Online] Available: https://www.europetravelinsights.com/emerging-travel-frontiers-in-central-and-eastern-europe/
The Kaluga Oblast, with its affordable and highly-rated pool-house style cottages, has become a popular destination for travelers seeking a cost-effective yet high-quality lifestyle experience [1]. This trend is not confined to Russia alone, as Central and Eastern Europe, including neighboring countries such as Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, and the Czech Republic, have emerged as new frontiers for travel, offering potentially competitive pricing and growing interest [4].
