Will a minivan or GAZelle fit under the courtyard archway?

The archway is 3.2 m high and 2.7 m wide. GAZelle GAZ-2705 (2.4 m) and Ford Transit (2.5–2.7 m) pass freely. Fiat Ducato campers up to 2.9 m — also fit. Expedition vehicles with roof tents above 3.0 m — park along the fence on the street. Call ahead: +7 (920) 775-00-11.

What is the yard surface, and how is it cleared in winter?

Asphalt with a slight drainage slope, no potholes. In winter we clear by hand shovel and spread anti-ice reagent — you won't dig out your car in the morning. For early departure — warn reception the evening before to clear your spot.

Is there a 220 V outlet for battery charging or engine pre-heater?

No permanent outdoor outlet, but on request reception runs an extension cord from the lobby — enough for a jump starter or coolant pre-heater. One-off courtesy, no fee. Overnight continuous heating is not allowed (draughty lobby).

Are you liable for the car and its contents if broken into or scratched?

No material liability — standard practice for any hotel parking in Russia. The yard is fenced, lit and reception-visible; no break-ins in 12 years. Still, take dashcam, wallet, laptop into your room — there is a lockable locker in the room.

Hostel with Parking in Tula

Free on-site parking lot — from 400₽/day. Drive in and rest easy. Wi-Fi, kitchen, linens included

Parking at the Hostel — Park and Check In

Free on-site parking lot — no need to search for a spot or pay for parking

Arrived in Tula by car and don't want to leave it on the street or pay 300–500 ₽/day for a paid lot? Hostel «Myagko i tochka» at 171 Karla Marxa St. is one of the few in the city center with its own parking yard. Entry through a historic archway, fenced perimeter, 24-hour lighting and direct view from the reception window. From 400 ₽ per bed per night, parking is free — no extra charge for the car itself.

The yard fits sedans, crossovers and minivans. The entry archway is 3.2 m high and 2.7 m wide — a Ford Transit passes, a European semi-truck does not (for long-haul truckers there is a separate page with truck stops along the M2 highway). The surface is asphalt with a slight drainage slope; in winter we clear it by shovel and spread anti-ice reagent, so you won't dig out your car in the morning. Meals are not included — the shared kitchen is self-service; groceries are at «Magnit» across the street (3 minutes on foot).

Free Parking

Private parking lot right on the hostel premises. Parking is included in the accommodation price — no extra charges or barriers

Access 24/7

Arrive at any time — parking is available around the clock. Late arrival, early departure — no restrictions

From 400₽ with Parking

Parking is included in the price — no extra charges. Wi-Fi, linens, kitchen, and hot water are also included

Well-Lit Area

The parking lot is lit and visible. Your car stays right next to the hostel — no need to leave it on an unfamiliar street

Easy Access

Hostel in central Tula, 800 m from the Kremlin. Wide streets, convenient approach. GPS will guide you right to the door

Everything Included

Parking, Wi-Fi, kitchen, linens, hot water, washing machine — all free. No deposit, no hidden fees

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Arrived by Car — Park for Free

Save 300-500₽ per Day on Parking

Paid parking in central Tula costs 40-60₽/hour, adding up to 300-500₽ per day. Over a week that is 2,000-3,500₽ just for a parking spot. Our parking is free and included in the accommodation price starting from 400₽/day.

Convenient for Drivers and Travelers

Truckers, taxi drivers, road-trippers — park on the premises and check in. No need to look for a spot on unfamiliar streets or worry about your car. Entry and exit — around the clock.

City Center — Easy Access

The hostel is at Karl Marx St, 171 — 800 m from the Tula Kremlin. Wide streets, no narrow courtyards. GPS will guide you straight to the parking lot. Gas stations, car washes, and tire shops nearby.

Our parking yard — full specification

No fluffy «convenient and spacious» phrases — actual dimensions, surface and what really fits. Check your vehicle's dimensions before booking:

Vehicle type	Example	Spots in yard	Extra charge	Fits 3.2 × 2.7 m archway	Surface	Security / lighting	220 V outlet
Sedan	Solaris, Rio, Vesta	up to 6	0 ₽	Yes, freely	Asphalt	Fenced perimeter, yard lamp, reception view	On request (extension cord from reception)
Crossover / SUV	RAV4, Duster, Patriot	up to 4	0 ₽	Yes (30–40 cm height margin)	Asphalt	Fenced + lit, 24/7	On request
Minivan / cargo van	Ford Transit, GAZelle	1–2	0 ₽	Yes if height ≤ 3.0 m (please warn ahead)	Asphalt	Fenced + lit, 24/7	On request
Semi-truck / long-haul	Scania R, Volvo FH, MAN TGX	0	—	No (truck height 4.0 m, archway 3.2 m)	—	—	—
Stay with parking		from 400 ₽/bed per night, car parking free, 24-hour entry

Important to understand: the yard is not a paid guarded parking lot with a barrier and a watchman. It's a fenced perimeter, lit by a yard lamp, visible from the reception window. We do not assume liability for items left in the vehicle — remove your dashcam and clear valuables from the dashboard. If you need truck parking — see the page for long-haul drivers with stops along the M2 highway.

What's allowed and what's not on our parking yard

The yard is shared by all hostel guests. Rules are simple, no fine print or hidden fines — please read before you arrive:

Allowed

Enter and exit 24/7 without prior notice
Park for the whole stay with no extra fee
Wash the windshield and top up washer fluid on the spot (bucket at reception)
Charge the battery from a 220 V outlet — extension cord on request
Set your dashcam to «parking mode» — nobody minds
Unload bags right at the entrance — 5 metres from car to door
Leave keys at reception if you are waiting for a tow truck or tire service

Not allowed

Wash the car with shampoo or foam — the yard is not a car wash, the drain can't handle it
Repair the engine, change oil, work with fuel or solvents
Leave the car beyond your stay dates without notifying reception
Park across the gate — blocks exit for other guests and emergency vehicles
Enter with a truck taller than 3.0 m — you'll hit the archway (a common mistake)
Park on the lawn or right under first-floor windows
Store fuel canisters, gas cylinders or flammable materials in the boot
Leave pets in the cabin for long periods without open windows

5 rules for parking in the hostel yard

The yard is small — 6 spots between 4 lamp posts. To make sure there is room for everyone and no one gets blocked in, please follow this simple order of arrival:

Back in if you are the last car in the yard

It's easier to pull out nose-first in the morning — no reversing between two neighbours. If you are first, park however you like. If you are the last one closest to the gate — back in towards the archway. That way you'll leave in 10 seconds without honking to wake anyone up.

Leave 40 cm between cars on each side

The yard is drawn for 6 standard sedans. Crossovers and vans eat up two-thirds more space — realistically it fits 4 vehicles. Don't try to squeeze in «tight»: your neighbour still needs to open the door and lift a child seat out.

Check the archway height if you drive a van or a campervan

The archway is 3.2 m by the sign, but with kerb and packed snow in winter it's safer to count 3.0 m. Fiat Ducato campers at 2.9 m go through. Expedition vehicles with a roof rack and tent above 3.0 m — do not; park them along the fence on the street.

Don't leave valuables visible in the cabin

The perimeter is fenced and visible from reception, but it's better to be safe. Laptop, wallet, dashcam, tablet — take them into your room. There is a lockable locker in the room, spots are always available. We do not take responsibility for items left in the car — standard practice for any hotel parking.

Tell reception your car make and plate on check-in

Not for a «pass» — we don't have one. So we can find you if someone gets blocked in or your alarm goes off. The reception desk is staffed around the clock — you'll be woken up and asked to move, instead of hunting for the owner of an unknown Logan at 3 a.m.

Bottom line: order in a small yard is kept by simple agreement, not by a security guard with a barrier. You arrive, you park properly, you don't block your neighbour — your neighbour doesn't have to wake you up.

What to buy near the hostel — for drivers specifically

Arrived late and forgot something in the boot? Not a problem, everything is a short walk away. Meals are not included in the price, but the nearest store is minutes away:

«Magnit» — 3 minutes on foot

De-icer spray for the windshield (Tula winters go down to −20 °C)
Anti-freeze washer fluid rated to −25 °C and −30 °C, 4-litre canister
Microfibre cloth for wiping the inside of the windshield — clears condensation
Ready meals, water, coffee for the road if you leave early
Groceries for cooking on our shared kitchen — always fresher than roadside cafés

«Rigla» pharmacy — 5 minutes on foot

Hand cleaner for engine oil and tar — works better than dish soap
Hand cream after frost — if you were tightening bolts in the cold
Painkiller and muscle rub for back strain — a classic after long driving
Eye drops for driver fatigue — soothes the sting after a night drive
Car first-aid kit — if yours has long-expired tourniquets and bandages

Both stores are open until 22:00–23:00, «Magnit» with hot bakery — until 22:00. Self-service car wash is 800 m away, tire service on Lenin Ave is 15 minutes on foot or 5 minutes by car. Rosneft petrol station is 1.2 km, 24/7.

Frequently Asked Questions

From 400 ₽/day. Parking is included in the price — no extra charges. Wi-Fi, linens, kitchen, and hot water are also included.

The entry archway is 3.2 m high and 2.7 m wide. A standard GAZelle GAZ-2705 (2.4 m tall) and Ford Transit (2.5–2.7 m) pass freely. Fiat Ducato campervans up to 2.9 m — also fit. Expedition vehicles with a roof rack and tent over 3.0 m are safer parked along the fence on the street in winter — packed snow under the archway eats up the height margin. If unsure, call ahead: +7 (920) 775-00-11.

The yard is asphalt with a slight drainage slope, no potholes or ruts. In winter we clear it by hand shovel (the yard is small, no machinery needed) and spread anti-ice reagent. You won't have to dig out your car in the morning. During heavy overnight snowfall there may be uncleared drifts — if you have an early departure, tell reception in the evening, they will clear your spot in advance.

There is no permanent outdoor outlet on the yard, but on request reception will run an extension cord from the lobby — enough for a jump starter or a coolant pre-heater (Severs, Lunfei). No fee for electricity, it's a one-off courtesy. Overnight continuous heating is not allowed: the cord runs through the door and the lobby draughts in winter. For dedicated overnight heating — discuss separately.

No, we do not assume material liability for the vehicle or items left inside — standard practice for any hotel parking in Russia (not to be confused with a paid guarded lot with a watchman and a custody contract). The yard is fenced, lit by a lamp and visible from the reception window — in 12 years of operation there have been no break-ins. Still, take your dashcam, wallet, laptop, tablet into your room. There is a lockable locker in the room.

No. No deposit, commission, or prepayment. Payment at check-in by cash or card.

Central Tula, Karl Marx St, 171. 800 m from the Kremlin. Easy access, free parking right on the premises.

How to Find Us

Central Tula, free on-site parking — drive in with your car

Address: Karl Marx St, 171, Tula

Phone: +7 (920) 775-00-11

Email: vgavpa@mail.ru

Check-in: 24/7, around the clock