Rija Old Town Hotel - Tallinn

$$$$||View on mapTallinn, EstoniaLai 49, Tallinn, Estonia, 10133|
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Rija Old Town Hotel - Tallinn
Lai 49, Tallinn, Estonia, 10133·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.5Great
Location9.5
Staff9.0
Cleanliness8.9
Free WiFi8.7
Value for money8.7
Who stays here
Couples38%
Solo31%
Families17%
Groups14%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.5Great
Location9.5
Staff9.0
Cleanliness8.9
Free WiFi8.7
Value for money8.7
Who stays here
Couples38%
Solo31%
Families17%
Groups14%

Historic hotel built into Tallinn's original city wall

Location & Architecture

Rija Old Town Hotel is located 200 meters from St. Olaf's Church, a short walk from Tallinn Baltic Station and Town Hall Square. The hotel is integrated into the original city wall, with parts of the medieval structure visible in the breakfast room. This placement places guests steps from major Old Town attractions while maintaining a quiet setting.

Rooms

Each room at Rija Old Town Hotel is individually decorated and includes a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Bathrooms have underfloor heating, and some rooms provide tea and coffee making facilities and a hairdryer. The hotel was fully renovated in 2021, with rooms offering heated bathroom floors and soundproofing.

Dining

The on-site Gourmet Casual Gastrobar serves international and local cuisine in the center of Tallinn. A buffet breakfast is available each morning, with complimentary breakfast offered for children. The breakfast room itself is set within 500-year-old stone walls that are part of the original city fortifications.

Services & Amenities

The hotel provides 24-hour front desk assistance and offers late check-out upon request. Luggage storage, car and bicycle rental, and airport shuttle service are available. Vending machines for snacks and drinks, a guest microwave in the lobby, and a snack bar add extra convenience.

Family & Business

Board games and puzzles are available for children, and private check-in/check-out is offered. A coworking space in the common areas supports business travelers, and the hotel allows pets. Complimentary breakfast for kids and proximity to a playground make stays with families straightforward.

  • Location: 150m from St. Olaf's Church and Tallinn Baltic Station
  • Architecture: Built into the original city wall
  • Rooms: Individually decorated with underfloor heating
  • Dining: Gourmet Casual Gastrobar with buffet breakfast
  • Services: 24-hour front desk, late check-out, airport shuttle
  • Family: Complimentary breakfast for kids, board games
  • Pets: Pets allowed at the hotel
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-22:00
until 12:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.
Other information
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of EUR 14.0 per person. 
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
Russian, Estonian
Building
Number of floors:4
Number of rooms:18
Former name
Rixwell Old Town Hotel
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Rooms and availability

Single Room
  • Max:
    1 person
  • Bed options:
    1 Single bed
Superior Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
Guest Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
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Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Parking

Car park

Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

Food/ Drinks

Welcome drink

Snack bar

Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

TV

Flat-screen TV

Lift

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Snack bar

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Board games

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Rija Old Town Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 26 £
📏 Distance to centre 600 m
✈️ Distance to airport 4.8 km
🧳 Nearest airport Lennart Meri Tallinn, TLL

Location

Lai 49, Tallinn, Estonia, 10133
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Lai 49, Tallinn, Estonia, 10133
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Lai 49, Tallinn, Estonia, 10133
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
City Center
Tallinn Old Town
400 m
Square
Tallinn Town Hall
490 m
Raekoja plats 11
Town Hall Pharmacy
460 m
Theatre
Great Guild Hall
510 m
Church
St Olaf's church
100 m
Theatre
Tallinn City Theatre
250 m
Lai 30
Estonian Health Care Museum
320 m
Raekoja plats 1
Tallinna Raekoja Plats
460 m
Church
Church of the Transfiguration of Our Lord
550 m
Pohja pst 29
Energy Discovery Centre
300 m
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Paks Margareeta
170 m
Church
St Nicolas' Orthodox Church
440 m
Restaurant
III Draakon
510 m
Restaurant
Jo's Ramen
210 m
Restaurant
Lisanna
210 m
Restaurant
Varav Coffee and Toast
350 m
Restaurant
Kompressor
640 m
Restaurant
The Times We Had
200 m
Restaurant
OM Bohem
540 m
Restaurant
Zaiqa Restaurant & Takeaway
630 m
Restaurant
Loiri Nunne Bakery Pastry Shop
550 m
Restaurant
Pagaripoisid Nunne Cafe
560 m

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FAQ about Rija Old Town Hotel

What popular attractions are closest to Rija Old Town Hotel?
Guests of Rija Old Town Hotel can visit KGB Prison Cells Museum (just near the accommodation), or Tallinna Raekoja Plats placed 6 minutes' walk away.
What is the nearest airport to the hotel?
Lennart Meri Tallinn airport lies within 5 km of the hotel and is reachable with a 10-minute drive.
Is airport shuttle provided by this pleasant hotel?
Airport shuttle which will take you to this pleasant hotel with a 10-minute drive is among the services offered by the property. Please inform the staff about your estimated arrival time.
Does the Rija Old Town Hotel hotel have a car parking on site?
Yes, the Rija Old Town Hotel hotel provides parking spaces nearby.
What are the recommended dining options during the stay at the pleasant 3-star Rija Old Town Hotel hotel?
Unfortunately, the pleasant 3-star Rija Old Town Hotel hotel doesn't have on-site dining options, but there is a variety of restaurants just outside the property - visit restaurant Leib Restaurant for the taste of Eastern European cuisine (400 meters from the property) or Naganaga, which is popular for its European dishes (450 meters away).
Does the hotel serve breakfast?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily on the 1st floor of the hotel.
What is the timeframe for check-in and check-out in the pleasant 3-star Rija Old Town Hotel hotel?
Guests of the pleasant 3-star Rija Old Town Hotel hotel can check in from 14:00 to 23:59 and check out from 12:00. Late check-in is also possible by prior arrangement with the property.
What are the booking prices at the Rija Old Town Hotel hotel?
The prices at the Rija Old Town Hotel hotel start from $35.
What payment methods are accepted in the pleasant 3-star Rija Old Town Hotel hotel?
At the pleasant 3-star Rija Old Town Hotel hotel, guests can pay using сash, Mastercard, and Visa as well as other payment methods.
What room types does the hotel comprise?
The hotel provides such room types as Guest Room, Standard Room, and Twin Room.
Which facilities are included in the rooms at the pleasant 3-star Rija Old Town Hotel hotel?
Each room at the pleasant 3-star Rija Old Town Hotel hotel offers a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, some units feature private bathrooms along with slippers.
Which facilities does the pleasant 3-star Rija Old Town Hotel hotel provide?
Top locations of the pleasant 3-star Rija Old Town Hotel hotel include a storage room and a restaurant, whereas guests' safety will be ensured with a safe deposit box and 24-hour security service.
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