Rija Old Town Hotel
By the Top3Hotels editorial team. Based on Booking.com guest scores and reviews, location data and reference prices. We did not stay at this hotel. Updated 2026-10-24.
Rija Old Town Hotel is worth booking if location and price matter more to you than space: it puts you in the Old Town for about €53 a night. If you travel with big suitcases or want a roomy room, the compact layout is the trade-off to think about.
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Solo travellers and couples who want to step straight out into the Old Town will get the most from this three-star. It suits people who plan to be out all day and mainly need a bed, a shower and breakfast.
Facilities are thin. Our data lists free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk, and the listing is tagged as pet friendly, but there is no confirmed restaurant, gym or air conditioning. Families and anyone with a lot of luggage should consider the extra space at our Best Value pick.
Location and getting around
The address is Lai 49, inside Tallinn City Center. Guests place it in the Old Town, close to both the ferry terminal and the train station. Location is the hotel's top score at 9.6 out of 10.
Straight-line estimates give about 9 minutes on foot to St. Nicholas Church (0.7 km), 10 minutes to Alexander Nevsky Cathedral (0.8 km) and 11 minutes to Toompea Castle (0.9 km). Old Town streets are cobbled and Toompea is uphill, so allow a little more time with wheeled bags.
What guests say
The average is 8.5 out of 10 across 3,484 reviews. Guests love the location first. Breakfast comes next: reviewers describe a tasty buffet with a wide selection served in a historic setting. The listing mentions continental and vegetarian choices and a breakfast-to-go option, useful for early ferries.
Room size is the most common complaint. Rooms are compact, with limited floor space for luggage. Some guests call that cosy; others find it tight. Opening two large cases at once may be awkward.
Price versus our other Tallinn picks
The reference price seen for a 2-night stay in November 2026 for 2 adults was €52.74 per night, around €105 for both nights. That is about 40% below the €88.50 median of the hotels we compared. It is not a live quote, so check today's price for your dates.
Hyatt Place Tallinn, our Best Value pick, costs €76 a night and scores 9.2. Radisson Collection Hotel, Tallinn, our Luxury pick, costs €165.50 and scores 9.4. Rija is the cheapest of the three by about €23 a night and the closest to the Old Town sights, but it has the lowest score and the fewest listed facilities.
Why it made our top 3
Out of 16 eligible properties in Tallinn, Rija had the lowest eligible reference price once the upscale choice was set aside. That makes it our Budget pick.
To be clear, it did not win on reviews; it placed joint 13th of 16 on score. It earns its spot because 8.5 from nearly 3,500 guests is still a solid result at this price, and the location is excellent.
Before you book
Check the room size in square metres for your room type, especially if you have large luggage. Noise, renovation condition and cancellation terms have not been assessed.
Whether breakfast is included in your rate is not confirmed. Ask about the pet policy and any fees if you are bringing an animal, and confirm whether rooms have air conditioning if that matters to you.
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Is Rija Old Town Hotel inside Tallinn Old Town?
Guests describe it as in the Old Town, at Lai 49. St. Nicholas Church is about 9 minutes on foot as a straight-line estimate.
Are the rooms small at Rija Old Town Hotel?
Yes, guests say rooms are compact with little space for luggage. Some find this cosy, others cramped.
Is Rija Old Town Hotel near the ferry terminal?
Guests mention it is near both the ferry terminal and the train station. Check the exact walking route if you have heavy bags.
Does Rija Old Town Hotel offer breakfast?
A buffet breakfast is listed and guests praise it, plus a breakfast-to-go option. Whether it is included in your rate is not confirmed.
How much does Rija Old Town Hotel cost?
The reference price seen for a 2-night stay in November 2026 for 2 adults was €52.74 per night. Check today's price for your dates.