Must-see hotels in Estonia

  • Villa Ammende

    Western Estonia & the Islands

    Built in 1905, the Villa Ammende is an art nouveau masterpiece, and now one of Pärnu's best hotels. Original stylistic touches such as colourful tiles and…

  • Pädaste Manor

    Western Estonia & the Islands

    If money’s no object, here’s where to part with it. This manicured bayside estate encompasses the restored manor house (14 rooms and a fine-dining…

  • Georg Ots Spa Hotel

    Western Estonia & the Islands

    Named after a renowned Estonian opera singer, Gospa has modern rooms with wildly striped carpet, enormous king-sized beds and a warm but minimalist design…

  • Dagen Haus

    Western Estonia & the Islands

    One of Hiiumaa’s loveliest options, this restored mid-19th-century granary has rough-hewn walls, timber beams and five stylish bedrooms. The gorgeous…

  • Toomarahva Turismitalu

    Lahemaa National Park

    This atmospheric farmstead comprises thatch-roofed wooden buildings and a garden full of flowers and sculptures. Sleeping options include two cute rooms…

  • Ekesparre

    Western Estonia & the Islands

    Holding pole position in manicured gardens on the castle grounds, this elegant 10-room hotel has been returned to its 1908, art nouveau glory. Period…

  • Piibutopsu

    Western Estonia & the Islands

    Set on the ample lawn of a private residence down a side street in Nasva (the first little settlement west of Kuressaare), Piibutopsu offers four modern,…

  • Merekalda

    Lahemaa National Park

    On the southern fringe of Käsmu, this peaceful retreat is set around a lovely large garden right on the bay. Ideally you’ll plump for an apartment with a…

  • Villa Theresa

    Estonia

    In a wooded nook on the outskirts of town, this boutique hotel and restaurant offers a winning combination of peace and quiet, comfort, great food and…

  • Saka Manor

    Estonia

    In a peaceful clifftop setting, signposted off the Tallinn–Narva highway just east of Varja, this seaside retreat encompasses a campground, a low-key spa…

  • Frost House

    Western Estonia & the Islands

    Little restraint was shown restoring and refurbishing this 1705 house in central Pärnu. An eye-catching profusion of details includes original wooden…

  • Rumpo Mäe Puhketalu

    Western Estonia & the Islands

    Just a few steps from the lovely reed-fringed coast at Rumpo, this handsome thatched-roof farmhouse has en-suite rooms with an old-style ambience. More…

  • Goodson & Red

    Tallinn

    This agency has loads of Tallinn apartments on its books, from modern studios to two-bedroom units. Most have excellent locations in the Rotermann quarter…

  • Kivijüri Guesthouse

    Western Estonia & the Islands

    This cosy, bright-red country house has only four pleasant rooms, each with TV and bathroom. Breakfast is excellent and there’s a backyard patio and lawn…

  • Vihula Manor

    Lahemaa National Park

    As part of its transformation into a spiffy country club and spa, this 50-hectare, 16th-century estate has converted its manor house and several historic…

  • Kassari Puhkekeskus

    Western Estonia & the Islands

    Abandoned factories are a dime a dozen in Estonia, but cool conversions like this one are scarce. The decor is fresh and modern, and of the 15 rooms even…

  • Padise Manor

    Western Estonia & the Islands

    Even though it's close to the main road, this late-18th-century manor-house hotel has an exceptionally beautiful setting, flanked by lawns, tall trees, a…

  • Vanatoa Turismitalu

    Western Estonia & the Islands

    In the heart of the exquisitely preserved fishing village Koguva, family-run Vanatoa offers 17 comfortably renovated rooms across a listed, thatched…

  • Toila Spa Hotell & Camping Männisalu

    Estonia

    Serving both young families and mature holidaymakers, this midrange hotel has a large water park, a spa centre, a children's play area, a gym and two…

  • Valge Villa

    Tallinn

    Simple and welcoming, the 'White Villa' sits in a quiet suburb 3km south of the centre; it's a good basic option, particularly if you’ve got a car. All…

  • Tervise Paradiis

    Western Estonia & the Islands

    Big (120-odd rooms) and busy in summer, this hotel attached to the Tervise Paradiis water park has slick rooms, all with balconies and most with beach…

  • Aqva Hotel & Spa

    Estonia

    This large, architecturally interesting complex includes a day spa and fabulous indoor water park, making it a predictable hit with families. The water…

  • L’Ermitage

    Tallinn

    Looking more like a new apartment block than a hermitage, this metal-clad building facing parkland and Old Town walls offers highly styled yet comfortable…

  • Grand Rose Spa Hotel

    Western Estonia & the Islands

    Floral and frilly is the theme of this hotel, from the baroque black velvet chairs, chandeliers and water feature in the rose-filled lobby to the rose…

  • Meresuu Spa & Hotel

    Estonia

    This shiny 11-storey hotel offers attractive rooms alongside a roll call of extras: sea views, five saunas, indoor and outdoor pools and spas, a gym and…

  • Elle-Malle Külalistemaja

    Western Estonia & the Islands

    In a peaceful location between Hullo and St Olaf’s Church, this friendly guesthouse has five tidy pine-lined rooms in the main house and a romantic double…

  • Karluti Hostel

    Western Estonia & the Islands

    It's hard to imagine this cheerful, 1930s clapboard guesthouse was once home to Soviet naval intelligence. Set among large lawns on a quiet residential…

  • Sagadi Manor

    Lahemaa National Park

    Waking up within the rarefied confines of Sagadi Manor, with its gracious gardens at your disposal, is a downright lovely experience. There’s a tidy 31…

  • Noorus Spa Hotel

    Estonia

    With a name meaning 'youth' it's not clear whether this swanky complex is aiming to attract young people, or those seeking the eternal variety. Rooms are…

  • Tolli Tourist Farm

    Western Estonia & the Islands

    A working farm in the 19th century, Tolli offers rooms in the main farmhouse, in the barn or in a rustic log cabin, plus sites to pitch your own tent…

  • Viinistu Art Hotel

    Lahemaa National Park

    Built in an old fish-processing plant, this bright waterfront hotel boasts fresh nautical decor enlivened by hundreds of Estonian artworks. Family rooms…

  • Lahe Maja

    Western Estonia & the Islands

    The name means 'Bay House' and this very pretty pale-blue wooden house looks like it's escaped from a chocolate box to take its position within manicured…

  • Tehumardi Camping

    Western Estonia & the Islands

    The best of the campgrounds on the beach stretch, Tehumardi has a leafy site by a little lake. As well as basic four-person wooden cabins there are little…

  • Rock City Guesthouse

    Western Estonia & the Islands

    Near Kihnu's port, this former Soviet Party lodging offers 45 beds across simple, wood-floored doubles and triples with shared bathroom. There are also…

  • Villa Johanna

    Western Estonia & the Islands

    Decorated with hanging flowerpots and planter boxes, this pretty old-fashioned wooden house offers comfy pine-lined rooms on a quiet street near the beach…

  • Inge Villa

    Western Estonia & the Islands

    Describing itself as a ‘Swedish-Estonian villa hotel’, this lovely, low-key pre-WWII villa sits invitingly on a quiet, tree-lined street near the beach…

  • Uustula Homestay

    Lahemaa National Park

    At the end of the Käsmu road, this complex has simple, cheerful rooms in a white clapboard house by the sea. Campers are welcome to pitch a tent on the…

  • Embrace

    Western Estonia & the Islands

    Snuggle up in an old wooden house in a quiet suburban street, close to the beach and water park (if a decent walk from central Pärnu). Rooms strike a nice…

  • Hotell Legend

    Western Estonia & the Islands

    The Tiffany-style lamps, model ships and wooden panelling lend an old-world feel to the lobby, which is quite a contrast to the boxy exterior. Yet…

  • Romeo Family Apartments

    Tallinn

    With 14 spic-and-span apartments scattered around Old Town, this family-run operation is an extremely good option. Most units are spacious and nicely…

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