Rija Old Town Hotel

Hotels
Rija
8.4 (4859 reviews)
Lai 49 , Tallinn , ee

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Fax/photocopying
Soundproof rooms
Car hire
Non-smoking throughout
Private check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Affordable stay
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Small room sizes

Categories

Cleanliness
7.65
Some guests noted cleanliness issues, including a dusty mirror and damp environment.
Service
9.15
The reception staff was frequently praised as kind, helpful, and attentive.
Location
9.15
Multiple reviews highlighted the excellent locale, particularly in the historic Old Town.
Room Quality
7.15
Rooms were often described as small and lacking in furnishings, not meeting expectations.
Amenities
8.15
Basic amenities were provided, including breakfast and essential facilities.
Value for Money
8.65
Prices were considered reasonable given the location and comfort.
Food and Beverage
8.65
Breakfast options received good reviews for variety and quality.
Overall Experience
8.65
Most guests enjoyed their stay despite some complaints about room quality.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 10:11

Property Description

Medieval Charm with Modern Comforts

The Rija Old Town Hotel seamlessly blends medieval architecture with contemporary amenities, offering individually decorated rooms equipped with a minibar and a flat-screen TV. Historic Landmarks at Your Doorstep

Located in a quiet part of Tallinn's Old Town, guests can explore the nearby St. Olaf’s Church just 150 meters away. Convenience at Your Fingertips

Enjoy the convenience of a 24-hour front desk, on-site restaurant, and heated bathroom floors. Experience the charm of this historic city while indulging in modern comforts at Rija Old Town Hotel. Book your stay now for an unforgettable experience!

Important information:

Please note that guests need to provide the credit card used for booking upon arrival. The card holder's name needs to correspond to the name stated in the guest's ID.

When booking 4 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: TLL

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and costs EUR 7 per day.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children from 4 years old to 12 years old stay for € 17 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    People 13 years old and over stay for € 22 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 4859 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.65
Service: 9.15
Location: 9.15
Room Quality: 7.15
Amenities: 8.15
Value for Money: 8.65
Food and Beverage: 8.65
Overall Experience: 8.65
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Ilya solo_traveller il
9
2026-06-05 via Nuitee
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Richard couple gb
9
Peaceful and well located.
Pros:

The character and location. The peace and quiet. Very clean bathroom, and a quality breakfast.

Cons:

The beds were a little too narrow.

2026-06-05 via Nuitee
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Philip couple be
9
ideaal om de oude stad te bezoeken; aanrader
Pros:

goeie locatie en lekker ontbijt

Cons:

lift was eventjes buiten dienst

2026-06-04 via Nuitee
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Hans-gerd solo_traveller de
8
2026-06-04 via Nuitee
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Deborah solo_traveller nl
6
Expensive price for average hotel. Front staff very friendly though.
Pros:

The staff at the front desk were super friendly and helpful. Navigating Tallinn, figuring out where things were, suggesting experiences.

Cons:

The room itself was way too hot. Thankfully, the hotel provided a fan. I felt that for the money I paid, the hotel was not worth it. Eg. no free coffee, not kettle in room. No safe in room.

2026-06-04 via Nuitee
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JUN solo_traveller jp
8
Pros:

立地が良い

2026-06-04 via Nuitee
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Ilya solo_traveller lv
10
2026-06-03 via Nuitee
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Reilly extended_group au
10
A small hotel conveniently located to e plate the Old Town. Small but comfortable triple room and good breakfast.
Pros:

Location

2026-06-03 via Nuitee
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Umar solo_traveller fi
8
2026-06-02 via Nuitee
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Frederic couple ch
8
2026-06-02 via Nuitee
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Irmgard extended_group de
9
Es waren fünf schöne Tage in Tallinn .
Pros:

Das Hotel liegt am Rande der Altstadt, alle Sehenswüdigkeiten, schöne Lokale und auch Bus und Straßenbahn sind gut zu Fuß zu erreichen. Besonders schön für uns war, dass wir vom Fenster aus die abends beleuchtete St. Olav's Church sehen konnten. Service und Frühstück waren gut und ausreichend!

Cons:

Wir waren rundum zufrieden!

2026-06-02 via Nuitee
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Marlene couple us
9
2026-06-02 via Nuitee
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Petra solo_traveller de
8
2026-06-02 via Nuitee
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Glenn solo_traveller de
8
Tolle Lage, gut für kleine Menschen
Pros:

Super Lage, direkt an die Altstadt

Cons:

Sehr kleines Zimmer, winziges Bad und sehr kleine Betten. Ein kleines Zimmer stört mich normalerweise nicht, weil ich dort eh nur schlafe und Dusche, aber diese Betten waren außergewöhnlich kurz und schmal, definitiv zur klein für mich (197 cm). Dazu kam die kleine Dusche, es war nicht möglich zu duschen ohne dass der Duschvorhang sich ständig an mich geklebt hat.

2026-06-01 via Nuitee
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Minna solo_traveller fi
8
Pros:

Sijainti loistava ja rauhallinen vanhan kaupungin reunalla.

Cons:

Ikkunassa ei ollut pimennysverhoa.

2026-06-01 via Nuitee
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Laurynas solo_traveller lt
10
2026-06-01 via Nuitee
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Krišs couple lv
7
Good for weekend getaway
Pros:

Location and interior.

Cons:

Room was poorly ventilated and no AC. Only option is to keep window open (which in summer is ok), but then noises come in.

2026-05-31 via Nuitee
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Panagiota couple gr
10
2026-05-30 via Nuitee
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Naoki couple fr
8
Pros:

立地で選んだ。スーツケースを持ってトラムやフェリー乗り場に移動しやすかった。
朝食が良かった。朝食会場は古い城壁の一部を使っていたりして雰囲気もあった。

Cons:

特になし

2026-05-30 via Nuitee
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Martynas extended_group lt
9
2026-05-30 via Nuitee