Rija Old Town Hotel, in Tallinn's historic district, offers a refreshed retreat. Guests can rent cars, enjoy free WiFi, and get local tips from the concierge. The hotel also provides tour booking assistance and has a gift shop for souvenirs.
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Double or Twin Room (Basement)
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
1 review
(1 review)
Highlights
Soundproofed
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Heated bathroom floor
Minibar
Cable channels
11 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
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Double or Twin Room
8.48.4 out of 10
Very good
8 reviews
(8 reviews)
Highlights
Soundproofed
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Heated bathroom floor
Minibar
11 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
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Comfort Double or Twin room
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
3 reviews
(3 reviews)
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
14 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed
About the neighborhood
Located in Old Town Tallinn, a neighborhood in Tallinn, Rija Old Town Hotel is near the airport and near a train station. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tammsaare Park and Danish King's Garden, while Fat Margaret Tower and Tallinn City Theatre are cultural highlights. Rusian Cultural Center and Estonian Theatre and Music Museum are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours. Visit our Tallinn travel guide
Lai, 49, Tallinn, 10133
What's nearby
Tallinn Christmas Markets
7 min walk - 0.6 km
Town Hall Square
7 min walk - 0.7 km
Tallinn Town Hall
7 min walk - 0.7 km
Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
10 min walk - 0.9 km
Port of Tallinn
12 min walk - 1.1 km
Getting around
Tallinn Baltic Station
9 min walk
Lennart Meri Airport (TLL)
18 min drive
Restaurants
Värav Coffee & Toast
5 min walk
Delicia - La locanda
4 min walk
Vixen Vinoteek
2 min walk
5Senses
4 min walk
Art Priori
4 min walk
About this property
Rija Old Town Hotel
Hotel near Port of Tallinn
Rija Old Town Hotel provides car rentals on site and more. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a vending machine, and a computer station
A gift shop, tour/ticket assistance, and smoke-free premises
A front-desk safe, an elevator, and concierge services
Room features
All guestrooms at Rija Old Town Hotel offer thoughtful touches such as laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities like desk chairs and sound-insulated walls.
Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; EUR 14 for adults and EUR 9 for children
Family friendly
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Gift shop/newsstand
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Vending machine
Guest services
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
Computer station
Accessibility
2 steps to reach entrance
Elevator (35 inch wide door)
More
1 building
5 floors
Built in 2004
Smoking not allowed
Traditional architecture
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Heated bathroom floor
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
32-inch TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Minibar
More
Desk
Desk chair
Iron/ironing board on request
Laptop workspace
Phone
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 20.00
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 7 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 22 per night
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 14 for adults and EUR 9 for children
Nearby parking fee: EUR 7 per day (1640 ft away)
Pet fee: EUR 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-out fee: EUR 20.00 (subject to availability)
Rollaway bed fee: EUR 22 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
We should mention
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property is also known as
Hotel Meriton
Rixwell Old Town
Meriton
Meriton Hotel
Meriton Old Town
Rixwell
Hotel Meriton Old Town
Rija Hotel
Rija Old Town
Rija Old Town Hotel Hotel
Rija Old Town Hotel Tallinn
Rija Old Town Hotel Hotel Tallinn
Frequently asked questions
Is Rija Old Town Hotel pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of EUR 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much does it cost to stay at Rija Old Town Hotel?
As of 6 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rija Old Town Hotel on 22 March 2026 start from AED 169, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
What time is check-in at Rija Old Town Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).
What time is check-out at Rija Old Town Hotel?
Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for EUR 20.00 (subject to availability).
Where is Rija Old Town Hotel located?
Located in Old Town Tallinn, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of St. Olav's Church and Port of Tallinn. Great Coastal Gate and Fat Margaret Tower are just steps away. Tallinn Baltic Station is 9 minutes by foot.
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Reviews
Rija Old Town Hotel Reviews
7.6
Good
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Very friendly, intimate hotel. It felt like staying in a private house. Well placed to visit the old town. Reception staff was friendly and helpful.
The room and entire hotel was beautiful.
Small but clean room with everything you need for a short stay. The hotel is within easy walking distance to Old Town attractions, the Christmas markets and plenty of restaurants, which made exploring very convenient. There’s also a great kids’ playground just a few minutes away — very handy if you’re travelling with kids. Breakfast is on the smaller side but still offers enough variety to start the day well. Overall, a comfortable and well-located hotel.
A beautiful hotel in the heart of the old city but also within walking distance of the new areas. Only a short distance from the Port or 20 minutes drive to the airport. Comfortable rooms, great service and a super breakfast to start your day.
Very central for exploring the old town and an easy walk to the ferry terminal for a day trip to Helsinki. Friendly staff, the breakfast was lovely. Would definitely recommend.
Amazing hotel and everything is easy to reach by foot. Transportation options like busses and trams are nearby as well.
Daan
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
6/10 Okay
Liliana
28 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This is a basic hotel, close to the beautiful towers, near the shouth entrance of old town and walkable to the park and lake. The breakfast was great, staff amazing. I didn’t like that coffee at the front desk is €2.50. Should be free for guests since there is not a coffee machine in the bedrooms. I would stay again only if I’m in a tight budget.
Lovely hotel located within the walls of the old city. Breakfast excellent. Our original room was in the basement although a fine room we did not want to be there and they accommodated our request to be moved the next day for the rest of our stay
I love the service and breakfast. The ged is comfy and the room is basic but convenient. There is not a coffee machine in the room. They do have a coffee machine in the reception but they charge €2.50 to use it. There is no AC
Excellent hotel. The staff were amazing and very professional, friendly and welcoming.
The room was big enough and clean. The breakfast, although buffet, you could have as much or little as you wanted.
If you want a fantastic hotel within easy walking distance of all the attractions (all within 10 minutes) and 2 minutes from the bus/tram stop then this is the hotel for you. Woukd highly recommend this hotel to everyone.
For our first time in Estonia, this was a good stay. Priced well and overall a good stay. The rooms are very small, bathroom is impossible for 2 people to be in at the same time. There are other options nearby we will choose for next time. We got what we paid for. Staff was reasonably polite but it’s also the culture, something you have to get used to.
This hotel has a great location for travelers who want to explore the old town. The area is very walkable and quiet.
My room was not big, but as a solo traveller it was sufficient. Please note, there is no air conditioning, so it may get warm in summer. it would have been helpful if there was a fan. My room had a small old fan that can generate regular and warm air, but it was not helpful for me to cool down.
One of the highlights was the breakfast which I enjoyed very much. It had pickled herring, cheese, eggs, olives, croissants, grilled veggies, meatballs and more. They had a nice espresso machine as well.
Stayed in a Comfort Double room. The first room where the TV didn't work was on the mezzanine floor with a window facing the street. Unfortunately it was very easy to see from the outside, so the curtains had to be used permanently. As a result, the room was very dark. After one night we moved to another room that was more spacious and even had a balcony. It really depends on which room you have in the hotel, even in the most expensive category. Annoying: you can't shower without flooding the bathroom.