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About the Hotel

Viru 5, Tallinn, Estonia, 10133
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Steps from the Old Town

Accommodation Options

Viru Backpackers Hostel offers a range of dormitory-style accommodations, consisting of 6, 8, and 10-bed shared rooms. Private rooms are available for those seeking a quieter stay. Every bed comes equipped with a personal reading light and secure lockers for added convenience.

Location

Situated in the vibrant Old Town, the hostel is just a 5-minute walk from the iconic Town Hall Square. This prime location allows easy access to various historical sites, cafes, and local shops. Public transportation links are nearby, providing convenient options for further exploration.

Dining Options

Where travelers can enjoy breakfast at the on-site café, featuring a variety of light meals and snacks. Communal kitchens are available for guests to prepare their meals, ensuring flexibility during their stay. Additionally, the hostel often organizes group dinners for socializing.

Social Spaces

The hostel includes a common lounge area where guests can relax and connect with fellow travelers. Outdoor terrace space is available for enjoying the fresh air and scenic views. Game nights and events are frequently scheduled to foster a friendly atmosphere.

Budget-Friendly Amenities

Viru Backpackers Hostel provides essential amenities such as 24-hour reception and luggage storage for guests. Laundry facilities are available to help guests keep their clothes fresh during travels. The hostel also offers free city maps to assist in local navigation.

Highlights

Location: 5-minute walk from Town Hall Square

Rooms: 6, 8, and 10-bed shared rooms

Dining: on-site café for light meals

Social: common lounge area for relaxation

Must-do experiences

  • Stroll through the historic Kalamaja district for colorful wooden houses.
  • Taste traditional black bread at the Balti Jaama Turg market.
  • Visit the Kumu Art Museum for stunning Estonian contemporary art.
  • Explore the medieval Tallinn Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
  • Try the local smoked fish at the Fish Market on the waterfront.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Single Room
2 persons
8 m² 
1 Single bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Double Room Private Bathroom
2 persons
16 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Double Room
2 persons
16 m² 
1 Double bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Apartment
2 persons
35 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre
Tallinn200 m
Airports
Lennart Meri Tallinn (TLL) 5.4 km
Train
Tallinn Train Station700 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Adults only
  • Luggage storage
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Guest Parking

  • Shared kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Shops/Commercial services

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Board games
  • Game room

Room features

  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Washing machine

Self-catering

  • Shared kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
  • Curtains
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Location

Viru 5, Tallinn, Estonia, 10133
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Viru 5, Tallinn, Estonia, 10133
Nearby
City Center
Tallinn Old Town
180 m
Church
Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
530 m
Square
Tallinn Town Hall
180 m
Square
Freedom Square
550 m
TallinnEstonia
Viru Square
400 m
Theatre
Great Guild Hall
300 m
Raekoja plats 1
Tallinna Raekoja Plats
170 m
Event hall
House of the Brotherhood of Blackheads
400 m
Theatre
Estonian National Opera
520 m
Vene 12
St Catherine's passage
260 m
Vene 17
Tallinn City Museum
340 m
Muurivahe 12
Estonian Theatre and Music Museum
370 m
Lai 30
Estonian Health Care Museum
490 m
Vabaduse vaeljak 7
War of Independence Victory Column
520 m
Monastery
Dominican Monastery Museum
240 m
Church
Church of the Holy Ghost
290 m
Garden
Danish King's Garden
470 m
Restaurants
III Draakon
180 m
Town Hall Raekoja plats 1
Karja Kelder
200 m
Vaeike-Karja 1
McDonald's
120 m
Viru 24
Boba Koda
210 m
Mueuerivahe 21 Tallinn Town Hall
Pizza Grande
230 m
Vaeike-Karja 6
DOM restaurant
230 m
Narva maantee 7
Linnutee Puhvet
240 m
Suur-Karja 11
OM Bohem
320 m
Munga 2 Old Town
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Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 Room