Vabaõhumuuseumi tee 11/ Lillevälja 2, Haabersti, 13522 Tallinn, Estonia
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Hotel Rocca al Mare Overview

I’ll be honest – when I first pulled up to Hotel Rocca al Mare, I wasn’t expecting much from a 4-star property with a 7.6 rating. You know how it is with those middle-tier places, they can really go either way. But this one actually surprised me in some pretty good ways.

The thing about Rocca al Mare is that it feels like it’s trying to be something more upscale than it technically is, and mostly succeeds. The lobby has this sort of maritime-inspired design that could’ve been cheesy but actually works – think weathered wood and subtle nautical touches without going full shipwreck theme restaurant. Check-in was smooth enough, though I did notice they seem to get slammed around 3 PM when tour groups roll in, so if you’re flexible with timing, maybe aim for earlier or later. The staff speaks pretty decent English, which honestly isn’t always a given at this price point.

My room was on the fourth floor (thank god for the elevator – I mean, it’s not the fastest thing in the world, but it beats hauling luggage up stairs). The space itself was clean and reasonably modern, though you can tell some of the furniture has seen better days. What I really appreciated was the attention to little details – decent water pressure in the shower, blackout curtains that actually block light, and a minibar that wasn’t completely highway robbery priced. The Wi-Fi worked fine for basic stuff, though if you’re planning to stream movies or take video calls, you might want to manage your expectations. One thing that caught me off guard was how quiet it stays at night. I was worried about street noise, but the windows do a surprisingly good job of blocking sound, and the hotel itself doesn’t seem to attract the party crowd.

The breakfast setup is where they really punch above their weight class. It’s not just continental – they’ve got hot options, local specialties, and the coffee is actually drinkable (which, let’s be real, isn’t always the case). I found myself lingering there most mornings, partly because the dining room gets good natural light and partly because you can people-watch the mix of business travelers and tourists figuring out their day. Parking is available but costs extra, which they could definitely be more upfront about during booking. Overall, Rocca al Mare sits in that sweet spot where you’re getting solid value without any major surprises – good or bad. It’s the kind of place where everything works as advertised, the staff genuinely seems to care, and you’ll sleep well without breaking the bank. Not going to change your life, but honestly? Sometimes that’s exactly what you need.

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Hotel Rocca al Mare Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Double or Twin Room2 twin beds and 1 queen bed for 2 adults, 2 children
Single Room1 twin bed for 1 adult
Suite with Spa Bath1 queen bed for 2 adults, 2 children
Double Room with Sea View1 queen bed for 2 adults, 2 children
Family Triple Room with Spa Bath1 twin bed and 1 full bed for 3 adults, 2 children
Economy Double or Twin Room1 queen bed and 2 twin beds for 2 adults, 2 children
Junior Suite with Spa Bath1 full bed for 2 adults, 2 children
Economy Quadruple Room without Window2 twin beds and 1 queen bed for 4 adults, 3 children
Single Capsule Bed – No Window1 twin bed for 1 adult
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Reviews of Hotel Rocca al Mare

  • Exceptional – Hector from Ireland (8/10)

    Good place, lovely breakfast the pool was bit cold. But that’s ok

  • The just resting place without fun. – Queendalyn from Finland (8/10)

    I like the fact that the hotel is very close to a shopping mall and zoo( very walkable distance). The breakfast was good. The room was very spacious, and the staff were friendly and helpful. I loved the sauna.

  • A time-worn but affordable place to stay. – Agris from Estonia (7/10)

    Staff was friendly. The family room is huge.

  • Very Good – Ilia from Finland (8/10)

    Very good Sauna!

  • Wonderful – Gintsr from Latvia (9/10)

    close to Arean and FoodFair

  • Will stay again – Anita from Latvia (8/10)

    This is our 3rd time here. Everything was very nice and exactly as expected. Beds are super comfortable. Staff is great.

  • Wonderful – Laima from Latvia (9/10)

    Swimming pool, elevator, free parking

  • Very Good – Roden from United Kingdom (8/10)

    It was ok but could have been better

  • Ideal hotel for a short stay – Victor from United Kingdom (7/10)

    Good value for money

  • Price performance – Ilgvars from Latvia (8/10)

    Pool

Facilities

Spa:

  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Massage
  • Spa
  • Sauna

Bedroom:

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet

General:

  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Heating
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms

Parking:

  • Street parking

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Outdoors:

  • Beachfront
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Services:

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • 24-hour front desk

Activities:

  • Bicycle rental
  • Beach
  • Cycling

Food & Drink:

  • Bar

Accessibility:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Languages Spoken:

  • English
  • Estonian
  • Russian

Safety & security:

  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • TV

Indoor swimming pool Free!:

  • Opening times
  • Open all year
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House Rules at Hotel Rocca al Mare

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Groups:

  • When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.

Check-in:

  • From 14:00

Check-out:

  • Until 12:00

Children & Beds:

  • Children of all ages are welcome.

No age restriction:

  • There’s no age requirement for check-in

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.

Guest reviews

Staff:

8.0

Comfort:

7.8

Location:

8.6

Free Wifi:

8.1

Facilities:

7.5

Cleanliness:

7.9

Value for money:

7.7