Loft Kalamaja

Loft Kalamaja Overview

I’ll be honest – when I first heard about Loft Kalamaja, I wasn’t expecting much from a 3-star place. But you know what? Sometimes the best discoveries come when your expectations are modest, and this little gem in Tallinn’s coolest neighborhood completely won me over.

The thing about Kalamaja is that it’s where actual Estonians live and hang out, not just tourists snapping photos of medieval towers. You’re literally staying in what used to be the city’s industrial quarter – think converted wooden houses painted in these amazing bright colors, mixed with sleek new developments that somehow don’t feel out of place. The loft itself captures that vibe perfectly. It’s got this industrial-chic thing going on (exposed beams, concrete elements) but feels warm and lived-in, not sterile like some boutique places can be. The rooms are surprisingly spacious – I mean, when they say “loft,” they actually mean it, with these nice high ceilings that make everything feel airy.

What really gets me about staying here is the location. You can walk to Kalamaja Cemetery in five minutes – sounds morbid, I know, but it’s actually this peaceful green space where locals jog and walk their dogs. Plus, you’re right near Põhja puiestee, which has some fantastic cafés that don’t cater to tour groups. I spent way too much money at NOP Café just down the street, but their sourdough is honestly incredible. The Telliskivi Creative City is basically next door too, which is where all the cool shops and restaurants have set up in these old factory buildings. On weekends it gets pretty lively, but the hotel itself stays surprisingly quiet – good windows, I guess.

Actually, let me mention the practical stuff that matters. Parking can be a bit tricky in this area – it’s mostly street parking and locals know all the good spots – but the hotel staff actually gave me solid advice about where to leave the car overnight. Check-in was smooth, no drama, and they genuinely seemed to know the neighborhood well when I asked for restaurant recommendations. The whole place feels like it’s run by people who actually care, which you don’t always get at this price point. Sure, it’s not going to have a fancy spa or a marble lobby, but honestly, who needs that when you’re staying somewhere with this much character? The rating speaks for itself – 9 out of 10 from guests who’ve actually stayed here – and after spending three nights there, I totally get why. It’s the kind of place that makes you feel like you’re experiencing the real Tallinn, not some sanitized tourist version of it.

Loft Kalamaja Accommodations

Reviews of Loft Kalamaja

• NIce little appartment in Tallin! – Luis from Portugal (9/10)

  Loved this small apartment! At walking distance from the old town. Well equipped. Comfortable bed. Nice wifi. Cosy! Everything was perfect!

• I had a lovely stay in this apartment. I had everything I needed to cook my food, work, relax. The owner is very friendl – Agnieszka from United Kingdom (9/10)

  Location, everything I needed was in the apartment, comfortable, great communication with the owner, lift to the flat so I didn’t need to drag my bag on the stairs, owen, microwave, fridge, cooker, washing machine and good internet.

• Wonderful – Maksym from Ukraine (9/10)

  Крутий дизайн квартири, вікно величезне. 10 хвилин до старого міста.

• Very Good – Z from Russia (8/10)

  Местоположение, отношение персонала (мгновенная отзывчивость)

• Exceptional – Veronika from Czech Republic (9/10)

  Ubytování kousek od centra a pláže, apartmán čistý. Byl snadný příjezd a ubytování se díky klíčům v uzamykatelném boxu. Moc hezká budova. Vybavení dostatečné. Bylo tam vše potřebné. Celkově moc prima pobyt.

• Väga hubane, nautisime paarilisega väga – Saskia from Estonia (9/10)

  Jube hubane voodi. Lae ventilatsioon hoidis meid kuuma ilmaga jahedas. Kõik mugavused olid olemas oma privaatses loftis. Oli palju kohti kuhu asju panna. Ka pesuvahendid, nii nõude, riiete kui ka keha jaoks olid kohapeal olemas.

• Very Good – Markus from Germany (8/10)

  – gute Lage nahe des Veranstaltungsortes, fußläufig erreichbar
  – Miniküche mit Kühlschrank für eigene Vorräte
  – sogar eine Waschmaschine, habe ich aber nicht gebraucht

• Wunderschöne Lage, sehr kurzer Weg zum Strand und zur Altstadt. Die Unterkunft hat alles was es braucht, sogar eine Wasc – Juri from Germany (8/10)

  Top Lage und recht geräumig. Hab mich dort einige Tage alleine sehr wohl gefühlt.

• Exceptional – Alina from France (9/10)

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