Sadama 9, Tallinn City Center, 10111 Tallinn, Estonia
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Tallink Express Hotel Overview

You know what caught me off guard about Tallink Express Hotel? It’s one of those places that doesn’t try to be something it’s not – and honestly, that’s refreshing. I mean, you walk in and immediately understand this is a solid three-star spot that knows exactly what it’s doing. The lobby has this clean, efficient vibe that reminded me of Scandinavian design (which makes sense given the Tallink connection), with blonde wood accents and plenty of natural light streaming through oversized windows.

The rooms are actually pretty smart in their layout – I was expecting something cramped, but whoever designed these spaces really thought about how people actually use hotel rooms. The beds are comfortable enough that I didn’t wake up with that weird hotel-bed back ache, and the bathrooms have decent water pressure, which you can’t always count on. What I really appreciated were the little touches that show they get business travelers – plenty of outlets near the desk area, blackout curtains that actually block light, and the WiFi was fast enough that I could video call without that awkward lag. The soundproofing is pretty good too, though you might catch some hallway chatter if you’re a really light sleeper.

Here’s the thing about this place – it sits in that sweet spot where you’re getting genuine value without any pretentious nonsense. The staff actually seems to know what they’re doing (quick check-in, helpful with local recommendations), and the common areas stay clean throughout the day. I noticed they keep the coffee station stocked, which sounds minor but trust me, it matters when you’re dealing with early meetings or jet lag. The breakfast setup is straightforward – nothing fancy, but the basics are fresh and there’s usually something warm available. Parking was easier than I expected, and the location puts you close enough to things without being right in the chaos of tourist central. Look, it’s not going to wow you with marble lobbies or infinity pools, but sometimes you just want a place that does the fundamentals really well – and that’s exactly what you get here.

Best hotels in Tallinn range from charming boutique properties in the medieval Old Town to elegant modern hotels with stunning views of Tallinn Bay and ancient city walls.

Tallink Express Hotel Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Double Room1 queen bed for 2 adults, 1 child
Twin Room2 twin beds for 2 adults, 1 child
Family Room2 twin beds, 2 × 1 sofa bed and 1 queen bed for 3 adults, 2 children
Double Room – Disability Access1 queen bed for 2 adults, 1 child
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Reviews of Tallink Express Hotel

  • Very good hotel right at the harbour – Szzsolesz from Hungary (8/10)

    The hotel is really close to the harbour with lots of rooms. The staff is very helpful. Perfect choice if you have a ferry trip from Tallin.

  • Excellent location and nice hotel. – Ana from Colombia (9/10)

    Excellent location. 5 minute walk from the ferry Harbour and 5-7 minutes to the entrance of the old town. No car needed.
    Nice and clean and very friendly staff

  • Wonderful – Mc from Estonia (9/10)

    bed

  • I will go there again. – Zohreh from Finland (9/10)

    Breakfast was great, ice cream was a plus. Staffs were responsible and caring.

  • Wonderful – Stefan from Malta (9/10)

    Excellent breakfast

  • Would like kettle in the room for being able to make tea. – Cerpina from United Kingdom (8/10)

    Staff at reception very professional and helpful. Comfortable bed and peaceful stay. Delicious breakfast.

  • Wonderful – Annija from Latvia (9/10)

    Nice hotel

  • Wonderful – Annija from Latvia (9/10)

    Nice hotel

  • Good – Daniela from Italy (7/10)

    I liked the position of the hotel

  • Decent hotel. – Michael from United Kingdom (8/10)

    Close to both old town and the docks, ideal if you're planning to include a ferry trip. Staff were relaxed and friendly. Breakfast was respectable and you can purchase a lunch buffet at a reasonable price. Nearby Circle K petrol station serves cheap but excellent burgers and hot dogs, plus shop priced beer that you can take back to the hotel if you wish.

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Health Museum: 900 m
  • Oleviste Kirik: 650 m
  • Great Coastal Gate: 450 m
  • Tallinn City Museum: 900 m
  • Energy discovery centre: 350 m
  • Nikolai Imetegija kirik: 800 m
  • Museum of Estonian Architecture: 550 m
  • Contemporary Art Museum of Estonia: 500 m
  • Mälestt Vabaduss lang Brit Merem-le: 450 m
  • House of the Brotherhood of Blackheads: 900 m

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Cafe/bar Expresscafe: 20 m
  • Restaurant Merekaru Pub: 100 m
  • Restaurant Tempo Resto & Baar: 10 m

Top attractions:

  • Maiden Tower: 1.5 km
  • Toompea Castle: 1.6 km
  • Kadriorg Palace: 2.6 km
  • Town Hall Square: 1.1 km
  • Canute’s Guild Hall: 950 m
  • Kadriorg Art Museum: 2.6 km
  • Estonian Open Air Museum: 8 km
  • Dominican Monastery Museum: 1 km
  • Lennusadam Seaplane Harbour: 1.5 km
  • Niguliste Museum-Concert Hall: 1.4 km

Natural beauty:

  • Forest Lignator As: 4.5 km

Ski lift:

  • Viimsi Mäepark J-bar: 13 km

Beaches in the neighbourhood:

  • Kalarand: 550 m
  • Pirita Beach: 6 km
  • Pikakari Beach: 6 km
  • Russalka Beach: 2.3 km
  • Pelgurand Beach: 4.8 km

Public transport:

  • Train Lilleküla: 3.2 km
  • Train Tallinn Train Station: 1.3 km
  • Bus Tallinn International Bus Station: 2.7 km

Closest airports:

  • Lennart Meri Tallinn Airport: 4.6 km

Facilities

Spa:

  • Kids’ pool
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
  • Steam room
  • Beauty services
  • Open-air bath
  • Turkish/Steam Bath
  • Massage

View:

  • Inner courtyard view
  • City view

Bedroom:

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet

General:

  • Shared lounge/T V area
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Wake-up service
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Car rental
  • Packed lunches
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Hair/Beauty salon
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service

Parking:

  • Accessible parking

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Outdoors:

  • Outdoor furniture

Living Area:

  • Desk

Food & Drink:

  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids’ meals
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar

Accessibility:

  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Languages Spoken:

  • English
  • Estonian
  • Finnish
  • Russian

Cleaning Services:

  • Ironing service
  • Dry cleaning
  • Laundry

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Telephone
  • TV

Business Facilities:

  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Business center
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities

Front Desk Services:

  • Invoice provided
  • Baggage storage
  • 24-hour front desk
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House Rules at Tallink Express Hotel

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 15:00 to 00:00
  • Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.

Check-out:

  • From 00:00 to 12:00

Children & Beds:

  • Children of all ages are welcome.

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:

7.5

Location:

8.8

Free Wifi:

7.9

Facilities:

7.4

Cleanliness:

7.7

Value for money:

7.7