Viru Backpackers Hostel
Viru 5, Tallinn City Center, 10133 Tallinn, Estonia
Viru Backpackers Hostel is a small, friendly place on the bustling main street of Tallinn's old town, just around the corner from the Town Hall. We are a self-check-in Hostel catering to those independent travelers, couples, and families offering cheap private accommodations with an international atmosphere. The prime location means it's easy to reach all of the best cafes, restaurants, bars, museums, and galleries and a really short walk away from all the cultural hot spots. If you want to be in the midst of the action of Tallinn, Viru Backpackers Hostel provides tidy and spacious quarters prepared with linen and a towel. If you are interested in seeing more of Estonia, just ask the friendly associates about the day trips that are organized to the harbor town of Paldiski and to Lahemaa National Park and many more.
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84 US$ / night** Approximate prices for a 1-night stay
Guest reviews for Viru Backpackers Hostel
"Great location, great communication, easy to find, great value"
"Aucun."
"Possible early check-in, well-equiped kitchen, free coffee, tea, spacious clean room"
"Light and noise from the street, but not hostel's fault"
"Amazing location right on the main street of Old town. Noisy until about 2300 each night but then was quiet. Check in was easy. The Price was great for the value."
"Aucun."
"For the price I paid, I would book the same place in a heartbeat."
"The only 3 minor things were: 1) The toilet seat was not sitting that well 2) The elevator does not go to the floor with the room, but it does go to the floor above. So it helps a lot, but could be a bit better 3) The instructions to enter the building were slightly long, and as I was not focused, I ended up riding up with an elevator only to have to ride back down to take the room key."
"The place was clean and quiet. Being able to get instant coffee was nice."
"Another guest was knocking at the hostel door in the hallway; we were surprised that there was no staff in between 15 and 16. It took us a while to realize that we need to get our keys from the key lockers. Own fault for not remembering/checking the given instructions, though."
"perfect location, in the heart of the old town complementary coffee & tea was a bonus! also the well equiped kitchen, where one could prepare his meals. very comfy bed & plesant atmosphere in the room, good ligtning & temperature."
"Sometimes noisy from the street passing by. bathrooms could be in a better shape"
"Location in the city centre, close to everything, easy to get in without talking to anyone Really nice apartment and room"
"The water pressure in the shower was pretty low"
"It's cheap and in the center of old town. Anastasiia (staff) is an absolute joy!"
"You have to walk a bit to the hostel because cars can't drive up there. So if you've got more than 2 pieces of luggage, beware. No elevator to the third floor (that's where the check in)"
"The location couldn't be better, it's right in the centre of the city. The room was big, clean, and had a huge window to the street. The bathroom was fine. The no-shoes policies is excellent, it keeps the main areas clean. Self check-in was very easy."
"It's a budget hotel, don't expect anything fancy. But it's excellent for a quick visit to Tallin, if you are not fussy and don't want to splurge in a more expensive hotel."
"Everything was great. Quite place with comfortable bed (had a room for 2) and clean bathroom Easy to find with an instruction provided."
"Aucun."
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Guest reviews
"Very functional, clean room in a house. The family room is very big, and everything was in place. The owner of the house was very nice and helpful. Breakfast was good. Beds were comfortable"
Anat Nature Guest House
"– Clean and peaceful. – Friendly and positive staff. – Well-equipped kitchen with everything you need. – Adorable “four-legged staff” – two lovely collie dogs."
Andrey Metsa Hostel
"Lovely bright living area, very comfortable for solo traveller, cozy for a couple"
"Great location Pancake cafe at 1st floor Sleep was well for me"
Raivis Hermes Külalistemaja
"Clean and comfortable. Everything was there. Really nice stay"
Pille Taevas Külalistemaja
"It was very warm in the room, quite spacious. A place in the backyard to park the car. Shower and the water pressure was great."
Antra Mõisa Ait Apartment
"Great location and clean hotel, comfortable and right above the restaurant"
Andrei Guesthouse Mõisa Ait
"Kõik oli hubane ja mõnus. Natuke palav oli, aga ei midagi hullu."
Ann Koreli apartment
"A very good location. Right next to the beach. Wonderful neighbours. Kitchen had everything we needed."
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