OldHouse Apartments

The host replied quickly, though I never met them. Instructions with the door code and key box combination arrived the day before. Check-in was at 3pm, and the WiFi network was “Apartments2,” but the password written on the door was illegible. A beeping smoke alarm needed a new battery, and that was sorted within 24 hours. APT #1 is the only apartment with balconies, so book early if you want them. From both balconies there’s a view of Town Square. The apartment has two bedrooms and two bathrooms, a full kitchen with dishwasher, large fridge and microwave, and a washing machine. It was clean and had everything I needed. I was traveling alone and loved it. Despite facing the square, it was quiet at night, and the windows and doors were well insulated. Tallinn goes to sleep early, with no loud bars nearby. I visited in late May and didn’t need air conditioning. Tallinn nights stay cool even after warm days. I’m from Miami, where everything has a/c, but I’m not sure whether this apartment even has it. For luggage, I used Hotel Veru, the former KGB bugged hotel with a KGB Museum tour. It was a 10-minute walk to Kinga 1, and they charged 5€ per piece. Ask the receptionist nicely. Taxis can’t reach the apartment door on Town Square, so ask a taxi or Bolt! to stop at Tourist Information Office (Niguliste 2), which is closest and known to drivers. You can pop in for a map or questions before walking two short blocks to the apartment. The women there speak impeccable English and were kind, patient, and helpful. They told me about cultural events, and I bought tickets to two performances at the Estonia Opera & Concert Hall. They were cheap compared with U.S. prices, and I recommend it if you enjoy seeing beautiful city venues while watching music or dance. The “Tallinn in a Nutshell Free Walking Tour” also starts there every day at 11 am and 2 pm. Katia was an exceptional guide if you can get her. Her voice carries, her pace suits all ages, and her storytelling made the 2+ hour walk entertaining and informative. I’d stay nowhere else if I return to Tallinn. With 3pm check-in and 11am check-out, I think these apartments make more sense for stays of 3+ days. For a shorter visit, a hotel may be more practical if you need early check-in, late checkout, or luggage storage.