Lydia Hotel

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with free breakfast and a health club

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Free daily buffet breakfast
Business center
Reception hall
1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Indoor pool

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Room service

Explore the area

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Ülikooli 14, Tartu, 51003
  • Place, Tartu Town Hall
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Tartu
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Student's Lock-Up
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Airport, Tartu (TAY)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Double or Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Superior Double or Twin Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 322 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Executive Double or Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Luxury Apartment

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Tartu

Located in Old Town Tartu, Lydia Hotel is next to Toomemägi and Tartu Town Hall. This 70-room, 4.5-star hotel has free breakfast along with conveniences like an indoor pool and a 24-hour gym.

What's nearby

  • Tartu Town Hall - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • University of Tartu - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Student's Lock-Up - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Vanemuine Theatre - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Science Centre AHHAA - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Tartu (TAY) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chocolaterie Pierre - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Werner - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pahad Poisid - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Vilde ja Vine - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pompei - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Lydia Hotel

Luxury hotel with free breakfast and a health club
At Lydia Hotel, guests enjoy an indoor pool, a gym, and a sauna. If you drive, self parking is EUR 24.00 per night, and there's also an airport shuttle for a fee. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage, securing valuables, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this luxury hotel include free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour business center, and a meeting room.
Guests can expect flat-screen TVs with satellite channels, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, free toiletries, bathrobes, and slippers. Other standard amenities include minibars, coffee makers, and safes.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool, a health club, and a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Self parking on site (EUR 24 per night)

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Hõlm

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 47 per night
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Self parking fee: EUR 24.00 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 47 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (fees apply). Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Estonia. This property is rated 4 star Superior and is displayed on this page as 4.5 stars.

Property is also known as

Lydia Hotel Tartu
Lydia Tartu
Lydia Hotel Hotel
Lydia Hotel Tartu
Lydia Hotel Hotel Tartu

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Lydia Hotel?

Lydia Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Lydia Hotel?

As of Nov 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lydia Hotel on Dec 7, 2025 start from $125.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see near Lydia Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Old Town Tartu, just steps from Tartu Town Hall and Father and Son' sculpture, and within a short walk of Student's Lock-Up. You'll also find Tartu Kuradisild and Vanemuine Theatre less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Lydia Hotel?

Yes, parking is offered for EUR 24.00 per night.

Does Lydia Hotel feature a casino on the premises?

No, Lydia Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Lydia Hotel?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool.

Is Lydia Hotel a good place to stay for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an indoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Lydia Hotel?

No, but guests can enjoy a steam room at this hotel.

Does Lydia Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Lydia Hotel serves free buffet breakfast at Hõlm each morning.

Will Lydia Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Lydia Hotel.

Does Lydia Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Where is the closest airport to Lydia Hotel?

The closest major airport to Lydia Hotel is Tartu (TAY), which is 8.4 mi away (22 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Lydia Hotel?

No, at Lydia Hotel, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Reviews

Lydia Hotel Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 310 out of 372 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 55 out of 372 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 372 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 372 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 372 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Vladyslav

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very beautiful rooms and the pool/saunas are amazing! It's very close to lots of restaurants and the pretty town square.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marju, Kensington

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good-sized room, comfortable beds. Large bathroom. Great breakfst. Location is right near central square.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miles, Indian Wells

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding in every way. The staff are friendly and knowledgeable. The hotel lobby has great free coffee and hot chocolate. The spa is amazing. Great pool, steam, saunas and showers. The room is large, well furnished and comfortable. The bathroom is wonderful. The hotel is a five minute walk to the Town Hall Square full of shops and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gholamreza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Grzegorz

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Greg

Hotel don't accept American Express credit cards
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mirjam

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Tiia

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lived up to the reviews
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry, Alexandria

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right smack dab in the middle of the old town. Walkable to most tourist areas within a few minutes. Great staff and great rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marju, Kensington

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was modern and comfortable. Breakfast choices were varied and interesting. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

SUKHVINDER

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marta, Calgary

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast is fabulous!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marju, Kensington

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the spa at Lydia Hotel. And bravo to the management for making this relatively small space adults only. In the same week we stayed at the Radisson Collection in Tallinn, where children were allowed to run around and yell. It was bad experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mia

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I was so disappointed as I thought I had booked into Holm restaurant for7pm but no booking was there. Reception advised an alternate and we enjoyed an excellent dinner.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful hotel in a great location

My wife and I stayed at the Lydia hotel (classic double room) for one night in July 2024. We absolutely loved this Michelin star hotel! The hotel and the room were very clean, modern, and had everything we needed. Our room faced the park, so it was very quiet, and we slept like babies in the very, very comfortable bed. The location is fantastic, right across the street from the old town’s main square. There was no room in their parking garage as I hadn’t pre-booked parking, so bear this in mind. I parked in an underground garage a ten-minute walk from the hotel, and it was very reasonable (€10/day). The breakfast was extraordinary, lots of choices but also so well prepared, from the fluffy scrambled eggs to the honey produced in their own apiary on the roof of the hotel. We were sorry we didn’t eat at the restaurant the night before when we saw how great their breakfast was. Perhaps best of all was the lovely staff. They were all so friendly and helpful, in stark contrast to what we experienced the previous two days in Tallinn. You won’t go wrong with this delightful hotel, and we would absolutely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helme

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding hotel. The room itself was big, everything was new and updated, with a nice shower and several thoughtful little amenities. It is in the best place any hotel could be - right next to the quaint Downtown area - Raekoja Plaza and university - and there is an option to walk to Toomemagi or riverbank for a morning exercise. To top it off, the hotel has a Michelin awarded restaurant that deserves its fame. I did not use the pool or fitness center but they have one. Overall, one of the best hotels I have stayed in.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024