On this Baltics and Finland adventure, we mostly stay in three- and four-star hotels, ideally located for access to the key sites. Below are the properties we typically use.
Vilnius: Comfort Hotel (nights 1-2)
This modern, music-themed hotel is well located with 200 rooms that have an urban twist.
Liepaja: Liva Hotel (night 3)
In the heart of Liepaja, Liva Hotel has 115 comfortable rooms and half a century of history. There's also a bar and restaurant, which offers an international menu, and a fitness room.
Riga: Islande Hotel (nights 4-5)
Near the Daugava River, the Islande has a magnificent panoramic view of Riga Old Town. It's located in a green area of Kipsala island, a 12-minute walk from the Old City, and offers a wide range of amenities, including a bowling alley, gym, two restaurants and a summer terrace.
Kuressaare, Saaremaa: Staadioni Hotel (nights 6-7)
The well-located Staadioni Hotel is close to the highlights of Kuressaare, including the 14th-century castle-fortress. Though modest, it's only a 10-minute walk to town and has 27 spacious rooms with views to the castle and seaside.
Tallinn: Go Schnelli (nights 8-9)
Go Schnelli is near the medieval old town of Tallinn and Balti Jaam Market. When you’re not out exploring, the first-floor hotel restaurant has floor-to-ceiling windows with views over both and serves breakfast plus an à la carte dinner menu.
Helsinki: Original Sokos Hotel Albert (nights 10-11)
Our nights in Helsinki are spent in the Original Sokos Hotel Albert. It is a relaxed, small property in the heart of the Punavuori district, at the corner of Uudenmaankatu and Albertinkatu.
Worth knowing
If you opt for the single supplement, please note that in some hotels, this may mean having a room with a single bed.