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Draakon Hotel in Tartu
🌍 Tartu, Raekoja Plats 4
● Center: 490 m
🌞 Beach - 1.3 km
✅ Multiple guests praised the hotel's excellent location right next to the Town Hall Square. ✅ Rooms are described as spacious, clean, and well-ventilated with comfortable beds. ✅ The breakfast received positive comments including being tasty and offering a three-course option. ✅ Staff friendliness and helpfulness were highlighted by several reviewers who felt like staying at a friend's house. ❌ Several reviews mention understaffing, leading to slow check-in and check-out processes. ❌ Some guests reported issues with cleanliness, such as unclean bathrooms and leftover items in the sauna. ❌ WiFi was criticized for being weak or slow in some rooms, with reception staff unable to resolve the problem efficiently. ❌ Maintenance issues were noted, including a squeaky front door and a dark lobby, suggesting neglected upkeep.
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Minibar, shower and private bathroom
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Air conditioning, minibar and shower
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Description
Draakon Hotel is a 3-star establishment located in the heart of Tartu, offering a diverse selection of rooms ranging from Run of House to Suites. Guests can expect amenities including free WiFi, air conditioning, and a 24-hour front desk. The hotel features a restaurant and bar, a sauna, billiards, and business facilities such as meeting rooms and a business centre. Opened approximately 20 years ago, it provides services like currency exchange, dry cleaning, laundry, and luggage storage. Pets are allowed on request, though fees apply. Reviews highlight spacious and clean rooms with comfortable beds, as well as an excellent breakfast with a three-course option. The hotel’s service quality varies according to guest experiences, with some noting friendly staff and others mentioning understaffing and slow reception response.
Location
Draakon Hotel is situated at Raekoja Plats 4 in Tartu, right next to the Town Hall Square. This central location grants guests immediate access to the city's main square and nearby attractions. The nearest beach, Linnaujula, is approximately 1.34 kilometers from the hotel. Within walking distance, you’ll find restaurants and cafes such as Restaurant «Sunna OÜ» just 47 meters away, and two cafes—«Vilde tervisekohvik» and «Ed. Vilde kohvik»—at around 250 meters. This makes it convenient for guests to explore local dining options without venturing far from their accommodation.
Tips
- Expect the front desk to be less busy during off-peak hours, but be prepared for possible wait times during check-in and check-out due to limited staff.
- If you rely on WiFi, consider using city WiFi connections as the hotel's signal may be weak in some rooms.
- For breakfast, try to arrive early to enjoy the full range of options before limited choices appear.
Policies and conditions
- Child policies: Children of all ages are welcome at this property. Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
- Cribs and Extra Beds: For all room types, cribs and extra beds can be added. Fees for extra beds and cribs are not included in the total price. For details, please contact the hotel.
- Breakfast: Western Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
- Pets: Pets are allowed on request Fee: Contact the property for details
- Age Requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
- Paying at the hotel: MasterCard, Visa, AmericanExpress
- Check in time: 14:00. Check out time: 12:00.
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Services and facilities
General
- Elevator/lift
- Currency exchange
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Ticket assistance
- All Spaces Non-Smoking (public and private)
Rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Family room
- Cable TV
- TV
- Minibar
- Hairdryer
- Shower/Bathtub
- Wardrobe/Closet
- Toiletries
Accessibility
- Accessibility features
Services and amenities
- Iron and board
- Laundry
- Dry-cleaning
- Shoe shine
- Luggage storage
- Wake-up service
- Telephone
Meals
- Bar
- Restaurant
Internet
- Free Wi-Fi
Transfer
- Airport transportation
- Car rental
Languages Spoken
- German
- Russian
- English
Tourist services
- Tour assistance
Recreation
- Billiards
Parking
- Free parking
Business
- Business center
- Fax and copy machine
- Meeting and presentation facilities
- Conference Hall
Kids
- Family/Kid Friendly
Pets
- Pets allowed
The nearest beach is located on the distance of 1340 m. It takes 20 minutes To the beach!
Street view
Video: Old Kone traction elevator/lift in Hotel Draakon, Tartu, Estonia
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Reviews
17.11.2024
I had an amazing time in the Draakon Hotel. The location can't be better. As for the service, I felt that I stay at my dear friends house. Huge room, comfy bed, amazing 3 course breakfast and lovely hosts... I highly recommend it for anybody who visits Tartu.
Oleg
Oleg
16.10.2023
The hotel is nice, with very spacious and clean rooms, excellent bathrooms and very friendly and helpful staff.
29.09.2023
Fantastic Location in Tartu
My one night stay at the Draakon hotel was okay. The location was fantastic and my room overlooking the fountain was an ideal spot (even though the fountain was blocked off and under repair for the European Capital of Culture preparations). I did feel like there were 2 people working in the whole hotel and definitely a wait to get my room and when checking out, no one was around, so I left my key at the front desk and left. I don't think the cleaning was great. I found a bobby pin on the floor in my room which makes me think maybe they weren't vacuuming, as well as a towel in the sauna, which I think was left over from another guest. The minibar was missing a lot of items from the list, so I don't think that is checked regularly and the included breakfast I found not great. It was fine for a one night stay and as said, the location is great, but I would probably not stay for more than a night or two.
My one night stay at the Draakon hotel was okay. The location was fantastic and my room overlooking the fountain was an ideal spot (even though the fountain was blocked off and under repair for the European Capital of Culture preparations). I did feel like there were 2 people working in the whole hotel and definitely a wait to get my room and when checking out, no one was around, so I left my key at the front desk and left. I don't think the cleaning was great. I found a bobby pin on the floor in my room which makes me think maybe they weren't vacuuming, as well as a towel in the sauna, which I think was left over from another guest. The minibar was missing a lot of items from the list, so I don't think that is checked regularly and the included breakfast I found not great. It was fine for a one night stay and as said, the location is great, but I would probably not stay for more than a night or two.
27.08.2023
This hotel is a definite time capsule back to the end of 90-s, and as such might even be considered lovely. Still, it is very much understaffed, resulting in a hostel-like atmosphere (neglected reception area, staff slowly appears only after phonecall etc). Breakfast was tasty, although with limited choices. There is a huge unused potential in this place!
20.03.2023
This hotel opened around 20 years ago, but its glory days are long gone.
First impression upon arrival: is the hotel open or closed? The front door does not close and it squeaks, which shows that nobody cares about maintenance and has not done so for a very long time. Lobby was dark (yes, I understand that they are trying to save energy, but still).
Absolutely terrible attitude and service by an older couple. The wifi was dead slow (to the point of unusable). The password in the room was for a router that did not cover the room. When I asked the receptionist about it, they said it was correct and asked me to restart my phone. Well, no difference. My computer picked up a weak signal, but another router had a stronger signal, which is why I asked in the first place. I was very impolitely told off to "go to your conference". Later when I came back, they had actually checked the signal in my room and admitted that the signal was weak and suggested I use one of the city wifi connections instead. They also claimed that they cannot do anything about the wifi and that they have their free time until 14 o'clock.
The bathroom was not clean when I arrived and not two days later either when I left the hotel. The dead old spider, flies and web shows that it had not been cleaned for ages.
The breakfast was good, however, managed by an old man that could barely keep his pants up from falling down.
Advice to management: replace yourselves, along with the staff. If the management are the owners of the hotel - sell it to someone who knows how to run a hotel properly. Draakon actually has good potential, however, it needs to be run by someone who cares.
Having stayed at hundreds of hotels, this was really a terrible experience, especially considering the high price.
First impression upon arrival: is the hotel open or closed? The front door does not close and it squeaks, which shows that nobody cares about maintenance and has not done so for a very long time. Lobby was dark (yes, I understand that they are trying to save energy, but still).
Absolutely terrible attitude and service by an older couple. The wifi was dead slow (to the point of unusable). The password in the room was for a router that did not cover the room. When I asked the receptionist about it, they said it was correct and asked me to restart my phone. Well, no difference. My computer picked up a weak signal, but another router had a stronger signal, which is why I asked in the first place. I was very impolitely told off to "go to your conference". Later when I came back, they had actually checked the signal in my room and admitted that the signal was weak and suggested I use one of the city wifi connections instead. They also claimed that they cannot do anything about the wifi and that they have their free time until 14 o'clock.
The bathroom was not clean when I arrived and not two days later either when I left the hotel. The dead old spider, flies and web shows that it had not been cleaned for ages.
The breakfast was good, however, managed by an old man that could barely keep his pants up from falling down.
Advice to management: replace yourselves, along with the staff. If the management are the owners of the hotel - sell it to someone who knows how to run a hotel properly. Draakon actually has good potential, however, it needs to be run by someone who cares.
Having stayed at hundreds of hotels, this was really a terrible experience, especially considering the high price.
07.12.2022
I was very happy with my stay. Rooms were clean and fresh. Excellent location just next to the Town Hall....... with lot's of amazing foods and nice drink's with an affordable price.... customer service was awesome...
18.11.2022
I enjoyed.y stay there, the rooms are neat, good and delicious meals, wonderful services, good atmosphere. Good location too
15.11.2022
I enjoyed my stay at Draakon Hotel. Their rooms are well-ventilated and clean. I spent two days there. Their service was very satisfactory.
13.11.2022
It was a lovely experience to try this hotel and it was so clean and comfy
I'd love to go there again❤️❤️
I'd love to go there again❤️❤️
11.11.2022
The hotel has good room service the staff does there work very professional and iloved there hygiene around the hotel and is easily accessed
23.06.2021
What a wonderful hotel in the university center. Large, clean rooms. Wonderful staff and managers who greeted me as I entered and exited the hotel. My stay in August 2012 was quiet at night too. The buffet breakfast was hugh and filling. The variety of different foods was broad too. I hope to return again to the Draakon.
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Cafe and Restaurants near hotel
Restaurant «Sunna OÜ» (1 min)
Rüütli 2, 51007 Tartu
Cafe «Vilde tervisekohvik» (4 min)
Vallikraavi 4, 51003 Tartu
Cafe «Ed. Vilde kohvik» (4 min)
Frequently asked questions about Draakon Hotel
Are pets allowed at Draakon Hotel?
Pets are allowed on request; contact the property for details and any applicable fees.
What types of rooms are available at Draakon Hotel?
The hotel offers Run of House, Standard room, Standard Single room, Standard Double room, Superior room, Superior Double room, and Suite.
Is breakfast included in the room rate?
Breakfast is not included in the total price and must be paid for separately at the property.
Does Draakon Hotel have facilities for business meetings?
Yes, the hotel provides meeting and banquet facilities along with a business centre.
How close is the hotel to the beach?
The nearest beach, Linnaujula, is about 1.34 kilometers away from the hotel.
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