WHAT’S NEW IN TALLINN: VENUES, HOTELS AND EXPERIENCES FOR EVENT ORGANISERS
Tallinn never stands still, and the next few years bring plenty of new options for event organisers. New hotels, restored landmarks and waterfront developments are bringing more choice to the city. Some are already welcoming groups, others are taking shape for 2027 and beyond.
New and upcoming venues in Tallinn
National Library of Estonia, a landmark back in full use
The National Library celebrates its grand reopening on 28 May 2027 after a full reconstruction. Organisers don’t need to wait for that date, however. The library’s event centre has been taking bookings since September 2025, offering 12 rental spaces and two rooftop terraces.
The main conference hall seats 250 theatre-style, while the five-storey foyer accommodates up to 500 reception guests. Smaller rooms and terraces provide options for parallel sessions and networking, with city views from the upper floors. Once the building is fully open, delegates will also find reading and working areas, a theatre, a cinema and a video game museum across more than 15,000 m² of public space.
Krulli Event House brings a historic factory hall back to life
A former machine factory repair hall in the Krulli quarter is being converted into a multifunctional event venue, available for events from autumn 2027. Built in 1900, the heritage building will retain its high arched windows and open main hall. The conversion by KOKO Architects covers around 2,000 m², and with its restored side galleries the main hall will host receptions for up to 1,200 guests. A new basement level is being added for event teams, with a cloakroom and toilets as well as dedicated rooms for performers, caterers and technical crew.
The Krulli Event House is being developed for concerts, conferences, theatre and gala dinners. Its scale and industrial character make it a project to follow for larger company celebrations and conference social events.
TARU: Estonia’s largest public timber building
Taru, Estonia’s largest public timber building, is due to be completed in November 2026 beside the Seaplane Harbour. Designed by Kavakava, the complex uses mainly Estonian timber, with sweeping wooden arches and a glass façade facing the sea.
Plans for the public areas include conference and event spaces, exhibitions and a seaside café. For programmes exploring sustainability, architecture or the environment, Taru offers an opportunity to introduce Estonia’s approach to timber construction. The Estonian Museum of Natural History will also move here. According to the museum’s latest announcement, its first exhibition is planned for 2027, followed by the permanent exhibition in 2028.
HALL in Noblessner: a new concert hall in the pipeline
In the seaside Noblessner quarter, HALL has announced plans to turn its former shipyard workers’ club into a broader cultural centre. The concept includes a concert hall for around 1,500 people, with contemporary classical, electronic and other music, plus restaurants and cafés.
The project remains at the planning stage. An opening date and details of event hire have not yet been announced.
New hotels in Tallinn
Courtyard by Marriott is expected in early 2027
Courtyard by Marriott Tallinn City Center is expected to open in early 2027 at Lembitu 4. The hotel will have 108 rooms and a meeting room seating up to 30 theatre-style.
Its location near Alexela Concert Hall and the Estonian National Opera will add another accommodation option for events in the city centre, as well as a setting for smaller business meetings.
Tallink Spa Hotel returns in June 2027 after renovation
Tallink Spa & Conference Hotel, next to the passenger port, began a major renovation in November 2026 and will reopen in June 2027 as Tallink Spa Hotel. The work covers the guest rooms, restaurant and public areas, as well as the spa and wellness centre, which will gain new saunas, water attractions and relaxation areas.
The restaurant and conference centre remain available for private events until the end of February 2027, before they are refurbished too. After reopening, the hotel will continue to offer meeting and event spaces alongside accommodation, dining and spa services.
Original Sokos Hotel Talsinki is planned for 2029
Original Sokos Hotel Talsinki is planned to open in early 2029 in Talsinki, a new waterfront quarter between the passenger port and the city centre.
The 222-room hotel is planned to include two meeting rooms, a breakfast restaurant and a bar with terraces available for private events. Talsinki is a tribute to the long ties between Estonia and Finland, and the hotel’s interior will draw on the atmosphere of both Tallinn and Helsinki. For groups arriving from Helsinki by ferry, it will be a natural first stop in Tallinn.
Three new hotels opened in 2025
Three international hotels opened in Tallinn in 2025. In May, the former Hotel L’Ermitage near Toompea Hill reopened as ibis Styles Tallinn, with 122 rooms and a conference room for up to 70 guests. In August, Hyatt Place Tallinn, the first Hyatt hotel in the Baltic states, opened in the harbour district with 169 rooms, an 83 m² meeting room and the sixth-floor 6 Cocktails bar, which hosts private events for up to 50 guests. Novotel Tallinn followed in December between the Old Town and the harbour, with 132 rooms and apartments and four meeting spaces, the largest seating 80 theatre-style.
Culture and group experiences
Tallinn Art Hall reopens after renovations
Tallinn Art Hall is now expected to reopen in spring 2027. Renovating the heritage building on Freedom Square and building a new underground black box hall in its narrow Old Town courtyard have proved more complex than expected. The historic building on Freedom Square will return with renewed galleries and an opening exhibition exploring Estonian art.
Its position at the edge of the Old Town makes it easy to include a cultural visit before a group dinner or as part of a wider city programme. Organisers can contact the Art Hall about group visits and the exhibition programme when planning events for 2027.
Junimperium’s new home in Telliskivi
Junimperium, Estonia’s first open craft gin distillery, moved into a new home on Telliskivi street in November 2025, with room for nearly 100 seated guests across several areas. The larger setting gives organisers more space for private company events and drinks before dinner. Distillery tours are no longer offered, as production has moved away from Telliskivi.
The guided gin tasting introduces the story behind Junimperium and includes a welcome drink and a tasting of eight gins. The tasting works well as a relaxed way to unwind after a day of meetings or as a warm-up before a group dinner.
Patarei prepares to open a memorial museum
The Patarei Memorial Museum for the Victims of Communism is scheduled to open on 14 June 2027 in the former sea fortress and prison on Tallinn’s waterfront.
Preserved cells, corridors and the prison yard will form part of a museum examining communist repression and its victims. This is not a light activity, but a guided visit can be a meaningful part of a programme, especially for conferences on history, democracy, security or human rights. It helps your guests understand why freedom matters so much to Estonia today.
A new year-round sea spa for 2028
A year-round waterfront bathing complex is planned for Kalasadam, next to Linnahall, with opening targeted for spring 2028. The operator, Nordic Urban, is also behind Helsinki’s Allas Pool. Plans include a heated 25-metre outdoor pool, a cold-water pool, hot-water pools and saunas, alongside food and drink venues and event spaces. Private saunas and areas for hire could bring new options for incentive groups and informal evenings by the sea.
House of the Blackheads is now accessible to all guests
The House of the Blackheads, a landmark in Tallinn’s Old Town, has recently been upgraded. A new lift and platform lifts provide access to all halls, while hearing loops and other accessibility improvements make the venue easier to navigate for guests with different needs. The White Hall and foyer have also been renovated, and the floors in the White Hall and St Olaf’s Hall restored.
With its Renaissance façade and historic interiors, the House of the Blackheads remains a memorable setting for concerts, receptions and gala dinners – now welcoming an even wider range of guests.
Practical updates for organisers
Direct trams are running to the airport again
Direct tram services returned to Tallinn Airport in August 2026. Route T2 links the airport with the city centre, the Old City Harbour area and Kopli, while T4 runs between the airport and Tondi.
Organisers of eligible international events can also apply for free public transport for delegates. The scheme requires an application and city approval, with delegates using a dedicated conference ticket. It can simplify travel between the airport, hotels and venues across the city.
Tallinn Airport is expanding its terminal
Work is under way on a major expansion of the passenger terminal at Tallinn Airport, with completion expected in 2029. The project adds around 16,500 m² of new space, two new gates, a new baggage reclaim area and more room at passport control, raising the terminal’s capacity to up to five million passengers a year. The airport stays open throughout the works, although travellers may notice some temporary changes along the way.
Dates to keep in mind
Keep the Ukraine Recovery Conference dates in mind
Tallinn will host the Ukraine Recovery Conference 2027 on 28–29 January 2027, co-hosted by Estonia and Ukraine.
If your event falls around these dates, check hotel and venue availability early, as the conference may increase demand. Organisations interested in arranging a related side event should follow the official conference website for guidance and information about having their event listed.
IRONMAN, the Tallinn Marathon and the 2028 Song and Dance Festival
Big sporting and cultural events also shape the city’s calendar. IRONMAN Tallinn takes place on 7–8 August 2027, followed by the Tallinn Marathon on 10–12 September 2027. From 30 June to 9 July 2028, Tallinn hosts the Song and Dance Festival “The Way We Are”, which brings the youth and general festivals together and is expected by its organisers to be the largest ever held in Estonia. Hotels fill up quickly around these dates, so check availability early. For some groups, the events can also become a memorable part of the programme.
Plan Your Event With Us
Many of these projects are still taking shape, and we will keep you updated as opening dates are confirmed. If you are planning a conference, meeting or incentive trip in Tallinn and want to know how these new venues and hotels could fit your event, get in touch with us at info@ecb.ee.
Our team is happy to help you find the right venues and suppliers and connect you with our members, free of charge.
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Posted: 01.11.2026
Categories: Blog | Destination | Tallinn
