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4- and 5-star hotels in Kuressaare
A shortlist of 4- and 5-star hotels in Kuressaare, on the island of Saaremaa. It gathers spa hotels, boutique stays and apartments for couples, families and business travellers comparing where to sleep in Estonia's island spa town.
Staying in Kuressaare
Kuressaare is an island town known for its medieval bishop's castle, one of the best preserved in the Baltic region, and for a spa tradition built on mud baths and sea air. Visitors come for the castle, the beaches and the quieter pace of Saaremaa, with its windmills, lighthouses and juniper landscapes. The town is compact, and most sights sit a short walk from each other.
The hotels on this list cluster in the centre: Tallinna 15, Lossi 15, Kauba 13 and Kauba 13, Vallimaa 5A, Pargi 16 and Pargi 3, Kohtu 8 and Sinilille 7 all sit within about 2 km of the middle, and one hotel on Tori 2 is 1.0 km out. Further afield are Pilguse Residency at 29.3 km, Arina Cottages at 6.6 km, Karujärve Camping at 20.3 km and Harbor House Lõmala. The centre suits couples and short breaks, the spa hotels suit families, and the apartments and guest houses suit longer stays.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Pilguse Residency
Jõgela Pussa 93312 Saare Maakond, Kuressaare, Estonia
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereFor those seeking a high standard of comfort, Pilguse Residency offers a 4.6 guest rating. This 5-star lodging features amenities like private beach access, outdoor pool, and sauna. The property is situated approximately 29.3 km from the centre.
See Pilguse ResidencyGeorg Ots Spa Hotel
Tori 2, Kuressaare, Estonia
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereGeorg Ots Spa Hotel provides excellent amenities for its guests, boasting a 4.7 guest rating. Highlights include an indoor pool, fitness center, and golf course. Located just 1.0 km from the centre.
See Georg Ots Spa HotelGrand Rose SPA Hotel
Tallinna 15, Kuressaare, Estonia
Why stay hereDiscover Grand Rose SPA Hotel, a 4-star option situated only 1.0 km from the centre of Kuressaare. It offers a guest rating of 4.5.
See Grand Rose SPA HotelArensburg Boutique Hotel & Spa
Lossi 15, Kuressaare, Estonia
Why stay hereArensburg Boutique Hotel & Spa provides a 4.4 guest rating for its 4-star accommodation located in Kuressaare, just 1.0 km from the centre.
See Arensburg Boutique Hotel & SpaJohan Design & SPA Hotel
Kauba 13, Kuressaare, Estonia
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereJohan Design & SPA Hotel invites you to experience its 4-star setting, rated 4.3 by guests. Amenities include an indoor pool, outdoor pool, and golf course, all located only 0.2 km from the centre.
See Johan Design & SPA HotelMardi Hotel
Vallimaa 5A 93812 Kuressaare, Kuressaare, Estonia
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Sauna
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereMardi Hotel, a 4-star choice rated 3.9 by guests, places you within 0.5 km of the central area. It features a sauna, golf course, and free car parking.
See Mardi HotelKuressaare Tallinn Street Apartments
Tallinna 19A, Kuressaare, Estonia
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Family rooms
Why stay hereKuressaare Tallinn Street Apartments offer a 4-star stay just 0.4 km from the centre. This accommodation allows for activities such as horse back riding, and features a tennis court and free car parking.
See Kuressaare Tallinn Street ApartmentsArina Cottages
Ülejõe 3 Nasva Kaarma Vald 93872 Nasva Estonia Nasva, Kuressaare, Estonia
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Sauna
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereArina Cottages provides a 4-star escape located 6.6 km from the centre. Guests can enjoy the nearby beach, sauna, and free car parking.
See Arina CottagesKarujärve Camping
Paiküla Kärla Vald, Kuressaare, Estonia
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Swimming pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereKarujärve Camping, a 4-star establishment situated 20.3 km from the centre, offers facilities like a swimming pool, sauna, and water sports access.
See Karujärve CampingJohan Suites & Spa
13 Kauba, Kuressaare, Estonia
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereJohan Suites & Spa, a 4-star hotel near the centre at 0.2 km, features an indoor pool, outdoor pool, and spa facilities. Guests can also benefit from free car parking.
See Johan Suites & SpaSinilille 7 Holiday Home
7 Sinilille, Kuressaare, Estonia
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Sauna
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereFor a 4-star experience 1.8 km from the centre, Sinilille 7 Holiday Home offers a spa and facilities for diving/scuba diving. It is equipped with free car parking.
See Sinilille 7 Holiday HomeHarbor House Lõmala
Lõmala Parish, Kuressaare, Estonia
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Sauna
- Free car parking
- Lounge
Why stay hereHarbor House Lõmala, a 4-star option 0.3 km from the centre, includes access to the sea and features a garden and sauna.
See Harbor House LõmalaÖ Seaside Suites & SPA
16 Pargi, Kuressaare, Estonia
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereÖ Seaside Suites & SPA provides a 4-star retreat 0.9 km from the centre, offering a swim in the sea, indoor pool, and free car parking.
See Ö Seaside Suites & SPAArina Guest Apartment
Kohtu 8 2, Kuressaare, Estonia
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Sauna
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
Why stay hereArina Guest Apartment, a 4-star spot 0.2 km from the centre, includes a sauna, golf course, and free car parking.
See Arina Guest ApartmentPargi Apartment
3 Pargi Apartment No 6, Kuressaare, Estonia
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Sauna
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
Why stay herePargi Apartment provides a 4-star stay just 0.4 km from the centre. It is equipped with a tennis court, playground, and offers free car parking.
See Pargi Apartment
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pilguse Residency | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | Yes | 29.3 km |
| Georg Ots Spa Hotel | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 1.0 km |
| Grand Rose SPA Hotel | ★★★★ | – | – | – | – | 1.0 km |
| Arensburg Boutique Hotel & Spa | ★★★★ | – | – | – | – | 1.0 km |
| Johan Design & SPA Hotel | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 0.2 km |
| Mardi Hotel | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 0.5 km |
| Kuressaare Tallinn Street Apartments | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | Yes | 0.4 km |
| Arina Cottages | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | Yes | 6.6 km |
| Karujärve Camping | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | – | 20.3 km |
| Johan Suites & Spa | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | Yes | 0.2 km |
| Sinilille 7 Holiday Home | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | Yes | 1.8 km |
| Harbor House Lõmala | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | Yes | 0.3 km |
| Ö Seaside Suites & SPA | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | Yes | 0.9 km |
| Arina Guest Apartment | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | – | 0.2 km |
| Pargi Apartment | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | – | 0.4 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For spa and pools
Georg Ots Spa Hotel, Johan Design & SPA Hotel, Johan Suites & Spa and Ö Seaside Suites & SPA all list indoor and outdoor pools plus sauna; Johan Suites & Spa and Ö Seaside Suites & SPA add spa and massage, and Georg Ots Spa Hotel pairs a fitness centre with a Jacuzzi.
Georg Ots Spa Hotel · Johan Design & SPA Hotel · Johan Suites & Spa · Ö Seaside Suites & SPA
For families
Georg Ots Spa Hotel and Johan Design & SPA Hotel list family rooms alongside pools, while Pargi Apartment adds a playground and Ö Seaside Suites & SPA offers family rooms with a pool bar. All four sit 0.2 to 1.0 km from the centre.
Georg Ots Spa Hotel · Johan Design & SPA Hotel · Pargi Apartment · Ö Seaside Suites & SPA
For the centre
Johan Design & SPA Hotel, Johan Suites & Spa and Arina Guest Apartment are 0.2 km from the centre, and Sinilille 7 Holiday Home is 1.8 km out. These four keep the castle, main square and cafes within a short walk, which suits short breaks.
Johan Design & SPA Hotel · Johan Suites & Spa · Arina Guest Apartment · Sinilille 7 Holiday Home
For pets
Pilguse Residency, Georg Ots Spa Hotel, Johan Suites & Spa and Ö Seaside Suites & SPA all accept pets. Each pairs that with parking and free wifi, and Pilguse Residency is the only 5-star entry here, rated 4.6 from 116 reviews.
Pilguse Residency · Georg Ots Spa Hotel · Johan Suites & Spa · Ö Seaside Suites & SPA
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Kuressaare is reached by ferry from the mainland port of Virtsu to Muhu island, followed by a causeway to Saaremaa; the journey takes a few hours, and the crossing passes through the islands. There are also seasonal flights from Tallinn to Kuressaare Airport, about 2 km from the town centre. Buses connect Kuressaare with other parts of the island and with the mainland. Once in town, most attractions are within walking distance, though bicycles or taxis are useful for exploring further afield.
When to go
Summer, from June to August, brings the mildest weather and the longest days, and it is when most events and festivals take place, including the Kuressaare Opera Days. Spring and autumn are quieter, with cooler temperatures and fewer crowds, while winter can be cold and snowy. The castle and spa hotels remain open year-round, so an off-season visit is possible.
Things to do near Kuressaare
Questions, answered
Which hotels in Kuressaare have a pool or spa?
Georg Ots Spa Hotel, Johan Design & SPA Hotel, Johan Suites & Spa and Ö Seaside Suites & SPA list indoor and outdoor pools. Johan Suites & Spa, Ö Seaside Suites & SPA and Arina Cottages add sauna, and several of these also list massage or spa facilities.
Do any hotels in Kuressaare allow pets?
Yes. Pilguse Residency, Georg Ots Spa Hotel, Johan Suites & Spa, Ö Seaside Suites & SPA, Kuressaare Tallinn Street Apartments, Arina Cottages and Sinilille 7 Holiday Home all list pets allowed, so pet owners have options in and around the centre.
Which hotel is closest to the centre of Kuressaare?
Johan Design & SPA Hotel on Kauba 13 and Johan Suites & Spa on 13 Kauba are 0.2 km from the centre, and Arina Guest Apartment on Kohtu 8 is also 0.2 km. Mardi Hotel on Vallimaa 5A is 0.5 km away.
Which hotels are best for families in Kuressaare?
Georg Ots Spa Hotel and Johan Design & SPA Hotel list family rooms plus pools, and Pargi Apartment adds a playground. Ö Seaside Suites & SPA combines family rooms with a pool bar, and all of these sit 0.2 to 1.0 km from the centre.
Which is the highest-rated hotel on this list?
Georg Ots Spa Hotel has the top guest rating here at 4.7 out of 5, from 1363 reviews, and is a 4-star hotel 1.0 km from the centre. Pilguse Residency follows at 4.6 from 116 reviews, and it is the only 5-star property listed.
Do the hotels have parking?
Free car parking is listed at most properties, including Pilguse Residency, Georg Ots Spa Hotel, Johan Design & SPA Hotel, Mardi Hotel, Ö Seaside Suites & SPA and Arina Guest Apartment. Karujärve Camping lists parking and valet parking.
Which hotels are good for a business stay?
Johan Design & SPA Hotel lists a business centre and copy facilities, and Georg Ots Spa Hotel offers copy facilities, a 24 hour front desk and car rental service. Johan Design & SPA Hotel and Arina Guest Apartment are 0.2 km from the centre.
How far are the hotels from Kuressaare Airport?
The site notes that Kuressaare Airport is about 2 km from the town centre. Central hotels such as Johan Design & SPA Hotel and Johan Suites & Spa at 0.2 km, Mardi Hotel at 0.5 km and Ö Seaside Suites & SPA at 0.9 km are therefore close to the airport side of town.