Since independence there has been a scramble from Western and Estonian firms to turn the old state-run hotels into modern Western-standard enterprises. Many more joint ventures with firms from all over Western Europe and the United States will ensure that the standard of accommodation in Estonia rapidly reaches Western European levels. Outside Tallinn, which for the time being is the main location of the current expansion, Estonia enjoys an adequate range of acceptable accommodation, left over from the pre-independence days or built by Estonian entrepreneurs, including large hotels and smaller pension-type establishments.

There are over 80 campsites in Estonia. The most popular include: Camping & Motel Peoleo, 12km (7.5 miles) south of Tallinn; Camping Valgerand in Pärnu; and Camping Malvaste on Hiiumaa Island. Standards are improving, though are not yet as high as in Western European countries. Many campsites are open throughout the year.

The Estonian Rural Tourism Association provides accommodation in the countryside across Estonia, from farm-stays to local bed & breakfasts.

The majority of youth hostels have saunas and seminar facilities.

Villas, apartments, cottages and houses are available in Tallinn. Prices vary according to specification.

Estonian Hotel and Restaurant Association
Kirku 6, 10130, Tallinn, Estonia
Tel: (6) 411 428.
Website: www.ehrl.ee

Estonian Rural Tourism Association
Vilmsi 53b, 10147 Tallinn, Estonia
Tel: (6) 009 999.
Website: www.maaturism.ee

Estonian Youth Hostels Association
Natva mnt., 10120 Tallinn, Estonia
Tel: (6) 461 455.
Website: www.baltichostels.net/eyha.html