The Amberton Cathedral Square Hotel stands at L. Stuokos-Gucevičiaus 1, directly opposite Vilnius Cathedral, which makes it one of the most convenient addresses in the city for first-time visitors. It is a four-star hotel with 116 guest rooms, and the position is its great strength: the cathedral, the Bell Tower, the Palace of the Grand Dukes and the path up to Gediminas Tower are all on the doorstep, and Pilies Street and the rest of the Old Town begin a few steps away. The airport is about six kilometres from the hotel, so the transfer is short. For visitors who plan to see as much as possible on foot, the location removes the usual friction of city sightseeing. You can start the day with the cathedral crypts or the Bell Tower before the crowds build, return for a rest in the middle of the day and head out again in the evening for dinner in the Old Town. The hotel has a restaurant on site, which is handy after a long day, and the surrounding streets offer plenty of cafés and restaurants for every budget.
Living in it
The hotel suits first visits, short breaks and anyone who values being in the middle of things. Cathedral Square is a gathering place for locals as well as visitors, and the area is lively without being rowdy. Rooms are modern and practical rather than historic, so the atmosphere comes from the view and the neighbourhood rather than the building itself, and a room facing the square can be a memorable start to the day.
Trade-offs
A central location means some street noise at busy times and during events on the square, so ask for a quieter room if you are a light sleeper. Car access is limited in the surrounding streets, so check parking arrangements before you drive. Facilities such as a spa or a pool are not the focus here, so if those matter, confirm what is available before you book. Rates tend to rise around festivals and the Christmas period.
Making the most of it
Use the location to do the Cathedral Square sights at the quiet ends of the day, add the crypts and Bell Tower visits early, and plan a walk along the river in the evening. In December the Christmas tree on the square is a short walk from the lobby, and in spring and summer the square’s terraces are lively. It is an easy hotel to base a first visit on, whether you are staying two nights or four.
Why stay here
- ✓116 guest rooms
- ✓Four-star hotel
- ✓Restaurant
- ✓Opposite Vilnius Cathedral
- ✓Old Town location
- ✓Short walk to Gediminas Tower
- ✓Short walk to the Palace of the Grand Dukes
- ✓Short ride from the airport
Good questions
Where is the Amberton Cathedral Square Hotel?+
At L. Stuokos-Gucevičiaus 1, directly opposite Vilnius Cathedral.
How many rooms does it have?+
The hotel has 116 guest rooms.
Is it close to the main sights?+
Yes, the cathedral, Bell Tower, Palace of the Grand Dukes and Gediminas Tower are all within a few minutes on foot.
