Rinno Hotel sits at Vingrių 25 in Vilnius Old Town, the historic district that gives the Lithuanian capital its reputation as one of the best-preserved medieval centres in northern Europe. It is the most budget-friendly place to stay in this guide, and it earns its spot by putting you inside the old quarter at a modest price. The key sights are within an easy walk: Vilnius Town Hall and Town Hall Square are around eight minutes away, Vilnius University about ten, the Gates of Dawn about twelve, and Vilnius Cathedral about seventeen. The Vilna Gaon Jewish State Museum, the Egg Statue and St Nicholas Church are all within five minutes, and the railway station is around thirteen minutes on foot. The airport is a short drive away, and an airport shuttle can be arranged on request for a fee. What stands out is the variety of rooms. The hotel offers everything from a compact economy single through standard and superior doubles and twins to a deluxe room and triple, and quadruple rooms for families or small groups, so it can fit a solo traveller, a couple or a group of four without anyone paying for space they do not need. Rooms have air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, a desk with a laptop-friendly workspace, a wardrobe, satellite television, free toiletries and a hair dryer, with daily housekeeping. Facilities include a concierge, tour and ticket assistance, luggage storage, a business centre, a banquet hall, a hair salon, on-site car rental and express check-out, and the staff speak several languages. The property is smoke free. Buffet breakfast is available for an extra charge, and there is no restaurant on site, but the surrounding streets are full of places to eat within two to five minutes, from Thai and Chinese kitchens to Lithuanian taverns and beer bars. Check-in is from the afternoon and check-out is in the late morning, with late check-out possible for a fee if there is space. Pets are not allowed. Parking is not advertised, so ask before you arrive if you are driving.
Who it suits
Budget travellers, solo visitors, backpackers upgrading from a hostel, and families or small groups who need a triple or quadruple room. It is also a good choice if you plan to spend your days outdoors and want a simple place to sleep in the middle of the Old Town.
Trade-offs
Do not expect a full-service hotel. There is no restaurant, no spa and no bar on site, and the standard and economy rooms are compact. Because the hotel is in an old part of the city, noise from the street or from neighbouring buildings can reach some rooms, so ask for a quiet side. Breakfast costs extra and many guests prefer a local cafe instead. Pets are not accepted, and parking is not confirmed, so confirm arrangements if you are driving.
How to use it
This is an efficient base for a two- or three-night city break. Walk the cobbled lanes to Town Hall Square on your first morning, climb toward the Gates of Dawn and the chapel above it, and spend an afternoon at Vilnius University and its courtyards. Leave the evening for the beer bars and Lithuanian kitchens close to the hotel, and keep the money you save for a day trip to Trakai, which is an easy excursion from the centre by train or bus.
Why stay here
- ✓Old Town location on Vingrių street
- ✓Wide choice of room types up to quadruple
- ✓Air conditioning and free Wi-Fi
- ✓Laptop-friendly workspace in rooms
- ✓Concierge and tour desk
- ✓Luggage storage and express check-out
- ✓Smoke-free premises
- ✓Multilingual staff
Good questions
Where is Rinno Hotel in Vilnius?+
At Vingrių 25 in the Old Town, about eight minutes on foot from Town Hall Square and around twelve from the Gates of Dawn.
Does Rinno Hotel have a restaurant?+
There is no restaurant on site, but buffet breakfast is available for an extra charge and many cafes and restaurants are two to five minutes away on foot.
Are there rooms for families?+
Yes, the hotel has triple and quadruple rooms as well as singles, doubles and twins; check the bed setup when you book.
