Restored medieval townhouse
A discreet Old Town hideaway pairing medieval stone architecture with intimate salons, velvet banquettes, and live jazz.
Where it shines
Remarkable
Seventeen rooms fitted with French Treca mattresses and full-size Amouage toiletries.
Remarkable
Preserved fifteenth-century stone vaults and fireplaces restored from medieval merchant cellars.
Notable
Terracotta and blue interiors blending custom contemporary furnishings with restored stone arches.
What they say
Two Michelin Keys
Michelin
Forget everything you think you know about casino hotels, though; this one is discreet, tasteful, and elegant rather than opulent.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Cobblestoned Rataskaevu street sits right outside, placing the historic Cat's Well and Town Hall Square within a two-minute stroll.
The rooms
Marble bathrooms feature deep soaking tubs in select suites, complemented by natural stone, terracotta tones, and custom artwork.
The baths
A glass steam chamber, hot tub, and Japanese bath sit beneath preserved stone vaults beside a fireplace.
The spa
Two treatment rooms set under stone alcoves offer bespoke facial and bodywork therapies using Biologique Recherche.
The spa foyer
A vaulted stone corridor with cream tub chairs leads into the subterranean wellness retreat.
Restaurant
KOYO
Red leather chairs line the wooden omakase counter, where chefs prepare seasonal Japanese tasting menus.
At the table
Dining salons and cocktail lounges serve French plates, afternoon pastries, and drinks across velvet-clad rooms.
How it began
The property takes its name from architect Karl Friedrich Burman, who redesigned this fifteenth-century merchant structure in the 1930s.
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How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.