Set within Lahemaa National Park, around an hour's drive east of Tallinn, Vihula Manor Country Club & Spa is a beautifully restored historic estate surrounded by parkland, woodland and the Mustoja River. The manor's history stretches back more than 700 years and today its accommodation, restaurants, spa and leisure facilities are spread across a collection of historic buildings, making this much more than simply a countryside hotel.
Vihula's Eco-Spa offers massages, facials and body treatments inspired by the surrounding countryside and natural ingredients. The estate also has an indoor swimming pool and sauna centre, together with a gym.
Vihula Manor has 77 rooms and suites located across several historic buildings around the estate, so rooms vary considerably in character and location. Categories range from Standard and Superior rooms to ZEN rooms, ZEN Deluxe rooms and a selection of suites.
For a more special stay, we particularly recommend the ZEN Deluxe rooms. These spacious rooms are located across five of the manor buildings and have natural-stone bathrooms with Jacuzzi baths, bathrobes and slippers. ZEN Suites offer even more space and are a good choice for longer stays.
Vihula Manor Restaurant occupies the main manor house and focuses on Estonian cuisine alongside influences from Scandinavia and north-western Europe. Ingredients are sourced as locally as possible, with produce coming from the manor's own garden and neighbouring farms.
For something more informal, the estate also has a Lobby Lounge and Kaval-Antsu Tavern, where traditional Estonian dishes are served in a rustic setting.
Part of the pleasure of staying at Vihula is having time to explore the estate itself. Depending on the season, activities can include cycling, boating and walks through the extensive grounds, while Lahemaa National Park provides plenty more opportunities to explore Estonia's forests, coastline, wetlands and historic manor landscapes.
Vihula Manor has a long association with the international Green Key sustainability programme. Environmental initiatives across the estate have included renewable energy, measures to reduce water and energy consumption, recycling and an emphasis on locally produced food.
“Vihula is somewhere we would recommend staying rather than simply visiting on a day trip from Tallinn. The historic estate, national park setting, spa and excellent food make it an experience in its own right. Spend at least two nights here if you can, giving you time to enjoy the manor as well as explore Lahemaa National Park.”