Accommodation — sTARTUp Day - Most Startup-Minded Business Festival

Accommodation

Hotels in Tartu tend to fill up fast leading up to sTARTUp Day. We recommend booking your accommodation well in advance and make sure you use special sTARTUp Day discount codes at some of our favourite hotels for a sweet deal!


Hotel Lydia is a 4-star superior hotel that combines the atmosphere of the Old Town with modern architecture. Lydia is located on the slope of Toomemägi, behind Tartu Town Hall Square. The hotel has 70 rooms, a spa lounge offering a variety of saunas and other relaxation options, a fitness club, the Hõlm restaurant, and an event center with cutting-edge sound, lighting, and video solutions.

Use the keyword "sTARTUp Day 2025" when booking via email to get a discounted price.
Book your room: sales@lydia.ee
Prices start from 170€/night, which includes a rich buffet breakfast in the Hõlm restaurant, and access to the spa.




Hotel Soho is located in the very center of Tartu's old town. The hotel is a favorable and comfortable place to spend the night for everyone who values excellent location, the proximity of restaurants, cafes, entertainment, and shops, and the possibility to discover Tartu on foot. The University's main building, Town Hall Square, and Toome Hill are only a few minutes' walking distance. 

Use the keyword "sTARTUpDay" when booking a room through their homepage for a 15% discount. 
Book your room: www.hotellsoho.ee
Prices start from 130€/night


A three-star superior hotel, Dorpat is situated in the Emajõe business quarter in the very heart of Tartu. Dorpat is Tartu's largest hotel with 197 rooms (including special rooms for those with allergies), a fitness center, business lounge, restaurant and a wellness spa Herb Spa. The hotel is an easy stroll from the Old Town, the Vanemuine theater and concert hall, the main building of the University of Tartu, and major shopping centers. Many rooms enjoy views over the city or the Emajõgi River – scenes of Tartu you’ll never forget!

Use the keyword "sTARTUp Day 2025" when booking via email to get a discounted price. 
Book your room: info@dorpat.ee
Prices start from 85€/night, which includes a rich buffet breakfast and access to the fitness center. 




The 4-star V Spa complex consists of a hotel, spa, and a conference centre. Here, you can forget about unimportant things and effortlessly focus on what really matters in life. Good health. Good people. Good mood. V Spa & Conference Hotel offers superior and deluxe rooms and luxurious suites. The conference centre offers business clients rooms equipped with state-of-the-art technology. V Spa is located in a new multifunctional business district with stores, lovely cafés, and a children’s playground, offering something to do even during longer holidays. The spa is perfect for both adults and children.

Using the keyword "sTARTUpDAY ", you can book a room at a discount price for best daily rate. The prices include a healthy and rich breakfast in the hotel restaurant JOYCE, a visit to the V Spa relaxation and sauna world, bathrobes, slippers and a spa bag in the room, free bottled water in the room, wireless internet connection and VAT.

Use the keyword “sTARTUpDAY” for a 10% discount either when booking through their homepage or via email.

Book your room: www.vspahotel.ee

Contact the hotel: info@vspahotel.ee or (+372) 677 6677


Antonius Hotel is situated right in the city center and opposite the main building of Tartu University. They have 27 different sized rooms spread out on four floors. The whole building is characterized by late 19th-century architecture and a fresh, romantic style of design. The rooms are furnished with valuable antique furniture and made complete with modern solutions for bathrooms and bedrooms, resulting in a cozy and homely interior.

Use the keyword "sTARTUp" when booking a room through their homepage for a 10% discount.
Book your room: www.hotellantonius.ee
Prices start from 160€/night



A hotel for smart people – Hotel Sophia was established to combine a great hotel experience with good prices. Hotel Sophia boasts spacious and modern rooms. Natural and allergy-free materials have been used for decorative applications. The hotel’s location is in an effective hub between Estonian cities and is easily accessible for visitors arriving by car, offering free-of-charge parking facilities. There is also a free shuttle bus from Hotel Sophia to the city center!

Use the keyword “STARTUPDAY" when booking a room through their homepage for a 15% discount.

Book your room: sophia.tartuhotels.ee

Prices start from 89€/night, which includes a delicious breakfast at restaurant Fii.



Art Hotel Pallas three-star, a superior hotel that offers comfortable accommodation in downtown Tartu at affordable rates. The hotel features 62 rooms on three floors offering a view of the busiest quarter of Tartu town center or a peaceful courtyard. The interior inspired by the artists of the Pallas art school takes you on an artistic journey, leaving your body and soul invigorated and well-rested at the same time. The car park for hotel guests is behind the hotel; entry is via Soola street.

Use the keyword “STARTUPDAY" when booking a room through their homepage for a 15% discount.
Book your room: pallas.tartuhotels.ee
Prices start from 107€/night, which includes a delicious breakfast at Humal BISTRO.


Rare Apartments offers minimalist-designed microapartments in the city center. Each apartment features modern amenities, including a fully equipped kitchen, high-speed internet, and a comfortable bed. Guests can enjoy hassle free booking with instant confirmation and self-check-in. Rare Apartments 1-3-room apartments are a great choice for those looking for privacy and quiet time.

Use the keyword “STARTUP7" when booking through their website for a special discount.
Book your room: rareapartments.ee/short-term/
Prices start from 63€/night



Hotel Aleksandri is situated in the heart of Tartu, just a 15-minute walk from the Old Town. They have various-sized rooms at different price points across three floors (no elevator). Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel and there are parking spaces in the courtyard or in front of the hotel. A cozy atmosphere and friendly service await you at Hotel Aleksandri.

Use the keyword "sTARTUp Day 2025" when booking via email for a 10% discount.
Book your room: aleksandri@aleksandri.ee
Prices start from 55€/night



Hotel Tartu offers friendly service, affordable prices, and comfortable rooms in the center of Tartu. The bus station is just across the road and the Science Centre Ahhaa, Aura Water Park, the Old Town, “Vanemuine” and many shopping centers are a short walk away.  Breakfast, parking, Wi-Fi, morning sauna, and gym are included in the room fee.

Use the keyword "sTARTUp Day" when booking a room through their homepage for a 10% discount.
Book your room: www.tartuhotell.ee
Prices start from 105€/night



HELPFUL LINKS TO BOOK YOUR STAY:
1. Airbnb - rent a room from locals
2. Booking - browse and book more hotels in Tartu


Tickets from €159

Tickets

Find your perfect ticket type! All ticket types grant access to all three festival days on 29-31 January 2025. 

Venue access
Ϟ Day 0: Side Events on January 29
Ϟ Day 1 on January 30
Ϟ Day 2 on January 31
Matchmaking
This is where the magic happens. Through our matchmaking app, you can schedule 20-minute meetings with participants and meet them at our matchmaking area. General access to the matchmaking app will be available at the beginning of the festival week.
Stage program
There will be three stages at sTARTUp Day 2025 – Starlight Stage, Insight Stage, and Pitching Stage – with speakers and presenters who cover a variety of topics for every taste.
Demo Area access
This is the Mecca of Entrepreneurship! Explore the latest innovations and discover new products, services, friends, opportunities and perhaps, your new career challenge.
sTARTUp Night
The legendary sTARTUp Night wraps up the first conference day on January 30. The afterparty is bringing together the coolest festival visitors, good music, and lots of surprises!
Seminars
Practical seminars to sharpen & level up your skills.
Side events
Vibrant side events take place all over Tartu before and during the official festival.
Early access to matchmaking app
With early access, you’ll gain access to our matchmaking app two weeks earlier than most people. Use the opportunity to get a head start and request meetings with the hottest participants before all their slots are full.
VIP Reception
Celebrate the beginning of sTARTUp Day in style! The VIP Reception brings together speakers, investors & executives for an unforgettable night.
VIP Lounge access
Escape to your lounge where you can kick back and relax, get some work done, or prep for the next meeting.
Investor Day
Investor Day on January 29 is an exclusive investors' meetup to share experiences, learn from each other, and create meaningful contacts. Structured in a way you'd feel both elevated by and busy with new ideas while leaving enough room for networking.
Executive Day
Executive Day on January 29 is about taking the time to listen, talk, and network with other leaders. This is the place to bounce your thoughts and learn about challenges and solutions across different industries.
List of attending investors
Startups will see the participating investors' list (investor's name + investment fund's name) which enables them to request meetings with the right investors through our matchmaking app.
List of attending startups
There are over 300 unique startups at sTARTUp Day, which can be quite overwhelming at times. We'll send you a database of all of the participating startups so you can browse through them all and select the ones you want to meet beforehand.
Personalised startup matches
With the help of our good friends from Dealum, we will find the most relevant startup matches based on each investor’s profile. This means that investors will get a list of hand-selected startups that meet their requirements, making it even easier to meet the right startup.
Visibility at sTARTUp Day website
All validated startups and the biggest VC funds will be featured on the sTARTUp Day website.

Visitor

179 €
BUY NOW
Venue access
Ϟ Day 0: Side Events on January 29
Ϟ Day 1 on January 30
Ϟ Day 2 on January 31
Matchmaking
This is where the magic happens. Through our matchmaking app, you can schedule 20-minute meetings with participants and meet them at our matchmaking area. General access to the matchmaking app will be available at the beginning of the festival week.
Stage program
There will be three stages at sTARTUp Day 2025 – Starlight Stage, Insight Stage, and Pitching Stage – with speakers and presenters who cover a variety of topics for every taste.
Demo Area access
This is the Mecca of Entrepreneurship! Explore the latest innovations and discover new products, services, friends, opportunities and perhaps, your new career challenge.
sTARTUp Night
The legendary sTARTUp Night wraps up the first conference day on January 30. The afterparty is bringing together the coolest festival visitors, good music, and lots of surprises!
Seminars
Practical seminars to sharpen & level up your skills.
Side events
Vibrant side events take place all over Tartu before and during the official festival.
Early access to matchmaking app
With early access, you’ll gain access to our matchmaking app two weeks earlier than most people. Use the opportunity to get a head start and request meetings with the hottest participants before all their slots are full.
VIP Reception
Celebrate the beginning of sTARTUp Day in style! The VIP Reception brings together speakers, investors & executives for an unforgettable night.
VIP Lounge access
Escape to your lounge where you can kick back and relax, get some work done, or prep for the next meeting.
Investor Day
Investor Day on January 29 is an exclusive investors' meetup to share experiences, learn from each other, and create meaningful contacts. Structured in a way you'd feel both elevated by and busy with new ideas while leaving enough room for networking.
Executive Day
Executive Day on January 29 is about taking the time to listen, talk, and network with other leaders. This is the place to bounce your thoughts and learn about challenges and solutions across different industries.
List of attending investors
Startups will see the participating investors' list (investor's name + investment fund's name) which enables them to request meetings with the right investors through our matchmaking app.
List of attending startups
There are over 300 unique startups at sTARTUp Day, which can be quite overwhelming at times. We'll send you a database of all of the participating startups so you can browse through them all and select the ones you want to meet beforehand.
Personalised startup matches
With the help of our good friends from Dealum, we will find the most relevant startup matches based on each investor’s profile. This means that investors will get a list of hand-selected startups that meet their requirements, making it even easier to meet the right startup.
Visibility at sTARTUp Day website
All validated startups and the biggest VC funds will be featured on the sTARTUp Day website.

Startup

159 €
BUY NOW
Venue access
Ϟ Day 0: Side Events on January 29
Ϟ Day 1 on January 30
Ϟ Day 2 on January 31
Matchmaking
This is where the magic happens. Through our matchmaking app, you can schedule 20-minute meetings with participants and meet them at our matchmaking area. General access to the matchmaking app will be available at the beginning of the festival week.
Stage program
There will be three stages at sTARTUp Day 2025 – Starlight Stage, Insight Stage, and Pitching Stage – with speakers and presenters who cover a variety of topics for every taste.
Demo Area access
This is the Mecca of Entrepreneurship! Explore the latest innovations and discover new products, services, friends, opportunities and perhaps, your new career challenge.
sTARTUp Night
The legendary sTARTUp Night wraps up the first conference day on January 30. The afterparty is bringing together the coolest festival visitors, good music, and lots of surprises!
Seminars
Practical seminars to sharpen & level up your skills.
Side events
Vibrant side events take place all over Tartu before and during the official festival.
Early access to matchmaking app
With early access, you’ll gain access to our matchmaking app two weeks earlier than most people. Use the opportunity to get a head start and request meetings with the hottest participants before all their slots are full.
VIP Reception
Celebrate the beginning of sTARTUp Day in style! The VIP Reception brings together speakers, investors & executives for an unforgettable night.
VIP Lounge access
Escape to your lounge where you can kick back and relax, get some work done, or prep for the next meeting.
Investor Day
Investor Day on January 29 is an exclusive investors' meetup to share experiences, learn from each other, and create meaningful contacts. Structured in a way you'd feel both elevated by and busy with new ideas while leaving enough room for networking.
Executive Day
Executive Day on January 29 is about taking the time to listen, talk, and network with other leaders. This is the place to bounce your thoughts and learn about challenges and solutions across different industries.
List of attending investors
Startups will see the participating investors' list (investor's name + investment fund's name) which enables them to request meetings with the right investors through our matchmaking app.
List of attending startups
There are over 300 unique startups at sTARTUp Day, which can be quite overwhelming at times. We'll send you a database of all of the participating startups so you can browse through them all and select the ones you want to meet beforehand.
Personalised startup matches
With the help of our good friends from Dealum, we will find the most relevant startup matches based on each investor’s profile. This means that investors will get a list of hand-selected startups that meet their requirements, making it even easier to meet the right startup.
Visibility at sTARTUp Day website
All validated startups and the biggest VC funds will be featured on the sTARTUp Day website.

Investor

259 €
BUY NOW
Venue access
Ϟ Day 0: Side Events on January 29
Ϟ Day 1 on January 30
Ϟ Day 2 on January 31
Matchmaking
This is where the magic happens. Through our matchmaking app, you can schedule 20-minute meetings with participants and meet them at our matchmaking area. General access to the matchmaking app will be available at the beginning of the festival week.
Stage program
There will be three stages at sTARTUp Day 2025 – Starlight Stage, Insight Stage, and Pitching Stage – with speakers and presenters who cover a variety of topics for every taste.
Demo Area access
This is the Mecca of Entrepreneurship! Explore the latest innovations and discover new products, services, friends, opportunities and perhaps, your new career challenge.
sTARTUp Night
The legendary sTARTUp Night wraps up the first conference day on January 30. The afterparty is bringing together the coolest festival visitors, good music, and lots of surprises!
Seminars
Practical seminars to sharpen & level up your skills.
Side events
Vibrant side events take place all over Tartu before and during the official festival.
Early access to matchmaking app
With early access, you’ll gain access to our matchmaking app two weeks earlier than most people. Use the opportunity to get a head start and request meetings with the hottest participants before all their slots are full.
VIP Reception
Celebrate the beginning of sTARTUp Day in style! The VIP Reception brings together speakers, investors & executives for an unforgettable night.
VIP Lounge access
Escape to your lounge where you can kick back and relax, get some work done, or prep for the next meeting.
Investor Day
Investor Day on January 29 is an exclusive investors' meetup to share experiences, learn from each other, and create meaningful contacts. Structured in a way you'd feel both elevated by and busy with new ideas while leaving enough room for networking.
Executive Day
Executive Day on January 29 is about taking the time to listen, talk, and network with other leaders. This is the place to bounce your thoughts and learn about challenges and solutions across different industries.
List of attending investors
Startups will see the participating investors' list (investor's name + investment fund's name) which enables them to request meetings with the right investors through our matchmaking app.
List of attending startups
There are over 300 unique startups at sTARTUp Day, which can be quite overwhelming at times. We'll send you a database of all of the participating startups so you can browse through them all and select the ones you want to meet beforehand.
Personalised startup matches
With the help of our good friends from Dealum, we will find the most relevant startup matches based on each investor’s profile. This means that investors will get a list of hand-selected startups that meet their requirements, making it even easier to meet the right startup.
Visibility at sTARTUp Day website
All validated startups and the biggest VC funds will be featured on the sTARTUp Day website.

Executive

259 €
BUY NOW
Venue access
Ϟ Day 0: Side Events on January 29
Ϟ Day 1 on January 30
Ϟ Day 2 on January 31
Matchmaking
This is where the magic happens. Through our matchmaking app, you can schedule 20-minute meetings with participants and meet them at our matchmaking area. General access to the matchmaking app will be available at the beginning of the festival week.
Stage program
There will be three stages at sTARTUp Day 2025 – Starlight Stage, Insight Stage, and Pitching Stage – with speakers and presenters who cover a variety of topics for every taste.
Demo Area access
This is the Mecca of Entrepreneurship! Explore the latest innovations and discover new products, services, friends, opportunities and perhaps, your new career challenge.
sTARTUp Night
The legendary sTARTUp Night wraps up the first conference day on January 30. The afterparty is bringing together the coolest festival visitors, good music, and lots of surprises!
Seminars
Practical seminars to sharpen & level up your skills.
Side events
Vibrant side events take place all over Tartu before and during the official festival.
Early access to matchmaking app
With early access, you’ll gain access to our matchmaking app two weeks earlier than most people. Use the opportunity to get a head start and request meetings with the hottest participants before all their slots are full.
VIP Reception
Celebrate the beginning of sTARTUp Day in style! The VIP Reception brings together speakers, investors & executives for an unforgettable night.
VIP Lounge access
Escape to your lounge where you can kick back and relax, get some work done, or prep for the next meeting.
Investor Day
Investor Day on January 29 is an exclusive investors' meetup to share experiences, learn from each other, and create meaningful contacts. Structured in a way you'd feel both elevated by and busy with new ideas while leaving enough room for networking.
Executive Day
Executive Day on January 29 is about taking the time to listen, talk, and network with other leaders. This is the place to bounce your thoughts and learn about challenges and solutions across different industries.
List of attending investors
Startups will see the participating investors' list (investor's name + investment fund's name) which enables them to request meetings with the right investors through our matchmaking app.
List of attending startups
There are over 300 unique startups at sTARTUp Day, which can be quite overwhelming at times. We'll send you a database of all of the participating startups so you can browse through them all and select the ones you want to meet beforehand.
Personalised startup matches
With the help of our good friends from Dealum, we will find the most relevant startup matches based on each investor’s profile. This means that investors will get a list of hand-selected startups that meet their requirements, making it even easier to meet the right startup.
Visibility at sTARTUp Day website
All validated startups and the biggest VC funds will be featured on the sTARTUp Day website.