

Amber Nest Vilnius Overview
Look, I’m going to be completely honest about Amber Nest Vilnius – this place caught me off guard, and not necessarily in a good way. Tucked away on Šv. Stepono street in the heart of Old Town, you’d think the location alone would carry it (and honestly, the cobblestone charm outside is pretty spectacular). But here’s the thing – sometimes a unique boutique hotel without an official star rating means they’re doing something innovative and cool, and sometimes… well, sometimes it just means they can’t quite meet the standards for proper classification.
I mean, don’t get me wrong – the building itself has character. You’re literally steps from some of Vilnius’s most Instagram-worthy spots, and you can practically roll out of bed and stumble into Cathedral Square. The Old Town location is genuinely fantastic if you want that authentic Baltic medieval vibe without having to trek from some modern hotel district. But – and this is a big but – the execution inside doesn’t quite match the promise of that gorgeous historical exterior. The rooms felt a bit tired when I stayed there, and you know what really got to me? The little details that should make a boutique property special just weren’t there. I’m talking about things like proper lighting (seriously, trying to read at night was a challenge), inconsistent hot water, and this general sense that maintenance had been, let’s say, deferred for a while.
What’s frustrating is that you can see the potential everywhere. The staff genuinely tried to be helpful, and there’s something charming about staying in a building that’s probably seen more history than most museums. Plus, if you’re the type who values location above everything else, you really can’t beat being right in the thick of things – morning coffee runs to local cafés, evening walks along the Neris River, and easy access to all those narrow medieval streets that make Vilnius so special. But honestly? For what they’re charging (even in a relatively affordable city like Vilnius), I expected more attention to the guest experience. It’s one of those places where you might have a perfectly fine stay if you’re not too picky and you’re planning to spend most of your time exploring the city anyway. Just maybe pack a good book light and don’t expect luxury amenities, even the basic ones that most travelers take for granted these days.
Amber Nest Vilnius Accommodations
Accommodation | Details | Estimated Price |
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One-Bedroom Apartment | 1 full bed for Max. people: 2 | $118 |


Reviews of Amber Nest Vilnius
Bad – Slawomir from Poland – May 5, 2025 (1/10)
Uwaga!!!! Oszustwo!!!!
What could be improved: Uwaga!!!! Oszustwo!!!!Bad – Anonymous from Lithuania – August 12, 2025 (1/10)
What could be improved: Apgavo
Surroundings
What’s nearby:
- Idėjų sodas: 600 m
- Aušros Vartai: 900 m
- Prancūzparkis: 1.1 km
- Vilniaus Bastėja: 1.1 km
- Mikalojaus Bažnyčia: 950 m
- Lithuanian Railway Museum: 600 m
- House of Signatories in Vilnius: 1.2 km
- Vilnius Gaon Jewish State Museum: 600 m
- Bastion of the Vilnius Defensive Wall: 1.1 km
- Rūdininkų Skvero Vaikų Žaidimo aikštelė: 400 m
Restaurants & cafes:
- Restaurant Ararat: 200 m
- Restaurant Bulkinė: 150 m
- Restaurant Dublis 1: 250 m
Top attractions:
- Cathedral Square: 1.7 km
- Gediminas’ Tower: 2.2 km
- Paneriai Memorial Museum: 14 km
- Vilnius Bernardine Garden Park: 1.9 km
- Frank Zappa Μonument in Vilnius: 1.3 km
- Hill of Three Crosses in Vilnius: 2.6 km
- Money Museum of the Bank of Lithuania: 1.8 km
- Palace of the Grand Dukes of Lithuania: 1.6 km
- Museum of Occupations and Freedom Fights: 2.3 km
- Vilnius Museum of Applied Arts and Design: 2.1 km
Public transit:
- Bus Geliu St.: 500 m
- Bus Aguonu St.: 300 m
- Train Vilnius Bus Station: 550 m
- Train Vilnius Train Station: 700 m
Closest Airports:
- Kaunas Airport: 98 km
- Vilnius International Airport: 3.6 km


House Rules at Amber Nest Vilnius
Pets:
- Free! Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Smoking:
- Smoking is not allowed.
Check-in:
- From 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
- You need to let the property know what time you’ll be arriving in advance.
Check-out:
- From 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Cancellation/prepayment:
- Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Check what conditions apply to each option when making your selection.
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