Review by Kristina, Product Manager | Estonian resident, working from Lift99 for 8 months
1 €185/Month + VAT = €222 Total. Not Just Renting Desks, Building an Ecosystem.
2 Telliskivi Creative City: Former Factory District Turned Startup Hub, 15 Minutes From Old Town
3 Apply Online - There's a Short Application Form. They Want to Maintain Community Quality, Not Just Fill Desks
LIFT99 TELLISKIVI HUB (2nd floor) & RED HUB (4th floor) Telliskivi 60a, 10412 Tallinn €185/month + VAT (≈€222 total)
Both locations are in the same building - Telliskivi Creative City, which is Tallinn's coolest neighborhood (former factory district turned creative hub).
What You're Getting:
Your membership includes access to both floors, which is useful when one gets crowded. The spaces are designed specifically for startups and tech companies - there's a strong focus on community and networking.
Infrastructure:
- Internet: 500mbps fiber (this is Estonia, internet is taken seriously)
- Meeting rooms: Bookable through their system, well-equipped for video calls
- Phone booths: Several available, good soundproofing
- Kitchen: Free coffee, tea, fresh fruit delivered weekly
- Events: Regular workshops, pitch practices, investor meetups
The Community:
This is the key differentiator. Lift99 isn't just renting desks - they're building an ecosystem. Members are mostly:
- Early-stage startup founders
- Developers and designers
- People building tech products
- Some remote workers for international companies
If you're building something and want feedback, mentorship, or potential co-founders, this environment is valuable. If you just need quiet space to work, it might be more social than you want.
Telliskivi Hub vs RED Hub:
Honestly, the difference is minimal. Telliskivi (2nd floor) is the original space, slightly bigger. RED (4th floor) is newer, same amenities. I work from both depending on which has free desks.
Location Benefits:
Telliskivi area is fantastic:
- Dozens of restaurants, cafés, bars within walking distance
- Weekend food market (Balti Jaama Turg)
- 15-minute walk to Old Town
- Near the sea (20-minute walk to beach)
- Good public transit connections
Value Assessment:
€222/month isn't cheap, but for what you get (reliable infrastructure, community, events, location), it's reasonable for Tallinn. Estonia's cost of living is moderate - lower than Western Europe, higher than Southeast Asia.
Who Should Join:
Startup founders who want community Tech professionals building something People who value networking and events Anyone staying in Tallinn 2+ months
People who want quiet, anonymous coworking Budget travelers (there are cheaper café options) Anyone allergic to networking events
Practical Tips:
- Apply online - there's a short application form (they want to maintain community quality)
- Peak hours: 10am-5pm most days
- Events are usually Thursday evenings
- The area is quieter on weekends
- Winter is dark and cold (-10°C to -15°C) but the space is cozy
Lift99 is one of the reasons Tallinn has become a legitimate startup hub. If that ecosystem interests you, the membership is worth it.