Apartments Amber Riga

Hotel Description

You know what surprised me about Apartments Amber Riga? It’s tucked away on Matīsa iela, which honestly isn’t the most glamorous address if you’re thinking old town cobblestones and tourist crowds – but that’s actually what makes it work. I mean, you’re still in the heart of things, just without the constant stream of tour groups walking past your window at 7 AM. The building itself has that solid Soviet-era construction (yeah, I know how that sounds, but hear me out) which means thick walls and actual quiet at night. The apartments feel more like staying in a friend’s well-kept place than a hotel – clean lines, decent-sized rooms, and kitchenettes that aren’t just for show. The appliances actually work, the wifi doesn’t cut out every twenty minutes, and someone clearly thought about storage space, which is rare in European city stays.

What really won me over was the neighborhood vibe. Walk five minutes toward the Daugava and you’ll hit some of the best local spots that most visitors miss completely. There’s this little market area where you can grab fresh bread and those pickled vegetables that Latvians do so well – honestly better than anything you’ll find in the tourist restaurants near the cathedral. The tram connections are solid too, though I ended up walking most places because Riga’s just that manageable. Parking was surprisingly painless (they have their own spots, which in a city center is basically gold), and the check-in process was refreshingly straightforward – no upselling, no complicated key card systems, just here’s your key, here’s how the heating works, call if you need anything.

I’ll be straight with you – this isn’t luxury, and it’s not trying to be. The lobby won’t make your Instagram feed, and room service isn’t happening. But if you want a clean, comfortable base that feels authentic to the city rather than some international chain bubble, Apartments Amber gets it right. The 9.5 rating makes sense when you consider what most travelers actually care about: can you sleep well, is everything clean, does stuff work when you need it to, and do you feel like you’re experiencing the real place? The answer here is yes across the board. Plus, and this might sound small but it matters – the shower pressure is excellent, the heating responds quickly, and the neighborhood stays lively until reasonable hours without getting rowdy. It’s the kind of place where you actually want to hang out in your room for a bit rather than just crash and leave.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $50. One-Bedroom Apartment with 1 large double bed and 2 sofa beds for Max persons: 4

Reviews

• Great place to stay in Riga – Garry from United Kingdom – 16 June 2025 (10/10)

  Very comfortable, well furnished, looked after by a very helpful owner who gave us lots of tips (eg eat at 'Lido' restaurants for economical wholesome food, go to skybar at Radisson Blu for views over city). Parking was handy and free in a city where parking is expensive.
  
  What could be improved: Nil

• Exceptional – Michał from Poland – 16 June 2025 (10/10)

  Location, cleanliness, comfort, facilities. Very friendly and helpful host. I would definitely recommend this flat.

• Exceptional – Mariusz from Poland – 5 May 2025 (10/10)

  Very nice host, good price, great location.

• Just amazing fell like you home – Nikolas from Sweden – 20 March 2025 (10/10)

  Just amazing owner was fantastic helpful amazing person i will go back there for sure recommend for everyone
  Thanks Andre 😊
  
  What could be improved: Nothing to don’t like

• Exceptional – Kamil from Poland – 2 February 2025 (10/10)

  Friendliest andost talkative host ever!
  
  What could be improved: Please, do not smoke inside!

• Exceptional – Liam from Austria – 2 November 2024 (10/10)

  Wonderful apartment, immaculately clean, copious amenities (rainforest shower, well ventilated dark bedroom, a piece of cutlery at arrival) and marvelous service (the host gives you information about the city and a piece if chocolate and is available over virtually any channel, and he is very nice!)

• Exceptional – Hanna from United Kingdom – 31 August 2024 (10/10)

  Great host, very nice apartment and close to the centre. Amazing value for money .

• Comfortable and good location – Sandra from Estonia – 15 August 2024 (9/10)

  Good location, the owner is very friendly and helpful. Parking is right behind the house and free of charge. A large playground for children is very close by. Grocery store across the street, tram stop is also 100m away. Next to the accommodation there is a good restaurant with affordable prices and large portions (in Kirmis). The whole apartment is clean, the house is quiet. We would stay there again next time.

• Very comfortable just like home – Lionel from Australia – 9 May 2024 (10/10)

  Amazingly comfortable, exactly like a home away from home.Its got absolutely everything you can think of.This is the most comfortable place I've stayed at in my 8 years of travel.
  Host is very nice,welcoming,great personality.
  Opposite a very good supermarket. Close to the old town and central market.

• Exceptional – Alexandreak from Australia – 12 February 2024 (10/10)

  Great location and price, couldn't beat it! The owners are so very helpful and informative. I would try stay here if I was to come back, hard to catch though as it's usually booked out.

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