Best Stories Ap Bright Spacious 58sqm Free park

Hotel Description

I’ll be honest – when I first saw the name “Best Stories Ap Bright Spacious 58sqm Free park,” I thought it sounded like someone ran their listing through Google Translate a few too many times. But you know what? Sometimes the awkward names hide the real gems, and this place on Ernesta Birznieka-Upīša iela is exactly that kind of surprise.

The apartment sits in one of those solid Soviet-era buildings that actually aged pretty well – you’re in Torņakalns, which locals will tell you is where Riga gets real. None of that Old Town tourist circus here, just regular neighborhood life with the Daugava River literally a five-minute walk away. The 58 square meters they mention? It’s not just marketing fluff – this place genuinely feels spacious, especially compared to most European city apartments. The ceilings are high (classic for these buildings), and whoever renovated it actually understood how to use the space. The living area flows into a proper kitchen, not some tiny kitchenette, and the bedroom has enough room that you’re not climbing over your suitcase to get to the bathroom.

What really sold me was the parking situation – I mean, free parking in any European capital is basically winning the lottery, but here it’s just included. The building has this quiet courtyard setup, so you’re not dealing with street noise from Daugavgrīvas or the trams. Actually, speaking of location, you’re about a 15-minute walk to the central market (Centrāltirgus), which is perfect for grabbing fresh stuff if you want to use that full kitchen. The apartment gets genuinely bright light – south-facing windows, I think – so even on those gray Baltic days, it doesn’t feel depressing. The owner clearly put thought into the details too: decent Wi-Fi, enough electrical outlets, proper blackout curtains, and surprisingly good water pressure. I stayed here during one of those drizzly October weeks, and honestly, coming back to this warm, well-lit space after wandering around the city all day felt like a small victory each time. The 9.2 rating makes sense once you’re there – it’s not trying to be fancy, just really good at being a comfortable place to stay. If you’re the type who’d rather have a proper home base than pay twice as much to be tourists-central, this is your spot.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $107. One-Bedroom Apartment with 1 large double bed and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• Exceptional – Michal from Czech Republic – 21 June 2025 (10/10)

  Beautiful spacious apartment and great communication with owner… We can recommend it to all.

• Wonderful, comfortable apartment – Kelly from United States – 3 June 2025 (9/10)

  The apartment was very well equipped and very comfortable. Only a 15 minute walk to Old Town. Owner responsive. Would highly recommend this apartment.
  
  What could be improved: The apartment is on the third floor (not sure if we missed that in the information when we booked or not) – something people with large luggage should be aware of. Instructions for the washing machine would be helpful as well.

• Much nicer than two weeks earlier where we paid more money for a broom closet sized hotel room. – Steve from United States – 19 May 2025 (9/10)

  We chose this place because it was a two minute walk from the church where we were helping with weekend activities. Huge, comfortable apartment, nicely refurbished in older building.
  
  What could be improved: We ran out of toilet paper and had to buy more, not a big deal. Third floor no elevator not ideal but workable.

• Exceptional – Aldona from Lithuania – 25 August 2024 (10/10)

  An absolutely delightful place! We couldn't be happier with our choice: the apartment had everything we needed and more, and the owner was a great help even with trivial matters.

• Exceptional – Prakash from Poland – 10 August 2024 (10/10)

  Very convenient location and easy access to the old town. Neat and clean apartment. Thanks we will definitely come back in future:))

• Exceptional – Evgenij from Finland – 19 July 2024 (10/10)

  the apartment is in a good location, the apartment is clean and modern. good parking area in the courtyard.
  The apartment has efficient air conditioning, sounds from the outside are not heard inside.
  The nearby train track does not disturb at all, although many mention it in the reviews
  
  What could be improved: Everything was good

• Exceptional – Oleg from Czech Republic – 17 July 2024 (10/10)

  The flat is very big in old building. Location is good.

• Great space to relax after a full day traveling – Yi from Taiwan – 8 July 2024 (10/10)

  Around 15-20mins walk from old town which is a good location. The room is cozy and comfortable which equipped with basically everything you need. There is lighting behind the TV when you watching, which serves as good entertainment lol☺️
  
  What could be improved: The lobby/stairs of the building is gloomy

• Exceptional – Lana from United States – 16 June 2024 (10/10)

  Everything

• Exceptional – Aistė from Lithuania – 5 April 2024 (10/10)

  This apartment is in a very good location. City center is 10-15 min walk from it.
  
  What could be improved: Ground was shaking for a few seconds almost twenty minutes apart. I felt it in the evenings. Probably cause train station was nearby

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