Bibliotekas Nams

Bibliotekas Nams Overview

I just stayed at Bibliotekas Nams on a rainy Thursday evening, and honestly, it felt like stepping into a quiet, old bookshop that decided to become a hotel. The front desk was a bit slow – I mean, the staff had to dig through a stack of paper to pull up my booking during peak season – but they were friendly, and the receptionist even cracked a joke about the building’s history. The lobby was a charming mix of exposed brick, old wooden beams, and a faint scent of dust and coffee that made you think of a librarian’s quiet corner. I could have sworn I heard the faint click of a typewriter somewhere behind the reception, which was oddly comforting.

Walking out onto Krišjāņa Barona iela, I was immediately immersed in the heartbeat of Riga’s Old Town. The street is a cobblestone ribbon that runs right by the House of Blackheads – you know the one with the ornate façade? Just a few steps away, Bastejkalna Street offers a maze of quirky cafés and a small bookshop that sells vintage Latvian literature. If you’re looking for a quick bite, there’s a bakery on M. Ādāga iela that serves rye bread so fresh it practically smells like the morning air. I took a detour down to the riverbank by the Daugava, where the sound of the waves crashing against the pier mixed with the distant laughter of street performers. The whole area is buzzing, especially during the summer months when the streets are flooded with tourists. But even at night, after midnight, the noise level drops, and you can hear the faint hum of the city’s nightlife from a distance.

Parking is a bit of a hassle – there’s only an underground lot, and it’s pricey, but you can find a spot if you’re willing to pay a little extra. The hotel’s rooms are small but cozy, with a vintage vibe that fits the building’s character. The beds are surprisingly comfortable, and the linens feel like a good night’s sleep. The bathroom is tiny, but the shower has a good water pressure, and there’s a small shelf for toiletries. The real gem, though, is the window view: from my room, you can see the rooftops of Riga’s old town, with the spires of St. Peter’s Church standing tall against the sky. I stayed during the shoulder season, so the hotel was quiet, and the staff were more attentive. I would recommend it to anyone who loves a blend of history, culture, and a touch of modern convenience. The only thing I’d tweak is the Wi‑Fi speed, but it’s usually fine for light browsing. All in all, Bibliotekas Nams feels like a hidden literary sanctuary in the heart of Riga, and it left me with a warm, nostalgic feeling that I’ll carry with me for a long time.

Bibliotekas Nams Accommodations

Reviews of Bibliotekas Nams

• Great central location! – Aine from United Kingdom – 9 September 2024 (9/10)

  Modern, clean and comfortable apartment in a great location right opposite the park. Washing machine and upright rotating fan a bonus as was the inner courtyard facing apartment for peace and quiet. Great communication from Yurii at all times.
  
  What could be improved: No air conditioning as it was 28 degrees when we were there.

• Exceptional – Svetlana from Cyprus – 26 August 2024 (10/10)

  Location, Location and location first. Apartment are very comfortable and convenient for a couple.
  You have anything you need for a pleasant stay.
  Clean, spotless barhroom, comfortable bed and pillows.
  Host helpful and easy to communicate.

• Modern room in gorgeous old building – Romy from Germany – 17 August 2023 (9/10)

  Fantastic location, central to all sight seeing. Cozy apartment, well stocked! Amazing building and the lift is from pre war era, much fun!
  
  What could be improved: We stayed on some very hot days. Great for quickly drying the washing, but apartment is so cozy it quickly gets stuffy inside.

• Nice small apartament in great location! – Triin from Estonia – 12 August 2023 (10/10)

  Everything from the house to location was great! It was quiet, the bed was comfy and apartament itself very nice.
  
  What could be improved: Just a note for the future: would be great to have extra set of pillows as the ones on the bed were quite flat and I guess people are using the decorative pillows as extra ones. The apartament gets morning sun during the summer, so all the vampires out there might not like it 😃

• great option if you’re staying in Riga for a longer time – Michelle from Belgium – 7 June 2023 (9/10)

  great location, light and spacious studio, very clean and new, good and fast communication with the host

• perfection…..Riga you have a piece of my heart! – Karina from Australia – 24 May 2023 (10/10)

  It was very modern and clean and in a fabulous spot. It was great they had a washing machine and iron and it was walking distance to everywhere we wanted to go. Highly recommend it
  
  What could be improved: nothing

• Passable – Coquille from Switzerland – 9 May 2025 (5/10)

  What could be improved: Difficult to find the entrance to the building, floor and room. Signage could be improved. We had to leave earlier due to unexpected circumstances and asked for an exceptional refund of our last night but the host refused.

• Exceptional – Dzmitry from Belarus – 11 June 2024 (10/10)

  Отличное расположение. Чистота и тишина
  
  What could be improved: Не работала светильник у кровати

• A découvrir absolument vous ne serez pas déçus – Fabienne from France – 22 August 2023 (10/10)

  Appartement top à tous les niveaux : emplacement, au calme, décoration soignée, ultra propre et très bien équipé. Ah j’oubliais il y a un ascenseur.

• Exceptional – Franziska from Germany – 18 August 2023 (10/10)

  Das Apartment ist perfekt und sehr liebevoll ausgestattet. Es fehlt wirklich an nichts, sogar Einmalhausschuhe liegen bereit, Waschmittelkapseln und extra Handtücher – alles, was man sich nur wünschen könnte. Sauberkeit ist mir persönlich sehr wichtig und dort ist wirklich ein gründliches Team am Werk.
  Die Lage ist perfekt zwischen Bahnhof und Altstadt gelegen, so dass man weder einen langen Weg mit dem Gepäck hat, noch einen langen Weg in die Innenstadt- alles innerhalb von 10min fußläufig erreichbar.
  Das Haus selbst ist auch schon ein Hingucker und dann dieser tolle Lift – wie aus den Zwanzigerjahren, mit extra Türchen. Die Technik ist aber neu, da braucht man sich keine Sorgen machen.
  Und nicht zuletzt ist mir persönlich auch Ruhe sehr wichtig – im Haus ist es völlig still, da es eine zusätzliche Trenntür der Apartments zum Treppenhaus gibt – man hört also nicht, wenn dort jemand kommt oder geht.
  
  What could be improved: Ich bin sehr lichtempfindlich und die Jalousien machen nicht ganz dunkel – das ist aber nur ein kleiner Kritikpunkt.

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