Boutique Hotel KRISTOFS

Hotel Description

You know, I’ve walked past Boutique Hotel KRISTOFS on Teātra iela probably a dozen times before actually staying there – it’s one of those places that blends into Riga’s old town so naturally you might miss it if you’re not paying attention. But honestly, that’s part of its charm. The building itself has this understated elegance that feels authentically Latvian rather than trying too hard to impress tourists. When you’re standing at the reception, you can actually hear the sounds from the nearby National Theatre drifting through the windows on performance nights, which I mean, either adds to the atmosphere or keeps you up depending on your perspective.

What really struck me about this place is how it manages to feel boutique without being pretentious. The rooms have character – I’m talking original hardwood floors that creak just enough to remind you you’re in a historic building, but not so much that you feel like you’re camping. The staff actually knows the neighborhood, too. When I asked about grabbing coffee in the morning, they didn’t just point me to the hotel café but told me about this little spot two blocks down toward Doma laukums where locals go. That kind of insider knowledge is honestly worth more than fancy amenities sometimes. The whole place has this lived-in quality that makes you feel like you’re staying at a well-traveled friend’s place rather than just another hotel room.

I’ll be straight with you – at 3 stars, you’re not getting marble bathrooms or a spa, but you are getting something that feels genuine in a city where a lot of places are trying too hard to capitalize on the whole “undiscovered Baltic gem” thing. The location is pretty perfect if you want to explore on foot – you’re literally steps from the opera house and maybe a five-minute walk to the central market if you want to grab some of those smoked fish vendors for breakfast (do this, by the way). Parking can be a bit of a hassle since you’re right in the heart of things, but honestly, once you’re here you won’t need a car anyway. The 8.7 rating makes sense to me – it’s the kind of place that does the basics really well without any major surprises, good or bad. If you’re looking for something that feels connected to actual Riga rather than tourist Riga, this is your spot.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $127. Economy Double Room with 1 double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $129. Standard Double Room with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $129. Twin Room with 2 single beds for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $141. Superior Double Room with 1 extra-large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $158. Family Room with 1 single bed and 1 large double bed for Max persons: 3

Reviews

• Exceptional – Kirsty from New Zealand – 4 July 2025 (10/10)

  Gorgeous spacious rooms. Breakfast was excellent and we enjoyed dinner at the restaurant too!

• My stay was enjoyable. – Ellen from Canada – 4 July 2025 (10/10)

  I have stayed at this hotel three times. I visit my family in Riga I live in Canada. The location,room and breakfast are very good.
  
  What could be improved: I did not have a problem with anything.The staff were very helpful.

• Charming, very good location, nice breakfast – Chkat from Switzerland – 25 June 2025 (8/10)

  Very good location, good breakfast.
  Very friendly staff.
  Windows can be opened.
  
  What could be improved: It was what I expected (older building in old town), so all good.

• Exceptional – Pei from Taiwan – 21 June 2025 (10/10)

  Lovely rooms and great location.
  Breakfast is nice!

• Highly recommend staying at this location. Would stay there again. – Rachael from United States – 7 June 2025 (10/10)

  The hotel room was elegant and very clean. Breakfast was wonderful and the restaurant serves an amazing dinner as well. The staff was friendly and helpful and excellent overall. Loved everything about our stay.
  
  What could be improved: N/A

• Big room, good breakfast, great location – Henry from United States – 3 June 2025 (9/10)

  Big room

• Amazing stay close to main sights and lots of restaurants – John from United States – 2 June 2025 (10/10)

  Great location, friendly staff, comfortable rooms, good breakfast

• very enjoyable – Pradip from United States – 31 May 2025 (9/10)

  The breakfast was nice, the staff specially and room cleaning was veru nice. The location of the hotel was very good and the restaurant attached to the hotel was very goos.
  
  What could be improved: The location, the staff both in breakfast and housecleaning were very decent.The breakfast was very good.

• Very good – Mihai from Romania – 26 May 2025 (8/10)

  Charming old building right in the city centre. The room was quite big and clean. The bathroom was not too big but well organised and clean. Good breakfast and a cosy atmosphere in the restaurant. The self-service check-in/check-out worked very well and the information provided before arrival was excellent.
  
  What could be improved: În the morning the reception staff has to do double duty for the breakfast service, so it is difficult to get their help for information or anything else related to the stay.

• Excellent choice for a stay in Old Riga – Stuart from United States – 25 May 2025 (10/10)

  Very large and comfortable room. Friendly, helpful staff. Excellent location in center of Old Riga. Very good and varied breakfast, even if the eggs were runny. There is a wonderful restaurant on the ground floor open for lunch and dinner. It is very popular so a reservation is needed.
  
  What could be improved: Inconvenient shower in a slippery bathtub.

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