Cat Garden Modern Apartments Riga

Cat Garden Modern Apartments Riga Overview

I just got back from a weekend in Riga and had to tell someone about Cat Garden Modern Apartments Riga before I forget the little details that make it special. The building sits on 1 Vaidavas iela, right where the old town’s cobbles give way to the newer, more relaxed vibe of the city center. As soon as I pulled up, I could see the small parking lane on Vaidavas, which is a lifesaver if you’re driving—just a few meters out from the entrance and you’re into the city without having to circle around for hours. The front desk was a neat little space with a friendly staff member who handed me a key card with a smile, and the check‑in was surprisingly quick, even on a Saturday night. I mean, they didn’t have a long line, which is something you don’t always get in this area.

The apartment itself is a clean, modern space that feels more like a home than a hotel room. The living area opens up to a small balcony that faces the street, where you can hear the low hum of traffic and the occasional shout from a street vendor selling smoked fish. Honestly, the view is great for a coffee break in the morning or a glass of wine at night. The kitchen is fully equipped, which was a huge plus because I was planning to cook a quick pasta dish for dinner. The coffee machine—yes, they actually have one—makes a decent pot, and the aroma of fresh beans mixed with the faint scent of the city’s winter air (when you’re in the colder months, you can feel it through the windows). The mattress is comfy, but the noise from the street can be a bit of a lullaby at 2 am, unless you’re a light sleeper. I also found the Wi‑Fi surprisingly reliable, which is always a highlight for me when traveling.

If you’re wondering what to do around, you’re in the middle of a lot of interesting spots. Just a block down, you’ll find the old Latvian National Library, and across the street, there’s a cozy café that serves the best rye bread. I took a walk to the nearby Vērinies Street, where the locals hang out at a bar that’s known for its craft beer—talk about a hidden gem. Also, for those who love nature, the city park is a little farther away but still within a pleasant stroll from the apartment—perfect for a sunset walk. The only thing that didn’t quite hit the mark for me was the lack of a small lounge area in the building; a place to sit and chat with other guests would have been nice, but other than that, everything else was spot on. The quiet hours are respected, so after 10 pm, it’s almost a blank space, and the building’s insulated windows keep the noise from the street at bay. All in all, it’s a solid three‑star spot that feels like a local’s choice rather than a tourist trap. If you’re planning to stay in Riga, this could be the place that gives you the city vibe without the hustle‑and‑bust of the main tourist spots.

Hotels in Riga offer visitors the opportunity to stay in the heart of this Baltic gem, with easy access to museums, opera houses, and historic landmarks.

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Reviews of Cat Garden Modern Apartments Riga

• Very good – Šarūnas from Lithuania – 7 June 2025 (8/10)

  Just prise good! Big rooms ;)+
  
  What could be improved: Dificulte to finde adress !
  It's hard to find the address, the navigation doesn't show it. Leaving the car can be difficult.
  They changed our address on the last day. They changed apartments.

• Exceptional – Paul from Lithuania – 25 October 2023 (10/10)

  Apartment is short drive away from center, rooms are clean and spacious, and most of all my wife left her earrings and bracelet at the apartment and the host provided assistance to look for it and send it via post to us. Thank you for the good accomodation.
  
  What could be improved: None

• Exceptional – Tomasz from Poland – 16 August 2023 (10/10)

  Everything met my expactations based on photos and previous opinions. I recommend this place.

• Exceptional – Mantautas from Lithuania – 4 June 2023 (10/10)

  It's very cozy and comfortable apartment, it has everything you need. It is close to the center and everything else around

• Exceptional – Carl from Estonia – 8 May 2023 (10/10)

  Excellent communication with owner, easy move in/out and spotlessly clean. Highly recommended. Not the prettiest from outside but don’t let that put you off.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing. It was exactly as it said.

• Quiet good place to stay when you are on holidays – Kasumova from United Kingdom – 6 November 2023 (9/10)

  Good location, very warm flat, everything what you need is there (kettle, fridge, hair dryer, iron, washing machine, dishwasher, tumble dryer etc.)
  
  What could be improved: Thin walls – could hear neighbours shouting.
  Dust under the beds.

• Passable – Oymak from Finland – 24 October 2023 (5/10)

  What could be improved: very bad location and bulding. so not good for family

• Passable – Sergislt from Lithuania – 8 September 2023 (5/10)

  Two rooms. One of the rooms has a comfortable mattress on the bed. 2 TVs, one of them has Netflix. Great and fast internet! There are two couches to sit on.
  
  What could be improved: Noisy neighbors. Knocking, stomping, dropping until two o'clock in the morning. Noisy outside the window, as it's on the first floor.
  There is a dishwasher, but no tablets for it. That's why the dishes are dirty: apparently, the guests don't wash them. No shampoo, no coffee, no towels in the kitchen, no laundry detergent, no nothing at all, except for soap. There's nothing to make coffee in, just a huge pot.
  Uncomfortable shower: floods the floor.
  In one room, the window does not close all the way, so there is no way to get rid of the noise from outside.
  I consider the price of almost 60 euros for September – to be way too expensive.
  The host didn't see fit to send out check-in info in advance, ended up having to ask him first (6 hours before check-in) and ended up having to buy internet access to read the message and finally check-in. But this is a disadvantage only for foreigners.

• Exceptional – Inna from Estonia – 10 April 2025 (10/10)

  Хорошая квартира на первом этаже, есть все необходимое для приятного проживания. По возможности вернемся снова.

• Puiku – Vaida from Lithuania – 11 February 2025 (10/10)

  Viskas puiku. Švaru, tvarkinga, lovos patogios, yra viskas, ko reikia.

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