Charming studio in Old Town Riga

Hotel Description

You know what caught me off guard about this little studio on Šķūņu iela? The moment I stepped inside, I actually forgot I was in the heart of Old Town Riga. I mean, you’re literally surrounded by centuries-old cobblestone streets and medieval architecture, but somehow this place feels like a calm bubble away from all the tourist chaos happening just outside your door.

The studio itself is honestly pretty clever with space – and I say that as someone who’s stayed in way too many cramped European rentals. It’s got that Scandinavian-influenced design thing going on that you see a lot in the Baltics, where everything has a purpose but doesn’t feel sterile. The bed actually fits two people comfortably (shocking, I know), and there’s enough room to spread out your stuff without living out of a suitcase the whole time. What really sold me was the kitchen setup – it’s small but functional, which matters when you want to grab groceries from the Central Market and make breakfast instead of paying café prices every morning. Speaking of which, the market’s just a quick walk across the Daugava, and honestly, it’s worth staying in this area just for that convenience.

Here’s the thing about the location that the typical hotel descriptions won’t tell you – yes, you’re in Old Town, but you’re on one of the quieter streets. Šķūņu iela doesn’t get the heavy foot traffic that places closer to Town Hall Square deal with, so you can actually sleep at night without drunk tourists stumbling past your window at 2 AM. That said, you’re still maybe three minutes from all the main sights, and the walk to places like St. Peter’s Church or the House of the Blackheads is basically nothing. The neighborhood has this lived-in feel too – there are locals who actually live here, not just Airbnb properties, which gives it more character than some parts of the old city that feel like open-air museums.

The 8.8 rating makes sense once you’ve been there a few days. It’s not luxury by any stretch, but it delivers on what it promises without any nasty surprises. Check-in was smooth, the WiFi actually works (crucial for anyone trying to work remotely), and the heating keeps up with those Baltic winters – trust me, you’ll appreciate that if you’re visiting between November and March. The only minor thing I’d mention is that the shower pressure could be stronger, but that’s pretty standard for older buildings in this part of the city. Overall, if you want to experience Riga like someone who lives there rather than just passing through, this studio hits that sweet spot between authentic and comfortable.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $54. One-Bedroom Apartment with 1 double bed for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• Superb – Miida from United Kingdom – 2 June 2025 (9/10)

  Very good location!

• Charming place indeed – Miroslava from United Kingdom – 14 May 2025 (9/10)

  Location cannot be better – I was in the heart of the city.
  There's everything you need to cook – great for me as I have gut issues.
  Bathroom is beautiful, lots of sockets.
  Charming place lived to its title!
  
  What could be improved: Sink in the bathroom was blocked so water did not flow down freely

• Cute cosy quiet place in the middle of the old town – Kristiina from Estonia – 10 May 2025 (10/10)

  The studio is cute and cosy and very well located – in the middle of the old town, but with facing a courtyard, so the noise from the street doesn´t reach it. Wi-Fi was fast enough to watch Netflix or browse. Spacious bathroom. Clean and well equipped. Detailed instructions how to get there and how to open the door. There´s a small supermarket nearby. I loved everything about the place and would definitely book again.
  
  What could be improved: –

• I enjoyed my stay! The location was great, and it was perfect for a solo traveler. – Aija from Latvia – 13 March 2025 (10/10)

  I enjoyed my stay—the location was great, the house was warm, and it had good water pressure. Perfect for a solo traveler. I also liked that I could access the property without waiting or meeting anyone.
  
  What could be improved: The WiFi was quite slow during my stay, which made it difficult to use. It might have been fixable, but I didn't contact the host since I had mobile data, which was enough for me. Everything else was fine.

• Amazing location, very clean, perfect place to stay on a budget. Looking forward to staying again. – Michael from Canada – 11 February 2025 (10/10)

  This studio is so well laid out and makes great use of the space, having a fridge and Kitchenette was a bit plus for my stay.
  
  The location is great for a quick walk to downtown nightlife yet still quiet enough to get a good nights rest
  
  10/10

• Exceptional – Marija from Latvia – 11 November 2024 (10/10)

  Great and cosy place in the middle of the old town. I enjoyed every second staying there.
  
  What could be improved: I liked everything.

• Great location – Jolita from Lithuania – 6 November 2024 (9/10)

  Location is the best! Found all appliances needed.
  
  What could be improved: Not soft beds, thin stairs (not suitable for small children or older people).

• Exceptional – Oliver from Germany – 15 July 2024 (10/10)

  The apartment is located right in the heart of the old town with little supermarkets nearby. The apartment is equipped with towels, hair dryer, a dolce gusto Coffee machine, which came all very conveniently.
  
  What could be improved: There is a bunch of sea gulls who fly around every morning with an amazing noise level. It cuts short your sleep but it's also a nice reminder that you wake up in a town which is not far from the sea 🙂

• Exceptional – Pascale from United Kingdom – 1 June 2024 (10/10)

  Perfect location! You can walk essentially everywhere from the accommodation. Super comfortable. The instructions on where the accommodation was and how to get the keys were very clear. I had the best time!

• Fantastic – Joel from Spain – 16 March 2024 (10/10)

  I loved the location, and the optimisation of space in the apartment, you had everything you needed in reach within 3 meters. Very comfortable and welcoming. Everything very clean and impeccable.
  Furthermore the indications by the host to get to the apartment were very helpful and easy to understand!
  
  What could be improved: Honestly, it was all fantastic, maybe the only thing is that the stairs to get to the apartment were very little.

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