cozy apartment in the quiet center of Riga

Hotel Description

You know what? When I first walked up to this place on Vīlandes iela, I honestly wasn’t sure what to expect – the address looked a bit official with all those numbers, but the moment I stepped inside, it felt like I’d found someone’s perfectly curated home that they just happened to be sharing with travelers. The “cozy apartment” name isn’t just marketing speak here; it’s actually cozy in that authentic way where you immediately want to kick off your shoes and settle in for the evening.

The location is one of those gems that locals probably don’t even think about because it’s just naturally perfect. You’re right in the center of Riga, but Vīlandes iela has this surprisingly quiet feel – I mean, you can still hear the city, but it’s more like a gentle hum than the usual tourist area chaos. Walking to Old Town takes maybe ten minutes if you’re strolling, and honestly, that little buffer zone makes all the difference when you want to escape the crowds. The neighborhood has this lived-in feel where you’ll see actual Rigans going about their day, not just tour groups posing for photos. There’s a small market nearby where I grabbed coffee in the mornings (the owner spoke perfect English, by the way), and the whole area feels safe even when you’re wandering back after dinner.

What really struck me about the apartment itself was how thoughtfully everything was arranged – not in that sterile hotel way, but like someone actually lives here and knows what makes a space comfortable. The kitchen had proper coffee (not those sad hotel packets), and the bed was genuinely comfortable, not just “fine for a few nights.” The Wi-Fi worked perfectly, which I mention because, well, you never know in these old buildings. The only minor thing – and this is really minor – is that the shower pressure could be a bit stronger, but honestly, after walking around Riga all day, I was just happy to have hot water and a quiet space to decompress. The windows face away from the main street noise, so nights are actually peaceful. I stayed there during what felt like peak season, and even then, the building stayed quiet – no slamming doors or loud hallway conversations at midnight. Check-in was refreshingly straightforward too, none of that awkward “wait around the lobby” situation you get at bigger hotels.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $169. Two-Bedroom Apartment with 1 extra-large double bed, 1 large double bed and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• Loved it – Mazesplace from Finland – 3 July 2025 (9/10)

  Spaceous appartment decoratef with good taste.Modern TV with streaming services was big plus.
  
  What could be improved: Free parking place is not guaranteed – but vould be that I just missed this from description.

• Very good – Ditmars from United States – 3 May 2025 (8/10)

  Lots of space and decor was very nice
  
  What could be improved: Long walk up and down 4 levels

• Everything perfect, you could just respond more to your guests – Morta from Lithuania – 21 April 2025 (9/10)

  Very spacious, clean, stylish
  
  What could be improved: Property owner didn’t respond much

• Awesome experience – Dace from Latvia – 3 March 2025 (10/10)

  It was really good snd spacious. Perfect for our needs!
  
  What could be improved: –

• Great, would return! – Holly from United Kingdom – 4 November 2024 (10/10)

  Modern property in a great location, one of the nicest accommodation I have stayed in. The host was really accommodating and couldn’t do enough for us.

• Quiet spacious apartment in the art nouveau area of the city centre – Carol from United Kingdom – 16 October 2024 (10/10)

  Great quiet location in a residential area amongst the embassies and art nouveau buildings. Beautiful spacious apartment, well laid out with lots of room…..comfy couch, huge comfortable beds and lovely spacious bathroom. Would recommend and definitely stay here again.
  
  What could be improved: Only one small duvet on each bed..we were single occupancy in each room so didn’t bother us too much ….i would have bigger or more duvets plus extra pillows (as only two small square ones).

• Superb – Lelde from Latvia – 29 September 2024 (9/10)

  bathroom, big comfortable bed

• Stunning apartment in quiet centre of Riga. – Even from Estonia – 12 May 2024 (10/10)

  Everything was perfect, when I checked in I was stunned about how great the apartment looked, everything was very clean and greatly looked after.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing bad to say. 🙂

• Everything was just perfect. Best appartment we ever stayed in – Alexandra from Romania – 3 May 2024 (10/10)

  Good location,main attractions very close by,the appartment is just amazing with absolutely everything you need( coffee-nespresso, sugar, salt). You will not be disappointed if you stay here. Riga is just amazing in May
  
  What could be improved: There is absolutely nothing to dislike

• Exceptional – Tiit from Estonia – 30 April 2024 (10/10)

  Nice place!! Fast communication. Good location)))

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