Cozy Home Jekaba Apartment, old town, self check-in

Hotel Description

Look, I’ve stayed in plenty of Old Town Riga apartments, and most of them are either overpriced tourist traps or sketchy places that look nothing like their photos. This little gem on Jēkaba iela is actually different – and I mean that in the best way possible.

First off, let me be honest about the location. You’re going to be on the fourth floor with no elevator, so pack light or prepare for a workout. But once you’re up there? Man, it’s worth every step. The apartment sits right in the heart of Vecrīga, and I’m talking about the real deal here – you can literally hear the church bells from St. Peter’s in the morning, and you’re maybe a two-minute stumble from some of the best bars in the city. The self check-in thing actually works perfectly (I was skeptical too), and you know what’s nice? No awkward small talk when you roll in late after exploring the nightlife around Doma laukums.

The place itself has that genuinely cozy vibe that so many “cozy” apartments completely miss. It’s not trying to be some Instagram-perfect space – it’s just comfortable and warm, with enough character to feel authentic without being run-down. The kitchen is small but functional, which matters if you’re like me and prefer grabbing fresh bread from the market on Centrāltirgus rather than paying tourist prices for breakfast every day. And honestly, after walking around the cobblestone streets all day, you’ll appreciate having a proper place to rest your feet. The wi-fi is solid (important for those inevitable “look where I am” video calls), and the heating works well – crucial during those brutal Baltic winters when the wind whips down from the Daugava River.

What really sets this place apart is that it feels like staying in someone’s actual home rather than a sterile rental unit. The neighborhood is properly local too – during the day you’ll see office workers cutting through on their way to the business district, and in the evenings it transforms into this lovely mix of locals and travelers who’ve figured out that this is where you want to be. You’re close enough to walk to everything that matters (the castle, the market, those amazing Art Nouveau buildings on Alberta iela), but far enough from the main tourist drag that you won’t be dealing with bachelor parties stumbling past your window at 3 AM. Well, not every night anyway – this is still the Old Town.

The 9.4 rating isn’t just numbers on a screen; it reflects what you actually get here. It’s that rare combination of authentic location, reasonable price, and genuine comfort that makes you want to extend your stay. I mean, finding a place in Riga’s Old Town that doesn’t feel like you’re either slumming it or paying premium prices for basic amenities? That’s honestly harder than you’d think.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $82. One-Bedroom Apartment with 1 double bed and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 4

Reviews

• Exceptional – Zydrunas from Lithuania – 20 May 2025 (10/10)

  The best place I have ever stayed in Riga.

• Ideally located great studio apartment – Petrus from Netherlands – 10 May 2025 (10/10)

  Location is right in between the two main areas of interest. So almost all within a 1km radius walking. The studio apartment is exactly as in the pictures and very tasteful decorated and comfortable. Self-sufficient with kitchen, microwave, Nespresso coffeemaker, dishwasher, washing machine, TV, and very good WiFi. The host is very responsive.
  
  What could be improved: You need to climb 3 very high floors to get to the entrance.

• Exceptional – Joanna from United Kingdom – 24 April 2025 (10/10)

  Brilliant location for exploring Riga.Apartment had everything we needed and was spotlessly clean.Nice and quiet.

• Superb – Jason from United Kingdom – 6 February 2025 (9/10)

  Brilliant location in the old town.easy check in . would definitely recommend.

• Superb – Teona from Georgia – 17 October 2024 (9/10)

  Apartment was really nice, cozy and clean.
  
  What could be improved: Loads of mosquitos in the room.

• Superb – Giedrius from Lithuania – 14 October 2024 (9/10)

  Very cozy and beautiful apartment. Good location near the center. The apartment had everything you could need
  
  What could be improved: Thin walls – you can hear the neighbors both behind the wall and above. There was a party in the other apartment – it was necessary to ask muted music.

• Very good – Alina from Romania – 27 August 2024 (8/10)

  Very clean, comfortable apartment with all the necessary utilities.
  
  What could be improved: The entrance is through an undeveloped inner courtyard, the area seems a bit unfriendly, but once you get to the apartment everything is ok.
  I had another accommodation in Riga where I didn't have to pay the city tax, here I was asked to leave 1 euro/night for each adult.

• Super cosy apartment in fab location – Michelle from United Kingdom – 21 June 2024 (10/10)

  This is a fantastic little apartment tucked away in a courtyard. The owner is very helpful, offering for us to check in early as we were moving from another apartment that was awful. She has thought of everything you could need. We loved it and as others have said it feels cosy and welcoming. The location is great too, being in old town and close to everything – and about 15 min walk from train/bus stations. So quiet and peaceful. Others have mentioned the stairs but they are wide and not steep. I would recommend it to anyone.

• Home from home, word cozy sums it all up! – Maija from United Kingdom – 17 June 2024 (10/10)

  Home from home – everything that one needs was available, lots of through through details by the Hostess, most importantly – really quiet and cozy, will stay again!

• Great stay, amazing location and good communication with the host – Dario from United States – 6 August 2023 (10/10)

  Location, amazing.

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