Dandelion Apartments Dzirnavu

Hotel Description

Look, I’ll be honest – when I first heard “Dandelion Apartments” I wasn’t expecting much, but this place on Baznīcas iela totally caught me off guard. It’s tucked into one of those classic Riga buildings that you’d walk right past without thinking twice, but step inside and you realize someone actually put thought into this renovation. The location is pretty brilliant too, I mean, you’re literally a three-minute walk from the Old Town but far enough from Doma laukums that you won’t hear drunk tourists singing at 2 AM. Baznīcas street itself is this quiet little stretch that feels more like where locals actually live, not just where they take Instagram photos.

What really gets me about this place is how they’ve managed to make apartment-style accommodations feel genuinely comfortable rather than just functional. The rooms have this clean, minimalist thing going on – think light wood, white walls, but with enough personality that it doesn’t feel sterile. You know what I appreciated? The kitchenettes actually have proper coffee makers and real mugs, not those tiny hotel cups that hold about three sips. The beds are honestly some of the most comfortable I’ve slept in around the Baltics, and I’ve stayed in plenty of places with higher star ratings that couldn’t get that basic thing right. Plus, the Wi-Fi is fast enough that you can actually video call home without wanting to throw your laptop out the window.

The staff really seems to get that travelers want information, not just politeness. When I asked about getting to the Central Market, the guy at reception didn’t just point me toward Daugavgrīva – he actually told me which entrance to use and when the fish vendors have the best selection (mornings, apparently). It’s that kind of local insight that makes a difference. The building itself can get a bit echo-y in the hallways, but honestly, that’s just old European architecture for you. I’d definitely stay here again, especially if I was planning to explore beyond the tourist center – you’ve got easy access to Miera iela’s cafe scene and the whole Torņakalns area across the river. For the price point and that 9.7 rating, it makes total sense why this place books up quickly during summer months.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $146. Two-Bedroom Superior Apartment with 2 single beds, 1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• Modern, Secure Apartment Close to the City Center — Access Takes Some Getting Used To – Shwani from Netherlands – 29 June 2025 (10/10)

  The apartment was very clean, modern, and comfortable. It had two bedrooms and two bathrooms (one en suite and one separate) which was perfect for our family of four. The apartment was fully equipped with everything we needed for our stay. Communication with the host was excellent; they were friendly and helpful throughout.
  
  We also appreciated the keyless entry system, with secure code access at the building entrance, the floor level, and the apartment itself. The location is ideal, just a few minutes walk from the city center and Old Riga. Overall, it was a perfect place for our stay as a family.
  
  What could be improved: The only downside was that finding the correct entrance door to the building wasn’t very easy at first. Also, the apartment uses three different access codes: for the main entrance, the floor, and the apartment itself, which can be a bit confusing or inconvenient for someone unfamiliar with the system. That said, we do understand it's meant to ensure security.

• Great place to stay. Would come again! – Xyphos_dei from United Kingdom – 20 March 2025 (10/10)

  Clean appartment. Two bathrooms (one en-suite, one separate). Good kitchen/studio area with everything we needed. Host support was pretty much 24/7 (even at 11 PM there was someone on WhatsApp, and responses were near-instant). Keyless entry (three code doors – into the building, into the floor flat block and into the flat itself). City Centre, Old Riga and big trade centre (Galerija Riga) with restaurants, shops and gym – all within minutes of walking. If you want to park the cheapest: choose EuroPark (Baznicas 20/22) during daytime (until 2000) and park in the street at nighttime (free after certain hours and before 8 AM).
  As a group of 4 (2 adults, 2 kids), the flat was a perfect fit.
  We have thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would choose this flat again if coming to Riga.
  
  What could be improved: There was one mishap with hot water: apparently the boiler serves heating circuit and a reservoir (for washing hot water). It happened so that part of our group went to the showers at the same time (in both bathrooms) and had a bit of hot water, and then only cold. Host responded on WhatsApp immediately, saying this was unprecedented and very likely linked to the fact that the boiler resource was slightly stretched (it was -8 outside and heating was full on) + the boiler also serves the nextdoor flat, and it was probably the case of too many people using the water from reservoir simultaneously. The second part of our party just waited before their shower and the hot water was just fine. The issue never recurred during our stay, so probably just something from 'once in a blue moon' category.

• Lovely, warm and cosy apartment with everything you need – Emily from United Kingdom – 20 January 2025 (10/10)

  Codes instead of a key which I loved. Our room was behind 3 coded doors so felt so secure
  
  What could be improved: Nothing I didn’t like

• Exceptional – Helmi from Estonia – 18 August 2024 (10/10)

  Everything was excellent. Everything in the furnishings and accessories was well thought out. Very clean and cozy. Good wifi. Good location.
  
  What could be improved: Parking was in the paid parking lot, but luckily next to apartment.

• Very nice place in the heart of Riga! Beautiful! We are happy and thankful for such a great stay! – Anonymous from Lithuania – 22 May 2025 (10/10)

  So nice
  So clean and new

• Viihtyisä majoitus keskustan tuntumassa – Markku from Finland – 7 May 2025 (10/10)

  Rauhallinen sijainti, lähellä keskustaa. Kauniisti uudistettu huoneisto. Iso plussa matkalaukkujen erillisestä säilytystilasta.

• Exceptional – Clizia from Italy – 2 December 2024 (10/10)

  Casa molto bella, ottima la posizione anche per arrivare alla zona della città vecchia, casa molto pulita

• Exceptional – Jevve from Sweden – 14 October 2024 (10/10)

  Bra läge, fin lägenhet och mycket prisvärd.

• Cała grupa 8 osób bardzo zadowolona z apartamentu! 🙂 – Kasia from Poland – 6 October 2024 (10/10)

  Czysto, oddzielne sypialnie, dwie łazienki, dobrze wyposażona kuchnia, wygodny salon dla grupy.

• Exceptional – Olesja from Estonia – 23 August 2024 (10/10)

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