Dandelion Apartments Matīsa

Hotel Description

Look, I’ve stayed in a lot of places around Riga, and Dandelion Apartments Matīsa honestly surprised me in the best way possible. The building sits on this quiet stretch of Matīsa iela – you know, that area where the city starts to feel more residential but you’re still close enough to everything that matters. First thing I noticed walking up? The entrance actually looks like someone cares about the place. Not fancy-schmancy, but clean and welcoming in a way that made me think, okay, these people know what they’re doing.

The apartment itself – and I mean this – felt like staying at a friend’s place if your friend happened to have really good taste and actually owns a decent coffee machine. The space is thoughtfully laid out, with those high ceilings you get in older Riga buildings but with modern fixtures that actually work (revolutionary concept, I know). What really got me was the kitchen setup. I’m talking proper counter space, a full-size fridge, and cookware that isn’t bent or missing handles. You can actually prepare a real meal here, which is clutch when you’re tired of restaurant food or – let’s be honest – when you’re trying to save some euros. The bed was comfortable enough that I didn’t wake up feeling like I’d been wrestling with the mattress all night, and the bathroom had one of those showers with actual water pressure. Small victories, but they matter when you’re traveling.

Here’s what I really appreciated – the location gives you this perfect balance. You’re maybe a 15-minute walk from the Old Town, but you’re not dealing with the tourist crowds right outside your window. The neighborhood has that authentic Riga vibe, with little cafes and shops that locals actually use. There’s a decent grocery store just down the street, and if you’re into morning runs, Mežaparks is close enough to make it worth your while. Parking wasn’t a nightmare either, which anyone who’s driven in Riga will tell you is basically a miracle. The 9.3 rating makes sense once you’ve been there – it’s not trying to be a luxury hotel, but everything they do, they do well. The staff was genuinely helpful without being pushy, check-in was smooth, and honestly, the whole experience just felt… easy. Sometimes that’s exactly what you need when you’re exploring a city. I’d definitely book this place again, and I’m pretty picky about where I stay.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $234. Four Bedroom Apartment 1 with 3 × 2 single beds, 1 large double bed and 2 sofa beds for Max persons: 6
• Estimated price from: $234. Four Bedroom Apartment 2 with 3 × 2 single beds, 1 large double bed and 2 sofa beds for Max persons: 6

Reviews

• Superb – Carmen from Australia – 27 June 2025 (9/10)

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• good apartment for rest – Anna from Ukraine – 12 November 2024 (10/10)

  cozy atmosphere
  
  What could be improved: –

• Nice spacious appartement for bigger group – Frank from Netherlands – 11 November 2024 (8/10)

  Clean, spacious, good place to stay with group of friends
  
  What could be improved: Walking distance to city centre was a bit too much to easily wonder around, but enough bolt taxis available

• Exceptional – Tetiana from Ukraine – 9 September 2024 (10/10)

  What could be improved: Everything is great except for the unpleasant smell in the toilet.

• Exceptional – Justas from Lithuania – 24 June 2024 (10/10)

  The apartment was spacious, well maintained and cleaned, had a very well equiped kithen, enjoyed our stay here! Also had parking spaces in the inner yard.
  
  What could be improved: It could be a little bit closer to the old town, it used to take us 25 min walk on foot to the center.

• Enough space for bigger groups also and great private parking right next to the apartment. – Toni from Finland – 10 June 2024 (10/10)

  Great location.

• It was amazing and well furnished. – Iveta from Latvia – 31 March 2024 (10/10)

  I liked the design of the apartament.
  
  What could be improved: Everything was nice.

• Exceptional – Christian from Germany – 1 November 2023 (10/10)

  Good interior, everything as described and clean. Bus located directly outside the apartment, with just a short ride to the center. Very kind staff with super fast responses. Definitely a recommendation!

• Superb – Krzysztof from Poland – 30 August 2023 (9/10)

  Greate place for 6 people. all in place

• Exceptional – Gordon from United Kingdom – 4 June 2023 (10/10)

  Spacious and comfortable. The apartment has everything you need in it for your stay. The two bathrooms/showers come in handy when getting ready if there is a group of you staying. You can walk to the old town within half an hour or 5/10 mins by taxi. There is a supermarket next to the apartment too for anything you might need and a bar just round the corner who were very friendly and welcoming.

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