DECO APARTMENT

Hotel Description

Look, I’ve stayed in plenty of places around Riga’s Old Town, but DECO APARTMENT on Brīvības iela really caught me off guard – and I mean that in the best way possible. You know how most “apartment” hotels can feel sort of sterile and corporate? This place actually feels like someone with incredible taste decided to let you crash at their perfectly curated pad for a few days.

The location is honestly brilliant, though you might walk past it at first because it sits so naturally among the other Art Nouveau buildings on Brīvības. You’re literally a five-minute walk from the Freedom Monument (which, let’s be honest, you’ll probably use as your main navigation point anyway), and the whole stretch toward Vecrīga is basically your front yard. What I really appreciated was how quiet it gets at night – Brīvības can be busy during the day with all the trams and foot traffic, but the building itself is set back just enough that you’re not dealing with street noise when you’re trying to sleep. The morning light through those big windows though… that’s something else entirely.

Here’s what actually impressed me: the attention to detail feels genuine rather than trying-too-hard. The design lives up to the “DECO” name without being a theme park version of it – clean lines, really thoughtful lighting, and furniture that you’d actually want in your own place. I spent way too much time just appreciating how everything fit together. The kitchen setup is proper too, not one of those sad hotel kitchenettes with a mini-fridge and two plates. You could actually cook a decent meal if you wanted to, though honestly, with places like Folkklubs and MiiT nearby, you might not need to. The bathroom – and this might sound weird to focus on – but the shower pressure was perfect, and there’s something to be said for good towels after a long day of wandering around the city.

Check-in was refreshingly straightforward, no hovering staff or unnecessary formalities, just the information you need and the sense that they trust you to be an adult in their space. I stayed during shoulder season in late September, and the whole area had this lovely quiet energy – busy enough to feel alive but not overwhelmed with summer tourists. The 9.6 rating makes complete sense once you’re there; it’s not trying to be the fanciest place in the city, but everything works exactly as it should. You’ll probably find yourself hanging out in the space more than you planned, which is either a good thing or a sign that Riga’s weather has driven you indoors – either way, you’ll be comfortable doing it.

Reviews

• Exceptional – Fatima from Norway – 2 July 2025 (10/10)

  the apartments are clean, beautiful, cozy. The Internet is excellent, fast (you need to connect to it correctly and the Internet is excellent) All shops are close and transport, everything is within walking distance, the street is very beautiful, the hostess answered all questions very quickly, everything is excellent, I recommend

• Exceptional – Nikolaos from Greece – 31 May 2025 (10/10)

  Very nice, spacious, and clean apartment. The owner, Izle, was very polite and happy to help with everything we needed. I also appreciated that we were allowed to check in early.

• Superb – Rafael from Spain – 4 March 2025 (9/10)

  Wonderful location, totally renewed and the manager very kind and attentive.
  Very recommended for families.

• Excellent would definitely return – Paul from United Kingdom – 27 August 2024 (10/10)

  Lovely accommodation
  Great venue for sights
  
  What could be improved: Nothing

• Exceptional – Christopher from United Kingdom – 21 August 2024 (10/10)

  Location great, really clean and comfortable.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing

• Exceptional – Aleksandra from Cyprus – 20 August 2024 (10/10)

  Everything was perfect in the apartment. Super easy check-in and check-out. Very stylish and cozy, modern and fully equipped kitchen and bathroom. The apartment is located in the center close to all main attractions and shops! Many thank to Ilze. She is a perfect host!

• Excellent value for money and spacious warm apartment 15mins from old town – Daniella from United Kingdom – 15 January 2024 (10/10)

  The apartment was lovely and big, clean, warm, and great value for money. Fully equipped to cook at home if needed. The location of the apartment is a good walk from the old town so ok for people who like to walk.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing- the shower pressure a bit low as mentioned and the TV took a while to get it to work (channel Go3)

• Beautiful apartment near nice shopping center – Celine from Denmark – 6 October 2023 (10/10)

  Loved the style! I want the same floor and the same bathroom at home now.
  
  What could be improved: It can be a bit dark inside during the day, but it did not matter because we were out and about most of the time.

• I will choose it again, recommend – Richard from Slovakia – 8 August 2023 (10/10)

  Very nice, modern and spacious appartment. We found what we need. Definitely worth it.
  Queit place with good location but several minutes from historical centre.
  
  What could be improved: Everything was perfect, maybe only one small small minus is location

• Highly recommended for business and holiday trips. – Ene from Estonia – 30 January 2023 (10/10)

  We really enjoyed the property. It was recently renovated with great style. The rooms are spacious, and the kitchen is well equipped; there are resting and work areas, making the property suitable for both business and holiday travellers. The surroundings are splendid – a delightful and rare Jugend-style environment. A shopping centre right next to it, not to mention many excellent places to eat and drink.
  
  What could be improved: The gate worked a little poorly, you had to use a lot of force.

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