Doma square apartment 2, in the heart of Old town

Hotel Description

Look, I’ll be honest – when I first saw “Doma square apartment 2” I thought it was going to be one of those generic Airbnb places with IKEA furniture and zero personality. But walking up Jauniela street (and yeah, it’s actually a pretty narrow cobblestone street, so good luck with wheeled luggage), I realized this place had something different going on. The building itself has that weathered Riga charm – you know, the kind where you can practically feel centuries of Baltic history in the stonework.

What really got me was the location, though. I mean, you’re literally a two-minute stumble from Doma Cathedral, which sounds touristy until you realize what that actually means for your morning routine. There’s this little bakery – I think it’s called Dona – just around the corner where locals grab their coffee before work, and honestly, starting your day there instead of some hotel breakfast buffet changes everything. The apartment itself is surprisingly quiet considering you’re in the absolute center of Old Town. I was expecting party noise from Livu Square (which is maybe a three-minute walk), but the way these old buildings are positioned, you get this little pocket of calm. Well, except for the church bells – but honestly, after a day or two, they become oddly comforting.

The space feels like someone’s actual home rather than a rental property, which I wasn’t expecting from a 3-star place. There are these little touches – decent kitchen equipment (not just a hot plate and prayer), books in multiple languages, even proper hangers in the closet. The bathroom’s compact but functional, and the shower actually has good water pressure, which… if you’ve stayed in Old Town Riga before, you know that’s not always a given. Parking’s going to be your biggest headache (it always is in Vecrīga), but there’s a paid lot about five minutes away on foot, and honestly, once you’re settled in, you won’t need a car anyway. Everything worth seeing is walkable, and the tram stop at Doma laukums connects you to the rest of the city pretty seamlessly. The 9.5 rating makes sense once you’ve been there a few days – it’s not luxury, but it’s exactly what you want when you’re trying to actually experience Riga rather than just pass through it. You’ll probably end up chatting with neighbors in the hallway, figuring out the best route to avoid tourist crowds, and feeling like you’ve got a little slice of local life instead of just another hotel room.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $95. One-Bedroom Apartment with 1 double bed and 2 sofa beds for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• Exceptional – Witold from Poland – 15 June 2025 (10/10)

  Great place in the center of the old town. Large and comfortable apartment, close to everything. I highly recommend it 😉

• Clean and cosy, central situated Appartement. – Muddyfox from Germany – 1 May 2025 (9/10)

  The heating works depends on the weather changes. A lot of light and air, big bathroom, nice equipment.
  
  What could be improved: The bed in the sleeping room is smaller than we expected, but the solution was found, thanks to the host. Coffee maker is too specific to be useful.

• Exceptional – Norbert from Austria – 18 April 2025 (10/10)

  The appartament is gorgeous. situated right in the city's older part. it is fully equipped, very clean and spacious. nearby are a few shops, to get your supplies. or you decide to go to one of the many places for lunch or dinner,which are in walking distance.
  we had a great time there and recommend it warmly.
  thanks to the owner!
  greetings, Norbert and family

• Great place! – Andrea from United Kingdom – 7 March 2025 (9/10)

  Lovely apartment in a great location! It had everything needed for a comfortable stay.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing to dislike.
  The stairs are a little steep, but that's only a minor thing.

• Exceptional – Jana from Czech Republic – 4 March 2025 (10/10)

  We liked the location, good equipment and size of the rooms.
  
  What could be improved: Maybe too steep a staircase to the apartment.

• Great place to join the parties downstairs. – Terot from Finland – 30 December 2024 (9/10)

  Very easy to check in and out. Great location in the middle of old town. The other bedroom more inside the building stays more quiet during the night than the one above the street. Weekdays seem to be more quiet. Well equipped kitchen.
  
  What could be improved: The street below is a party street on weekends. Music and noise continues well after midnight. The living room above the street hears all the noise from the street.

• A beautiful flat right by the cathedral – Reinhard from Germany – 28 October 2024 (10/10)

  The location right next to the cathedral is hard to beat. The house looks a little inconspicuous from the outside with a barbershop on the ground floor. But once you have climbed the somewhat steep stairs, you will find a large (50 m²) and lovingly furnished flat with a living room, bedroom and bathroom. A beautiful old floorboard makes it cosy. You will find everything you need in the kitchenette. The bathroom is modern and clean. In the living room there is a huge sofa to relax on. We really enjoyed our days there. The landlord is very nice and helpful.
  If we come back to Riga, it will be our first choice 🙂
  
  What could be improved: –

• super great! – Shi from China – 28 October 2024 (10/10)

  location is the best dot of old town Riga, next to the Latvia National Radio station, and downstairs are famous Cuba cafe, 300 from Latvia Monument. Classical style house, new decoration. clean and convenient, landlord is friendly and handsome gentleman. I will book his room next time in Riga.

• I was very satisfied with my stay in this apartment, larg , clean, comfortable,location! – Djegesina from Albania – 14 October 2024 (10/10)

  I like the space, location, furniture, clean, nice style and comfortable bed!

• Gustav is so friendly – Mª from Spain – 29 June 2025 (10/10)

  The situation
  
  What could be improved: The accessibility

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