Dzirnavu Residense

Hotel Description

Look, I’ve stayed in a lot of places around Riga’s Old Town, and honestly, Dzirnavu Residense caught me off guard in the best way possible. You know how sometimes you book a place and you’re just hoping it’ll be decent? Well, this one actually delivered – and I mean really delivered. The building sits right on Dzirnavu street, which is perfect because you’re literally a five-minute walk from the Freedom Monument and all the action in Vecrīga, but you’re not dealing with the tourist chaos right outside your window. The entrance has this understated elegance that makes you feel like you’ve discovered something locals would actually choose, not just another place that caters to tour groups.

What really got me was the attention to detail inside. The apartments (because that’s what they really are – proper apartments, not just hotel rooms with a kitchenette thrown in) feel like someone actually lives there. I mean, the kitchen had real dishes, not those flimsy hotel plates that look like they’ll break if you breathe on them. The bathroom was spotless with this great rainfall shower that actually had decent water pressure – you know how hit-or-miss that can be in older European buildings. And the beds? Honestly, I slept better there than I do at home sometimes. The rooms stay surprisingly quiet too, even though you’re right in the city center. I was there during a busy weekend in summer and barely heard any street noise.

Here’s the thing that really sets this place apart though – the staff actually knows what they’re doing. Check-in was smooth (they let me store my bags early without any hassle), and when I asked about getting to the airport, the guy at the desk didn’t just hand me a generic taxi card. He walked me through the bus route, told me exactly where to catch it from Barona street, and mentioned that taxis get expensive during rush hour. That’s local knowledge, you know? Plus, if you’re planning to explore beyond the Old Town, you’re perfectly positioned. The Central Market is maybe a ten-minute walk, and Bergs Bazaar – this cool shopping area that tourists often miss – is practically around the corner. I ended up spending way more time just wandering the neighborhood than I expected because everything felt so accessible. The 9.5 rating this place has? Yeah, I get it. It’s not trying to be fancy for fancy’s sake, it’s just really, really good at being what it is.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $94. One-Bedroom Apartment with 1 double bed and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• Amazing! Totally recommend ☀️ – Mihai from Romania – 13 June 2025 (10/10)

  An extraordinary accommodation! The cleanliness is impeccable, and the place is very modern and beautifully decorated. The beds are very comfortable. It's close to the city center and easily accessible from the airport — we got there in 20 minutes with a Bolt. **Irina** was very kind and kept in touch with us throughout.
  
  The apartment was fully equipped with everything you might need, both in the bathroom and the kitchen.
  
  What could be improved: We have just one suggestion: you could consider leaving a bottle of water. For example, we arrived at night from the airport and had no place to buy any. It could even be for an extra charge, but it would be helpful to have this option available.

• Joyful family trip – Pikalevaa from Latvia – 12 May 2025 (10/10)

  As we had a family trip with the kid, all of us enjoyed the style of apartment. It had everything we needed. Spotless clean and fresh linen. Including there were always enough free paid parking spaces next to the building.

• Highly recommended if the location in Riga suits your needs – Johanna from Finland – 1 May 2025 (10/10)

  The appartment was nicer in real life than in the photos! Not that the photos were unpleasant either, but the colours, the tidyness and the modern touch were a pleasant surprise. The host communicated very well via Booking.com and also WA, was flexible about our arrival time, and the keys were easily received. The bed was nice with firm mattress (which we like), the indoor temperature was good and kitchen had more we needed for. Overall very clean rooms and bathroom. The appartment had ideal location to were we needed to be and it had a grocery store, a bakery and a few restaurants close by.

• Exceptional – Goda from Lithuania – 30 December 2024 (10/10)

  Very cozy apartaments with everyhing what is needed. Very comfortable beds. Apartaments not far away from Old town about 20 minutes by feet.
  
  What could be improved: There is no free parking, need app to pay, but sunday is free.

• Exceptional – Andrisg from Latvia – 28 November 2024 (10/10)

  Viss lieliski!

• Exceptional – Johanna from United Kingdom – 14 October 2024 (10/10)

  The interior of the apartment was absolutely stunning! Loved the cute little details!

• Brilliant place with everything you need – Jillian from United Kingdom – 14 June 2024 (10/10)

  Fabulous property, clean and well cared for. 15 minutes walk from city centre through parks. Irina the host made sure everything was easy for our arrival and even let us check in early with our luggage
  
  What could be improved: Everything was lovely

• Faboulous apartment with good location – Monika from Lithuania – 3 June 2024 (10/10)

  Everything was super great! The apartment is clean, has all the things that you might need – plates, bowls, cups, cutlery, iron etc. Self-check in is very comfortable. About 20 minutes walk from the old town. Host is veeery friendly and helping. So, 10/10! 😍

• Exceptional – Antra from Latvia – 28 March 2024 (10/10)

  Everything was perfect, hosts very welcoming too!

• Exceptional – Eva from Czech Republic – 22 January 2024 (10/10)

  Absokutely fabulous! Cool interier, clean, spacious soundproofed. Highly recommend!

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