Ginger Apartment Riga

Hotel Description

You know what? I wasn’t expecting much from Ginger Apartment Riga when I first walked up to the building on Alfrēda Kalniņa iela – honestly, it’s tucked away on this quiet residential street that feels more like where locals actually live than where tourists typically end up. But that’s exactly what makes it interesting. The building itself has that solid Soviet-era construction (thick walls, which means you won’t hear your neighbors), but the apartment I stayed in was surprisingly modern inside. I mean, someone clearly put thought into making these spaces work for travelers – the kitchen actually had everything you’d need if you wanted to cook, not just the bare minimum like most places.

The location is pretty clever if you know Riga a bit. You’re about a 15-minute walk from Old Town, which sounds far but it’s actually perfect – close enough that you can easily wander over for dinner or sightseeing, but far enough that you’re not dealing with the tourist crowds and higher prices right outside your door. There’s a decent grocery store just a couple blocks away (Rimi, if you’re familiar with the chain), and I found this little bakery around the corner that does incredible rye bread. What I really appreciated was how quiet it gets at night – Alfrēda Kalniņa isn’t a through street, so there’s barely any traffic after evening rush hour. The tram stop is maybe a 5-minute walk, which makes getting around the city pretty straightforward without needing a car.

The 8.2 rating makes sense to me – it’s not luxury, but it delivers exactly what it promises. The apartment felt clean and well-maintained, though I’ll be honest, the shower pressure was just okay (not terrible, just don’t expect a spa experience). Check-in was smooth – they send you codes and instructions ahead of time, so you can basically let yourself in, which is great if you’re arriving on a late flight. I stayed there in early September, and it was perfectly comfortable temperature-wise, though I imagine you’d want to check about heating if you’re visiting in winter. The Wi-Fi worked well enough for video calls, and there’s actually decent natural light during the day, which you don’t always get in apartment rentals. For the price point, especially compared to what hotels charge in the city center, it’s a solid choice if you want a bit more space and the option to prepare your own meals. Plus, staying in this neighborhood gives you a better sense of how regular Rigans live – it’s not glamorous, but it’s authentic in a way that tourist areas never are.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $106. Two-Bedroom Apartment with 1 double bed, 1 sofa bed and 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• Good option – Diana from Portugal – 25 February 2025 (7/10)

  God walking distance from old town. Very clean and in very good conditions.
  
  What could be improved: Wi-Fi did not work properly. The heating was not enough even though it was on maximum. The apartment was still cold. Kitchen is basic. The location of the apartment was a bit shady and the smell in the entrance was terrible.

• Superb – Anzhelika from Bulgaria – 10 December 2024 (9/10)

  Apartment is exactly as it's shown on the pictures. Central location, nearby you will find cafes, shops and restaurants.The apartment was reasonable size, warm and clean with all that you need. Quiet bedrooms and good quality sleep. Keys were easy to find, but there are entrance gate lock issues that needs to be sorted.
  
  What could be improved: No lift in the building but that's nothing to do with the property

• Superb – Signe from Latvia – 16 November 2024 (9/10)

  What could be improved: No Smart TV

• Very good – Tinja from Finland – 19 October 2024 (8/10)

  The hot tub was the highlight of my trip! Very big apartment, nice and clean. Excellent location
  
  What could be improved: Didn’t get any messages from the property until I messaged them on the day of my stay, only a few hours before check in started. Made me scared that the whole thing was a scam, but thankfully it was not:)

• Nice apartment, perfect location, but no elevator, you should go upstairs by to the 4th floor – Farrukh from Uzbekistan – 11 October 2024 (8/10)

  perfect location, city center, everything is near. Train station, old Riga, Mall are near. Clear apartment. There are all equipments that you need. Vacuum cleaner, iron, microwave, freege, hair dryer.
  
  What could be improved: for someone it could be a minus – 4th floor.
  The guest was Senior, and it was hard to go upstairs by ladder. There is No elevator.

• Superb – Vitalija from Lithuania – 28 August 2024 (9/10)

  Spacios, good location, clean ☺️👍
  
  What could be improved: Just water in the shower was running slowly, low water pressure and difficult to find hot water (you have to wait long for it)

• Very good – Julija from Lithuania – 21 August 2024 (8/10)

  Beautiful interior, very clean and bright apartment, wooden furniture and floor makes it cosy, large bedrooms.
  
  What could be improved: 4th floor without elevator was a challenge to get their with my luggage.

• Very good – Jaroslav from Czech Republic – 11 August 2024 (8/10)

  Location is great. Comfortable beds. Clean apartment.
  
  What could be improved: The flow of watter in the shower was very slow. The entrance corridor to the apartment is very dark. But the apartment itself is modern and clean and comfortable. No sink, just wash basin in the bathroom. No elevator. The apartment is on the fourth floor.

• Very good – Simona from Lithuania – 29 July 2023 (8/10)

  Everything was good, nice and clean.
  
  What could be improved: The view through the windows and terrible noise coming from people below at night and birds from above echoing through the cortyard…

• Good – Stefan from Germany – 24 May 2023 (7/10)

  location. 2 bedrooms, good beds, large bathroom
  key box for self check in
  
  What could be improved: not a real kitchen, very limited equipment, only sink in bathroom. good for breakfast, but not for cooking (just a microwave)

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