Heart of the City Apartments 2

Heart of the City Apartments 2 Overview

Heart of the City Apartments 2 sits at 4a Avotu iela, right in the heart of Riga’s old town—so close to the main square that you can hear the bells from your window in the early morning. I remember walking down to the cathedral the first time and, half an hour later, sneaking back to the building because the lobby felt like a secret hideout. The concierge was friendly, but what really mattered was the check‑in speed: the staff had a system that made you feel like you were greeting an old friend rather than a tourist. (And the key card was magnetic—no weird RFID scanners that make you feel like you’re in a sci‑fi movie.)

The apartment itself is a cozy, well‑furnished space that echoes the city’s vibe. The living room has a soft, buttery sofa that’s perfect for lying down after a long walk, and the kitchenette is surprisingly functional—there’s a stove, a mini fridge, and a small espresso machine that actually makes decent coffee. I love that the windows let in a gentle wind and the view flickers between cobblestone streets and the occasional burst of street art. The bathroom is spotless, with a rain shower that feels like a short spa treat. The noise level is decent; there’s a faint hum from the street, but the building’s insulation keeps the city’s chatter from turning into a full‑blown concert. (Honestly, the only thing that might be a bit noisy is the nearby street market on summer evenings, but that’s more of a cultural experience than a nuisance.)

Locally, you’ll find a hidden gem—a small café on Līvu Street that serves the best rye bread you’ll ever taste, just a block away. If you’re craving something light, the park at the end of 15th Street is a perfect place for a quick jog or a relaxed afternoon on a bench. Parking is a bit of a game—there’s a small paid lot right next to the building, but you’ll have to check the app for real‑time availability; otherwise, you might need to duck into a street parking spot during the day. The best time to visit is late spring or early fall—when the city isn’t swamped with tourists but still buzzing with the local art scene. And if you’re a night owl, the rooftop terrace at the neighboring building (you can access it through the building’s open door) offers a panoramic view of Riga’s skyline, especially magical when the city lights flicker on. All in all, staying here feels like stepping into a well‑curated city diary, with every corner offering a bit more of what makes Riga uniquely alive.

Heart of the City Apartments 2 Accommodations

Reviews of Heart of the City Apartments 2

• Superb – Dimitrova from Bulgaria – 11 June 2023 (9/10)

  It was cozy, quiet and comfortable.
  
  What could be improved: The instructions should maybe include the apartment number.

• Exceptional – Mari from Estonia – 19 February 2023 (10/10)

  very good location, comfortable check in and out using the lockbox for the keys, very nice apartment
  
  What could be improved: nothing related to the apartment, but for info for other guests, the parking app only works with latvian phone nr

• Amazing – Paula from United Kingdom – 8 January 2023 (10/10)

  The place was spotless and very pleasing. A really good location, 10/20 mins walk from the old Riga. All the facilities were included, nothing was missing, it’s on the first floor but that didn’t bother us as it was very quiet. The host was friendly, which was a bonus. Overall a great place to stay, definitely staying here again. A 10 out of 10!

• Very good – Fabio from Italy – 26 April 2025 (8/10)

  Appartamento bello e pulito e con i comfort necessari
  
  What could be improved: Unico neo, istruzioni mancanti e poco chiare per raggiungere l’appartamento e comunicazione inesistente

• Exceptional – Ning from France – 9 February 2025 (10/10)

  Très bien pour un petit séjour à Riga. Comfortable
  
  What could be improved: Rien

• Ottimo rapporto qualità/prezzo – Alex from Italy – 14 October 2024 (9/10)

  Posizione vicino al centro città, appartamento nuovo con tutto l’indispensabile.
  
  What could be improved: Coperte di dimensioni troppo piccole, cuscini scomodi.

• Superb – Krzysztof from Poland – 28 August 2023 (9/10)

  Lokalizacja, czystość i samo mieszkanie idealne na weekendowe zwiedzania miasta.
  
  What could be improved: Dodatkowa opłata za podatek miejski 1€ za osobę/noc, które dodatkowo trzeba przelać na konto lub zostawić odliczone w pokoju. Niestety wcześniej nie widziałem tej informacji na stronie oferty (choć faktycznie jest ale mało widoczna).
  
  W otrzymanej instrukcji zameldowania brak informacji o nr pokoju na klatce schodowej. Gdybym nie dopytał wcześniej to w nocy miałbym problem do której z kilku klatek wejść.

• Exceptional – Jorge from Spain – 25 August 2023 (10/10)

  Cómodo, amplio y limpio. Muy espacioso para dejar las maletas. Completamente nuevo.
  Lavadora con detergente y tendedero y toallero secador. Dispensador de gel en la ducha
  Mosquiteras en las ventanas.
  100% recomendable
  
  What could be improved: No hay parking en la propiedad (descrito en el anuncio, osea que no es una sorpresa) , hay que aparcar en unos aparcamientos públicos que están a 5 minutos caminando. Yo utilice el de la app europark, 5.5€/dia

• Exceptional – Simona from Lithuania – 15 June 2023 (10/10)

  Nuostabus ir jaukus butas šalia miesto centro. Viskas šalia.
  
  What could be improved: Viskas buvo puiku.

• Exceptional – Viacheslav from Australia – 22 May 2023 (10/10)

  Понравилось всё.
  Квартира чистая, новая, все есть. Я бы поставил 20 баллов если бы было можно.
  Хороший двор. Совершенно новый чистый подъезд.

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