Hotel Vantis Riverside

Hotel Vantis Riverside Overview

You know what caught me off guard about Hotel Vantis Riverside? The location actually works way better than you’d expect from looking at the address. Yeah, Tīklu iela isn’t exactly in the heart of Old Town, but honestly – that’s kind of the point. You’re tucked away in this quieter part of Riga where locals actually live and work, about a 15-minute walk from the tourist crowds, which I mean, sometimes you need that breathing room after a day of cobblestone streets and cathedral visits.

The building itself has this understated thing going on – it’s not trying to be some grand palace hotel, but the rooms are genuinely comfortable and surprisingly well thought out. I stayed on the third floor and could hear the Daugava river if I opened the window, which was nice for falling asleep. The staff here actually knows what they’re doing too, not just going through the motions like at some places. When I asked about getting to the Central Market early (because trust me, you want to hit it before 10 AM), the guy at reception didn’t just point me toward a map – he told me which entrance to use and which vendors have the best smoked fish. That’s the kind of local insight you can’t Google.

What really sells this place for me is how it sits in the neighborhood. There’s this little café called Miit just around the corner where you can get proper Latvian breakfast for half what you’d pay near the cathedral, and honestly, the coffee’s better too. The hotel itself doesn’t have parking included, but there’s street parking that’s not too brutal to figure out, and if you’re planning to explore on foot anyway (which you should), you’re perfectly positioned. The tram stop on Daugavgrīvas is maybe a three-minute walk, so getting around is actually easier than staying right in the center where everything’s pedestrian-only and your taxi has to drop you two blocks away. I’ll be straight with you – the breakfast isn’t going to blow your mind, but it’s solid and they don’t rush you out. The Wi-Fi works properly throughout the building, which sounds basic but you’d be surprised how many places still can’t get that right. For a 3-star place, they’re definitely punching above their weight – that 8.9 rating isn’t just people being generous.

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Reviews of Hotel Vantis Riverside

• Superb – Barry from Ireland – 4 June 2025 (9/10)

  Excellent value, €40 per person.
  
  Including continental breakfast.
  
  1pm check out
  
  What could be improved: Nothing.

• Very good – Alexia from Malta – 1 June 2025 (8/10)

  A bit far from the old town but I wanted yo stay close to the exhibition centre which is only couple of minutes away by walk. Taxis not expensive though.
  The hotel is extremely clean and staff is nice. Nice views from hotel and very peaceful.
  
  What could be improved: Breakfast very basic but good

• Quiet stay in Riga but requires own car – Heiki from Estonia – 28 April 2025 (8/10)

  Rooms vere spacious and with a nice view to the river. Quiet neighbourhood
  Free parking
  
  What could be improved: Breakfast was very basic and ran out before everybody got food. Only got some boiled eggs, some ham and an apple.
  It is hard to tell who is staff. They don’t wear work clothes.
  Going out to eat requires taxi or personal car
  Wifi speed is very slow

• Great place – Anna from Isle of Man – 26 April 2025 (9/10)

  Large clean rooms. Excellent breakfast. Great location. Lovely and quiet. 40 minute walk to town.

• Exceptional – Evelina from Lithuania – 12 April 2025 (10/10)

  It’s a smaller, more intimate hotel which made the stay feel cozy and personal – definitely not the usual crowded chain vibe.
  
  The on-site parking – super convenient if you're driving. The room itself was spacious, with a large, comfortable bed, and had everything I needed, including a coffee/tea and a kettle, which is always a plus. The Wi-Fi was strong and reliable, perfect for working remotely.
  
  The hotel also offers a really nice breakfast – a good variety and fresh options. My room had a beautiful view of the river, which added a relaxing touch to the stay.
  
  Big shout-out to the reception team as well – they were welcoming, polite, and always ready to help.
  
  All in all, a great spot for business or leisure. I’d definitely stay there again.

• Everything was perfect – Paulius from Lithuania – 30 March 2025 (10/10)

  Everything was perfet
  
  What could be improved: Everything was perfect

• Superb – Ellen from Estonia – 27 January 2025 (9/10)

  We felt very welcome at the hotel. And the location worked for us as well as we were attending event in Kipsala center.
  
  What could be improved: We'll choose room with the view next time 😀

• Awesome stay <3 – Anastasija from Lithuania – 24 January 2025 (10/10)

  A great place for its value. The staff was very welcoming and nice
  
  What could be improved: The wifi in my room sometimes would cut off or would be very slow. Room Nr. 3

• Very good – Piret from Estonia – 8 December 2024 (8/10)

  Nice, small, quiet hotel.

• Not my first time . Hotel allowed early check in and provided packed breakfast – Vadim from Israel – 19 November 2024 (10/10)

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