Lacplesa Cozy Central Apartment

Hotel Description

Look, I’ll be straight with you about the Lacplesa Cozy Central Apartment – it’s one of those places that completely surprised me in the best way possible. When I first walked up to 24 Lāčplēša iela, I honestly wasn’t expecting much from a 3-star spot, but this little gem sits right in the heart of Riga’s most vibrant neighborhood, and I mean *right* in it. You’re literally a two-minute walk from some of the city’s best cafes and that amazing stretch where all the Art Nouveau buildings make you feel like you’re in an architecture museum. The building itself has that solid, pre-war European feel – thick walls that actually keep the street noise down (something I really appreciated since Lāčplēša can get pretty lively, especially on weekends).

What actually won me over was how the place manages to feel genuinely cozy without trying too hard, you know? The apartment has this lived-in warmth that a lot of hotels just can’t fake – I’m talking about the kind of lighting that makes you want to curl up with a book, and a kitchen that’s actually set up for real cooking, not just reheating leftovers. The owners clearly know their stuff because they’ve thought about the little things that matter when you’re staying somewhere for more than just a night. The shower pressure is decent (always a gamble in older European buildings), and they’ve got those heavy curtains that block out the white nights if you’re visiting in summer. I mean, Riga in June barely gets dark, so trust me on this one. The Wi-Fi actually works throughout the space, which – let’s be honest – isn’t always a given in these converted apartments.

Here’s the thing though, and why I think this place scores that solid 8.1 rating: it’s not trying to be something it’s not. You’re not getting luxury amenities or a concierge, but you are getting a genuine taste of what it’s like to actually live in central Riga. The location puts you within walking distance of both the Old Town tourist stuff and the real local spots where Rigans actually hang out. Plus, there’s a Rimi supermarket about three blocks away, and honestly, grocery shopping in a foreign country is one of my favorite ways to feel like I’m getting the real experience. The tram stop is right there too, so getting to the beach at Jūrmala or out to the airport is pretty straightforward. I’d definitely stay here again, especially if I was planning to spend more than just a weekend – it’s got that comfortable, unassuming vibe that makes you feel settled rather than just passing through.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $78. Superior Apartment with 1 large double bed and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 4

Reviews

• Good – Aleksei from Poland – 13 November 2024 (7/10)

  Excellent location, comfortable sofa, underfloor heating in the bathroom, elevator.
  
  What could be improved: Kitchen area could be cleaner. Sounds from neighboring apartments, like a child crying and things banging, are quite noticeable. More lighting would be appreciated due to limited natural light.

• Thank you for letting us stay in your comfortable clean and conveniently located apartment! – Michael from United States – 23 May 2024 (10/10)

  What could be improved: Please add a mirror to the unit – so far there is only one avail in the bathroom

• Exceptional – Irakli from Lithuania – 5 August 2023 (10/10)

  Staff membera exelent behaive and very good profesionalism

• No soundproofing, loud neighbours, uncomfortable beds. – Aleksei from Russia – 2 May 2025 (4/10)

  The apartment is quite spacios, with plenty of room for two adults. The location is perfect, we could get to the old town and the most of our points of interest by foot. The address was pretty easy to find and access. The owner is polite and professional.
  
  What could be improved: The apartment is NOT quiet at all. A family with a small child lives in the neighboring apartment and we could hear him stomping/crying very clearly – from the afternoon to the late evening hours. Our other neighbours had a party at 3 AM and we could hear them laughing. At first, I thought that the sound comes from the yard, but no, it was from the inside of the building. So, there is virtually no sound insulation between apartments. Which could be considered either as a false advertisment or just ignorance on the owner's part.
  
  Another major downside was the bed quality. The matress has not only the loudest springs, it is also one of the stiffest beds I've ever slept on. The pillowcases were too big for the pillows and the bed sheet was kinda small for the bed.
  
  Cleanliness was okay at the first glance, but the drain in the bathroom was clogged, and the cookware was covered in old stinky fat. Some cookware is not even compatible with the induction cooktop. The utensils come from a variety of different sets, which completes the feeling that those were donated or found in some second-hand shop.

• Good – Stāvavena from Latvia – 28 December 2024 (7/10)

  Izcila atrašanās vieta, komfortabls un plašs dzīvoklis. Teicama un ātra komunikācija ar izīrētāju.
  
  What could be improved: Netīra, taukaina virtuves daļa- cepeškrāsnī veci tauki, trauku mazgājamā mašīna arī nekopta, netīra, tāds pats tvaika nosūcējs.

• Superb – Gintaras from Lithuania – 3 July 2023 (9/10)

  Vieta gera patogu tik automobilio stovėjimo vieta brangoka.
  
  What could be improved: Kad nėra nemokamo parkingo.

• Hele nette ruime accommodatie op loopafstand van het centrum van Riga! – Bram from Netherlands – 24 January 2025 (10/10)

  Het was heel netjes, de bedden lagen ook goed en de accommodatie was leuk ingericht. Verder was het in en uit checken heel makkelijk en zijn we uitstekend geholpen door de host!

• Exceptional – Viktorija from Lithuania – 10 December 2023 (10/10)

  Šeimininkai labai lankstus, galėjome įvažiuoti anksčiau pažymėto laiko ir išvažiuoti šiek tiek vėliau

• Superb – Anonymous from Finland – 15 July 2023 (9/10)

  Asunto oli siisti ja viihtyisä, keittiö on hyvin varusteltu. Sijainti rauhallisella kadulla lyhyen kävelymatkan päässä vanhasta kaupungista oli loistava perheen kanssa majoittuessa. Valvottuja pysäköintialueita on kadun varrella myös useampia.

• Exceptional – Anonymous from Finland – 17 July 2023 (10/10)

  Asunto oli pinnoilta uusittu ja siisti. Asunto sijaitsi hyvällä sijainnilla!

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