Mansard in Old Town

Hotel Description

You know what struck me first about Mansard in Old Town? The building itself – it’s tucked into this gorgeous old townhouse on Arsenāla iela, and I mean, the street name literally translates to “Arsenal Street,” which gives you a sense of how deep into Riga’s medieval heart you really are. The entrance is sort of understated, which I actually loved because it feels like you’re discovering a secret rather than checking into some flashy chain hotel.

The thing about staying here is that you’re basically living like a local in one of the most atmospheric parts of the city. I could hear the cobblestones echoing with footsteps from my window – not in an annoying way, more like a gentle reminder that you’re somewhere with actual history. The rooms have this cozy, lived-in feel that somehow manages to be comfortable without trying too hard to impress. Honestly, for a 3-star place, I was surprised by how thoughtfully everything was put together. The staff clearly know their neighborhood inside and out – they pointed me toward this tiny bakery about two blocks down that I never would have found otherwise, and their coffee recommendations were spot-on.

What really won me over, though, was the location’s practicality mixed with its charm. You’re literally a five-minute walk from the House of the Blackheads and all those postcard-perfect guild houses, but you’re also close enough to the Central Market that you can grab fresh berries and local cheese for breakfast if you want. The tram stops are nearby without being right outside your window (trust me, this matters), and I found decent parking about a block away – which, if you’ve ever tried to drive in Old Town Riga, you’ll know is basically a miracle. The building gets quiet at night, probably because the neighborhood itself settles down after the day-trippers head back to their cruise ships or tour buses. I mean, you might catch some weekend revelry drifting over from the square, but it’s more charming than disruptive. For the price point and that killer rating of 9, it’s honestly one of those places where you feel like you got away with something – like you’re experiencing the real Riga without paying tourist prices or dealing with tourist crowds.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $235. Four-Bedroom Apartment with 2 × 2 single beds, 3 single beds, 2 × 1 double bed, 1 single bed and 3 double beds for Max persons: 4

Reviews

• TOP Apartment in super Lage – Christopher from Austria – 19 August 2022 (9/10)

  Die Lage ist meiner Meinung nach perfekt. In wenigen Minuten ist man zu fuß in der wunderschönen Altstadt von Riga. Es befinden sich in unmittelbarer nähe sehr gute Bars, Lokale und Restaurants. Das Appartement ist wirklich sehr groß und geräumig. Mit dem Taxi ist man in ca 15 Minuten vom Flughafen in der Unterkunft. Der Vermieter Gustav ist ein wirklich sehr netter Mensch und sehr zuvorkommend. Vielen Dank dafür GUSTAV
  
  What could be improved: Das Apartment ist eine große Dachgeschoss Wohnung und daher im Sommer doch etwas wärmer. Das muss einen doch bewusst sein. Des weiteren gibt es keine Lift in die Wohnung und die Stiegen sind doch sehr schmal und steil. Nichts desto trotz ein top Apartment.

• Exceptional – Louis from United Kingdom – 18 September 2022 (10/10)

• Good – Vidar from Norway – 17 July 2024 (7/10)

• Exceptional – Edoardo from Italy – 15 September 2024 (10/10)

• Exceptional – Teemu from Finland – 21 May 2024 (10/10)

• Very good – Tommy from Denmark – 30 September 2024 (8/10)

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