Monika Centrum Hotels

Hotel Description

You know what surprised me about Monika Centrum Hotels? It’s one of those places that actually delivers on being a solid four-star without trying too hard to impress you. I mean, when you first walk up to the building on Elizabetes iela, it’s not going to blow your mind architecturally — it’s got that clean, modern European hotel look — but honestly, that’s exactly what works here.

The location is what really gets me excited about this place. You’re literally a five-minute walk from the Old Town (Vecrīga), but you’re not stuck in the middle of all the tourist chaos. Elizabetes street runs parallel to the main shopping drag, so you get the best of both worlds — easy access to everything but you can actually sleep at night without drunk groups stumbling past your window at 3 AM. The tram stop is right there too, which locals will tell you is gold for getting around Rīga quickly. I’ve stayed in the heart of the medieval quarter before, and sure, it’s charming, but good luck getting a taxi when you need one or finding a decent grocery store nearby.

What I really appreciate is how they’ve nailed the basics without getting fancy about it. The rooms are clean and well-maintained — you know that feeling when you can tell housekeeping actually cares? The beds are properly comfortable (none of that rock-hard European mattress nonsense), and the bathrooms have decent water pressure, which honestly matters more than most people admit. Staff at check-in were efficient and spoke excellent English, though they seemed genuinely happy to practice their Latvian with me when I butchered a few phrases. The breakfast isn’t going to win any awards, but it’s substantial and includes local options alongside the standard continental spread. I actually loved that they had proper rye bread — when in Latvia, right?

The 8.6 rating makes total sense to me because this isn’t a luxury experience, it’s a really well-executed mid-range hotel that knows its audience. Business travelers love it for the reliable wifi and proximity to the city center, while tourists appreciate being able to walk to Doma Cathedral or the Art Nouveau district without needing transportation. Parking can be a bit of a puzzle (welcome to central Rīga), but the hotel staff will point you toward nearby options that won’t break the bank. One thing I’d mention — if you’re planning to visit during White Nights in summer, book way ahead because Elizabetes iela becomes pretty popular with visitors who’ve figured out this sweet spot between convenience and sanity. It’s the kind of place where you end up telling people, “Yeah, it was exactly what I needed,” which is honestly better than most travel experiences these days.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $71. Double Room for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $82. Double Room with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $99. Double Room with Balcony with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $116. Junior Suite with Balcony with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $124. Suite with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $133. Deluxe Suite with Balcony with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $141. Superior Apartment with 1 extra-large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $107. Junior Suite with Large Double Bed with 1 extra-large double bed for Max persons: 3

Reviews

• Very good – Teppo from Finland – 9 July 2025 (8/10)

  Sauna was good
  
  What could be improved: Restaurant

• I’ve been here often and will continue to come. This hotel suits me well – Maggie from Switzerland – 9 July 2025 (8/10)

  Excellent location and staff. Good breakfast.
  
  What could be improved: Only one armchair in a suite for two guests. Oversized pillows – but I swapped a small decorative cushion into one of the pillow slips.

• Very good – Peakyb10 from Switzerland – 3 July 2025 (8/10)

  Almost everything!
  
  What could be improved: It's too far away from the Old Town

• Wonferfulll – Tuluha from Turkey – 30 June 2025 (9/10)

  Location
  Cleaninig
  Staff
  
  What could be improved: Notting

• Very good – Judith from United Kingdom – 27 June 2025 (8/10)

  Very nice hotel. Room was lovely with all you need.
  
  What could be improved: The bar and restaurant weren't open for the first two days due to a Bank Holiday.

• Exceptional – Vahan from Latvia – 24 June 2025 (10/10)

  My fav location, my fav hotel in Riga. Always best rates.
  
  Thank you!

• Very good – Daniel from United Kingdom – 23 June 2025 (8/10)

  Absolutely enormous rooms which felt very fancy inside. Very comfortable bed, spacious bathroom and even a balcony as well. Also a mini fridge in the room, with the option to buy some snacks and drinks from in the room. Well-located in central Riga and within comfortable walking distance of the main attractions.
  
  What could be improved: The balcony door for my room was broken. The wind one night blew it open at around 3am (you can imagine how scary being woke up by that was) and, despite reception promising to get it fixed before the next night, this did not happen and I had to barricade the door to ensure it stayed shut through the night.
  Rooms slightly showing their age in places as well.

• Amazing stay, great staff and great breakfast. – Mandy from United Kingdom – 23 June 2025 (10/10)

  Amazing staff in all parts of the hotel. Great location opposite the park and next to the art nouveau area. They upgraded our room as the trip was part of my husband’s 70th birthday celebrations. Great sauna was a bonus.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing. Everything was awesome.

• Nice place for short stay – Anna from Latvia – 21 June 2025 (8/10)

  Staff was super polite and nice. The property looks really good.
  
  What could be improved: The bed was very bad 🙁 . Unfortunately we didn't enjoy the sleep, but otherwise everything was very nice and clean.

• Exceptional – Ieva from Ireland – 16 June 2025 (10/10)

  Hotel is in a fantastic place in Riga, in a historical building
  It's in center of city, but around is big and nice park. Breakfast, sauna, fitness.

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