Old Riga Attic Apartment

Hotel Description

You know what struck me first about the Old Riga Attic Apartment? The stairs. I mean, you’re climbing up to this converted attic space on Kalēju iela, and with each step, the tourist noise from the street just… fades away. By the time you reach the top, it’s like you’ve found this secret pocket of old Riga that somehow escaped the crowds below.

The location is honestly perfect if you actually want to experience the city rather than just tick off tourist boxes. You’re literally in the heart of the medieval center – I could hear the morning deliveries to the cafes on Kalēju street, which sounds annoying but is actually kind of charming around 7 AM when you’re sipping coffee and watching the city wake up. The thing about this street is that it’s busy enough to feel alive but not so crazy that you can’t sleep (though honestly, if you’re sensitive to city sounds, bring earplugs for Friday nights). What I loved is that you can walk to everything – the Town Hall Square is maybe three minutes, and if you head toward Doma laukums, you’ll pass some of those tiny galleries that locals actually visit, not just the obvious tourist traps.

The apartment itself has that converted attic charm that works really well, though you’ll want to watch your head in a few spots if you’re tall. The slanted ceilings and exposed beams give it character, and there’s something satisfying about staying in a space that feels genuinely historical rather than some sanitized hotel interpretation of “old world charm.” The 9.1 rating makes sense once you’re there – it’s not luxury, but everything works, it’s clean, and the details show someone cares about the place. The kitchen setup is actually functional (I made coffee every morning and even attempted some basic meals), which isn’t always the case with these short-term rentals.

Here’s what I wish someone had told me: parking is going to be a puzzle if you’re driving. The old town streets weren’t exactly designed for cars, so you’ll probably end up in one of the paid lots and walking a bit. But honestly? That’s part of the experience. Also, if you’re visiting in summer, that attic location means it can get warm during the day, though it cools down nicely in the evening. The check-in process was smooth – no standing around in a lobby wondering if your room is ready.

What really sold me on the place was stepping out in the early morning or late evening when the day-trippers have cleared out. That’s when you get the real Riga – locals heading to work, the smell of bread from the bakeries, the way the light hits those medieval facades. You’re not just staying near the old town; you’re living in it, at least temporarily. For a three-star place, it punches above its weight because it gives you something a lot of fancier hotels can’t: the feeling that you’ve discovered something rather than just booked something.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $293. Two-Bedroom Apartment with 2 × 1 large double bed and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• Perfect location, clean & tidy & helpful hosts. Will stay again – Guy from United Kingdom – 11 May 2025 (10/10)

  Perfect location, 5 minute walk to the town, 10 minutes to the bus&train station. Staff was super helpful over message and replied very fast. Nice and clean with plenty of space

• Excellent minus stairs – Antoine from Finland – 23 February 2025 (9/10)

  The bath and the location were excellent. The kitchen was functional and overall the place was clean. Generally everything was quite nice.
  
  What could be improved: The stairs. They have sharp metal sidings which are painful against your legs/feet. The kitchen is treacherous to cook in because of the stairs directly behind where you stand. The first stair in the flight up to the loft bed area is slanted downwards which is particularly dangerous especially at night or with wet feet. The stairs to the apartment on the 4th floor are somewhat difficult to climb, but if you are fit and in good health it shouldn’t be an issue. The door to the apartment had no landing, and travelling here with suitcases would have been a large hassle.

• Exceptional – Mirjam from Estonia – 16 February 2025 (10/10)

  Great location close to old town, bus terminal and train station. All the main sights, museums, theaters and shopping centers are all withing walking distance.
  Cosy rooms and stylish bathrooms.
  Very quiet bedrooms and comfy beds.
  Hospitable and helpful hosts – we had a minor problem with heating system wich was solved very fast.
  
  What could be improved: It wasn't a problem for us, but the stairs leading to the apartment are rather steep. Also, there are stairs in the apartment, too.

• Very good – Michael from United Kingdom – 10 February 2025 (8/10)

  Finished to a very high standard and very clean!
  
  What could be improved: The stairs up a very treacherous for anyone with even a hint of mobility issues

• Exceptional – Aaron from United Kingdom – 15 December 2024 (10/10)

  Hosts were very responsive with any questions asked. Apartment had everything you would need, and was very clean.
  
  Location also top-notch, with very easy access to the old town

• Nice place and price and quality was good. – Riikka from Finland – 9 December 2024 (8/10)

  Near old town. Nice apartment and friendly staff and they answer messages really fast. There was possibility to storage the baggage their staff office because our flight leave evening and our check out was 11.00 a clock. Downstears there was coffee machine. We can really recommend.
  
  What could be improved: Unfortunately other shower was not useful because of technical promblem. Staff was inform us before stay and we understand that it wasn’t staff mistake. Steep stairs to the appartment.

• Great stay – Mark from Finland – 25 November 2024 (10/10)

  All..location..space..and staff were 100% helpfull

• Great stay with wonderful staff – Gimm89 from Estonia – 24 June 2024 (9/10)

  The apartment was so clean and spacious. Bathroom was so spacious with a big bathtub. Staff were so responsive during midnight and helpful. Recommended for families.
  
  What could be improved: One of the curtains was missing from the bedroom but they compensated it with a wine bottle. Also, one bathroom was closed due to renovations.

• Superb – Stephan from Germany – 19 June 2024 (9/10)

  – Near the old town
  – good and easy communication to service from the apartment
  – check out 11.00 but we could our luggage place at the office and take it later!
  – fast answering from questions via booking

• Spacious apartment, cozy sleep and kind hosts – Ilze from Latvia – 28 April 2024 (9/10)

  Very clean and extra blankets provided for colder nights
  
  What could be improved: Hit head on a low roof

SURROUNDINGS

Facilities