Old Town Apartment Next to Saint Peter’s Church

Old Town Apartment Next to Saint Peter’s Church Overview

You know what caught me off guard about this place? The moment I stepped out the front door, I was literally staring up at Saint Peter’s Church – and I mean literally, not in that exaggerated way people usually say it. The spire just dominates your view, which sounds like it could be overwhelming, but honestly, it’s pretty magical, especially when the evening light hits those red brick walls.

The apartment itself sits right on Grēcinieku iela, which – if you’ve never wandered around Riga’s Old Town – is one of those cobblestone streets that feels like you’ve stumbled into a medieval movie set. But here’s the thing that guidebooks don’t tell you: this particular stretch is actually quieter than you’d expect for being so central. Sure, you’ll hear the occasional tour group during the day (the church is kind of a big deal), but by evening it settles into this peaceful hum that’s perfect for leaving your windows open. The apartment captures that balance perfectly – you’re absolutely in the heart of everything, yet when you close the door, it feels like your own little sanctuary.

What really impressed me, though, was how thoughtfully set up everything was. I mean, whoever manages this place actually gets what travelers need. The kitchen had proper coffee (not those sad instant packets), the WiFi didn’t cut out every five minutes, and – this might sound weird – but the shower pressure was incredible. You don’t realize how much you miss a good shower until you’ve stayed in a few European apartments where it’s basically a gentle mist. The whole space feels like someone’s actual home that they’ve lovingly prepared for guests, not some sterile corporate setup. There are little touches everywhere – local art on the walls, books about Riga’s history, even a folder with handwritten recommendations for restaurants that aren’t just the obvious tourist traps.

The location honestly spoils you for other places. You can walk to the Town Hall Square in about three minutes, hit up the Central Market in ten, and if you’re feeling ambitious, the Art Nouveau district is maybe a fifteen-minute stroll. But what I loved most was just stepping out in the early morning when the streets are still quiet – there’s something about having those ancient buildings almost to yourself, with just the sound of your footsteps on the cobblestones and maybe a shopkeeper setting up for the day. The church bells become your natural alarm clock, which sounds annoying but is actually pretty charming once you get used to it.

I stayed here during shoulder season in late spring, and the pricing felt completely reasonable for what you get – especially considering that hotel rooms in this exact area would cost significantly more and give you way less space. The check-in was smooth (they actually met me at the apartment, which was refreshing after dealing with those confusing lockbox situations elsewhere), and when I had a question about laundry, they responded within an hour. It’s the kind of place that makes you feel like you’re living in Riga rather than just passing through, which is exactly what you want when you’re trying to soak up a city like this.

Old Town Apartment Next to Saint Peter’s Church Accommodations

Reviews of Old Town Apartment Next to Saint Peter’s Church

• Exceptional Stay – Amar from United Kingdom – 8 June 2025 (10/10)

  Property is right in the centre of old town and host was amazing & extremely friendly

• Superb – Rasmus from Denmark – 1 June 2025 (9/10)

  Orhan was super! Great and welcoming host!

• Stay here if you want a central private amazing location – Adele from United Kingdom – 26 May 2025 (10/10)

  The property really is in the best location. It overlooks St Peter’s Church and is minutes away from the best restaurants and sights in Riga.
  It is spacious and comfortable with everything we needed.
  I would recommend staying here, in fact it’s probably the best location in the city.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing.

• Good location in the center of Riga – Michel from Finland – 25 February 2025 (9/10)

  Location and space available.
  
  What could be improved: All good

• Could not ask for a better location everything with him walking distance – Jenny from United Kingdom – 6 January 2025 (10/10)

  Very good
  
  What could be improved: Go a bit chilly at night

• An amazing apartment in old town. Super clean and spacious. – Christine from United Kingdom – 22 December 2024 (10/10)

  Spacious, comfortable apartment in a great location. It was super clean and had everything we needed for our stay in Riga. Our host was easy to contact and met us on arrival at the apartment. He also let us check out later which was a huge help to us.
  
  What could be improved: As it was in the old town it was close to quite a few bars so there was a little noise from the street but this did not bother us and I would definitely stay here again.
  
  It would be nice to have a few table lamps in the living room.

• Great location and great host – Sarah from United States – 28 August 2024 (9/10)

  Great location, quiet. Literally in the center of everything. Host was amazing – helpful, kind, met us at the apartment and explained everything as well as gave us ideas and suggestions. He also took us on a tour of the Hill of Crosses and other locations in Lithuania and was a fantastic guide
  
  What could be improved: Nothing

• Excellent apartment with a great host – Panagiotis from Switzerland – 23 July 2024 (9/10)

  The property was sparkling clean and in a great location to the old town. Orhan the host was very friendly, professional and accommodating.

• Perfect location, perfect apartment, perfect host. – Kristian from Denmark – 23 July 2024 (9/10)

  Location and apartment itself are excellent.
  The host, Orhan, was indeed very friendly, helpful and communicative. He did everything to make the stay perfect – even allowed early check in and arranged luggage storage after check out (free of charge).
  The overall rating would have been a clear 10 if not for renovation works on the building facade with plastic foil blocking 90% the windows thus limited volume of fresh air was allowed into the apartment (and the outside temperature reached 30+ degrees these days), however, the host provided a portable fan in the two bedrooms which made it tolerable.
  
  What could be improved: The bathroom was super hot as part of the hot water supply was running in a pipe in the bathroom – I guess it is intended for room heating during less hot days, so maybe just inconvenient during these very hot summer days.

• Exellent location and super nice host – Sigridur from Iceland – 10 June 2024 (9/10)

  Very nice host, helpful and super nice
  Excellent location
  The apartment was clean, basic and had all the neccessary things. Its spacious and nice
  
  As it is located dowtown, ofcourse there is some noice from the streitu and from the bars and the restaurants.
  So if one is looking for a quiet place this probably isnt it

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