Old Town Art Apartment Maria Frou-Frou 101 m2 Overview
Look, I’ve stayed in a lot of places around Riga’s Old Town, and honestly? This apartment on Aspazijas bulvāris completely caught me off guard. The name “Maria Frou-Frou” had me expecting something maybe a bit too precious, you know what I mean, but walking into this 101 square meter space – I mean, wow. It’s actually got this perfect balance of artistic flair without being pretentious about it. The location is what really gets me though – you’re literally on one of the most beautiful boulevards in the city, and I’m not just saying that. Aspazijas runs right along the Daugava River, so you get these gorgeous views, plus you’re about a three-minute walk from the Freedom Monument. The building itself has that classic early 20th century Riga vibe, solid and elegant without being flashy.
What struck me most was how the space actually feels lived-in rather than sterile – there’s original artwork on the walls (hence the “art apartment” part, I guess), and the layout flows really naturally. The kitchen is properly equipped too, which matters if you’re like me and get tired of eating out every meal. I actually cooked a few times using ingredients from the Central Market, which is maybe a fifteen-minute walk away. The bathroom’s spacious, the bed is comfortable, and there’s plenty of room to spread out your stuff – something you definitely don’t get in most hotel rooms around here. One thing that surprised me was how quiet it stays despite being on a main boulevard. The windows are good quality, and honestly, even during the day when there’s traffic, it’s not intrusive at all.
Here’s what really sold me on this place though – it’s got that 9.7 rating for a reason, and after staying there, I get it. The check-in process was smooth (they actually communicate well, which isn’t always a given), and you can tell someone really cares about maintaining the space. It’s not trying to be a luxury hotel, but it doesn’t need to be. You’re getting authentic Riga living in the heart of everything that matters. Walking to Vecrīga takes maybe five minutes, you’re close to some excellent restaurants that aren’t just tourist traps, and if you need to catch a tram or bus, the stops are right there. I’d definitely stay here again – actually, I already recommended it to two friends who were planning trips to Latvia. It’s one of those places that just works, you know?
Old Town Art Apartment Maria Frou-Frou 101 m2 Accommodations
| Accommodation | Details | Estimated Price |
|---|---|---|
| Superior Apartment with City View | 1 extra-large double bed and 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2 | $271 |
Reviews of Old Town Art Apartment Maria Frou-Frou 101 m2
Exceptional – Ttt from Belarus – 9 October 2024 (10/10)
Very clean apartment!
Superb – Arvo from Australia – 23 May 2025 (9/10)
Exceptional – Emilian from Poland – 13 October 2024 (10/10)
Surroundings
What’s nearby:
- Jumpspace: 500 m
- Livu Square: 450 m
- Lielā Ģilde: 500 m
- Operas Skvērs: 300 m
- Vermanes Garden: 500 m
- Riga Small Guild: 500 m
- Bastejkalna Parks: 550 m
- Bastejkalna parks: 350 m
- Riga’s Freedom Monument: 400 m
- Sv. Pētera Lut. Baznīca: 400 m
Restaurants & cafes:
- Restaurant Leduspuķe: 50 m
- Restaurant Wok To Walk: 10 m
- Restaurant Mārtiņa Beķereja: 50 m
Top attractions:
- Riga Dome Square: 650 m
- Riga Motor Museum: 10 km
- House of Blackheads: 550 m
- Powder Tower in Riga: 600 m
- Riga Town Hall Square: 550 m
- Žanis Lipke Memorial: 2.5 km
- Arsenals Exhibition Hall: 800 m
- Mezaparks Recreation Park: 8 km
- Riga Three Brothers Complex: 800 m
- Latvian National Museum of Art: 1.1 km
Natural beauty:
- Forest Biķernieku Mežs: 6 km
Public transport:
- Train Torņakalns: 2.7 km
- Train Riga Central Station: 500 m
- Bus Riga International Bus Station: 350 m
Closest airports:
- Riga International Airport: 10 km
Facilities
Bedroom:
- Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom:
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Bath
- Shower
Living Area:
- Dining area
- Sofa
- Seating Area
Food & Drink:
- Tea/Coffee maker
Accessibility:
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Miscellaneous:
- Non-smoking throughout
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor & View:
- Inner courtyard view
- City view
- View
Room Amenities:
- Socket near the bed
- Drying rack for clothing
- Clothes rack
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Carpeted
- Heating
- Ironing facilities
- Iron
Languages spoken:
- English
- Russian
Media & Technology:
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Satellite channels
- TV
Great for your stay:
- Private bathroom
- Parking
- Kitchen
- Free WiFi
- Flat-screen TV
- View
- Bath
- Family rooms
- Washing machine
- Non-smoking rooms
Building characteristics:
- Private apartment in building
Parking Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and costs € 30 per day.:
- Street parking
- Accessible parking
Other for your stay:
- Children’s high chair
- Dining table
- Coffee machine
- Cleaning products
- Toaster
- Stovetop
- Oven
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Refrigerator
House Rules at Old Town Art Apartment Maria Frou-Frou 101 m2
Pets:
- Pets are not allowed.
Parties:
- Parties/events are not allowed
Smoking:
- Smoking is not allowed.
Check-in:
- From 15:00 to 21:00
- You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.
Check-out:
- From 11:30 to 12:00
Cancellation/prepayment:
- Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
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