Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Daugava Riga

Hotel Description

You know what caught me off guard about the Radisson Blu on Kuģu iela? It’s actually right there on the Daugava riverbank, but somehow it doesn’t feel touristy at all. I mean, you’re literally looking out at the water and the old town across the way, but the whole vibe is more like a local business hotel that just happens to have killer views. The lobby has this modern Nordic thing going on – all clean lines and muted colors – which honestly feels pretty perfect for Riga’s mix of old and new.

The spa part isn’t just marketing fluff, either. They’ve got this whole floor dedicated to it, and I actually saw locals coming in just for treatments, which is always a good sign. The pool area has these floor-to-ceiling windows facing the river, so you can swim laps while watching the occasional boat drift by. What I really appreciated was how quiet it stays – even when the Old Town gets crazy during summer festivals, you’re just far enough away on this side of the river that you get the views without the noise. The rooms are solid four-star territory, nothing fancy but everything works properly (you’d be surprised how rare that is sometimes). The beds are actually comfortable, and the bathrooms have decent water pressure – little things that matter when you’re traveling.

Here’s what’s genuinely useful about staying here: you’re a quick walk to the Central Market and the train station, but you’re also close to some of the newer parts of Riga that most tourists skip entirely. There’s this whole area developing around Torņakalns that’s got some really good restaurants and cafes, and honestly, it’s nice to feel like you’re seeing a side of the city that isn’t just the postcard stuff. The hotel restaurant is decent – nothing revolutionary, but they do a proper breakfast and the coffee doesn’t taste like water. Staff seems to actually know the city well, which is refreshing. I asked about getting to the airport early in the morning and they had three different options ready, including some local taxi service that was way cheaper than the tourist shuttles. The 7.7 rating feels about right – it’s not going to blow your mind, but it’s reliable and well-located, and sometimes that’s exactly what you need. Plus, there’s something satisfying about falling asleep to the sound of the river instead of traffic, especially when you’re still this close to everything you want to see.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $84. Superior Room with 1 large double bed and 2 single beds for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $84. Standard Room with 1 large double bed and 2 single beds for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $96. Superior Room with River and Old Town View with 1 large double bed and 2 single beds for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $119. Junior Suite with with River and Old Town View with 1 extra-large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $202. Two-Bedroom Suite with River and Old Town View with 2 single beds, 1 double bed and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• Superb – Rugilė from Lithuania – 30 June 2025 (9/10)

  Friendly staff, comfy bed, good breakfast, pretty view.
  
  What could be improved: The spa pool and jacuzzi was kinda cold.

• Very good – Erlandas from Lithuania – 24 June 2025 (8/10)

  Room was clear, we found everything we needed.
  
  What could be improved: It’s a bit weird that you can’t watch Netflix. Also, restaurant food wasn’t good for that price.

• Very good – Marija from Lithuania – 24 June 2025 (8/10)

  Staff was friendly and helpful. Breakfast buffet was tasty and with convenient opening hours.
  
  What could be improved: A water in spa zone’s pool and jacuzzi was too cold. Though since there were no people in spa it made the situation more pleasant.

• Overall, a good hotel, if you’re lucky to get the renovated room, like we did, with the river and old town view! – Ilja from Estonia – 23 June 2025 (9/10)

  Good value for the money. Nice service.
  
  What could be improved: It smelled cigarettes in the bathroom, like someone smoked there.

• Superb – Apostolov from Bulgaria – 21 June 2025 (9/10)

  Location
  
  What could be improved: If you have a balcony jts good to use it, not to lock it

• Clean good facilities great breakfast – Geraint from Australia – 11 June 2025 (8/10)

  Excellent breakfast
  
  What could be improved: Not in the centre of Riga

• Great Breakfast – Geraint from Australia – 8 June 2025 (8/10)

  Good breakfast
  
  What could be improved: Not in centre of Riga

• Fine hotel for stay in Riga – Jan from United Kingdom – 7 June 2025 (8/10)

  Clean and spacious. Relatively close to the town although when the wind is blowing hard the bridge can be a bit hairy.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing really.

• Nice hotel, I recommend – Ilona from United Kingdom – 5 June 2025 (8/10)

  Fantastic view on the River from the room and a comfy bed. Very good breakfast
  
  What could be improved: Windows in the room did not open, but used an aircon.

• Better that many "9" hotels I stayed at. Great value! – Noah from Sweden – 23 May 2025 (9/10)

  Our room had an incredible view. Breakfast was better than most "fabulous hotels".
  Staff great.
  
  What could be improved: It seem like it had It glory days, made visible in a few places, but nothing that effected our stay

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