RIGAAPARTMENT SONADA Family Aparthotel – Private Parking

Hotel Description

You know what caught me off guard about RIGAAPARTMENT SONADA? It’s actually tucked away on Ģertrūdes iela in this quiet residential stretch that feels more like a neighborhood than a tourist zone. I mean, you’re still totally central – maybe a 15-minute walk to Old Town – but there’s something refreshing about staying where actual Rigans live. The building itself has that solid Soviet-era apartment block vibe, which sounds terrible but honestly works in its favor. These places were built like tanks, so you get thick walls and decent soundproofing, plus the family aparthotel setup means you’re getting proper apartment-style space instead of cramped hotel rooms.

The private parking situation is honestly the real game-changer here, especially if you’re driving around the Baltics. Finding parking in Riga can be a nightmare (trust me on this), so having a guaranteed spot accessible from Valmieras iela takes away that whole stress factor. The apartments themselves feel lived-in rather than sterile – good kitchens where you can actually cook, not just heat up instant noodles, and enough space to spread out your stuff without living out of a suitcase. I particularly liked how they’ve managed to keep things feeling homey while still being clean and well-maintained. The Wi-Fi was solid too, which matters when you’re trying to figure out bus schedules or book dinner reservations.

What really works about this place is the location balance – you’re close enough to walk to Krasta iela for decent restaurants and that whole riverside area, but far enough from the party zones that you can actually sleep at night. The tram connections are pretty good from this part of town too, so getting around is straightforward once you figure out the system. It’s not going to win any design awards, and yeah, the building exterior looks pretty communist-bloc standard, but for families or anyone staying more than a couple nights, the extra space and kitchen facilities make it worth it. The 8.2 rating feels about right – it’s doing what it promises without any major surprises, good or bad. If you’re the type who needs a fancy lobby and daily housekeeping, this probably isn’t your spot, but if you want a solid base with parking sorted and room to breathe, it definitely delivers.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $49. Studio Apartment – Semi-Basement floor with FREE Parking with 1 double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $49. Standard Double Room with Air Conditioning with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $77. One-Bedroom Apartment with Double Bed with 1 large double bed and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $77. One-Bedroom Family Apartment – FREE Parking with 2 single beds and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $112. Two-Bedroom Apartment with Air conditioning with 2 × 1 large double bed and 2 sofa beds for Max persons: 4

Reviews

• Very good – Celeste from Australia – 27 April 2025 (8/10)

  It's in the quiet end of town
  Large spacious room
  Kind staff
  Clean bathroom and kitchen
  
  What could be improved: The dish rack is small and is built-in over a wooden cupboard so water drips into the wood – it's not good so we had to clean dishes quickly. Some of the dishes when we arrived weren't clean so we had to rewash it too. Kitchen is very small but otherwise everything else is spacious.
  Bed and pillow wasn't the comfiest but it was ok.

• Superb – Ezers from Norway – 22 April 2025 (9/10)

  Nice stuff, cosy apartament
  
  What could be improved: Missed a mop, so i couldn't mop the floor, on the other hand place offered cleaning service

• Very good – Noah from United States – 25 December 2024 (8/10)

  The staff were incredibly helpful, letting me check in a little earlier than normal even though I only requested to drop off my bags. The room was very comfortable as well.
  
  What could be improved: The location, while we can’t really do anything about it, leaves a lot to be desired. It’s maybe a twenty minute walk from the old town. But exercise is always good.

• Will recommend deffinetely to my friends – Pavels from United Kingdom – 12 November 2024 (9/10)

  Everything was briliant. Reception staff were helpful & friendly. Special thanks to reception lady Karina!

• My stay was comfortable and enjoyable, with everything meeting or exceeding my expectations. – Selcuk from Latvia – 10 November 2024 (9/10)

  I really enjoyed my stay! The staff was incredibly kind and helpful throughout, making me feel welcome from the start. The room was spotless and well-maintained, which made a huge difference in my comfort. The bed was super comfortable, providing a great night's sleep. It was clear that a lot of attention was given to cleanliness and creating a relaxing environment. Overall, the combination of a friendly team, a clean and cozy room, and a comfy bed made for a fantastic experience!
  
  What could be improved: I had no complaints about the hotel. I would like to thank the staff for making my stay comfortable and for taking such good care of me.

• Ideal for a great stay at Riga! – Deborah from Brazil – 1 November 2024 (8/10)

  The property was cozy and provided a good atmosphere for us to enjoy Riga.
  
  What could be improved: The public transportation from or to the property wasn’t ideal

• A hidden gem in Riga – Malcolm from United Kingdom – 11 October 2024 (9/10)

  A spotlessly clean and quiet place to stay
  
  What could be improved: Leaving 🙂

• Great option for solo traveler and families – Adrien from France – 8 September 2024 (9/10)

  The environment
  Good welcoming
  Fair price for minibar
  Good location
  Good WiFi
  
  What could be improved: Strange window

• Nice hotel for small budget – Bei from Belgium – 5 September 2024 (9/10)

  The room is clean and well-equipped. It’s also very close to the bus stop – which makes it easy to get to the city center. The staffs are very friendly and responsive. Overall very good hotel for small budget
  
  What could be improved: The double room is quite small and the soundproof system can be better

• Superb – Oslo007 from Norway – 21 June 2024 (9/10)

  Very Nice apartment

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