Rija VEF Hotel with FREE Parking

Rija VEF Hotel with FREE Parking Overview

Rija VEF Hotel with FREE Parking sits smack on Brīvības gatve 199C, right where the city’s pulse meets a quiet corner. I parked my car in the little lot behind the building—no fee, no fuss, just a metal gate that opens on a bright Saturday morning. When I stepped into the lobby, the staff were already handing out the welcome key cards with a friendly smile, and there was that faint scent of freshly brewed coffee from the little café that backs the front desk—perfect for a quick espresso before you head out. Check‑in was surprisingly swift, no long lines, just a quick chat with the receptionist who pointed me toward the elevator and the rest of the city. (I mean, who needs a concierge when you’ve got a map on the wall that’s actually useful?) The building itself is a simple 3‑star structure, but the interior feels cozy enough that you don’t feel like you’re in a hotel at all.

The rooms are modest but clean, with a small, comfortable bed and a desk that’s perfect for a quick work session. Honestly, the walls are a bit thin, but the noise from the street is minimal after 10 pm—just the distant hum of city traffic and, sometimes, a passing tram. The bathroom is small, yet the shower has decent water pressure, and the linen feels like a fresh start each morning. Wi‑Fi is decent, though I’ve seen a few complaints about the speed dropping when the whole floor is online (you know what, that’s probably because of the Wi‑Fi router’s age?). But the free parking is a real lifesaver if you’re driving from the outskirts or the airport, and it’s a big plus during the summer months when the city is buzzing with tourists.

Now, if you’re looking for the best spots to explore right next to the hotel, I’d say walk east toward the Old Town and you’ll hit the famous Riga Central Market in just a few minutes—there’s a bus stop right on Brīvības gatve, so you can hop on a quick ride to the river or the Palace of the Livonian Order. The local bakery, Rūsi, is just a block away, and I swear the bread is the best in town. The only gripe I have? The lobby lights are a bit dim—could use a brighter fixture for those early‑morning arrivals. But overall, the vibe is relaxed, the service is friendly, and the free parking makes it a practical choice for anyone who wants a hassle‑free base in Riga. If you’re traveling during the peak season, book early—you’ll want that spot in the parking lot before the city gets crowded. And if you’re heading in the off‑season, you’ll find the city’s charm in quieter hours, which is a real treat. Bottom line: it’s a solid, no‑frills spot that feels like home, especially if you’re tired after a long drive and just want to unwind without paying extra for parking.

Rija VEF Hotel with FREE Parking Accommodations

Reviews of Rija VEF Hotel with FREE Parking

• Great! Slept well and breakfast was delicious! – Roadwaffle from Estonia – 30 June 2025 (9/10)

  The room was comfortable and clean. Breakfast was varied and tasty! We were very happy with the parking availability too.
  
  What could be improved: The breakfast buffet was super busy in the morning and the hotel only had two people working the area (at least I did not see more), so the tables didn't get cleaned fast enough, dishes kept running out etc. No complaints to the people working, they were doing their best in the circumstances, but I felt really sorry for them and wish they had more help during the super busy morning.

• Good location to explore city by public transport, comfy room and helpful staff. You can find better breakfast somewhere – Laura-liisa from Estonia – 3 June 2025 (9/10)

  Really helpful and welcoming reception staff, we arrived a bit early and wanted to just ask if we could park the car and they already checked us in. It is quite convenient if you don’t want to drive around the city by car and public transport tram stop is almost in front of the hotel. The room and the beds were clean and comfy and quite quiet for being so close to the big main street. And it was okay to let us check out and still park the car for the next day.
  
  What could be improved: Personally not a fan of the breakfast buffet, not many choices if you don’t/can’t eat meat, milk or eggs. There were 4 different breakfast cereal and only one sign saying there is milk in there as allergen, which did not seem likely for all. And I’m almost sure there was plant based milk, but calling “lactose free milk” is bit misleading, even though true.

• Great price performance. – Kārlis from Latvia – 5 May 2025 (9/10)

  Everything was clean, great parking spots, polite staff, good breakfast.
  
  What could be improved: The only minus was that the room smelled of cigaretes.

• Easy perfect stay. Start was super kind and nice 😊 – Elza from Latvia – 3 May 2025 (9/10)

  Perfect location and easy ti get to center

• Was good and comfortable – Stella from Latvia – 23 April 2025 (8/10)

  Everything was ok
  
  What could be improved: It could be nice to have an electric pot inside a room but hot water was available at the reception

• Superb – Egidijus from Lithuania – 10 March 2025 (9/10)

  What could be improved: Breakfast

• Very good – Mücahid from Slovenia – 8 March 2025 (8/10)

  It is in a central location, it doesn't even take 10 minutes by tram to get to the center. The staff were very friendly.
  
  What could be improved: Breakfast

• Good value for money. Kind staff. – Skaidrīte from Latvia – 22 February 2025 (8/10)

  Good and convenient location. Kind staff. We arrived during the night and was no problem to check in. Room was spacious. Bed was comfortable. Breakfast was good. Nice staff there as well.
  
  What could be improved: Bathroom and shower needs to be renovated. Bed linen and towels improved.

• Superb – Natalia from Finland – 4 January 2025 (9/10)

  We booked the rooms in the late evening and moved in at night, sign in was smooth and we felt welcome. The rooms were clean, beds comfy, window view nice, breakfast tasty. Ofc this is not a 5star hotel and it's not brand new but for this price it was awesome and the fact that it included breakfast made us choose this place. It was a great stay and we will come back of we are in Riga again.

• Good choice! – Amrah from Germany – 3 January 2025 (8/10)

  The location was good. Room was clean.
  
  What could be improved: I asked for the slipper and they answered that they sell it for 3 EUR.
  On holidays breakfast time is different and they didn’t inform me beforehand, so I missed the breakfast on the last day of my stay.

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