Royal Suites Whith Free Parking

Hotel Description

You know what struck me first about Royal Suites? It’s actually right there on Republikas Laukums – I mean, you’re literally on Republic Square, which sounds fancy but honestly feels more like the heart of old Riga than some touristy showpiece. The building has that solid, no-nonsense European feel, and when they say free parking, they really mean it (which, if you’ve ever tried to park anywhere near Vecrīga, you’ll know is basically worth its weight in gold). The entrance doesn’t scream luxury, but there’s something reassuring about that – it feels like a place that focuses on getting the basics really right rather than impressing you with marble lobbies you’ll see for thirty seconds.

The rooms themselves are what I’d call “properly comfortable” – not trying to be the hippest place in town, but everything works exactly as it should. The beds are actually good, which sounds obvious but you’d be surprised how many places get that wrong. What I really appreciated was how quiet it stays, even though you’re right in the center of things. I mean, step outside and you’re a five-minute walk from the Freedom Monument, maybe ten minutes to wander into the Old Town’s cobblestone maze, but somehow the street noise doesn’t really penetrate. The staff seem to know their stuff too – not overly chatty, but when I asked about getting to the central market early (before the tour groups descend), they knew exactly what I was talking about and gave me proper directions, not just “it’s that way somewhere.”

Here’s the thing about this place – it’s got that sweet spot location where you feel like you’re staying where locals actually live and work, not in some tourist bubble. You’ve got proper cafes nearby, not just hotel restaurants, and you’re close enough to Daugava River that you can actually walk there for a proper evening stroll. The 8.3 rating makes sense to me; it’s not perfect – the WiFi can be a bit temperamental, and the elevator is one of those tiny European ones that fits maybe two people and a small suitcase – but honestly, these feel like minor quibbles when you’re getting solid value and a genuinely useful location. If you’re the kind of traveler who wants to feel like they’re actually in Riga rather than just passing through it, this place gets it right. Plus, did I mention the parking is free? Because in this part of town, that alone is worth celebrating.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $176. Presidential Suite with 2 × 1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 5
• Estimated price from: $200. Studio with Terrace with 1 single bed, 1 extra-large double bed and 2 sofa beds for Max persons: 5
• Estimated price from: $182. Two-Bedroom Apartment with 2 × 1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 6

Reviews

• Very good – Karlis from Norway – 22 June 2025 (8/10)

  Everything was OK… except on the fotos there was bathtub with bad…. but there wasn't it… little bit despondent… but apartment was super okay 👌

• Superb – Monika from Lithuania – 18 May 2025 (9/10)

  What could be improved: No hot water

• Amazing – Fatema from Sweden – 21 April 2025 (9/10)

  Very big, spacious, central, close to everything. Quiet and peaceful
  
  What could be improved: Everything was very good. One day at night after 22 there was no hot water in bathrooms or kitchen.

• Good – Kaltanas from Lithuania – 3 April 2025 (8/10)

  We liked location, cleaness, a view from terrace. But beds were uncomfortable to sleep.

• Superb – Alin from Romania – 7 January 2025 (9/10)

  A clean, spacious apartment, very close to the old town.
  
  What could be improved: Low quality bed and mattress in the bedroom, lack of toiletries, paper towels and finding the bathtub’s stopper around the apartment was a like treasure hunt, I’m not going to disclose it and spoil your quest.

• Superb – Tomas from Lithuania – 5 January 2025 (9/10)

  Excellent location, spacious, two bathrooms.

• Superb – Madan from Finland – 14 September 2024 (9/10)

  Room is great for a family to stay. It's near to Dome.
  
  What could be improved: We couldn't communicate in english while taking keys from security. We were lucky at that time there was a young guy who translated to english. Otherwise, The security was not ready to listen to us.
  
  There was no water locking for batch tub.

• Superb – Andrius from Lithuania – 4 September 2024 (9/10)

  Space, cleanliness
  
  What could be improved: Lack of trash bins.

• Good – Vytautas from Lithuania – 7 July 2025 (7/10)

  Location and bath
  
  What could be improved: furniture should be renewed or cleaned.

• Good – Mãrtiņš from Latvia – 5 July 2025 (7/10)

  What could be improved: There was no shower gel, only hand soap.

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