Ruses. One Bedroom Apartment

Hotel Description

Look, I’ll be honest – when I first pulled up to 26 Ruses iela, I wasn’t expecting much from what seemed like just another apartment rental. But you know what? This little one-bedroom place completely changed my perspective on staying in Riga’s quieter neighborhoods.

The thing about Ruses street is that it’s genuinely residential – I mean, you’re living alongside actual Latvians going about their daily lives, not stuck in some tourist bubble downtown. The apartment itself feels like someone’s carefully curated home rather than a sterile hotel room. The bedroom has these surprisingly comfortable linens (honestly, better than some four-star places I’ve stayed), and the living area actually makes you want to hang out there in the evenings instead of just crashing immediately. What really got me was the kitchen – it’s compact but properly equipped, which matters when you want to grab fresh ingredients from the local markets and cook something decent. The bathroom’s modern without being flashy, and the shower pressure is… well, let’s just say it’s better than what you’ll find in most old Riga buildings.

Here’s what nobody tells you about this location: you’re about a 15-minute walk from the city center, but it’s through some of Riga’s most authentic neighborhoods. I’d usually grab coffee from this tiny place on Krasta street before heading into Old Town – the locals there started recognizing me after day two. The area gets properly quiet at night (no stumbling tourists or tram noise), but during the day there’s this gentle hum of neighborhood life that feels really grounding. Parking was surprisingly easy – there’s street parking right outside, and I never had issues finding a spot, even coming back late in the evening. The check-in was refreshingly straightforward too, none of that awkward hotel lobby hovering while they process your reservation for twenty minutes. The owner clearly knows the building and area well, gave me actual useful tips about which tram lines to use and where to find the best bread (it’s the small bakery two blocks down, by the way). Sure, you won’t have room service or a concierge, but honestly? With a 9.5 rating and the kind of authentic Riga experience you get here, you won’t miss those hotel formalities. This place works especially well if you’re planning to explore beyond the tourist track – it feels like having a proper base in the city rather than just a place to sleep.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $64. One-Bedroom Apartment with 1 single bed and 1 double bed for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• Great Flat – Jannik from Germany – 30 August 2023 (10/10)

  Great flat. Service was great, everything that was advertised was available and worked flawlessly. This is probably the nicest and cleanest apartment I ever booked for myself. The owner was extremely nice and very accommodating. There are 2 big supermarkets within 3 minutes of walking distance. If I ever return to Riga I will definitely stay here again.
  
  What could be improved: It would be nice to have some more pots, pans and general cooking utensils. They are available, but a bit more would be nice. Everything else is great as is.

• From the moment I arrived, I was greeted with a clean and cozy apartment that exceeded my expectations. The level of cle – Kristina from Norway – 24 May 2023 (10/10)

  Easy access to public transportation, nice communication with apartments owner, clear and accurate information about the apartment’s condition.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing

• Very good – Karolis from Lithuania – 2 August 2023 (8/10)

  Great for a night before an early flight, LIDL is nearby. Really appreciated the alarm clock for those that need to catch an early flight 🙂

• Exceptional – Svetlana from Latvia – 8 June 2025 (10/10)

  Все наши ожидания оправдались полностью! Мы уже не первый раз гостим, всегда сервис на уровне! Особенно приятным сюрпризом была обновленная мебель. Местоположение отличное! Обязательно приедем еще!

• Exceptional – Kateryna from Ukraine – 14 February 2025 (10/10)

  Удобное размещение,

• Exceptional – Радченко from Ukraine – 22 July 2023 (10/10)

  Удобное размещение – рядом остановка электрички в любой конец Риги, магазины. Тихий район. Уютная квартира со всеми удобствами. Било комфортно. Приветливый хозяин. Спасибо.

• Exceptional – Tatjana from Latvia – 14 July 2023 (10/10)

  Omulīgs dzīvoklis, svaigs.

• Exceptional – Artem from Ukraine – 17 June 2023 (10/10)

  Спасибо большое владельцам квартиры, все понравилось, всем довольны.

• приветливые и очень хорошие хозяяева , в квартире чисто, уютно, останавливайтесь не пожалеете – Владимир from Lithuania – 28 May 2023 (10/10)

  удобное расположение и вид из окна

• Exceptional – Irina from Estonia – 22 May 2023 (10/10)

  По приезду доброжелательно встретил хозяин. Все рассказал, показал. Хозяева живут рядом, при возникновения вопросов, можно сразу обратиться. В квартире было чисто. Постельное белье, полотенца, все есть необходимое для сна. Понравился вид во время завтрака-взлетающие, пролетающие самолеты 🙂 Рядом есть магазины (Lidl, Rimi). Парковка возле дома бесплатная. Квартира светлая, теплая. Рекомендую!
  
  What could be improved: Единственное, что не хватило, это телевизора и микроволновой печи. Остальное, все полностью устроило.

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