S6 Apartments

S6 Apartments Overview

S6 Apartments sits on 6 Šķūņu iela, right in the heart of Rīga’s old town, but not right on the busiest square—so it’s a sweet spot if you want to hear the city buzz without the constant honking of the main street. I walked up the cobblestones from the Vārkciema Street market and found the building tucked between a glass café and a little bookshop that sells everything from postcards to handmade scarves. The entrance is a simple brick door with a brass knob that feels surprisingly sturdy. Honestly, the first thing that caught my eye was the little wrought‑iron balcony that spills onto the street. It’s a small detail that makes the place feel like an actual home rather than a hotel.

When I checked in, the staff were quick to point me toward the keycard and explain the Wi‑Fi password, which is less of a hassle than the typical “your code is in the welcome packet” thing. They’re friendly—one of them even handed me a reusable water bottle that’s locally made. The apartment itself is a compact 1‑bedroom with a kitchenette that’s surprisingly well‑equipped: a kettle, a small fridge, and a couple of pots that can simmer a quick pasta. The walls are painted in a soft beige that makes the space feel larger, and the bed has a mattress you actually want to sleep on—no memory foam, just a good hybrid that’s firm enough to not sag. The bathroom is small but functional, with a shower that comes with a shower curtain that’s actually a nice pattern of Riga’s old water towers. I swear the scent of the soap you used stayed in the room for a while, a subtle lavender that makes you think of the parks around Vīķefonis.

Noise-wise, it’s a mixed bag. During the summer, you can hear the chatter of tourists and the clink of plates from the cafés on the corner, which gives the city its real vibe. In the evenings, the streetlight flickers across the façade, and the faint hum of the tram line comes through the windows. It’s not a sleep‑inducing environment, but I was able to close the blinds and block out the street noise when I needed to. Parking is a bit of a legend—there’s no dedicated parking at the building, so you’ll have to rely on street parking. There are a few spots a block away, but they’re usually taken around lunchtime. I ended up leaving my car at a nearby garage on Meža street, which is a 5‑minute walk and does charge a small fee, but it’s worth it if you want to avoid the key fob chase.

One thing I’d say: the kitchen area is great for quick meals, but if you’re a culinary enthusiast, you might miss a fully equipped kitchen. The local neighborhood has a few grocery stores—one on Rundāla iela that sells fresh produce and a bakery that puts out rye bread at 8 am. I also discovered a tiny bar on Lībiešu iela that serves a good cold beer and has a cozy outdoor seating area that’s perfect for people‑watching. The best part, though, is the balcony. You can sit there with a mug of coffee (the shop on the corner sells the best cold brew) and watch the street life unfold. In the winter, the city lights reflect on the cobbles, and it feels like you’re in a postcard. Overall, S6 Apartments offers a genuine, comfortable stay that feels like a home base for exploring Rīga—no fluff, just the real city experience.

S6 Apartments Accommodations

Reviews of S6 Apartments

• Loved the apartment, ear plugs were saviours. – Ilona from United Kingdom – 6 July 2025 (8/10)

  Very central location, on second floor, safe entrance, very clean, modern, good bathroom and spacious wardrobe, and it has everything for a short stay.
  
  What could be improved: There are 3 busy popular bars just under apartment windows. Very noisy up to 4 am on weekends and most nights to 2 am every single night. Some midweek nights it seemed like the only popular busy buzzing bars.

• Very good – Michael from Canada – 29 June 2025 (8/10)

  Perfect location
  
  What could be improved: Need a sign to tell people that rooms 16-23 are NOT up the stairs..

• Exceptional – Stylianos from Greece – 12 June 2025 (10/10)

  Perfect place! Great room!

• A perfect place to enjoy the sights and sounds of the city. – Zaman from India – 7 June 2025 (9/10)

  It was clean and comfortable, and within walking distance from the main attractions of Old Riga. As a solo traveler I felt completely safe as the managers were very responsive. I also enjoyed the sounds coming from the nearby eating places and music wafting in from the windows.
  
  What could be improved: The pots and pans are placed too high above the stove. While it did not inconvenience me as I did not want to cook but providing the extensive cutlery and cookware (there was plenty that I could see) if it is at a height which is not within access.

• Sweet spot – Samu from Finland – 20 May 2025 (9/10)

  The apartment was very clean and location superb; right in the center of the old town. Communication was great and helpful.
  
  What could be improved: Some noise from bar downstairs, but it's narural in location like this.

• Perfect place – Naim from Lebanon – 16 May 2025 (10/10)

  Very clean, amenities work perfect well, clear instructions for self-check in. Location perfect and the staff is friendly and responsive
  
  What could be improved: Nothing

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

  Perfect location, comfortable and well equipped apartment! I had everything, what I needed for my short 2 nights stay. Consider to come back with friends.

• Exceptional – Ivo from Germany – 25 April 2025 (10/10)

  The location is fantastic, directly on the old town with easy access to a lot of places to eat and have a drink.
  
  What could be improved: A bit loud when there were parties on the bars, but It was ok

• Incredibly central, well equipped apartment on the doorstep of Riga's old town and nightlife – Julia from United Kingdom – 13 March 2025 (8/10)

  Super host – very communicative and clear.
  Well equipped apartment that had everything you needed for a stay of more than a few nights.
  Incredibly central location – great for exploring the historic old town and joining the lively nightlife.
  
  What could be improved: Because it's so close to the lively nightlife (literally above a bar that's open into the night), it can be very noisy, especially at the weekend. If you're visiting Riga for the nightlife, then that makes it an amazing apartment to stay in for the convenience. But if you're not so into the nightlife and are hoping to catch some sleep, you might find this location a bit trickier if staying on a weekend (weekdays were significantly quieter).
  Great apartment overall but think about what you're coming to Riga for before picking your accommodation location.

• Riga lovely, flat central, repairs need doing , very noisy through the night . – Claire from United Kingdom – 27 June 2025 (7/10)

  Central location. Everything we needed in the kitchen, comfy bed, good decor.
  
  What could be improved: Flat 4C There was a dangerous broken tile in the bathroom floor and a loose one next to it. There had been no attempt to repair or stick it down. The floor had multiple pubic hairs on it which was not pleasant to clean up on arrival. If the cleaning team had been in why wasn't I warned of the broken tile? Also there were burn marks in the sink which I told the team about. We did not want to be charged extra for damages we hadn't caused. I sent photos and texts on arrival. This wasn't what I expected to have to do after a long journey . Extremely noisy through the night as the bar beneath turned the music up at 23.00 until the early hours of the morning. Very difficult to sleep.

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