St.Jacobs’s apartments Old Town Riga

Hotel Description

You know what caught me off guard about St. Jacob’s apartments? The location is honestly perfect if you want to feel like you’re living in medieval Riga rather than just visiting it. I mean, Mazā Miesnieku is this narrow cobblestone street that most tourists walk right past on their way to the main square – but that’s exactly what makes it special. You’re literally a two-minute stumble from all the Old Town action, yet when you duck into this little building, it’s like the tour groups just… disappear.

The apartments themselves are pretty straightforward – I’d call them clean and functional rather than Instagram-worthy, but honestly, that works here. The ceilings have that old European height that makes you feel fancy, and the windows face the street so you get these glimpses of actual Rigans heading to work in the morning (which, let’s be real, is way more interesting than staring at another hotel courtyard). The Wi-Fi actually works, the heating keeps up with those Baltic winters, and – this might sound weird but it matters – the building doesn’t have that musty smell you sometimes get in these converted historical places.

What really sold me on this spot is how it sits in the neighborhood. You’ve got Vecrīga right there, obviously, but you’re also close enough to walk to the Central Market when you want actual groceries instead of tourist food. The morning light hits the apartment windows just right around 8 AM, and if you’re up early enough, you can hear the delivery trucks navigating those impossibly narrow streets – it’s weirdly charming. Plus, and this is key for anyone who’s done the Old Town hotel thing before, you don’t have drunk bachelor parties stumbling past your window at 3 AM because this street doesn’t really lead anywhere except deeper into the residential part of the quarter. The 8.6 rating makes sense to me – it’s not luxury, but it’s solid, and the location does most of the heavy lifting. I’d definitely book it again, especially if I was staying more than just a weekend and wanted to feel less like a tourist.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $165. Two-Bedroom Apartment with 2 × 1 large double bed for Max persons: 4

Reviews

• Excellent and quiet location in old town – Boriss from United Kingdom – 31 March 2025 (8/10)

  Location
  
  What could be improved: Pictures are a bit misleading

• Great, comfortable and authentic stay in the old city center. – Julija from Denmark – 11 February 2025 (10/10)

  The location of the flat was excellent-very central and convenient. The flat itself was comfortable and had space for our family with two children. The communication with the host was excellent. Prior our arrival we’ve received an electronic leaflet with lots of information about the location, arrival and many other details about the city. We were very happy!
  
  What could be improved: We wished to have more duvets for the two large beds.

• Excellent! – Elina from Germany – 20 August 2024 (10/10)

  Great location! Cozy & nicely decorated

• Great place to stay in the heart of Riga old town – Valentin from Bulgaria – 4 August 2024 (10/10)

  The apartment is situated at a fantastic location. It is spacious and has all the amenities required.
  
  What could be improved: We liked everyrything. The interior design is a little spooky as it's an old house. My little daughter was intimidated at first but then she liked it too.

• Exceptional – Jeanette from Germany – 1 August 2024 (10/10)

  Classic interior, very clean.

• Great location, would stay again. – Neil from United Kingdom – 23 July 2024 (10/10)

  Central location, comfy beds, ideal for a couple nights stay.

• great location, clean and safe – Daikindes from Malaysia – 23 July 2024 (10/10)

  self check in, easy with a e booklet instruction. great apartment next to the famous landmark. clean and comfortable.
  small kitchenette for basic cooking. 2 queen beds. host was very responsive, easy to reach.

• Superb – Karlis from Latvia – 2 May 2024 (9/10)

  Very good.
  
  What could be improved: 👍

• Exceptional – Emi from Japan – 3 January 2024 (10/10)

  The location was perfect as the apartment is located in the old city and very close to Rigas Doms. The rooms were classic and clean.

• Great location , ideal property in centre – Ryan from United Kingdom – 8 February 2025 (8/10)

  Location great, spacious, and ideal for our visit.
  
  What could be improved: Shower gel / shampoo would have been ideal as no shop open at time of arrival. Pillows not the best – used quilt in wardrobe for additional support

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