Stylish New Apartment in Riga Old Town – City Centre, Self Check-in, Walkable to Major Attractions

Hotel Description

Look, I’ve stayed in plenty of Old Town apartments that promise the world and deliver a cramped room with paper-thin walls, but this place on Šķūņu iela actually gets it right. The moment you walk in, you realize someone put real thought into this – it’s genuinely stylish without trying too hard, and honestly, the self check-in thing works perfectly (no awkward key handoffs or waiting around for someone who’s running late).

What really impressed me was how they managed to nail that sweet spot between being right in the thick of things and still feeling like a peaceful retreat. You’re literally a three-minute walk from Doma laukums, and I mean actually three minutes, not tourist-brochure three minutes. The morning I grabbed coffee at that little place on Kalķu street, I could hear the cathedral bells from the apartment window – there’s something pretty magical about that. The building itself sits on one of those quieter cobblestone streets where you get the full medieval vibe without the constant stream of tour groups that plague some of the main drags.

You know what really sold me though? The practical stuff that most places mess up. The WiFi actually works (I was video-calling clients without any issues), the shower has proper water pressure, and they’ve got blackout curtains that’ll save your life if you’re dealing with jet lag. The kitchen’s compact but functional – I made breakfast there a few mornings and didn’t feel like I was performing surgery in a shoebox. Plus, and this might sound weird, but the place just smells good. Clean, fresh, none of that musty old-building smell you sometimes get in historic areas.

The neighborhood comes alive differently throughout the day, which I loved watching from the windows. Early morning it’s just locals heading to work, then the day-trippers start filtering in around 10am, and by evening it settles into this lovely buzz of people heading to dinner. There’s a small grocery store literally around the corner on Audēju street – perfect for grabbing basics or a bottle of wine. I actually ended up having some of my best conversations with locals at the little bar two blocks over, which you probably wouldn’t find if you were staying out in some sterile hotel district.

The only minor thing – and I mean minor – is that Friday and Saturday nights can get a bit lively outside, but honestly, you’re staying in Old Town Riga, so if you wanted silence you’d be in the wrong place anyway. The windows do a decent job of keeping the noise manageable, and personally, I kind of enjoyed the energy. One night I just opened the window and listened to people speaking about five different languages as they wandered past – it reminded me why I love traveling in the first place. For the price point and that 9.5 rating, this place delivers exactly what it promises, which is refreshingly rare these days.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $87. One-Bedroom Apartment with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• Exceptional – Dara from Ireland – 2 June 2025 (10/10)

  Excellent location. So central to everything. Spotlessly clean and modern with loads of great touches water snacks umbrellas… top class highly recommend
  
  What could be improved: Nothing but would add no lift so need to be able for stairs

• Perfect choice – Lucas from Brazil – 8 May 2025 (10/10)

  Perfect location, in the heart of the old town. The apartment is very modern and has everything one needs. Kitchen is well equipped, bathroom is new and has great amenities, and the bedroom is spacious and comfortable.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing.

• I had a great stay with easy access walking to everywhere. – Francisco from United States – 3 April 2025 (10/10)

  Perfect location
  
  What could be improved: none

• Exceptional – Neil from United Kingdom – 24 March 2025 (10/10)

  Lovely modern spacious apartment centrally located.

• Very good – Vincent from United Kingdom – 16 March 2025 (8/10)

  What could be improved: noisy street

• Great place to stay when in Riga. Will definitely book here again and highly recommended. – Karla from Denmark – 7 March 2025 (10/10)

  The property is situated near almost all of the attractions. Restaurants, a pub, and a billiards place are right in front of the property.

• Very good – Eleni from Belgium – 30 January 2025 (8/10)

  The apartment is located in the centre of old city, walking distance from all main sightseeing spots. It is fully renovated and modern, very spacious and sparkling clean. Easy check-in and check-out without the presence of the owner needed.
  
  What could be improved: As it is above a number of bars, the level of noise is unbearable to sleep. There was no hot water and heating the morning that we were checking out. Lastly, there is no plug close to the mirror in the bathroom or at the hall.

• Superb – Marija from Serbia – 1 January 2025 (9/10)

  What could be improved: The only problem was that it was quite noisy, but that was to expect considering the super central location.

• We’ll definitely be back.x – Tracey from United Kingdom – 15 December 2024 (10/10)

  Everything was excellent. Great location, value for money, immaculately clean, and good communication with host.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing we didn’t like.

• Clean, great location and brilliantly hospitalitable 🙂 – Ronald from United Kingdom – 10 December 2024 (10/10)

  Absolutely amazing, great bed and comfortable. Brilliantly clean and enough supplies – towels, toilet paper and much more all provided.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing.

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