The Pearl

Hotel Description

You know what struck me first about The Pearl? It’s tucked away on Avotu iela in this quietly sophisticated part of Rīga that most tourists completely miss – and honestly, that’s part of its charm. I mean, you’re still close enough to walk to Old Town in about fifteen minutes, but you’re not dealing with the constant stream of tour groups and street performers outside your window at 7 AM.

The building itself has this understated elegance that feels very… well, very Latvian actually. Not flashy, just really well done. The lobby’s got these beautiful hardwood floors that creak just slightly when you walk across them (in a good way, like they have stories to tell), and the staff genuinely seems to remember your name after the first day. I stayed there during late autumn – you know how Rīga gets all moody and atmospheric in October – and the place just felt like the perfect cocoon against the Baltic drizzle. The rooms are what you’d expect from a solid 4-star, but it’s the little touches that get you: proper blackout curtains (crucial during those endless summer nights), actually decent water pressure, and – this might sound weird – but the beds are exactly the right height. You don’t have to vault onto them or feel like you’re sleeping on the floor.

What really won me over though was the location’s practicality. There’s this little bakery just around the corner that opens ridiculously early and makes these incredible rye pastries, and if you walk five minutes toward the river, you hit this stretch where locals actually hang out – not just the tourist-trap restaurants, but places where you’ll hear more Latvian and Russian than English. The Pearl sits right in that sweet spot where you can duck into authentic Rīga life but still catch a tram to wherever you need to go without any fuss. Parking’s not a nightmare either, which anyone who’s driven in Rīga’s Old Town will tell you is basically a miracle. The 8.8 rating makes complete sense to me – it’s the kind of place that doesn’t try to be something it’s not, just does everything really, really well. I’d definitely stay there again, especially if I wanted to feel like I was actually staying in Rīga instead of some international hotel bubble that could be anywhere.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $74. Apartment with Terrace with 1 extra-large double bed for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• Excellent value for money! – N from France – 8 February 2025 (10/10)

  This place is a hidden gem in Riga! It is spacious, clean, comfortable, has private parking and is located in the centre, close to the old town, all that for a very reasonable price. We will definitely be back!

• Exceptional – Edgars from United Kingdom – 29 December 2024 (10/10)

  Romantic place

• Very good – Agneta from Latvia – 6 December 2024 (8/10)

  Spacious, got a terrace. Clean.
  
  What could be improved: The bedroom area was a bit dark. No notice about the weird bathroom light system.

• Exceptional – Dainius from Lithuania – 7 November 2024 (10/10)

  Cozy small apartment with fireplace not far from city center. Safe and closed yard for car parking. Everything perfect. Will be back for sure.

• Exceptional – Dana from Czech Republic – 16 September 2024 (10/10)

  Huge, super comfortable bed. Terrace where we can enjoy our food.
  
  What could be improved: Silicon in shower could deserve change.

• Very cozy and beautiful; great location and helpful people. – Natasa from Slovakia – 4 September 2024 (10/10)

  The atmosphere of the apartment is amazing. Smart TV, very clean, cozy but also beautiful. Location 10/10.
  
  What could be improved: –

• Superb – Kristiāna from Latvia – 21 July 2024 (9/10)

  I like this part of Riga so i was truly happy of location and surroundings. A nice apartment! I sitting area just in front. Friendly and helpful owners 🫶🏻

• Perfect! – Ana from Romania – 11 July 2024 (10/10)

  We loved staying at The Pearl!
  The location was easy to find and beautiful. It was also close to nice restaurants and stores. Being able to park inside the courtyard was very convenient.
  The apartment was clean and the bed was comfortable. We had everything we needed.
  The host was friendly and helpful, which is always nice.
  So, we highly recommend staying at The Pearl if you are in the area!

• Exceptional – Julija from Latvia – 21 June 2024 (10/10)

  Very cozy, beautiful place. Each room with zest…… Wallpaper in the kitchen, bed in the room, mirror on the door in the hallway, sink in the shower room….. is really a gem.
  
  What could be improved: The only thing I couldn't make friends with was the electric surface.

• Excellent place to be in Riga – Alejandro from Argentina – 7 May 2024 (9/10)

  The place is very comfortable, the bed is big and comfortable, a very good shower and good internet. The kitchen is very good and there is a washing machine and clothes dryer. It is very quiet and you sleep perfectly. It is close to a bus stop
  
  What could be improved: There is nothing that I didn't like, perhaps for a longer stay a little more equipment in the kitchen would be good. A larger saucepan to prepare pasta or rice, for example,

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