The Theatre / Old Town & Balcony

Hotel Description

You know what struck me first about The Theatre? The name actually makes sense once you’re there – there’s this subtle theatrical vibe woven through the whole place, and honestly, it fits perfectly with its spot in Riga’s Old Town. I mean, you’re literally on Peitavas iela, which puts you right in the thick of things without being stuck on one of those tourist-trap streets where everything costs double.

The building itself has character – that solid, slightly weathered European charm that you can’t fake. My room had one of those balconies that overlook the street (well, some do anyway), and I actually spent more time out there than I expected, just watching the mix of locals heading to work and tourists figuring out their maps. The rooms are what you’d expect from a solid 3-star place – nothing fancy, but everything works. The beds are comfortable enough, though the walls aren’t exactly soundproof, so you’ll hear your neighbors if they’re having a good time. But honestly, in Old Town, there’s always some ambient noise anyway, so it kind of blends in.

What I really appreciated was how the staff seemed to actually know the area – not just the obvious tourist spots, but practical stuff. When I asked about parking (because driving in Old Town is basically a puzzle), they directed me to a spot that was way cheaper than the hotel parking and only a five-minute walk. Little things like that matter when you’re trying to stretch your budget. The breakfast isn’t going to win any awards, but it’s decent and gets you ready for a day of wandering around the cobblestone streets. Speaking of which, you’re close enough to walk to Doma laukums in about ten minutes, but far enough from the main square that you’re not dealing with massive crowds right outside your door. I’d say the location is actually one of the best things about this place – you get that authentic Old Town experience without feeling like you’re staying in a museum. The 7.2 rating feels about right to me; it’s not luxury, but it’s solid and reliable, which is sometimes exactly what you need when you want to spend your money on exploring rather than just sleeping.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $145. Three-Bedroom Apartment with 1 large double bed, 2 single beds, 2 × 1 bunk bed and 1 double bed for Max persons: 4

Reviews

• Overall very good, apart from the missing mattress! – James from United Kingdom – 16 May 2024 (8/10)

  The main room is massive!
  The location is amazing!
  The apartment has a cool layout
  
  What could be improved: A mattress was missing from a bed.
  We had to make two of the beds up ourselves upon arrival.
  Very little toilet roll was supplied so we had to buy some extra.

• Good – Sozaraj from Finland – 15 May 2024 (7/10)

  Location is at the old town and within walking distance.
  
  What could be improved: Apartment was really cold in the night. Not enough light.

• Absolutely brilliant stay! Perfect location. Amazing hosts. Absolutely no complaints. Highly highly recommend for a stay – Daniel from United Kingdom – 3 October 2023 (10/10)

  Very accommodating and exceptional communication
  
  What could be improved: One of the beds was broken but it honestly didn’t affect my stay

• Great location, decent stay – Miia from Finland – 29 May 2025 (5/10)

  Location, ceiling height
  
  What could be improved: 2nd bathroom under renovation, not in use and no notice. Sheets for 9ppl were placed illogically with 6ppl in one room and 1 in the third bedroom (+2ppl in the master). Balcony tiles are almost all loose.

• A disappointing stay – Lasma from Latvia – 12 February 2025 (3/10)

  What could be improved: Unfortunately the property was quite ran down and didn't meet our expectations.
  Beds were partially dirty and not usable, light bulbs were missing, there was no washing maschine, balcony was in a bad state and we found some beer cans there, there was mold in the bathroom, central heating wasn't working so the whole place was heated with loud electric heaters which were in our opinion a fire hazard.

• Very good – Mike from France – 25 September 2024 (8/10)

  L'emplacement parfait en plein centre ville
  
  What could be improved: Une seconde douche serait un plus

• Tommi – Tommi from Finland – 27 October 2024 (6/10)

  Great location
  
  What could be improved: Sängyt likaisia ja todella kuluneita.
  Paikassa ei ikkunoita ulos.
  Käytävä haisee ja on törkyinen.
  Toisen vessan lavuaari tukossa eikä sitä voinut käyttää. Viemäri haisee vessassa todella pahalle.
  Toisessa vessassa seinät turvonneet kosteudesta ja maalit hilseilee.
  Mainostettu parveke hirveässä kunnossa.
  Ei astianpesukonetta.

• Ubytování mělo víc zklamaní než pozitiv. – Jakub from Czech Republic – 13 January 2025 (5/10)

  Bylo v centru
  
  What could be improved: Byla tak zima a prostor nešel vytopit. Chyběla také okna ven.

• Exceptional – Jonna from Finland – 19 July 2024 (10/10)

  Asunto oli todella hyvä ja kaikki sujui ongelmitta. Sijainti täys 10. !
  
  What could be improved: Ainut miinus oli Asunnon parvekkeen ovi ei mennyt lukkoon ja siitä olisi päässyt ulkopuolinen sisään ja kerrossängyt vähän huonossa kunnossa.muuten asunto oli täydellinen!

• Superb – Marcin from Poland – 27 November 2023 (9/10)

  Świetna lokalizacja, duża powierzchnia salonu, czysto, wszystko OK.
  Polecam ten obiekt

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