Theater Residence

Theater Residence Overview

You know what caught me off guard about Theater Residence? The name actually makes perfect sense once you’re there. It’s tucked right into this creative corner of Rīga where Lāčplēša meets all the cultural action, and honestly, the whole building has this subtle theatrical vibe without being cheesy about it. I mean, you’re practically next door to some of the city’s best performance spaces, and the evening crowd spilling out from shows creates this wonderful energy on the street.

The thing is, this isn’t your typical 3-star setup – and that 9.1 rating isn’t just inflated review scores from people’s grandmothers. The rooms have this understated elegance that feels more like staying in a well-curated apartment than a hotel. The floors creak just slightly (in a charming way, not annoying), and the windows are these beautiful old-style frames that actually open properly – which is brilliant during those surprisingly warm Latvian summer nights. What really sold me was the attention to small details… the lighting is warm and actually functional for reading, the bathroom has decent water pressure (trust me, this matters), and they’ve managed to soundproof well enough that you’re not hearing every conversation from the hallway.

Location-wise, you’re in this sweet spot where you can walk to Old Town in about fifteen minutes, but you’re not dealing with the tourist chaos every time you step outside. Lāčplēša street has this lived-in neighborhood feel during the day – actual locals grabbing coffee, small shops that aren’t selling amber jewelry to cruise ship passengers. The tram connections are solid if you want to venture further out, and honestly, I found myself just wandering this area more than I expected. There’s a little market nearby where you can grab actual groceries (not just overpriced hotel snacks), and the restaurant scene within a few blocks is surprisingly good. Check-in was refreshingly straightforward – no upselling, no lengthy explanations of facilities I could figure out myself, just friendly efficiency. If I had to nitpick, the elevator is one of those old European ones that fits maybe two people and their luggage if they’re very friendly with each other, but the stairs aren’t terrible if you’re not on the top floor. The whole place just feels like someone put thought into what travelers actually want rather than what some corporate manual says they should want.

Theater Residence Accommodations

Reviews of Theater Residence

• Everything was great about our staying. We liked home. – Parishan from Azerbaijan – 27 June 2025 (9/10)

  Home is near to city center, well equipped.
  
  What could be improved: Riga is cold city, so in june there could be rainy, wind. Unfortunately, in summer the heating system was turned off. And we couldn’t find shampoo and shower gel. We had, so we didn’t ask for them. But we couldn’t see them at bathroom.

• Perfect location and spotless aromatic place for your stay in Riga – Ceizins from Latvia – 26 June 2025 (10/10)

  The overall atmosphere started with the fancy aroma that was in the apartment. Everything was so clean!
  Fancy dishes that your spouse or partner will absolutely adore. And if you, a man, make a dinner you will be forever remembered as one of the most romantic men out there.
  The kitchen is fully operational. If need be, there is a washing machine.
  
  The place has its vibe, which you will not find easily.
  The location is perfect; there is an elevator.
  And the view is really mesmerizing.
  
  Definitely suggest!
  
  What could be improved: No TV.
  But there are a small collection of books. Definitely worth it.

• Pleasant – Nina from Norway – 7 July 2025 (6/10)

  The kitchen had all the necessary things.The coffee machine was good ( thought no coffee pods , not even one). Modern apartment, good bathroom with a washing machine, the building is well kept , nice and clean entrance with modern elevator. Several nice cafes and restaurants within a short distance.
  
  What could be improved: When we checked in there was washed bedlinen hanging in the middle of the living room, used coffee pods in the coffee machine, the bed was not made , there was no bedlinen on the bed. No clean towels in the bathroom( we found them later in the closet in the bedroom).
  There is no sofa in the living room ,just a folding bed and no TV. The living room is not pleasant and not comfortable .
  Very noisy street, it wasn't possible to open the window because of the noise 24/7 .
  The apartment is not in the old center and it takes about 15 min by foot ( not such a long distance though) .

• Superb – Armans from Latvia – 23 June 2025 (9/10)

• Superb – Nina from Germany – 31 May 2025 (9/10)

• Exceptional – Annija from Latvia – 28 May 2025 (10/10)

• Exceptional – Margus from Estonia – 18 May 2025 (10/10)

• Exceptional – Jonas from Lithuania – 2 June 2025 (10/10)

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