Riga is set on the shores of the Baltic Sea region of Europe. Enter a world filled with historical UNESCO World Heritage Sites with a multitude of museums and concert halls creating a hub of cultural goodness in every nook and cranny. Every part of this country has a little charm. Did you know that aside from architectural wonders, the other half of Riga is blessed with beautiful landscapes that boast dense forestry, tranquil lakes, and sparkling rivers? If you want to explore the beauty of Riga, read this article to learn about the best hotels to stay in Riga, Latvia.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status. recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on February 07, 2024.
1. Grand Poet Hotel and SPA by Semarah (from USD 151)
Perfectly positioned across the street from Bastion Hill, Grand Poet Hotel and SPA provides easy access to popular business and diplomatic centers, historical localities, shopping districts, and the city’s trendiest landmarks. It’s only a two-minute walk to Riga Old Town! Enjoy downtime activities in the fitness center and the spa and wellness center. Alternatively, enjoy a relaxing time in the comfort of your own room, out of 168 stylish 5-star superior accommodations, including 20 ultra-luxury suites, with a flat-screen TV with cable channel and private bathrooms. The Grand Poet Hotel and SPA truly creates a space that surrounds you with dramatic views overlooking Riga.
Grand Poet Hotel and SPA by Semarah
Address: Raiņa bulvāris 5/6
1.12 km (0.7 mi) from Riga Central Market
2. Grand Hotel Kempinski Riga (from USD 217)
Grand Hotel Kempinski Riga was originally built in the 19th century and it is located in Rīga in the Vidzeme Region. Filled with 141 luxury rooms and suites, the hotel also boasts a fitness center, an all-day-dining rooftop restaurant and bar, and even a cigar lounge for smoking guests. The hotel is also available for events and meetings in its natural daylight ballrooms and five meeting rooms. Its prime location allows for high accessibility to attractions like Riga Dome Cathedral and the Riga Central Market, an 11-minute walk away.
Grand Hotel Kempinski Riga
Address: 22 Aspazijas bulvāris
632 meters (0.4 ft) from Riga Central Market
3. Grand Palace Hotel (from USD 143)
Grand Palace Hotel, originally built in 1877 as the Central Bank of Latvia, has been Latvia’s Leading Hotel for the past 14 years, as voted by World Travel Awards. It is only 100m (328 ft) from Riga Castle and a short walk away from all major sights and shopping districts. This five-star boutique hotel offers a delightful vacation filled with elegantly furnished and spacious rooms, bathrooms with heated floors, a spa area, a 24-hour gym, a massage parlor, and most importantly, attentive service. Fancy a bite? Choose your ideal dining spot: Pils Bar & Restaurant serves international dishes, Restaurant Orangerie is open daily for breakfast, the Summer Terrace serves a variety of exotic beverages and creative dishes.
Grand Palace Hotel - The Leading Hotels of the World
Address: Pils iela 12, Riga City Center, Riga, Latvia, LV-1050
1.02 km (0.7 mi) from Riga Central Market
4. Radisson Blu Ridzene Hotel, Riga (from USD 73)
Great value for money, with free parking and pet-friendly options available.
Spacious rooms, fitness room, sauna, underground parking, and free room upgrades.
Convenient central location, walking distance to old town, parks, and art nouveau area.
Excellent and abundant breakfast, with a wide variety of quality food.
Overlooking the Esplanade Park in Riga, the five-star Radisson Blu Ridzene Hotel is the prime location for exploring the historic Old Town. With 95 air-conditioned and classically furnished modern rooms, plus a greenhouse-like ambiance at the restaurant Primada, indulge in a vacation like no other at the hotel. Make use of the available amenities from the on-site fitness facilities to the spa and wellness center with a Nordic sauna and underground parking. Take a stroll down the city center to admire the sophisticated architectural heritage and city attractions, including Powder Tower and Riga Castle, all located with a 10-minute walk. An event space spanning over 315 square meters (3390 sqft) is also available for hire.
Radisson Blu Ridzene Hotel, Riga
Address: Reimersa iela 1
1.12 km (0.7 mi) from Riga Central Market
5. Wellton Riverside SPA Hotel (from USD 73)
Great value for money with spacious rooms and excellent breakfast.
Modern and clean facilities, with a fantastic rooftop terrace and spa.
Perfect central location near the historic Old Town and Daugava river, with easy access to attractions.
Delicious and varied breakfast, with plenty of nearby dining options.
Wellton Riverside SPA Hotel is situated near shopping districts, business centers, and UNESCO world heritage attractions like the Latvian National Opera. Relax in brightly lit modern hotel rooms accompanied by scenic river views and indulge in a delightful buffet breakfast each morning. Traveling with children or groups of friends? Comfortably stay in one of the family rooms. Bringing a furry friend along? This hotel is pet-friendly! Take advantage of the hotel’s extravagant services from a spacious Spa complex with a herbal sauna and local organic cosmetics for massages. There is also a cigar room for smoking guests.
Wellton Riverside SPA Hotel
Address: 11. novembra krastmala 33
441 meters (0.3 ft) from Riga Central Market
6. Rixwell Hotel Konventa Seta (from USD 69)
Housed in the state-of-the-art national architectural monument 7 building complex, Rixwell Hotel Konventa Sēta is found in Old Riga, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Attractions nearby include Riga Cathedral and The Freedom Monument, both six minutes’ walk away, and multitudes of restaurants and bars scattered nearby. This 4-star hotel has 141 hotel rooms, 5 conference rooms and banquets, heated rooms featuring classic designs and rustic furniture. A buffet breakfast is served every morning. The hotel provides airport shuttles and secure, convenient parking just a two- to five-minute walk from the hotel, or in the hotel’s courtyard itself.
Rixwell Hotel Konventa Seta
Address: Kalēju iela 9/11, Riga City Center, Riga, Latvia, LV-1050
570 meters (0.4 ft) from Riga Central Market
7. Hilton Garden Inn Riga Old Town (from USD 113)
Hilton Garden Inn Riga Old Town and is nestled in the heart of Riga’s Old Town. It is only 800m (2624 ft) from popular attractions like Riga Castle and House of the Blackheads. Just a 10-minute stroll out the door is the Latvian National Opera and Bastejkalna Park with the Lamina Clock. Hilton Garden Inn offers rooms equipped with air-conditioning, a full set of essential facilities, even wardrobes, and private bathrooms. There is an abundance of amenities for personal and business use at this inn itself, from fitness centers, bars, and restaurants as well as meeting rooms. One plus point of this hotel is that the family rooms are also available, and amenities are accessible to the physically challenged.
Hilton Garden Inn Riga Old Town
Address: Grecinieku 25, Riga
572 meters (0.4 ft) from Riga Central Market
8. Royal Casino SPA & Hotel Resort (from USD 233)
Reasonable pricing, value for money, free parking
Spacious rooms, casino, gym, spa, marble bathroom, deep soaking tub, attentive staff
Walkable distance to attractions, interesting architectural pieces, ample parking space
Delicious breakfast, room service, high-quality food, free jacuzzi, room service breakfast
Royal Casino SPA & Hotel Resort is a new hotel located in Riga’s city center. There are a beauty parlor, a fitness center, the Lobby Bar, Bar 69, Restaurant No73, Royal Casino, and nightclubs like Studio 69, Karaoke, and Tutti Frutti. You will never run out of options when staying at this luxurious hotel. It is a highly accessible location at an 8-minute drive or a 20-minute walk to Riga’s Old Town and the train station.
Royal Casino SPA & Hotel Resort
Address: Tērbatas iela 73
2.04 km (1.3 mi) from Riga Central Market
9. Hestia Hotel Draugi (from USD 82)
Reasonable pricing, value for money, discounts for guests at the restaurant
Clean, spacious rooms; provided toiletries, slippers, and teapot; iron available on request; comfortable beds
Conveniently located in the center, walking distance to major attractions, close to bars and restaurants, near public transportation
Delicious and varied breakfast buffet, local food options, great coffee, discounts at the hotel's restaurant
Located in the heart of Riga in Old Town and surrounded by the delightful views of towering church spires and narrow cobbled streets is the four-star Hestia Hotel Draugi. Consisting of a total of 71 rooms, this classically styled hotel offers spacious rooms equipped with free Wi-Fi, a tea/coffee maker in all rooms, a modern bathroom with hairdryers, and private parking for those with vehicles. Hestia Hotel Draugi is situated near tourist attractions like the Riga Cathedral and the UNESCO World Heritage Central Market on the shores of Daugava. It is easily accessible, with a bus station only 300m (984 ft) away and the passenger port 1.2 km (0.75 mi) away. Try out spectacular Latvian delights at NIKLĀVS restaurant, or opt for a chill night in their elegant lounge room or café-bar, which serves a variety of cocktails.
Hestia Hotel Draugi
Address: Mārstaļu iela 3
425 meters (0.3 ft) from Riga Central Market
10. Dome Hotel (from USD 135)
Reasonable pricing for a boutique hotel in the heart of Old Riga.
Charming historic property with a small spa and a unique rooftop cafe/restaurant.
Ideal location for exploring Old Riga, with quiet surroundings and easy access to attractions.
Delicious and high-quality breakfast with a mix of buffet and made-to-order options.
Tucked away in a charming, quiet street in the heart of Riga’s Old Town, The Dome Hotel is a chic and cozy five-star boutique hotel. Providing a peaceful ambiance combined with hi-tech technologies and refurbished 17th-century architecture, this hotel brings a blend of tradition with modernity. Hotel rooms feature custom-made furniture and wood-paneled walls with modern bathrooms, all equipped with air-conditioning, free Wi-Fi, and a Lavazza coffee machine. Just a two-minute walk from the hotel are popular tourist attractions like Riga’s Dome Cathedral and the Riga Castle, and a slightly further ten minutes to the House of Blackheads. Also, enjoy a Turkish bath in the elegant Dome’s Private SPA. You can enjoy platters of exquisite fish and seafood at the hotel’s Dome Fish Restaurant.
Dome Hotel
Address: Miesnieku Iela 4
968 meters (0.7 ft) from Riga Central Market
Lots to do in Riga
Be spoilt for choices when visiting Riga. By staying near the attractions you can make the most of your visit. Enjoy visiting historical and architectural attractions, bask in the seaside tranquillity, mingle with the locals, or enjoy a night of fun at local restaurants and bars.
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