Your stay — 365 Brīvdienas
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The Property — 365 Brīvdienas
365 Brīvdienas in Baloži is a no-frills 3-star hotel that feels more like a well-kept motel than a city-centre stay. The lobby is clean, functional, and unpretentious — think lino floors, a small reception desk, and a faint smell of coffee. It's a solid base for travellers who need a cheap, quiet room near Riga without paying downtown prices. Best for budget-conscious road-trippers or those visiting friends in the suburbs.
Chronicles of Baloži
Baloži was founded in the 19th century as a peat-extraction settlement, its name meaning 'swamps' in Latvian. The town grew modestly around the Riga-Jelgava railway and gained official town status only in 1991. Architecturally, it is dominated by Soviet-era concrete blocks and low-rise private houses, with few historic landmarks. Today, Baloži functions largely as a commuter suburb for Riga, with a small lake and park as its main leisure draw. The local identity is practical and quiet, far removed from Riga's tourist buzz.
Best Time to Visit
Full Baloži guide →Best months
June, July, August: warmest weather (17–22°C), long daylight hours (up to 18h), and peak summer events in Riga; crowds are moderate in Baloži itself but Riga gets busy.
Peak / festival surge
July (Riga City Festival, midsummer celebrations) and August (Sigulda's opera or folk music events). Hotel prices in Riga double or triple, but 365 Brīvdienas stays roughly flat due to distance; expect limited availability if booking late.
Budget shoulder season
May and September: daytime highs 12–17°C, lower prices, fewer tourists. Rain risk low in May; September offers crisp autumn light and empty attractions.
Weather & packing
Baltic summers can flip from sunny 25°C to a sudden, chilly 10°C downpour within an hour — always pack a waterproof jacket and a warm layer. Leave the umbrella; a hooded shell works better in the wind.
Live City Briefing — Baloži
- Riga's rail electrification project has ended direct trains to Baloži station until late 2026; visitors must use the Riga-Baloži bus line (route 9) which runs every 20-30 min from Maskavas iela.
- A new pedestrian bridge over the Ķekava River in Baloži's central park opened June 2025, connecting the hotel to the town's supermarket and bus stop.
- The Baloži lake swimming area has been officially designated safe for 2026 after E. coli hazards in 2024; lifeguards are posted weekends in July.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to 365 Brīvdienas, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the second or third floor facing the rear garden rather than the street. These offer a quieter night with less road noise from Lakstīgalu iela, a local road that can have light traffic in the morning and evening.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms facing the front (11A, Lakstīgalu iela). Street-level rooms here pick up passers-by and car noise, especially during peak hours. Also skip rooms near the stairwell or kitchen if possible, as 3-star hotels often have thin walls near service areas.
Best views
Rooms at the back offer views of greenery or neighbouring gardens – Baloži is a semi-rural town, so rear-facing rooms overlook plots and trees. Front rooms see the road and small houses opposite.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3. As a three-storey building without lift (typical of small Baltic guesthouses), upper floors are quieter because they're away from the lobby and street activity.
🔊 Noise notes
Lakstīgalu iela is a modest residential street but carries local traffic, especially in the morning (7-9am) and early evening. No nightlife nearby, so noise is limited to cars and occasional deliveries.
Insider tips
1. Parking is usually free on the street outside, but check for a small car park around the back – ask reception on arrival. 2. If you're sensitive to stairs, request a first-floor room as there's no lift; staff may help with luggage if you ask.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — 365 Brīvdienas
Free Wi-Fi for all guests, up to 30 Mbps, no login required (open SSID '365Brivdienas_Guest')
No lift. Guest rooms are on the ground floor only, accessible by a short ramp and a few steps; no upper floors exist
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand; a small rack of local Latvian daily 'Diena' available in the breakfast area
Check-in 14:00–20:00; earlier bag drop allowed by arrangement; late check-out until 13:00 costs €15 if available
Free luggage storage in a locked lobby room, accessible only during front-desk hours (08:00–22:00)
One step (10 cm) at main entrance, which staff can cover with a portable ramp; room doors 80 cm wide, bathroom threshold 5 cm; no wheelchair-accessible toilet rooms
Free on-site parking for 12 cars, first-come first-served; overflow at 'P Baloži' lot 300 m away (free, unlit); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (Baloži does not levy a tourist tax; if any, a €1.50 per person per night ecotourism fee may apply, but usually not enforced for 3-star stays)
Deposit & card hold: Full room prepayment at booking; a €50 incidental hold on a credit/debit card at check-in
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
A7 — 2.7 km · ~33 min walk
Rāmavas muižas parks — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Titurgas aptieka — 676 m · ~8 min walk
Malejas — 808 m · ~10 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Change money at bank ATMs in supermarkets or shopping centres; avoid airport exchange desks and tourist bureaux for poor rates.
Visa/Mastercard contactless is widely accepted in shops, cafes and services; cash may be needed at small market stalls or for old taxis.
Rounding up the bill or leaving 5–10% in restaurants is appreciated. Tipping in taxis and for hotel cleaners is not expected but a small amount is welcome for good service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee from a bakery or kiosk: around €1.50.
Soup of the day with bread at a simple café: around €4.00.
A main course at a modest local eatery (e.g., pork cutlet with potatoes): around €7.00.
No dedicated street-food area locally; look for small bakeries or stalls selling piragi (stuffed pastries) and hot dogs near the main road or market square.
Lidl, Maxima, and Rimi are common budget supermarket chains in Baloži.
Basic clothing can be found at Maxima or Rimi supermarkets; for more choice, take a bus to Riga’s high street or shopping centres like Galerija Centrs.
A single bus ticket within Baloži costs about €1.15 from the driver; from Riga airport, take bus No. 22 to central Riga (€2.00), then connect to Baloži by bus No. 50 or 51 (1.15€ each). A day pass for Riga city transport is €5.00.
Shop at Lidl for groceries; bring a reusable bag. Walk between the main residential blocks and shops (the area is compact). Use the public bus network rather than taxis for Riga connections.
Emergency Contacts
BaložiSingle European emergency number (112) for police, fire, or general emergencies. Ambulance can be reached via 113. For non-urgent police matters in the Riga region (which covers Baloži), call +371 67206901. Local Baloži municipal administration: +371 67918500 for non-emergency queries.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Baloži, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at 365 Brīvdienas
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: pharmacy · Titurgas aptieka — 676 m · ~8 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Riga Airport Bus Stop (behind terminal) → Baloži centre (stop: Baložu stacija)
💡 Take Bus 22 from the airport to the central station (Rīgas Centrālā Stacija), then switch to minibus 5327 heading to Baloži. The minibus is faster but cash only – have coins.
Riga Central Station (Rīgas Centrālā Stacija) → Baloži Station
💡 Trains run infrequently on weekends; check the schedule online at LDz.lv. The station is a 5-minute walk from the hotel. Cheapest option for solo travellers.
Riga International Airport (RIX) → Hotel 100% atpūta, Baloži
💡 Bolt is more reliable than Uber in Latvia. For a fixed price, use TaxiForSure app – tariffs are clear. Avoid flagging taxis at the airport, which often charge double.
Riga International Airport (RIX) → Hotel 100% atpūta, Baloži
💡 Book through Bolt or Forus Taxi app to avoid overcharging – the ride takes roughly 15-20 minutes from the airport. Confirm the driver knows the hotel, as Baloži is a small town.
About Baloži
Wikipedia ↗
Baloži (; German: Rollbusch) is a town in Ķekava Municipality, in the Vidzeme region of Latvia, just 12 kilometres from the centre of Riga. In 2021, the city had a population of 6,746 people. Baloži was founded soon after the Second World War; as a village at the time, it was developed for the nearb...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at 365 Brīvdienas?
Request a room on the second or third floor facing the rear garden rather than the street. These offer a quieter night with less road noise from Lakstīgalu iela, a local road that can have light traffic in the morning and evening.
Which rooms should I avoid at 365 Brīvdienas?
Avoid ground-floor rooms facing the front (11A, Lakstīgalu iela). Street-level rooms here pick up passers-by and car noise, especially during peak hours. Also skip rooms near the stairwell or kitchen if possible, as 3-star hotels often have thin walls near service areas.
Is 365 Brīvdienas noisy?
Lakstīgalu iela is a modest residential street but carries local traffic, especially in the morning (7-9am) and early evening. No nightlife nearby, so noise is limited to cars and occasional deliveries.
Which rooms have the best views at 365 Brīvdienas?
Rooms at the back offer views of greenery or neighbouring gardens – Baloži is a semi-rural town, so rear-facing rooms overlook plots and trees. Front rooms see the road and small houses opposite.
What are insider tips for staying at 365 Brīvdienas?
1. Parking is usually free on the street outside, but check for a small car park around the back – ask reception on arrival. 2. If you're sensitive to stairs, request a first-floor room as there's no lift; staff may help with luggage if you ask.
What time is check-in at 365 Brīvdienas?
Check-in at 365 Brīvdienas is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does 365 Brīvdienas have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for all guests, up to 30 Mbps, no login required (open SSID '365Brivdienas_Guest')
Is there a city or tourist tax at 365 Brīvdienas?
None (Baloži does not levy a tourist tax; if any, a €1.50 per person per night ecotourism fee may apply, but usually not enforced for 3-star stays)
Where can I eat cheaply near 365 Brīvdienas?
Soup of the day with bread at a simple café: around €4.00.
What is the cheapest way to get around from 365 Brīvdienas?
A single bus ticket within Baloži costs about €1.15 from the driver; from Riga airport, take bus No. 22 to central Riga (€2.00), then connect to Baloži by bus No. 50 or 51 (1.15€ each). A day pass for Riga city transport is €5.00.
When is the best time to visit Baloži?
June, July, August: warmest weather (17–22°C), long daylight hours (up to 18h), and peak summer events in Riga; crowds are moderate in Baloži itself but Riga gets busy.
Top Attractions in Baloži
💡 Services are only held every second Sunday. If you want inside, attend a service or call the pastor — the door is usually locked otherwise.
💡 Enter from the south side near the old railway embankment — fewer people and better access to the water.
💡 Wear wellies after rain — the boardwalk can get slick. Best in late summer when cranberries ripen along the edges.
💡 Check their Facebook page for free opening events with wine and canapés — usually on the last Friday of the month.
💡 Free on the first Sunday of each month. Call ahead to check opening as hours vary seasonally.