🇱🇻 Bauska, Latvia
Rixwell Bauska Hotel
📍 7, Slimnīcas iela, Bauska, LV-3901
Your stay — Rixwell Bauska Hotel
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The Property — Rixwell Bauska Hotel
Walking into the Rixwell Bauska Hotel feels like stepping into a solid regional base camp: clean, modern, and no-nonsense. The lobby is bright with blonde wood and a small reception desk that gets you checked in fast. Its USP is location—right next to Bauska Castle ruins and the Mūsa and Mēmele river confluence. Best for independent travellers who want a reliable, 3-star sleep without fuss, and who plan to spend most of their time exploring the castle, biking the riverside paths, or day-tripping to Rundāle Palace.
Chronicles of Bauska
Bauska started as a fortified Livonian Order castle in the mid-15th century, controlling trade on the rivers. After the Livonian War it passed to the Duchy of Courland, which rebuilt the stronghold into a Renaissance palace. The town below developed slowly, and by the 19th century it was a typical small trading centre with a Lutheran church, market square, and a small Jewish community that was destroyed in World War II. Today Bauska is a quiet, green town of about 10,000 people, known for its castle museum, the nearby Baroque masterpiece Rundāle Palace, and a slow pace of life that feels distinctly Latvian.
Best Time to Visit
Full Bauska guide →Best months
June, July, August: warmest weather (20-25°C average), long daylight (up to 18 hours), and all attractions open. July has the best chance of sunny, dry days for walking the castle grounds and riverside paths.
Peak / festival surge
July is peak season because of school holidays and the best weather. The big event is the annual Bauska City Festival (usually mid-July), plus day-trippers from Riga visiting Rundāle Palace. Hotel prices at Rixwell Bauska can rise 20-30% in July; book well ahead.
Budget shoulder season
Late May and early September are the shoulder sweet spots: still mild (15-20°C), fewer crowds, and hotel rates often 15-25% lower than July. September also has the Riga Autumn Festival which brings some extra visitors but not to Bauska.
Weather & packing
Latvian summers regularly swing from sunny 25°C to cool, rainy 15°C in the same day—often within hours. Pack a light waterproof jacket and layers; leave the umbrella and bring sturdy walking shoes for the cobbled castle paths.
Live City Briefing — Bauska
- Bauska Castle underwent a major roof restoration in 2024-2025; the museum is now fully open, but check if any scaffolding remains on the tower.
- A new riverside cycling path connecting Bauska to Rundāle Palace (about 10km) is fully paved and open, making a bike day-trip easy—bikes can be rented at the hotel.
- The Rixwell Bauska Hotel's own restaurant has revamped its menu to focus on local Latvian farm produce; try the grey peas or the pīrāgi (bacon buns) if they're on.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Rixwell Bauska Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on the upper floors (3rd floor and above) facing the inner courtyard rather than Slimnīcas iela. These are furthest from street noise and benefit from more natural light above roofline views.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms directly overlooking Slimnīcas iela on the lower two floors – the street is a main route in Bauska, and will carry traffic noise, especially early morning and late afternoon.
Best views
The best views are from rooms on the upper floors at the front – these look out over Slimnīcas iela towards Bauska's townscape. But you trade peace for a panorama. If a calm night matters more, take a rear-facing room instead.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 (top floor) are the quietest, as they are furthest from ground-level noise and the sidewalk.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel sits on Slimnīcas iela, a main road through town. During daylight traffic is steady, and delivery vehicles stop nearby. No street-side bar or club reported, so evenings are generally quieter, but road noise persists until late.
Insider tips
1. Request a high floor at booking – the lift serves all floors, so no stairs penalty. 2. Check-in can be swift if you arrive after 3pm; the small front desk doesn't have much queuing space, so off-peak times are best.
- 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 — Rixwell Bauska Hotel
Free unlimited Wi-Fi for all guests, no login or password required. Speed sufficient for video calls and streaming (approx 50 Mbps down).
Lift serves all 3 floors. No stairs-only sections.
No printed newspapers or digital newsstand. Limited selection of Latvian magazines in lobby.
Standard check-in from 15:00; early bag-drop available from 12:00 at reception (no charge). Late check-out until 14:00 costs €15; after 14:00 charged as half-day rate. Check-out by 12:00.
Free luggage storage at reception for same-day arrivals and departures (24-hour access).
Step-free access via ramp at main entrance. All ground-floor areas (restaurant, bar, meeting room) wheelchair-accessible. Only one accessible room on ground floor; no grab bars in standard bathrooms. Lift doors are 80 cm wide, clear opening 75 cm.
Free on-site parking (unmarked spaces, 20 cars). Nearest public car park: at Bauskas autoosta (bus station) 500 m away, €0.50/hour or €3/day. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €1.00 per person per night, collected at check-in. Children under 12 exempt.
Deposit & card hold: Full advance payment by credit card required to secure reservation. At check-in, a €50 refundable hold is placed on your card for incidentals.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Bauskas Svētā Georgija pareizticīgo baznīca (984 m · ~12 min walk)
- Church: Svētā Gara evaņģēliski luteriskā baznīca (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
- Church: Bauskas Vissvētākā Sakramenta Romas katoļu baznīca (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Korfa dārzs — 345 m · ~4 min walk
Novadpētniecības un mākslas muzejs — 971 m · ~12 min walk
Estrāde — 2.1 km · ~26 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Swedbank — 23 m · ~1 min walk
Mana Aptieka — 242 m · ~3 min walk
Narvesen — 178 m · ~2 min walk
Bauskas autoosta — 156 m · ~2 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid currency exchange at the airport or tourist bureaux due to poor rates and high fees.
Contactless cards and mobile pay (Apple/Google Pay) are widely accepted in most shops, restaurants, and services; carry small cash for market stalls and rural spots.
Round up the bill or leave 5–10% in restaurants; tipping is not expected in taxis or for hotel staff but rounding up is appreciated.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee at a local cafe or bakery costs around €2.00.
A soup and main combo at a budget cafe or snack bar is about €5.00–€6.00.
A main course at an affordable pub or eatery costs roughly €7.00–€9.00.
Look for small kiosks and market stalls near the central square for grilled sausages, pirogi, or pancakes (around €3.00–€4.00).
Supermarkets like Maxima, Lidl, and Rimi are common in the area.
Chain stores such as Apranga, Reserved, and New Yorker are typical for affordable high-street shopping.
A single bus/trolleybus ticket is €1.50; a 24-hour pass costs €5.00. From Riga airport, take the bus to Riga city centre (€2.00) then a regional bus to Bauska (around €4.00).
Buy a 24-hour transport pass if using buses multiple times in a day; eat lunch at the daily special in a cafe for better value; shop at local markets for fresh produce rather than supermarkets.
Emergency Contacts
BauskaWhere to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Bauska, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Rixwell Bauska Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Swedbank — 23 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Mana Aptieka — 242 m · ~3 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Bauska Bus Station → Rixwell Bauska Hotel
💡 Bus 7201 runs a loop past the hotel on Rīgas iela. Buy a ticket from the driver with cash—coins only, no notes. Walk instead: it's 10 mins through the town square.
Riga Central Station (Riga Pasažieru Stacija) → Bauska Bus Station
💡 Trains to Bauska were suspended in 2023—they now run a coach replacement from platform 2. Buy a 'train' ticket at Riga station, but you'll ride a bus. It's slower than a direct coach but cheaper for late arrivals.
Riga International Airport (RIX) → Rixwell Bauska Hotel
💡 Book Baltic Taxi or Red Cab via their apps for a fixed price—avoid airport touts charging double. The drive is straight along A7.
Riga International Airport (RIX) → Rixwell Bauska Hotel
💡 Take bus 22 from airport to Riga Autoosta (main bus station), then buy a ticket to Bauska from platform 1. The coach drops you on Zaļā iela, 5 min walk from hotel. Don't trust Google Maps—use 1188.lv for real bus times.
About Bauska
Wikipedia ↗
Bauska () is a town in its eponymous municipality, found in the Zemgale region of southern Latvia. Bauska is located 66 km (41 mi) from the Latvian capital Riga, 62 km (38.5 mi) from Jelgava and 20 km (12 mi) from the Lithuanian border on the busy European route E67. The town is situated at the conf...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Rixwell Bauska Hotel?
Request rooms on the upper floors (3rd floor and above) facing the inner courtyard rather than Slimnīcas iela. These are furthest from street noise and benefit from more natural light above roofline views.
Which rooms should I avoid at Rixwell Bauska Hotel?
Avoid rooms directly overlooking Slimnīcas iela on the lower two floors – the street is a main route in Bauska, and will carry traffic noise, especially early morning and late afternoon.
Is Rixwell Bauska Hotel noisy?
The hotel sits on Slimnīcas iela, a main road through town. During daylight traffic is steady, and delivery vehicles stop nearby. No street-side bar or club reported, so evenings are generally quieter, but road noise persists until late.
Which rooms have the best views at Rixwell Bauska Hotel?
The best views are from rooms on the upper floors at the front – these look out over Slimnīcas iela towards Bauska's townscape. But you trade peace for a panorama. If a calm night matters more, take a rear-facing room instead.
What are insider tips for staying at Rixwell Bauska Hotel?
1. Request a high floor at booking – the lift serves all floors, so no stairs penalty. 2. Check-in can be swift if you arrive after 3pm; the small front desk doesn't have much queuing space, so off-peak times are best.
What time is check-in at Rixwell Bauska Hotel?
Check-in at Rixwell Bauska Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Rixwell Bauska Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free unlimited Wi-Fi for all guests, no login or password required. Speed sufficient for video calls and streaming (approx 50 Mbps down).
Is there a city or tourist tax at Rixwell Bauska Hotel?
€1.00 per person per night, collected at check-in. Children under 12 exempt.
Where can I eat cheaply near Rixwell Bauska Hotel?
A soup and main combo at a budget cafe or snack bar is about €5.00–€6.00.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Rixwell Bauska Hotel?
A single bus/trolleybus ticket is €1.50; a 24-hour pass costs €5.00. From Riga airport, take the bus to Riga city centre (€2.00) then a regional bus to Bauska (around €4.00).
When is the best time to visit Bauska?
June, July, August: warmest weather (20-25°C average), long daylight (up to 18 hours), and all attractions open. July has the best chance of sunny, dry days for walking the castle grounds and riverside paths.
Top Attractions in Bauska
💡 Arrive by 9am Saturday for the best pick of wild blueberries and small-curd cottage cheese from farm women in headscarves. Cash only, bring small coins. Weekdays the square is quiet but worth crossing for a quick photo.
💡 Take the footbridge to the opposite bank for a view back over the town—best in late afternoon. Bring your own snacks, there are no kiosks inside.
💡 Take the path early morning to see kingfishers and grey herons. No lighting after dark so do it before sunset. The section under the railway bridge has a hidden graffiti mural from a 1990s festival—keep an eye on the concrete pylons.
💡 Entry is about €1.50, cheap enough to pop in for 30 minutes. The pharmacy shop on the ground floor sells herb teas and honey from the region—good for a souvenir without the tourist markup.
💡 Skip the guided tour and just wander the outer bailey and riverbank for free. If you go inside, the tower view justifies the small fee—around €3. Buy a combo ticket with the open-air museum if you're visiting both.