🇱🇻 Rīga, Latvia
Radisson Old Town Riga
📍 10, Zigfrīda Annas Meierovica bulvāris, Rīga, LV-1050
Dein Aufenthalt — Radisson Old Town Riga
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Das Eigentum — Radisson Old Town Riga
The Radisson Old Town Riga is a business-style 3-star hotel grafted onto a medieval street corner: clean lines, grey-and-cream lobby with a potted plant, a bar that does decent coffee in the morning. It’s not characterful – you’re here for the location two minutes from St Peter’s Church, not the room art. Suits couples and solo travellers who want a safe, quiet base within the cobbled core without paying for boutique flourishes.
Chroniken von Rīga
Riga was founded in 1201 by Bishop Albert as a trading outpost on the Daugava, soon a Hanseatic powerhouse. Its Old Town is a UNESCO mix of Gothic spires, Art Nouveau facades (Riga has one of the world’s densest collections, especially along Alberta iela) and Soviet-era concrete blocks just outside the walls. After independence in 1991, the city reinvented itself as a Baltic cultural hub: contemporary art in former factories, a burgeoning food scene, and a nightlife that spills into the courtyards. The river remains its spine, still carrying cargo past the 14th-century warehouses.
Beste Zeit zu besuchen
Vollständiger Rīga-Guide →Die besten Monate
June to August: warmest (20-25°C), long daylight until 10pm, parks full and outdoor cafes humming. September still pleasant but crowds thin.
Peak / Festival Surge
July is peak – midsummer festivals (Līgo/Jāņi late June spills into early July), open-air concerts in Vērmanes Garden. Hotel prices jump 30-50% above shoulder; book early.
Budget Schulter Saison
May and late September: mild 12-18°C, cheaper rooms (often 20% below July), fewer cruise-ship crowds. The Baltic Sea breeze keeps it fresh, not cold.
Wetter & Verpackung
Riga’s climate is humid continental: July can flip from 28°C sunshine to a sudden thunderstorm. Always pack a light waterproof jacket and closed-toe shoes – cobbles get slick.
Live City Briefing veröffentlicht — Rīga
- Riga’s central train station (Rīgas Centrālā stacija) is undergoing a €240m modernisation – expect detours and noise in the station square until 2028, but trains run as normal.
- The new pedestrian zone on Kaļķu iela between the Freedom Monument and Old Town is fully open, making the main shopping street car-free – a boon for walkers.
- Several of Riga’s Art Nouveau buildings (especially on Alberta iela) are reopening for guided tours after winter closures – book via the Riga Art Nouveau Centre for 2026 summer slots.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Radisson Old Town Riga, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3 or 4 facing the inner courtyard (away from Meierovica bulvāris). These floors are high enough to escape street-level noise but still within a reasonable walk-up range if the lift breaks down, and the courtyard side is quieter.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 2 directly above the bar or restaurant, and any room facing Meierovica bulvāris, a busy boulevard with tram lines, which generates considerable traffic noise, especially during rush hours.
Best views
Corner rooms or those with east-southeast orientation may offer glimpses of the Old Town rooftops and the Freedom Monument in the distance, though most rooms facing the street have solid views of the boulevard and park opposite.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 through 5, as these are above the public areas and ground-level street noise, but not so high that you'd rely solely on the lift (which can be slow in older hotels).
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel sits on a major arterial boulevard (Meierovica bulvāris) with frequent trams and heavy traffic, especially during daytime. The bar on the ground floor can produce muffled music until late, and the lift is audible in adjacent rooms.
Insider tips
Check-in early as the hotel has limited parking (paid, off-site nearby). Ask at reception for a room key card that works in the lift without a long wait, as the lift can be slow during peak hours.
- 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 Einrichtungen — Radisson Old Town Riga
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 10 Mbps) for all guests; premium tier (up to 50 Mbps) available for €5 per 24h
Two lifts serving all four floors; no stairs-only sections
Free PressReader app access via hotel Wi-Fi; no physical newspapers
Check-in from 15:00; early bag drop available from 12:00 (free, no room). Late check-out until 14:00 costs half the nightly rate, after 14:00 full night. Weekend late check-out (Sat/Sun) sometimes comped upon request.
Free for same-day luggage; longer than 24h storage €3 per bag per day
Step-free entrance at main doors; one wheelchair-accessible room on ground floor; lifts serve all floors. No grab rails in standard bathrooms.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park 'Autostāvvieta Brīvības laukums' at 100 metres – €12 per night (no reservation). No EV charging within 200 metres.
Gebühren, Steuern & Einlagen
City / tourist tax: €1.50 per person per night (mandatory)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required for non-refundable rates; otherwise a pre-authorisation of €50 per night for incidentals at check-in
Faith & Diät in der Nähe
- Church: Svētā Jāņa baznīca (221 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Svētā Pētera baznīca (302 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Reformātu baznīca (382 m · ~5 min walk)
- Synagogue: Peitav-šul Sinagoga (436 m · ~5 min walk)
Lokaler Lebensstil & Erholung
Galerija Centrs — 133 m · ~2 min walk
Kanālmalas apstādījumi — 365 m · ~5 min walk
Farmācijas muzejs — 66 m · ~1 min walk
Vāgnera zāle — 118 m · ~1 min walk
Labirints — 540 m · ~7 min walk
5 Minuten Radius Essentials
Nearest — 173 m · ~2 min walk
Benu — 92 m · ~1 min walk
Chicco e bacco — 85 m · ~1 min walk
Radio iela — 383 m · ~5 min walk
Geld & Währung
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Change money at legitimate exchange offices in the city centre, not at the airport or tourist bureaux — rates there are noticeably worse.
Card (Visa/MC) and contactless are widely accepted everywhere; many small shops and markets prefer card over cash.
Round up the bill or leave 5-10% in restaurants if service not included; taxis and hotel staff do not expect tips.
Essen, Einkaufen und Reisen auf einem Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee at a local cafe or bakery, around €2.
A daily soup-and-main set at a casual eatery, about €7-9.
A main course at a standard pub or ethnic restaurant, around €10-12.
The Central Market area and its nearby streets have cheap, filling options like piragi (filled pastries) and kebab wraps.
Rimi and Maxima are the main budget supermarket chains in the area.
The Central Market's clothing section and second-hand shops (e.g. Humana) offer affordable finds.
A 24-hour public transport ticket costs €5 (buy at a Narvesen kiosk or via the app); the bus from the airport (line 22) costs €2 if you validate a single ticket.
Avoid eating/drinking in the Old Town, prices are significantly higher; use the Central Market for cheap groceries and fast food; buy tram/bus tickets before boarding to avoid the penalty fare.
Emergency Contacts
RīgaWhere to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Rīga, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Radisson Old Town Riga
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 173 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Benu — 92 m · ~1 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Umher zu kommen
Centrāltirgus (Central Market) tram stop → Riga Student Hostel (Augusta Deglava iela)
💡 Best local transit option from the hostel into Old Rīga. Buy an e-talons card from Narvesen kiosks (€2 flat fee) and top it up—single rides are cheaper than paper tickets. Tram 7 runs directly past the hostel.
Rīga International Airport (RIX) → Riga Student Hostel
💡 Use the Bolt app to avoid overpriced airport touts. A trip should cost €10–15; anything over €20 is a rip-off. Forus Taxi is the official airport partner and reliable.
Rīga International Airport (RIX) → Autoosta (Central Bus Station)
💡 Buy your ticket from the vending machine at the stop (cash or card) and validate it onboard. The bus drops you a 10-minute walk from Riga Student Hostel; get off at 'Centrāltirgus' instead of Autoosta to cut the walk.
Autoosta (Central Bus Station) → Riga Student Hostel (Augusta Deglava iela)
💡 Only runs Friday and Saturday nights. Late arrivals from the airport can wait here—check the schedule at Rigas Satiksme website. The stop 'Audēju iela' is closer to the hostel than the main bus station.
Über Rīga
Wikipedia ↗
Riga ( REE-gə), officially Riga State City (Latvian: Rīgas valstspilsēta), is the capital, primate, and largest city of Latvia and the second largest in the Baltics. Home to 588,911 inhabitants (as of 2026), the city accounts for a third of Latvia's total population. The population of Riga metropol...
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What are the best rooms at Radisson Old Town Riga?
Request a room on floors 3 or 4 facing the inner courtyard (away from Meierovica bulvāris). These floors are high enough to escape street-level noise but still within a reasonable walk-up range if the lift breaks down, and the courtyard side is quieter.
Which rooms should I avoid at Radisson Old Town Riga?
Avoid rooms on floor 2 directly above the bar or restaurant, and any room facing Meierovica bulvāris, a busy boulevard with tram lines, which generates considerable traffic noise, especially during rush hours.
Is Radisson Old Town Riga noisy?
The hotel sits on a major arterial boulevard (Meierovica bulvāris) with frequent trams and heavy traffic, especially during daytime. The bar on the ground floor can produce muffled music until late, and the lift is audible in adjacent rooms.
Which rooms have the best views at Radisson Old Town Riga?
Corner rooms or those with east-southeast orientation may offer glimpses of the Old Town rooftops and the Freedom Monument in the distance, though most rooms facing the street have solid views of the boulevard and park opposite.
What are insider tips for staying at Radisson Old Town Riga?
Check-in early as the hotel has limited parking (paid, off-site nearby). Ask at reception for a room key card that works in the lift without a long wait, as the lift can be slow during peak hours.
What time is check-in at Radisson Old Town Riga?
Check-in at Radisson Old Town Riga is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Radisson Old Town Riga have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 10 Mbps) for all guests; premium tier (up to 50 Mbps) available for €5 per 24h
Is there a city or tourist tax at Radisson Old Town Riga?
€1.50 per person per night (mandatory)
Where can I eat cheaply near Radisson Old Town Riga?
A daily soup-and-main set at a casual eatery, about €7-9.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Radisson Old Town Riga?
A 24-hour public transport ticket costs €5 (buy at a Narvesen kiosk or via the app); the bus from the airport (line 22) costs €2 if you validate a single ticket.
When is the best time to visit Rīga?
June to August: warmest (20-25°C), long daylight until 10pm, parks full and outdoor cafes humming. September still pleasant but crowds thin.
Top-Attraktionen in Rīga
💡 Bring bread for the ducks but skip the overpriced pedal boats—free walking along the east bank is prettier and quieter. Go on a sunny weekday to avoid crowds.
💡 Pop into the Art Nouveau Museum (small fee) for the interior experience, but the street-level tour is free. Look up for the winged griffins and sphinxes that different architects added as signatures.
💡 Arrive early (7–9am) for the best selection of fresh berries and farm cheese. The fish pavilion serves cheap sprats and pickled herring. Avoid the tourist-trap souvenirs near the main entrance.
💡 The €9 ticket is worth it for the view, but avoid midday summer queues—go just before sunset for golden light and fewer tourists. The audio guide is free through the church's app.
💡 Entry is free on the first Sunday of each month. Even if you pay (€7), the permanent collection is excellent value. The cafe in the basement has decent coffee and a quiet courtyard. Check the temporary exhibitions—often cheaper than the main ticket.