🇱🇻 Rīga, Latvia
Spāre
📍 3, Spāres iela, Rīga, LV-1002
Your stay — Spāre
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Spāre, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on a higher floor (3-4) to avoid street noise from Spāres iela, which can be busy with traffic and pedestrians. If possible, ask for a room at the back of the hotel to minimize noise from the street.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor (1-2) as they may be noisier due to the proximity to the street and potential noise from the service entrance.
Best views
Unfortunately, the hotel's address on Spāres iela does not offer any notable views of the surrounding area.
Quietest floors
Floors 3-4 are likely to be the quietest, given the hotel's layout and the fact that higher floors tend to be less prone to street noise.
🔊 Noise notes
Be prepared for some street noise, especially during rush hour, as Spāres iela can be busy with traffic and pedestrians.
Insider tips
1. If you're driving, be aware that parking options may be limited in the surrounding area, so it's a good idea to explore alternative parking options in advance. 2. Consider requesting a room with a kettle, as this amenity may not be provided in all rooms.
- 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 — Spāre
free, 100 Mbps speed, no login constraints
serves all floors, but some rooms in the historic wing are accessed via stairs
no digital newsstand, but the hotel's library has a selection of local papers
16:00 - 22:00, early bag-drop not available, late check-out until 12:00 for €20
available for €5 per bag per night
step-free access, wheelchair entries, but the historic wing has narrow corridors
on-site parking for €15 per night, nearest public car park is at Rīga City Council building at €10 per day, no EV charging available
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €1.50 per person per night
Deposit & card hold: €100 advance deposit + €100 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Kristus uzvara (1.5 km · ~19 min walk)
- Church: Jaunā paaudze (1.8 km · ~22 min walk)
- Church: Svētā Alberta baznīca (2.0 km · ~25 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Spice Life — 610 m · ~8 min walk
Zasulauka parks — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Eduarda Smiļģa Teātra muzejs — 2.5 km · ~31 min walk
Dirty Deal Teatro — 2.4 km · ~30 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
SEB — 624 m · ~8 min walk
Sirds aptieka — 378 m · ~5 min walk
Bāze — 281 m · ~4 min walk
Zasulauks — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Latvian Lats, LVL
You can change money at banks or currency exchange offices near the Old Town, but rates may be unfavourable compared to city centre. Be cautious of poor rates at Riga International Airport.
Contactless and mobile payments are widely accepted in Rīga, especially in larger shops and restaurants. Be prepared for some smaller businesses to only accept cash.
Tipping in Rīga is not mandatory, but rounding up the bill or leaving 5-10% in restaurants and bars is considered polite. Taxi drivers and hotel staff do not expect tips, but a friendly 'sarkanais' (thank you) is appreciated.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A typical coffee can be found at a pastry shop for around 0.50-1.00 LVL.
You can find a simple lunch at a local café for around 3.00-5.00 LVL.
A budget dinner at a local restaurant can cost around 8.00-12.00 LVL for a main course.
The area around Merkela iela and Maskavas forāts has a variety of street food options, including traditional Latvian cuisine.
You can find budget supermarkets like Maxima X and Rimi in the LV-1002 area.
Markets like the Rīgas Centrāltirgus (Central Market) offer affordable high-street and second-hand shopping options.
A day pass for public transportation costs around 3.00 LVL and can be purchased at any ticket machine or newsstand. From the airport, the cheapest option is the bus number 222 or 241 to the city centre, which costs around 0.50 LVL.
Avoid eating at touristy restaurants, as prices are often inflated. Opt for local eateries instead.Consider purchasing a Latvian SIM card or portable Wi-Fi hotspot for affordable data and phone use.Take advantage of free walking tours in the Old Town to explore the area without spending a fortune.
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 Spāre
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · SEB — 624 m · ~8 min walk — pharmacy · Sirds aptieka — 378 m · ~5 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
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.
About 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...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Spāre?
Request a room on a higher floor (3-4) to avoid street noise from Spāres iela, which can be busy with traffic and pedestrians. If possible, ask for a room at the back of the hotel to minimize noise from the street.
Which rooms should I avoid at Spāre?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor (1-2) as they may be noisier due to the proximity to the street and potential noise from the service entrance.
Is Spāre noisy?
Be prepared for some street noise, especially during rush hour, as Spāres iela can be busy with traffic and pedestrians.
Which rooms have the best views at Spāre?
Unfortunately, the hotel's address on Spāres iela does not offer any notable views of the surrounding area.
What are insider tips for staying at Spāre?
1. If you're driving, be aware that parking options may be limited in the surrounding area, so it's a good idea to explore alternative parking options in advance. 2. Consider requesting a room with a kettle, as this amenity may not be provided in all rooms.
What time is check-in at Spāre?
Check-in at Spāre is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Spāre have Wi-Fi?
free, 100 Mbps speed, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Spāre?
€1.50 per person per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Spāre?
You can find a simple lunch at a local café for around 3.00-5.00 LVL.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Spāre?
A day pass for public transportation costs around 3.00 LVL and can be purchased at any ticket machine or newsstand. From the airport, the cheapest option is the bus number 222 or 241 to the city centre, which costs around 0.50 LVL.
Top Attractions 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.