Rixwell Old Riga Palace Hotel

I chose this hotel because of it's location - about 5 minute walk from the bus station - and because it had rooms with bathtubs available. I loved the excellent soundproofing they had done to the rooms, couldn't hear anyone talking, watching TV or snoring. Both the room and bathroom were spacious and tastefully simple. The amenities in the bathroom included a really good hair conditioner and body lotion. The coffee and tea making facilities in the room were in good working order and equipped with good quality tea selection. The mini bar was also well stocked, although I didn't actually use anything from there. The staff is very helpful and professional, very fluent in English, too. The buffet-style breakfast had everything a frequent traveler has become accustomed to when staying in hotels - hot options like scrambled and boiled eggs, sausages and bacon, pancakes and oatmeal, everything you need to make a sandwich (including a toaster), hot and cold drinks. It also had steamed vegetables and roasted potatoes. I was very pleasantly surprised to find a well stocked salad counter full of fresh vegetables, various dressings and even pickles - I thought I had taken an elevator to Italy :)

Location was quite good. Breakfast was perfect and versatile! Check- in and out was quick. Nothing to complain about that. The hotel was quiet and because of air conditioner, we slept well even windows open.

The room was comfortable, nice and the hotel was located in the city centre. The breakfast was very tasty and it had a variety of choices.

We recently stayed at a hotel in Riga and were generally satisfied with our experience. The staff were friendly and attentive, making us feel welcome throughout our stay. The room was fine, offering what we needed, though nothing particularly stood out. What really made our stay enjoyable was the location—right in the heart of the city center, making it incredibly convenient for exploring Riga's attractions. Another highlight was the breakfast, which was quite decent, and we particularly appreciated that it was served until 11:00 AM, allowing us to sleep in a bit longer than usual. The check-out time of 12:00 PM was also a pleasant surprise, as it's a rarity and gave us a relaxed morning on our departure day. Overall, while everything met our expectations, we didn’t feel there was anything extraordinary that would merit a score higher than an 8. However, it’s a solid choice for anyone looking to stay in the center of Riga with good service and reasonable amenities.

Hotel was centrally located for the Old Town and other amenities. Receptionist was very welcoming upon arrival. Reception area was itself quirky and interesting. The Room was as expected and more than comfortable enough for the stay. Took up the option of breakfast which, although basic, had more than sufficient options to satisfy most needs.