Rixwell Old Riga Palace Hotel

Rixwell Old Riga Palace Hotel is a mid-range hotel at Minsterejas iela 8/10, on a quiet street in the heart of Riga's Old Town (Vecriga) in Latvia. The address is a short walk from St. Peter's Church, whose tower offers panoramic views of the city, and from the House of the Blackheads and Town Hall Square. The Dome Cathedral, the Three Brothers and the Riga Castle area are all reachable on foot through the cobbled lanes, and the riverfront promenade along the Daugava lies a few minutes to the west. The hotel is part of the Rixwell brand and occupies a building in the historic quarter, giving guests an atmospheric base with modern comforts. Rooms are offered as Standard, Superior and Junior Suite categories, all with air conditioning and wifi. The hotel has a restaurant and a bar on site, and breakfast is available for guests, which saves a search for a morning meal in the busy Old Town. A 24-hour front desk supports late arrivals, luggage storage and taxi bookings. The direct line is +371 6755 9790 and the reservations line is +371 6755 9791. Service is straightforward and suits couples, small groups and independent travellers who want to be among the sights rather than at their edge. Indicative rates run from about 80 to 150 euros per night, which is good value for an Old Town address, though prices rise from June to August and in the December Christmas market period, when the nearby squares host seasonal stalls. Because the hotel is in a pedestrian-oriented part of the Old Town, vehicles may only reach the door at certain times, so arriving by taxi and asking the hotel about parking in advance is wise. The railway and bus stations are roughly a 15-minute walk away, and Riga International Airport is a short taxi or bus ride.