Hostels in Riga

By going with a hostel, you can reduce your spending on lodging and use more of your trip funds for sightseeing during your stay. You can check out the historic sites and other cultural highlights in this destination, as well as activities like shopping.

These dorm-style accommodations come in lots of different forms, but all of them have a few things in common, including low prices, a social environment and shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms).

Ready to book a hostel in town? These top picks have the best reviews from our guests and might be a good place to start looking: Cinnamon Sally Backpackers Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Riga-Pasažieru Station. Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi and tour/ticket assistance. You’ll find towels, showers and free toiletries in all rooms. Lighthouse Hostel & Rooms - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Riga-Pasažieru Station. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities and multilingual staff. You’ll find lockers and hairdryers in all rooms. Blue Bird Hostel - You can take advantage of free WiFi and a shared/communal kitchen, as well as laundry facilities. Rooms come with towels, showers and hairdryers. Tiger Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Riga-Pasažieru Station. Property features include free WiFi and tour/ticket assistance. Rooms come with towels, desks and coffee/tea makers. Doma Hostel - You can take advantage of free WiFi and a restaurant, as well as a bar. Rooms come with towels, showers and desks.

If you’re looking for a low-cost place to stay in Riga, one of Expedia’s 6 hostels might be a great option.

The weather is important when you’re experiencing new places, so here’s a little information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 17°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of -1°C. The snowiest months in Riga are December, November, January and February, with each month seeing an average of 19 cm of snowfall.

Depending on what you’re interested in, you might like to explore the area around Riga. Get out into nature with places such as University of Latvia Botanical Garden, Mezapark and Bastion Hill. Cultural attractions include Great Guild Hall, Latvian National Opera and Latvian Art Museum. Visit landmarks such as House of the Blackheads, Three Brothers and Riga Castle.

Keep this information about transit options in and around Riga in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is Riga International Airport (RIX), 5.4 mi (8.7 km) away. Once you’re on the ground, you may want to use public transport to get around. If you’re hoping to see more of the area, make your way to Riga-Pasažieru Station to catch a train.