Rija VEF Hotel in Riga
✅ Location rated 10/10 with convenient tram and bus access to Riga city centre ✅ Friendly and helpful staff highlighted in multiple reviews, including specific praise for staff member Roza ✅ Free parking on site praised as a significant advantage ✅ Breakfast described as good and filling, with food refilled regularly ✅ Rooms generally clean with comfortable beds and adequate size ❌ Noise issues reported for rooms facing the main road, including traffic and hallway sounds ❌ Rooms and decor described as dated with peeling wallpaper and occasional cleanliness problems like bathroom mold and bugs ❌ Restaurant operates only on specific dates and evening meals from external caterers received negative feedback ❌ Thin walls resulting in poor sound insulation, causing disturbance from neighbors ❌ Some guests experienced slow or unreliable WiFi and insufficient air conditioning in standard rooms
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Description
Rija VEF Hotel is a three-star property constructed in 2006 and renovated in 2019, offering a range of room types including Standard Single, Triple, Double, Comfort Double, and Deluxe Double rooms. Guests can expect amenities such as free WiFi, air conditioning, a fitness centre, and free parking. The hotel features a restaurant, bar, terrace, and meeting facilities, catering to both leisure and business travelers. Pets are allowed upon request for a fee, and laundry and dry cleaning services are available. While the hotel is praised for its friendly and helpful staff, some guests note that rooms facing the main road can be noisy due to traffic. The interiors and décor are described as somewhat dated by several reviewers, with occasional complaints about cleanliness and soundproofing. Breakfast is provided as a Western buffet but with limited variety, and the restaurant operates only on certain dates. Overall, Rija VEF offers solid value, especially for travelers prioritizing location and transport links over luxury.
Location
Located at Brivibas street 199c in Riga, Rija VEF Hotel is well positioned for public transport with tram and bus stops directly in front, offering about a 20-minute ride to the Old Town. The nearest airport, Riga International (RIX), is 12 km away, and the popular Mezaparka pludmale beach is 4.6 km from the hotel. Nearby dining options include the Sunny Terrace restaurant just 22 meters away, along with other cafes and eateries within 150 meters. A shopping mall with a supermarket open until 10 pm is also close by, adding convenience for guests. Parking is free on site, making it a good option for travelers arriving by car.
Tips
- If you are a light sleeper, request a room on the parking lot side to avoid traffic noise.
- Use the tram or bus stops right outside to reach Riga's Old Town efficiently.
- Since the restaurant is not always open, consider dining at nearby options like Sunny Terrace or the local cafes within 200 meters.
Policies and conditions
- Child policies: Children can stay in some rooms of this hotel. Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
- Cribs and Extra Beds: Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.
- Breakfast: Western Buffet Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
- Deposit Policy: Deposit required A fixed amount of €50.00 (approx. US$59.42) is charged. This property accepts cash The deposit will be returned to the original account of payment on the day of check-out.
- Pets: Pets are allowed on request Fee: €15.00 (approx. US$17.83) per pet per night
- Service animals: Service animals are allowed on request
- Age Requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
- Paying at the hotel: MasterCard, Visa
- Check in time: 14:00. Check out time: 12:00.
Services and facilities
- Shopping on site
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour reception
- Elevator/lift
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Security guard
- Newspapers
- Gift shop
- Garden
- Television in lobby
- Terrace
- Fire Extinguisher
- All Spaces Non-Smoking (public and private)
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Smoke Detector
- Accessibility features
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Ironing
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Safe-deposit box
- Dry-cleaning
- Luggage storage
- Bar
- Breakfast
- Buffet breakfast
- Breakfast in the room
- Restaurant
- Restaurant (buffet style)
- Snack bar
- Bottled water (at extra charge)
- Free Wi-Fi
- Shuttle
- Car rental
- Airport transportation
- Transfer services
- German
- Russian
- English
- Multi-language staff
- Offsite parking reservations required
- Free parking nearby
- Garage
- Business center
- Fax and copy machine
- Meeting and presentation facilities
- Conference Hall
- First Aid Kit
- Pets allowed
The nearest beach is located on the distance of 4630 m. It takes 69 minutes To the beach!
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Reviews
Room: Room itself (Confort Double or Twin room) was pretty decent for the price. Air conditioning did not work properly in the room so i had to have a window open (which was towards the street side) so at night time it was a rough sleep. Bathroom was decent aswell tho the bathroom tiles were not that clean.
Overall: You get what you paid for but the rooms definetly need some renovation
Breakfast: Very small selection but you get what you paid for. So for this hotel it was good. Queues were very long (does not matter what time you went there) so there was hardly any sitting area available.
Dinner: Restoraunt is open only on specific dates which i found out at the hotel, so can't comment much about that food. I did not find any info on their website about the restoraunt
Parking: There were parking spots available when i arrived but during other days parking was relatively full and some parked even on spots that were ment for bus. No complains there at all.
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Frequently asked questions about Rija VEF Hotel
What types of rooms are available at Rija VEF Hotel?
The hotel offers Standard Single room, Standard Triple room, Standard Double room, Comfort Double room, and Deluxe Double room.
Is parking available at the hotel and is it free?
Yes, Rija VEF Hotel provides free parking for guests.
Are pets allowed at Rija VEF Hotel?
Pets are allowed on request with a fee of €15.00 per pet per night.
How close is the hotel to Riga city centre and public transport?
There are tram and bus stops directly in front of the hotel, with about a 20-minute ride to the Old Town and city centre.
Does the hotel have a restaurant and what are its operating conditions?
The hotel has a restaurant and bar, but the restaurant is open only on specific dates; evening meals are sometimes provided by external caterers.
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Hotel prices for: May - June 2026 calendar
The average hotel price this month is 81 USD The best time to book is May 22, with rates starting from 76 USD