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There's something transformative about waking up to water. These waterfront hotels in Riga offer front-row seats to the city's most beautiful waterscapes — from river promenades and harbour panoramas to lakeside serenity.
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There's something transformative about waking up to water. These waterfront hotels in Riga offer front-row seats to the city's most beautiful waterscapes — from river promenades and harbour panoramas to lakeside serenity.
6 hotels reviewed · Price range: $$$, $$$$, $, $$ · Last updated March 2026
About This Guide
Riga offers exceptional options for travellers seeking waterfront hotels, and we've curated the very best. Each property has been selected for its outstanding facilities, prime location, and the quality of experience it delivers. Leading our list, Radisson Blu Latvija Conference & Spa Hotel excels with its exceptional attention to detail and commitment to the waterfront experience. Grand Hotel Kempinski Riga offers a compelling alternative with its unique approach and distinctive character. Whether you're a first-time visitor to Riga or returning for another stay, these hotels represent the gold standard for waterfront accommodation in the city. Each has been independently evaluated for quality, location, and value.
Insider Tips
Book directly with the hotel for the best rate guarantee and potential upgrades.
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Consider visiting during shoulder season for better rates and fewer crowds.
Ask the concierge for local recommendations — they know Riga better than any guidebook.
Our Picks
6 hotels · Updated February 2026
The tallest building in Riga's city centre provides a full-service luxury experience with panoramic views across the city and the Daugava from upper floors. The extensive spa, multiple restaurants, and large conference facilities make it the natural choice for business events, while the top-floor cocktail bar remains one of the city's great sunset viewing spots.
Old Town
Commanding a prime position on the edge of Riga's old city rampart canal, the Kempinski brings its characteristic blend of Beaux-Arts grandeur and Swiss precision service to Latvia's capital. The rooftop restaurant's panoramic view across Old Town spires and the Canal Gardens is one of the city's great dining spectacles; the spa is among the finest in the Baltics.
Kipsala
Perched on the Kipsala island bank of the Daugava, the Islande offers some of Riga's most dramatic river-and-skyline views from its modern riverside rooms. It's a polished business hotel elevated by genuinely good service, an excellent breakfast, and a rooftop terrace that comes alive on summer evenings with half of Riga's creative class in attendance.
Old Town
A neo-classical monument occupying a 19th-century palace in the quiet heart of Vecrīga, the Grand Palace delivers old-world elegance with Swiss efficiency. The wood-panelled library lounge, impeccably pressed linens, and a location steps from the Dome Cathedral attract discerning travellers who measure luxury in discreet personal service rather than flashy amenities.
Centrs
A bright, design-conscious mid-range option in Riga's city centre that delivers cheerful Latvian-themed interiors, reliable comfort, and a central location near Freedom Monument and the Art Nouveau district at a price point that leaves plenty of budget for the city's excellent restaurant scene.
Centrs
A cheerful boutique hotel in a converted early 20th-century building near the National Opera, Art Hotel Roma is Riga's most charming mid-range option — theatrical interiors, warm staff, and a genuine sense of local personality that chain hotels in the city simply cannot replicate. A superb base for exploring both the Old Town and the Art Nouveau district on foot.
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Common Questions
Not all rooms in waterfront hotels face the water. Request a water-view room when booking, and consider upgrading if the standard room doesn't include it.
Waterfront hotels tend to be centrally located near major attractions, restaurants, and transport links, making them excellent bases for exploring.
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Prices and availability change daily. Lock in the best rate by booking early — most of our top picks offer free cancellation.
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