Riga
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Dorm beds in Riga, Latvia range from $15 to $59/night over the next 3 months. HostelHawk tracks 13 properties. Cheapest upcoming dates: Sep 7, Sep 8, Sep 9.
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Hostel prices in Riga, Latvia
A typical dorm night in Riga runs about $19.
Across the upcoming months, September tends to be the cheapest month (from $15/night) and August the most expensive (from $19/night).
Hostels we track in Riga
- The Naughty Squirrel Backpackers Hostel 9.7 · 7,600 reviews
- Cinnamon Sally Backpackers Hostel 9.3 · 3,787 reviews
- Central Hostel Riga 8.2 · 2,661 reviews
- Tree House Hostel 9.0 · 1,881 reviews
- Riga Old Town Hostel & Backpackers Pub 9.8 · 1,608 reviews
- Blue Bird Boutique Hostel Riga Old Town 9.1 · 409 reviews
- Liberty 7.2 · 72 reviews
- OK Hotel 6.0 · 70 reviews
- Lighthouse Hostel and Rooms 8.2 · 62 reviews
- Monte Kristo Hotel 0.0 · 21 reviews
- Baltic Travel 2.0 · 15 reviews
- City Westa Hotel 9.4 · 4 reviews
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Local knowledge for Riga
Where to stay
Most budget hostels sit inside Vecrīga (Old Town) or in the blocks between it and the train station, which puts you walking distance from the Central Market and the main sights. A few cheaper options appear further out along Brīvības iela, but the Old Town cluster is the most practical base for a short stay.
Getting around
- Eat at Centrāltirgus, the Central Market near the train station. The food counters inside the repurposed Zeppelin hangars serve hot lunches for a fraction of what any sit-down restaurant in Vecrīga charges.
- Walk Alberta iela to see the Art Nouveau facades. It is about 15 minutes on foot north of Old Town and costs nothing, and the concentration of intact buildings on that one street is worth the detour.
- Skip restaurants directly on Līvu laukums. That square is the tourist bullseye and prices reflect it. Move one or two streets deeper into Old Town and the same food is noticeably cheaper.
When to go
Hostels run cheapest from November through March, outside of the Christmas and New Year window, and fill up fastest in July and August.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a hostel in Riga cost per night?
Dorm beds in Riga currently range from $15 to $59/night based on the next 3 months of availability.
When are the cheapest dates to book a hostel in Riga?
Based on current data, the cheapest upcoming dates for hostels in Riga are September 7, September 8, September 9.
How many hostels does HostelHawk track in Riga?
HostelHawk currently tracks 13 hostels in Riga, Latvia.
What's the cheapest month to book a hostel in Riga?
Based on current availability, September has the lowest hostel prices in Riga, with dorm beds from $15/night.
Where do backpackers stay in Riga?
Most budget hostels sit inside Vecrīga (Old Town) or in the blocks between it and the train station, which puts you walking distance from the Central Market and the main sights. A few cheaper options appear further out along Brīvības iela, but the Old Town cluster is the most practical base for a short stay.
What is the best time of year to visit Riga?
Hostels run cheapest from November through March, outside of the Christmas and New Year window, and fill up fastest in July and August.