Tallink Hotel Riga

Riga 56.94854100, 24.12295200 , Elizabetes Iela 24 (Show on Map)
8.3
Very Good


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Summary of reviewsTallink Hotel Riga is often commended for its prime location in Riga's heart, making it an ideal choice for city explorers. Situated near major train and bus stations, the hotel's guests have easy access to landmarks like the historic Old Town. The surrounding area offers numerous shopping centers, restaurants, cafes and parks, yet maintains a peaceful ambiance ensuring a tranquil stay. Attractions such as the central market and Origo shopping center are conveniently reachable on foot.

The hotel's breakfast stands out with its significant praise for variety and quality. Guests enjoy a broad selection catering to various tastes and dietary needs, featuring fresh vegetables, fruits, traditional breakfast items like omelettes and standout items like dark bread and herrings. While minor criticisms exist regarding the repetitive nature and price, the breakfast quality generally adds a positive aspect to the stay.

Dinner at Tallink Hotel Riga receives high marks for its delicious and diverse menu options with guests appreciating the evening meals and cocktails. The hotel's dining contributes positively to the overall experience despite occasional limited availability, which is mitigated by light meal and night snack options.

Rooms at the hotel are generally well-received, noted for their cleanliness and comfort. Guests appreciate the modern design, comfortable beds and good facilities. Some rooms, however, receive feedback for being small or overly warm or cold. A few complaints also mention issues with room maintenance or tech, but the majority of guests find the rooms provide a pleasant stay.

Tallink Hotel Riga excels in cleanliness, consistently impressing guests with well-maintained rooms and common areas. Though there are occasional lapses in service, such as missed daily cleaning and inadequately cleaned floors, the overall cleanliness standard is high.

The hotel's staff significantly enhance the guest experience with their friendly and professional demeanor. They are frequently praised for their helpfulness and positive interactions, despite isolated incidents of less accommodating behavior. The reception staff and bartenders particularly contribute to the welcoming atmosphere.

WiFi service at the hotel draws mixed reviews. Some guests enjoy excellent connectivity, while others face frustration due to weak signals and unstable performance. This inconsistency impacts the overall guest experience.

The hotel's gym is positively reviewed, appreciated for being well-equipped and offering complimentary access. Though some criticisms mention its small size and basement location, it meets basic workout needs adequately.

Beds at the hotel are mostly regarded as very comfortable, contributing to restful nights. However, a few guests find the beds too soft or narrow and some mention quality issues with mattresses and pillows. Despite these points, many guests enjoy the comfortable bedding provided.

Although labeled a four-star hotel, some guests feel Tallink Hotel Riga falls short of this standard in certain areas, such as room amenities and breakfast quality. There are mentions of worn-out appearances and unpleasant odors in bathrooms, but overall, the hotel's affordability and strategic location make it a good choice for many travelers. The solid foundation of cleanliness, comfort and helpful staff compensates for the areas needing improvement, ensuring a generally favorable stay.
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Hotel with Spa
Includes a spa center, sauna, and jacuzzi for guests to relax and unwind. Its central location allows easy access to various attractions in Riga.

Hotel near Nightlife Spots
Located on Elizabetes iela, this hotel is centrally located with access to Riga's nightlife. The hotel is near many bars and clubs, making it ideal for exploring the city's entertainment.

Business Hotel
Tallink Hotel Riga is a modern business-class hotel with meeting spaces and unique design elements. Its strategic location in Riga city center, near the central railway station and Old Town, is convenient for business travelers.

Accessible Hotel
This hotel provides double-accessible rooms with single beds that are comfortably accessible for guests in wheelchairs and adapted to their needs. Wheelchair-accessible facilities are available, including wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms.

Hotel with Gym
This hotel features a gym located on the 0th floor that is open 24 hours a day. Use of the gym is included in the room price for hotel guests, and morning access to the sauna and jacuzzi is also available.

4-Star Hotel
This hotel provides modern accommodations and is well-situated for exploring Riga. It features comfortable rooms and convenient access to transportation hubs.

Hotel for Honeymoon

Romantic Hotel

Hotel with Parking

Room Types
Standard Single Room Elegant rooms done in subdued colours. No extra bed is available.

Standard Twin Room Elegant rooms done in subdued colours and tea/coffee making facilities. No extra bed is available.

Deluxe Double or Twin Room Elegant and spacious rooms done in toned-down colours. Large room with a spacious bathroom including a bathtub or a shower, bathrobe and slippers.

Superior Double or Twin Room More spacious room with tea/coffee making facilities, slippers and bathrobes. 1 extra bed for an adult or a child is possible in this room type.

Suite This suite consists of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 2 bathrooms with a bath and free toiletries. This suite is air-conditioned and features a seating area with a flat-screen TV, soundproof walls, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a wardrobe. The unit offers 2 beds.

Standard Double Room The double room offers air conditioning, soundproof walls, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower and a hairdryer. The double room features a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, a flat-screen TV, as well as an inner courtyard view. The unit offers 1 bed.

Double or Twin Room - Disability Access The twin/double room offers air conditioning, soundproof walls, as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The twin/double room provides a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, a flat-screen TV, as well as an inner courtyard view. The unit offers 2 beds.

Themed Suite This suite is comprised of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 2 bathrooms with a bath and free toiletries. This suite is air-conditioned and features a seating area with a flat-screen TV, soundproof walls, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a wardrobe. The unit offers 2 beds.

Guest Reviews
8.3
Very Good
Location
Tallink Hotel Riga boasts a prime location in the heart of the city, making it a top choice for travelers wanting to explore Riga. Conveniently situated near the main train and bus stations, guests can easily reach key attractions like the historic Old Town, which is just a short walk away. The hotel's central placement ensures that everything from shopping centers, popular restaurants, cafes and parks are within easy reach. Despite its proximity to bustling areas, the hotel enjoys a tranquil and quiet neighborhood, promising a peaceful stay. Ideal for sightseeing on foot, visitors can access tourist spots, the central market and Origo shopping center with ease, further highlighting the hotel's strategic location for city exploration.

Breakfast
The breakfast at Tallink Hotel Riga receives a significant amount of praise from guests, highlighting the diverse and extensive selection available each morning. Many guests describe the breakfast as being very good, delicious and nutritious. It is noted for its wide variety with options that cater to different tastes and dietary needs, ensuring that everyone finds something enjoyable to start their day. The breakfast buffet, often described as excellent or fantastic, offers fresh vegetables, fruits and traditional breakfast items like omelettes, bacon and porridge.

Several reviews emphasize the high quality and plentiful nature of the offerings, which are well-replenished despite the number of guests. The breakfast is compared favorably to other high-standard hotels with standout items like dark bread and herrings receiving special mentions. However, there are some criticisms regarding the breakfast being repetitive and not sufficiently varied over multiple days. A few guests found it overpriced and lacking in certain items like salmon and nuts and there were comments about it feeling too standard or not meeting the expectations, particularly concerning dietary restrictions such as gluten-free options.

In summary, while a small number of guests found the breakfast to be underwhelming or too expensive, the majority praise it highly for its variety, quality and taste, making it a strong point of stay at Tallink Hotel Riga.

Dinner
The dinner experience at Tallink Hotel Riga receives high marks for its diverse and delicious menu options, making it easy for guests to enjoy a satisfying meal at the hotel. Guests particularly appreciate the evening menu and well-made cocktails with the bar area being noted as a pleasant spot to unwind. While there is some feedback indicating sporadic availability for dinner, alternatives like light meals and perfectly served night snacks ensure guests won't go hungry. Overall, the dining options are well-regarded, though some suggest exploring local Latvian restaurants for a more authentic culinary adventure.

Rooms
The rooms at Tallink Hotel Riga receive varied feedback, although most reviews highlight positive aspects. Cleanliness is a consistent praise with numerous guests noting that their rooms were clean and well-maintained. Comfort is another common theme with many finding the beds very comfortable and the rooms cozy. The design and modern interiors also receive favorable mentions, as does the presence of good facilities like tea and coffee making equipment. Several reviews appreciate the spaciousness of larger rooms and the quiet environment, especially for rooms facing the courtyard.

However, some rooms are noted to be small and occasionally cluttered. There are mentions of rooms being too hot or cold, as well as some issues with technology and smells in the bathrooms. The ability to open windows is a welcome feature for some, though others note that their windows did not open, leading to a lack of fresh air. While the views can vary with some enjoying beautiful sights of the city, others have less picturesque views of courtyards or construction areas.

Despite a few complaints about room size and occasional maintenance issues, most guests find the rooms to be comfortable and clean with a design that caters well to a pleasant stay.

Beds
Tallink Hotel Riga offers a range of bed experiences with the majority of guests noting the high level of comfort. Many reviews highlight the beds as super comfortable, perfect for a good night's sleep with some mentioning the availability of alternative pillow options to suit different preferences. The hotel beds are consistently described as soft with comfortable mattresses and good pillows, ensuring guests can rest well.

However, there are a few mixed experiences. Some beds were noted to be too soft or narrow with mattresses and sheets that did not stay in place. A few guests found the beds uncomfortable, mentioning thin or poor-quality mattresses and small pillows that detracted from their comfort. There were also occasional comments about noisy or slippery mattresses.

Despite these minor issues, most visitors seem to appreciate the comfortable bedding with the majority of reviews mentioning how they enjoyed restful nights, enhanced by snow-white bed linens. While the beds may not be perfect for everyone, many guests find them to be a strong point of their stay at Tallink Hotel Riga.

Cleanliness
Tallink Hotel Riga impresses with its commendable commitment to cleanliness, featuring consistently clean and tidy rooms, bathrooms and public spaces throughout the hotel. Guests have highlighted the spotless condition of the rooms, describing them as clean and well-decorated, clean and cozy and neat. The hotel's overall appearance is often described as clean and modern, contributing to a comfortable and pleasant stay.

However, some areas for improvement were noted in the reviews. Occasionally, room cleaning was not consistent with mentions of basic hygiene items being overlooked and floor cleanliness being inadequate when folding the mini-sofa. There were instances where the room was not cleaned daily with some guests experiencing room cleaning only every other day and in rare cases, not at all. Additionally, some reported issues with dirty towels and missing supplies.

Despite these drawbacks, the majority of feedback emphasizes an overall high standard of cleanliness with several guests describing the hotel as very clean and citing the cleanliness as ideal. The commitment to cleanliness extends beyond the rooms to include the entire hotel and its facilities, which many guests appreciate and find satisfactory for a comfortable and enjoyable stay.

Staff
When staying at Tallink Hotel Riga, guests can expect a warm and inviting atmosphere, largely due to the consistently polite and friendly staff. Reviews highlight their professionalism, attentiveness and eagerness to assist with any concerns, creating a welcoming environment from check-in to check-out. The multilingual team is not only knowledgeable but also responsive, often going above and beyond to ensure a pleasant stay.

Despite some isolated incidences of rudeness or strictness at reception, the overwhelming sentiment is one of positivity. Reception staff, in particular, receive frequent praise for their kind and helpful demeanor. The hotel's bartenders contribute to this friendly atmosphere, engaging guests with a pleasant attitude and excellent service. Overall, the staff's commitment to positive guest experiences greatly enhances the appeal of Tallink Hotel Riga.

Wi-Fi
The WiFi situation at Tallink Hotel Riga elicits mixed feedback from guests. There are positive notes highlighting that the WiFi, TV and other technology were operational with some guests noting excellent internet availability. Descriptions such as premium Internet and good WiFi connection further underscore the positive experiences of some visitors. However, this is contrasted with numerous complaints about weak signals, unstable performance and instances where using WiFi was almost impossible. There are consistently mentioned issues such as poor internet that cuts out frequently and bad WiFi that leaves guests frustrated. Additionally, there were minor mentions of discomfort with amenities including thin mattresses, uncomfortable pillows and missing slippers. Overall, the WiFi service at Tallink Hotel Riga appears to be inconsistent, offering a strong connection for some but disappointing many others with its unreliability.

Gym
The gym at Tallink Hotel Riga receives mixed yet generally positive reviews. Guests appreciate that access to the gym is complimentary and find it well-equipped with enough training machines to meet basic workout needs. While some guests noted that the gym is adequate and better than what many other hotels offer, a few mentioned that it could be larger. Despite being located in the basement, the overall consensus is that it provides a satisfactory space for morning workouts and maintains a good standard for hotel fitness facilities.

4 Star
Tallink Hotel Riga is recognized as a well-located, affordable and modern hotel, offering clean and well-maintained rooms that are praised for their comfort. The hotel features a business range of amenities with pricing that aligns with that of a German business hotel. Despite these favorable aspects, there are mixed opinions regarding its four-star rating.

Numerous guests feel that the hotel does not meet the standards typically associated with a four-star establishment. Some believe the quality of amenities in the rooms falls significantly short of these expectations with specific criticism directed at the need for better-individually filled washing products and an improvement in the breakfast offering. There are also mentions of unpleasant bathroom odors and some areas of the hotel appearing worn-out, which detract from the overall experience.

While the hotel is fundamentally good and comfortable, it may fall short for those expecting the full four-star treatment, particularly in terms of specific room amenities and breakfast quality. Despite this, its affordability and solid location make it a reasonable choice for many travelers.


No, Tallink Hotel Riga doesn't have any pool.

Yes, a spa is available at Tallink Hotel Riga.

No, Tallink Hotel Riga doesn't allow dogs.

Yes, parking facilities are available at Tallink Hotel Riga.

Yes, Tallink Hotel Riga has a gym.

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