It was our first visit to Riga and only stayed 2 nights so we chose this hotel because it was new and 10 minutes walk from the old town. We booked through Ryanair.com and got a big discount. The staff are great, and although we had a few problems, the service we received was professional and efficient. The first room has a TV which stopped working after 20 minutes, so we were moved to a room on the 7th floor, but the AC control didn't work so it was very hot all night. The electrician couldn't fix it quickly so we were moved again to the 8th floor, and then were presented with a free bowl of fruits, and two complimentary drinks vouchers in their bar. The rooms and large and very comfortable, and with a lot of rooms facing inwards to the central area, there was no traffic noise outside. The breakfast room was busy but served a good choice of food and a chef to prepare you fresh eggs. The hotel is 300 metres from the beautiful Orthodox church, and 10 minutes walk from the old town and railway station. The Red taxis are normally always waiting in front of the hotel. They charge 10 latis/15 euros hotel to airport. Do not use the white taxis which charged us 15 latis from the airport, although to be fair, it is not too big a price for the 20 minute ride compared to some cities. The old city generally is clean and very little litter, and we never got mugged; the people were great. Thanks again to the hotel staff.