We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.
We support the following browsers: Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox. Mac: Safari.
Free Newsletter

Interested in Elizabeth's Youth Hostel and Riga?

We'll send you updates with the latest deals, reviews and articles for Elizabeth's Youth Hostel and Riga each week.

  • Save Elizabeth's Youth Hostel
  • E-mail this page

Explore other Riga resources:

BOOK NOW!

Elizabeth's Youth Hostel: Traveler Reviews


Elizabeth's Youth Hostel
Back to Elizabeth's Youth Hostel
Elizabetes 103-2, Riga LV-1050, Latvia
Check Rates and Availability
mm/dd/yyyy mm/dd/yyyy
Check Rates
Find Cheap Flights to Riga

Traveler Reviews

57% Recommend
3.5 of 5 stars 7 reviews
Excellent
4
Very good
0
Average
1
Poor
0
Terrible
2
By trip type
All (7)
Business (0)
Couples (3)
Family (0)
Friends getaway (1)
Solo travel (0)
[ Date ] [ Rating ]
“Basic Hostel for limited budget, but.....”

Elizabeth's Youth Hostel

Save Review
3 of 5 stars
tolgaceltek 2 contributions
Istanbul, Turkey
Jul 6, 2007 | Trip type: Couples

Well, located in the area of central station, it is a little bit loud in the night. It is not real latvia, since this area is mostly occupied by russians. Even the hostel staff is russian with poor english. At the reception the guy tried to rip us off by offering 2 beds in the 8 bed-dorm for 16 LATS/ each. But I knew from internet that it was just 15 USD for one person. So we told him that, and he ''checked'' again somewhere and we were offered the real price 8 LATS / person finally without breakfast. I think they do not offer breakfast anyway. The common room advertised in the internet is the area in front of the reception, poor. The hostel is very clean however and the visitors were OK and nice as well. To the old city it is a 10 min. walking. But I think the price of 8 LATS is OK (15 USD). I have seen nicer hostels in the old city, try those.

  • Liked — cleannes
  • Disliked — rip off (accomodation offered double priced, than it was offered on internet)
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
    • 1 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
  • Date of stay July 2007
  • Visit was for Hobbies / interest / culture
  • Traveled with Spouse / significant other
  • Age group 25-34
  • Member since June 27, 2007
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? No
  • I do not recommend this hotel for An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, People with disabilities, Older travelers, Great pool scene, Pet owners, Families with young children, Families with teenagers
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Museums / Cultural / Historical sites, Other
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Was this review helpful? Yes No
Check Rates
“Excellent, cheap and friendly hostel in Heart of Riga”

Elizabeth's Youth Hostel

Save Review
5 of 5 stars
Kerryguy 1 contribution
Kerry/Dublin
Dec 9, 2006 | Trip type: Friends getaway

Stayed in the Elizabeths Youth Hostel for four nights in December 2006. I found it to be one of the best hostels that I have ever stayed in. It is centrally located (right next to the train station) and two shopping centres (Origo and Stockmann). The staff are very friendly and will go out of your their way to make you very welcome. We got Riga guides when we arrived which helped us to locate all the major sights and night spots. The hostel is also very clean and modern. The best thing about this hostel is that you don't have to supply any towels or bed linen and it is very warm as the heating is always on. It is very secure and has a pin code facility at the front door and someone is on duty 24hours in your dorm to let you in (which is handy as some clubs stay open until 7am). I must admit that the building doesn't look very nice form the outside but it is definitely the hidden jewel in Riga. I would highly reccomend this hostel to anyone and am palnning on staying there again on my next trip to Riga!

  • Liked — Location/staff
  • Disliked — Hall
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 4 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
  • Date of stay December 2006
  • Visit was for Quality time with friends
  • Traveled with Friends
  • Age group 18-24
  • Member since December 09, 2006
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for Young singles, Girlfriend getaway, Tourists
  • I do not recommend this hotel for An amazing honeymoon, People with disabilities, Older travelers, Great pool scene, Pet owners, Families with young children, Families with teenagers
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Other
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Was this review helpful? Yes No
Check Rates
“The title”

Elizabeth's Youth Hostel

Save Review
5 of 5 stars
Guano_Aper 1 contribution
Kosice
Nov 8, 2006

The hostel offers really good services and accomodation as well not only compared to price, but in general view, too. I stayed there for 4 nights and I was very satisfied. If I traveled to Riga again, I would choose Elizabetes Youth Hostel again. Thats all. :-)

Guano Aper

  • Date of stay September 2006
  • Member since November 08, 2006
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Was this review helpful? Yes No
Check Rates
“A Great Find in a Pricey City”

Elizabeth's Youth Hostel

Save Review
5 of 5 stars
hotelreviewer333 40 contributions
colorado
Jun 27, 2006
2/2 found this review helpful

We stayed here for 1 night, a Saturday night in June. Elizabeth's was one of the few budget places that was near the city center/Old Town that had a double private room available. We paid 34 LVL (about $60 USD). Very clean and very quiet--it's off a main Riga street down a quite side street, but just a couple minutes walk to the central train station, 5 minutes to the bus station and less than 10 to Old Town. Mix of people staying here--young solo travelers and older couples like us. Definitely laid back and not for party animal/rowdy reveler types. If you want a quiet, clean,comfortable place to stay in Riga this is it. Helpful staff, good showers/bathrooms. Our "double" room was a 6-bed dorm room with two single beds pushed together--no problems, worked well for us. Free internet access, laundry, small common area. Highly recommend this hostel to all.

  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
  • Date of stay June 2006
  • Member since March 07, 2005
  • I recommend this hotel for Young singles, Older travelers, Tourists
  • I do not recommend this hotel for An amazing honeymoon, People with disabilities, Older travelers, Great pool scene, Pet owners, Families with young children, Families with teenagers
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Was this review helpful? Yes No
Check Rates
“Elizabeth's Youth Hostel is great!”

Elizabeth's Youth Hostel

Save Review
5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Member
Prague
Jan 25, 2006
3/4 found this review helpful

Great atmosphere, great location, great people! Very clean, I'll definately be back.

  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
  • Date of stay January 2006
  • Member since January 25, 2006
  • I recommend this hotel for Young singles, Older travelers, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
  • I do not recommend this hotel for An amazing honeymoon, People with disabilities, Older travelers, Great pool scene, Pet owners, Families with young children, Families with teenagers
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Was this review helpful? Yes No
Check Rates
Write Your Own Hotel Review
Been to Elizabeth's Youth Hostel? Share your experiences!
Write a Review
Add Photos
Add Videos

Do You Own Elizabeth's Youth Hostel?

TripAdvisor has free and easy resources to help you enhance your listing and promote your property.

  • Start Here - Visit Your Owner's Page
  • Add Photo
  • Add Video

Elizabeth's Youth Hostel Address

Elizabetes 103-2, Riga LV-1050, Latvia