Hotel Garden Palace - Rīga

The elegant and unique 4-star Hotel Garden Palace was opened at the beginning of 2007, offering a unique location in the historical centre, comfortable rooms, entertainment and quality service. The fabulous panoramic view of Old Riga, Town Hall Square, embankment and great River Daugava is just one of the advantages of staying at this hotel. The staff will be happy to organise an airport transfer, as well as offer assistance with renting a car, booking sightseeing tours or reserving tickets to the Latvian National Opera and Theatre. Plane, train or bus tickets can also be booked.

This 19th century building is superbly located in the heart of Riga, a part of the city with ample opportunities for entertainment, business and relaxation within the Latvian culture. The hotel also features a sauna, cosy hall with TV and a heated floor, as well as a kitchen for use at an additional cost.

House of Blackheads (50 metres) - This Gothic building was rented for Blackheads, which was an organisation of unmarried foreign merchants, existing in several Baltic medieval towns. Open 10:00-17:00 (fee appilicable). Closed on Mondays. St. Peter's Church (100 metres) - From the observation platform of the church tower, you can enjoy a wonderful view of Riga. Open 10:00-18:00 (fee appilicable). Closed on Monday. Dome Cathedral (150 metres) - This is the largest cathedral in the Baltics. Open 09:00-18:00 (fee appilicable), Wednesday and Friday from 09:00-17:00. Riga Castle (300 metres) - The castle is now the residence of the President of Latvia. There is also a Museum of Foreign Art, Museum of Latvia's History, theatre and music museum.

From the airport: Take the number 22 bus or the express bus number 22A towards the city centre. The journey will take around 30 minutes. If you take bus number 22, the nearest bus stop to the hotel is 11 Novembra Krastmala. If you take bus number 22A, the nearest bus stop is Cathedrale (Cathedral Church). By ferry: The ferry terminal is 1.5 km from the old town. You can take tram numbers 5, 7 or 9 to the city centre. The central train and bus station is located in the centre of Riga, a 10-minute walk from the hotel. The hotel does not have its own parking area. The nearest secured parking place is around 20 metres from the hotel (additional cost).

The hotel's modernly styled restaurant is a nice place for a quick tea, as well as for a romantic dinner. The breakfast café is open from 07:00 to 10:00 on weekdays and from 08:00 to 11:00 on weekends.

Payment at the hotel must be made in advance during check-in. The hotel accepts VISA, VISA Electron, EC/MC, American Express and Maestro credit cards. Cash payment is accepted only in local currency.