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Travel insights for hostels in Riga

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hostel in Riga including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Riga?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Riga is January (€15). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Riga is August (€40).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Riga?

The cheapest day to stay in Riga is Monday (€19). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Saturday, when the average nightly price is €31.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Riga?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 36 days before your trip to Riga. The lowest price found when booking 36 days ahead was €12 per night.

Cheapest hostels in Riga, Latvia

Discover affordable stays in Riga that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Riga can be found for as low as €18 per night. There is currently one property in Riga that can be booked for this price. Central Hostel is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Riga. Price data was last updated on 9 June 2025
At the moment, these hostels offer the lowest nightly rate out of those we've come across in Riga. Prices can differ depending on the dates selected, so use the search form to browse more options if you have flexibility.
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Ernesta Birznieka-Upīša Iela 20, Riga, Latvia
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€18
Avg. per night
Zigfrida Annas Meierovica Bulvaris 18, Riga, Latvia
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€19
Avg. per night
1 Merkela Iela, Riga, Latvia
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€26
Avg. per night
Tirgo?u Iela 4, Riga, Latvia
0.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€51
Avg. per night

Other accommodations in Riga

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Riga, Latvia
1.2 km from city centre
€68
Avg. per night
83/85 Elizabetes Street, Riga, Latvia
0.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€112
Avg. per night
Hospitalu Str. 17, Riga, Latvia
3.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€54
Avg. per night
21 Elizabetes Street, Riga, Latvia
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€72
Avg. per night
Aspazijas Boulevard 36/38, Riga, Latvia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€77
Avg. per night
11. Novembra Krastmala, 33, Riga, Latvia
0.4 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
€83
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Riga

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Riga to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 9 June 2025.
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Facts about staying in Riga

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Riga to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 9 June 2025.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Riga?

    €28/night is an average price for a hostel in Riga throughout the year. Hostel prices do vary, and you’ll find that in August is the most expensive month to book, and in May is the cheapest month to book. Our users recently found Riga hostels for as low as €12/night. In general, Riga hostels for €25 or less are a good deal.

  • What’s the best hostel in Riga?

    Based on our data, Cinnamon Sally Backpackers Hostel is the best Riga hostel, with a rating of 9.0/10 from 1,897 reviews.

  • What hostel is closest to Riga Intl Airport?

    Blue Bird Hostel is the nearest hostel in Riga to Riga Intl Airport, at a distance of 8.7 km.

  • What area of Riga is most popular to stay in?

    The most popular neighbourhood is Centrs, with 13% of our users looking to stay in Riga searching for hostels in this area over the last 12 months. Balticapart Riga is a popular hostel in Centrs that might be available for your travel dates, though there are other great properties in the area as well.

  • What is the most popular hostel in Riga closest to Riga City Centre?

    The most popular hostel in Riga that’s close to Riga City Centre is Blue Bird Hostel. Just 0.1 km separate Blue Bird Hostel from Riga City Centre, the city’s most popular attraction. 538 HotelsCombined reviewers gave the Blue Bird Hostel a score of 7.0/10.

  • Should I stay in a Riga hostel?

    Staying in a Riga hostel has many benefits, including cost savings, proximity to the centre of the city, a social and laid-back atmosphere, and similar amenities to hotels (such as Wi-Fi, continental breakfast, or 24/7 check-in). Hostels in Riga tend to attract younger, solo travellers, but they can be great for couples and families as well.

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