The Benjamin House

Hotels
8.5 (2531 reviews)
Kr. Barona iela 12 , Rīga , lv

Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Safety deposit box
Non-smoking throughout
Private check-in/check-out
Outdoor furniture
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean and quiet environment
Beautiful and historical design
Cons:
Breakfast quality needs improvement
Some cleanliness issues in the room

Categories

Cleanliness
7.71
Some reviews mentioned a bit of dirtiness. Overall, it needs improvement.
Service
9.18
Staff communication was excellent, aiding with guest needs.
Location
9.22
Central location with easy access to main attractions.
Room Quality
8.67
The rooms were spacious and well-decorated, although some issues regarding room views were noted.
Amenities
8.7
Modern appliances and interesting facilities were appreciated.
Value for Money
8.66
Generally positive experience, although breakfast value was questioned.
Food and Beverage
7.21
Breakfast was criticized for being lacking and poorly served.
Overall Experience
8.68
A pleasant stay with many positive aspects despite few drawbacks.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 11:46

Property Description

Historical Elegance
Experience the charm of a historical building once owned by the renowned press queen Emilija Benjamina.

Modern Comforts
Enjoy a blend of classic furniture and modern amenities in our meticulously designed rooms.

Self-Check-In Convenience
Benefit from a seamless and independent stay with our self-check-in facilities, while our attentive staff remains available for any assistance.

Ready to immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of The Benjamin House - self check-in? Book now to secure your stay at this historical gem!

Important information:

- No smoking! Penalty for smoking inside the property and closer than 33 ft from the building entrance - 100 EUR.
- Pets are allowed in Superior, Deluxe and Suite rooms. Pets are not allowed in Budget, Standard and Double or Twin rooms.
- Check-in is from 15:00. Earlier check-in can be requested for additional fee 20 EUR. It should be requested at least 24 hours before the arrival time.
- ⁠Check-out is by 11:00AM. Later check-out can be requested for additional fee 20 EUR.
- All questions and requests should be sent by a message on WhatsApp (+371 2241 8080) or Booking.com
- ⁠Housekeeping is possible for reservations for 3 or more nights. You need to request housekeeping via a message on WhatsApp or Booking.com. Please indicate if any consumable refills or change of towels/bed linen is needed.
- ⁠Make sure to keep your room card away from your phone. Take both room cards with you at all times.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 6 years old to 15 years old stay for € 15 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    People 5 years old and over stay for € 15 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 2531 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.71
Service: 9.18
Location: 9.22
Room Quality: 8.67
Amenities: 8.7
Value for Money: 8.66
Food and Beverage: 7.21
Overall Experience: 8.68
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SerenaV22 solo_traveller it
8
Pros:

A pochi minuti dalla città vecchia e da ristoranti e locali. Camera grande e pulita

Cons:

Le colonne di sostegno in posizioni non comode all'interno della camera con il rischio di picchiarci la testa, una anche in mezzo al bagno

2026-05-16 via Nuitee
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Thanisorn couple se
7
Cozy hotel, may be disturbed by noises.
Pros:

The building is beautiful with modern decorations. Close to city center and walkable distance to all attractions. Breakfast at a restaurant nearby was good. Easy check-in and friendly staff.

Cons:

Since it's an old building. We woke up a few times during the night because we could hear noises from other rooms, especially when showering and flushing the toilets. The bed was ok but not totally comfy. No extra cleaning during our 3 nights stay, which was fine but we got only 1 drinking bottle during the stay. Low pressure of cold water in our room.

2026-05-16 via Nuitee
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Asa couple gb
5
Pros:

Good location

Cons:

The hotel did not have staff at the property. When doing the check-in, we were not able to get the key at first. However, this was quickly solved over whatsapp

When we got into the room, the other bed was broken. There was also a connecting door to the room next door which was open but we were unable to lock it. As female travellers this made us feel unsafe. We contacted the hotel and everything was solved within an hour and we got a new room.

We also paid for hotel breakfast but we were informed on the day of arrival that it will be served at a cafe next door. When suffering from severe allergies this created further hassle. The hotel bar was also not open for the whole stay.

2026-05-16 via Nuitee
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Neila solo_traveller lv
10
Magical stay
Pros:

What a vibe

Cons:

Weird that there was no staff, but it is ok

2026-05-16 via Nuitee
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Rudy solo_traveller be
9
2026-05-15 via Nuitee
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Salna solo_traveller lv
10
2026-05-15 via Nuitee
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Danielle couple us
8
Pros:

Super interesting property with lovely rooms right by public transit.

2026-05-15 via Nuitee
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Kņiga solo_traveller lv
7
2026-05-15 via Nuitee
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daniele solo_traveller it
7
2026-05-15 via Nuitee
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Salna family_with_children lv
10
2026-05-15 via Nuitee
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Ineta solo_traveller lv
9
2026-05-13 via Nuitee
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Michal couple cz
9
2026-05-13 via Nuitee
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Agnieszka solo_traveller pl
7
Pros:

Lokalizacja. Piękny budynek z historią. Piękne eleganckie wnętrza. Wszelkie potrzebne udogodnienia. Pokój przestronny i dobrze wyposażony.

Cons:

Brak całodobowej recepcji - kontakt z personelem możliwy tylko telefonicznie lub przez WhatsApp.

2026-05-12 via Nuitee
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Benjamin extended_group de
10
Great stay at convenient location
Pros:

It was a very clean place and clearly a lot of thought went into the whole interior. The room was very spacious and the bed super comfortable. The choice at breakfast was pretty incredible especially on the second day when there were more fruits.

Cons:

You can tell the house is a bit older and the carpet has been in place for quite some time but on the other side it adds to the atmosphere.

2026-05-12 via Nuitee
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Alma solo_traveller lt
10
2026-05-12 via Nuitee
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Rebeka Anna solo_traveller lv
10
Pros:

As a big fan of the Latvian TV series about the Benjamiņš family, staying at Benjamiņa nams felt truly special. It was an amazing experience to walk through and stay in the actual historic building where one of the most influential Latvian families once lived. The atmosphere of the house still carries a sense of history and elegance, which made the stay unforgettable.

I also absolutely loved the charming inner courtyard and the modern design touches throughout the building, which added a cheerful and welcoming vibe.

2026-05-12 via Nuitee
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Sigitas solo_traveller lt
10
Super puiki lokacija, ramu ir švaru.
2026-05-11 via Nuitee
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Kristaps solo_traveller lv
10
2026-05-11 via Nuitee
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Dagnis couple lv
7
2026-05-11 via Nuitee
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Lena family_with_children lv
10
Pros:

отличное и очень красивое место. службв поддержки всегда на связи.
месторасположение идеальное, рядом все необходимое.
транспорт
старый город
тихий центр.

благодарю, вернусь еще раз.

2026-05-11 via Nuitee