Skanste Travel Guide

Riga

Stay near popular Skanste attractions

Arena Riga

8.2/10 (260 reviews)
Catch an event at Arena Riga during your trip to Riga. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this culturally rich area.
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Things to do

From Riga: Hill of Crosses and Jelgava Gems Tour

From Riga: Hill of Crosses and Jelgava Gems Tour

£29
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
From Riga: Hill of Crosses and Jelgava Gems Tour
City Sightseeing Riga Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Riga Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

£25
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Riga Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
5,5 Hour Small Group Tour to Hill of Crosses from Riga

5,5 Hour Small Group Tour to Hill of Crosses from Riga

£63
per adult
5,5 Hour Small Group Tour to Hill of Crosses from Riga
Riga: Central Market Traditional Food Tour

Riga Central Market & Traditional Food tasting Tour

£38
per adult
Riga Central Market & Traditional Food tasting Tour
Riga Old Town Walking Tour in a Small Group

Riga Old Town Walking Tour in a Small Group

£16
per adult
Riga Old Town Walking Tour in a Small Group
Panorama Riga top view of Riga City

Panorama Riga top view of Riga City

£7
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Panorama Riga top view of Riga City
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Top hotels in Skanste

Radisson Blu Latvija Conference & Spa Hotel, Riga

Radisson Blu Latvija Conference & Spa Hotel, Riga

4.5 out of 5
55 Elizabetes Street Riga
The price is £65 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
£65
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Riga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Radisson Blu Latvija Conference & Spa Hotel, Riga
Wellton Riverside SPA Hotel

Wellton Riverside SPA Hotel

4.5 out of 5
11. Novembra Krastmala, 33 Riga
The price is £50 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
£50
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Riga. Enjoy a full-service spa, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Wellton Riverside SPA Hotel
Konventa Sēta Hotel - Keystone Collection

Konventa Sēta Hotel - Keystone Collection

4.5 out of 5
Kaleju Str 9/11 Riga
The price is £53 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
£53
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Riga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Konventa Sēta Hotel - Keystone Collection
Tallink Hotel Riga

Tallink Hotel Riga

4 out of 5
Elizabetes 24, 24 Riga RIX
The price is £45 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
£45
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Riga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a sauna. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,005 reviews)
"Sorry we must rate the Tallink Hotel “good” instead of excellent, though the staff, the amenities, the breakfasts were excellent. The reason is that our immaculate bathroom always smelled like a sewer."

Reviewed on 23 Oct 2026

Tallink Hotel Riga
Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Daugava Riga

Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Daugava Riga

4.5 out of 5
24 Kugu Street Riga
The price is £54 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
£54
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Riga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Daugava Riga
Pullman Riga Old Town (Renovated 2025)

Pullman Riga Old Town (Renovated 2025)

5 out of 5
24 Jekaba Street Riga
The price is £66 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
£66
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Riga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Lovely hotel in a great location. Rooms a lovely size and decor modern and clean. Only issue was the smell of drains in my room and the spa are not being as relaxing as I hoped with many children under 16 using it. No one was using a towel to sit on in the sauna even though it says this in the rules ..."

Reviewed on 27 Oct 2026

Pullman Riga Old Town (Renovated 2025)
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Where to stay in Skanste

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A cityscape with a river, a bridge, and historic buildings.

Old Town Riga

Travellers come to Old Town Riga for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Cathedral Square and Three Brothers while you're in town.

A large, ornate church with multiple domes and a golden cross on top.

Centrs

Centrs is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Latvian Art Museum and Cathedral of Christ's Nativity while in the area.

An aerial view of a city with a river, bridges, and various buildings.

Avoti

Avoti is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can plan an outing to Galleria Riga Shopping Center and Origo Shopping Centre while you're in town.

A brick tower with a large dome and several windows.

Agenskalns

Unique features of Agenskalns include the river views and historical sites. Make a stop by Uzvaras Park or Golden Bowling Center while you're exploring the area.

A river with a bridge, a city skyline, and a prominent tower.
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Maskavas Forstate

Historical sites, bars and shopping are just a few things travellers enjoy about Maskavas Forstate. Check out Riga Central Market or Latvian Academy of Sciences while you're exploring the area.

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