Lighthouse Hostel & Rooms
Hostel/Backpacker accommodationMerkela iela 1, RīgaShow on map
8.2 · Very good1,421 reviews
- Check-in from 3:00 PMCheck-out by 12:00 PM.
- Fabulous locationGuests rate the location 8.9 out of 10, at Merkela iela 1.
Central Location
Situated in the heart of Rīga, Lighthouse Hostel & Rooms offers easy access to popular landmarks such as Vermanes Garden, Riga Nativity of Christ Cathedral, and Riga Town Hall Square. Just a short walk from the city centre and the Latvian National Opera, our hostel provides a convenient base for exploring the vibrant city.
Shared Facilities and Free WiFi
Enjoy the comfort of our shared kitchen and lounge areas during your stay. Stay connected with complimentary WiFi available throughout the property. Our shared bathrooms are equipped with all necessary amenities, ensuring a hassle-free experience for all guests.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Heating
- Family rooms
- Lift / Elevator
- Laundry
- Express check-in/check-out
- Soundproof rooms
- Ironing service
Rooms
8.2
Very good
Rated 8.2 out of 10 by 1,421 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness7.0
- Service8.9
- Location8.9
- Rooms7.5
- Amenities8.0
- Value8.9
- Food & drink8.4
Guests mention
Good locationAffordable rates
FacundoArgentinaRuidoso y duchas complicadas
La ubicación
Muy ruidoso, desde la habitación se escuchaba lo que sucedía en el salón. Además, no sé quién fue el genio que tuvo la idea de poner una guitarra en un salón de hostel para que cualquiera, a cualquier hora…
MałgorzataUnited KingdomCzysciutko, tanio. Piekny widok. Doskonala lokalizacja.
FedericaItalysoggiorno gradevole vicino al centro di Riga
vicinanza al centro, gentilezza dello staff, la stanza era molto carina e ben arredata, forse da aggiungere un armadio
i bagni sono solo due, e la pulizia non è delle migliori, ma naturalmente dipende dagli ospiti… c’è…
UrszulaPolandSuper lokalizacja, blisko pociąg, autobusy, centrum, targ i sklepy Duże mieszkanie.
CARMESpainBien
Había una cocina bien equipada y la ubicación estaba muy bien, cerca de la estación de autobuses, del mercado central y del centro. Daban café soluble, te, fruta, hielo y agua filtrada. La habitación era grande y…
VOLHABYA nice, clean hostel; the staff were incredibly helpful and answered all my questions. Snacks, tea, and coffee were available. The location was absolutely superb. Thank you!
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated December 2025.
Where you’ll be
Merkela iela 1, Rīga
Guests rate the location 8.9 out of 10 — fabulous.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 3:00 PM until 10:30 PM
Check-out by 12:00 PM
Children welcome
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No pets
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
What we’d check for you here
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Lighthouse Hostel & Rooms
What time is check-in and check-out at Lighthouse Hostel & Rooms?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM. Check-out is by 12:00 PM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Lighthouse Hostel & Rooms allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Does Lighthouse Hostel & Rooms have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
How do I book Lighthouse Hostel & Rooms?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Lighthouse Hostel & Rooms?
Merkela iela 1, Rīga.
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