Grand Poet Hotel by Semarah

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with a full-service spa and a 24-hour fitness center

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Front of property
Superior Double Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Couples treatment rooms, sauna, hot tub, steam room, body treatments
Reception
Interior entrance

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Raina blvd 5/6, Riga, LV-1050
  • Place, Freedom Monument
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Cathedral of Christ's Nativity
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Riga Cathedral
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Riga (RIX-Riga Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(75 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Junior Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Grand Suite

  • 721 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 391 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Park View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Double Room

  • 452 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Riga

Located in Centrs, Grand Poet Hotel by Semarah is adjacent to Museum of the Occupation of Latvia and within a 5-minute walk of Esplanade Park. This 5-star hotel has 168 rooms and welcomes guests with a restaurant, a full-service spa, and an indoor pool.

What's nearby

  • Freedom Monument - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cathedral of Christ's Nativity - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Galleria Riga Shopping Center - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Riga Cathedral - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Riga Christmas Market - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Riga-Pasažieru Station - 13 min walk
  • Riga International Airport (RIX) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Snob Bar & Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Zvaigzne CAFE - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cadets de Gascogne - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Konditoreja Bastejs - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Piramīda restaurant - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Grand Poet Hotel by Semarah

Luxury hotel with a full-service spa and a 24-hour fitness center
At Grand Poet Hotel by Semarah, guests enjoy a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a 24-hour gym. Airport transportation is made easy with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for EUR 58 per vehicle one-way. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with tours or tickets, securing valuables, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this luxury hotel include a sauna, free WiFi in public areas, and a hot tub.
LED TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, free toiletries, bathrobes, and slippers. Other standard amenities include minibars, safes, and desks.
An indoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a 24-hour fitness center.
Hedonic Spa has 5 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, facials, body wraps, and body scrubs. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 25 for adults and EUR 25 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Snob Restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 6 meeting rooms
  • Conference center

Full-service spa

  • 5 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from February 1 2026 to February 6 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • Sauna
  • Spa
  • Hot tub
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for EUR 30 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total pets
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • One child 5 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 70.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.00 per person, per night, up to 10 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 25 for adults and EUR 25 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 58 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Pet fee: EUR 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 70.0 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Latvia. This property is rated 5 stars.

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Grand Poet Hotel by Semarah?

Grand Poet Hotel by Semarah offers free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see near Grand Poet Hotel by Semarah?

This hotel is situated in Centrs, just steps from Museum of the Occupation of Latvia and Bastion Hill, and within a short walk of Freedom Monument. You'll also find Cathedral of Christ's Nativity and Great Guild Hall less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Grand Poet Hotel by Semarah?

No, there isn't parking available at the hotel.

Is a spa located at Grand Poet Hotel by Semarah?

Hedonic Spa is the hotel's spa and services include deep-tissue massages, couples treatments, and body wraps. Note that spa services and facilities will be unavailable from February 1 2026 until February 6 2026 (subject to change).

Does Grand Poet Hotel by Semarah feature a casino?

No, Grand Poet Hotel by Semarah doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Grand Poet Hotel by Semarah?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool along with a hot tub. Note though that pool facilities will be unavailable from February 1 2026 until February 6 2026 (subject to change).

Is Grand Poet Hotel by Semarah a good place to stay for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an indoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Does Grand Poet Hotel by Semarah have a hot tub?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Grand Poet Hotel by Semarah have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Grand Poet Hotel by Semarah serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Snob Restaurant.

Does Grand Poet Hotel by Semarah allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Grand Poet Hotel by Semarah for a fee of EUR 30 per pet, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at Grand Poet Hotel by Semarah?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Grand Poet Hotel by Semarah?

The closest major airport to Grand Poet Hotel by Semarah is Riga International Airport (RIX), which is 6.7 mi away (23 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Grand Poet Hotel by Semarah?

No, at Grand Poet Hotel by Semarah, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Grand Poet Hotel by Semarah Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 808 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 148 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 1001 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

On

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is beautifully decorated. The rooms are huge - heated bathroom floors are a nice bonus. The spa area is amazing!!!! Breakfast is ample. The staff all around are fantastic-highly recommend this hotel. Also the location is perfect-right between the old town and the new area so it’s conveniently close to all the sites and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

SHLOMO

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommend

Beautiful hotel, with very friendly staff. Breakfast was excellent, and the Spa had great facilities! Great location too, and rooms cleaned to a high standard each day. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shiuuli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely stunning hotel. Exceeded my expectations. Great location, amazing amenities and food was perfect. Opposite a wonderful park too. Everything was less than a 10-minute walk away. I wish I stayed longer.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Vaughan

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We stayed 3 nights. The hotel is lovely; however, they have music playing in the corridors, and it is supposed to go off at 11 pm. It didn't on our first night? We weren't sure whether it was someone singing in the building next door. We complained abiut the music. The 2nd night, we had a couple above us shouting all night, and again, we hardly slept at all. We complained twice, and eventually they asked them to stop talking at 3-5 am! They gave us some prosecco for the first night and upgraded us to a suite for our last night, where we didn't hear any noise. I suggest that they stop playing music in the corridors. It doesn't always turn off!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeetindra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Chris

Traveled with group
Liked: Amenities
Lovely hotel, pleasant, helpful staff. Needed some milk in the room for our tea. Also, one night the bar closes at 11pm.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Two nights in Riga.

The hotel was immaculately maintained and had a lovely ambience. The staff were very helpful and friendly, and the breakfast was extensive and enjoyable. And most importantly, we enjoyed an excellent night's sleep for each of our two nights stay. Thoroughly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We very much enjoyed our stay. Ate in restaurant, sampled a number of cocktails and wines and thought breakfast was of very good quality. Room well appointed. Something that let the hotel down was low quality, small and coarse bath towels, pillows that needed renewed. One safety issue noted in bedrooms that I think they need to address also in the turn of the wall outside of the bathrooms. The space between the area between where the suitcase stand is and the space between there and the wall has a very sharp edged surface to it. There could be a sympathetic edging to reduce the risk of injury, but it is a risk and we both noticed it. Overall a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very nice. The walks around it are something to behold. The river is especially awe inspiring. There aren't as many 'destination's to go see as a tourist but I don't see how thats the hotels fault. Great place to stay and unwind, recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irina

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic breakfast, beautifully trained staff, gorgeous atmosphere, great room service, great restaurant, thanks! My hotel of choice from now on
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annie

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We got a free upgrade to a junior suite, which was lovely with a separate sitting area and a nice coffee machine. We spent a good bit of time in the spa, it was all beautifully tiled with lots of things to try. We also had massages which were wonderful and relaxing! Breakfast was delicious with a wide selection to choose from.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Max, Dubai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good style location and service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tali, hays

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
If you like a feel of luxury with an imaginative boutique feel to it, Grand Poet is your hotel. The breakfast and the spa were out of this world. Located dear a gorgeous park and steps away from the old town. Staff is friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Our room on the 5th floor had tremors: likely a generator or piece of ventilation equipment above us on the roof. The bed shook, the glasses rattled. Not restful. The front desk person blamed it on the road traffic. Ridiculous, as it happened without traffic too. Beds were very good. "Snob" restaurant uninteresting and expensive. No gym. Spa good. No parking!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hotel in convenient location. Close to the Old Town and parks by the canal.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colm

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Business Trip

Amazing. Lived this hotel and the location was perfect. The staff were fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harley

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Everything about the hotel was excellent except the spa area. We paid extra to use the facility however only used it twice as it was very noisy with people talking loudly and young children splashing about in the pool. Not a relaxing spa experience at all
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location, comfortable rooms, classy lobby, excellent breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

lisa jane

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic stay

The hotel is fantastic. The room was comfortable, clean and spacious. The spa is excellent and on an evening 7-10pm only over 16s are allowed in which made it more relaxing. The breakfast had a huge selection and very tasty. Would love to stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edgars

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025