PROS: Wonderful location. Host was helpful providing information on how to get to apartment and provided us with extra towel and sheet upon request. Cool looking place with fun decorations.
CONS:
- The place smelled every time we entered it. The place was very humid and the dehumidifier did its best but it wasn't enough. Clothes and sheets were damped and it was hard to sleep at night even with the heater and blankets provided.
- Furniture was not set up like in the pictures. We were 5 people and found out that differently from what is shown in the pictures, there was no single bed. There were two double beds total. Fifth person had to sleep on a couch. When we confronted the host regarding inaccuracies and missing bed, she responded that place was exactly as shown in the pictures, which is not true.
- The place is dirty and is in needed of some serious cleaning. Red cloth mattress coverings, pillow cases and curtains need to be washed and cleaned. They are likely full of dust mites. Don’t be surprised to find spider webs and spiders in various places. Also, mattresses are worn out and extremely uncomfortable to sleep in.
Other minor issues with property include leaking fridge, small tub, and hard to find light switches. Also, I do not recommend this place for tall people since in some areas the ceiling/doors are not very high. Lastly, beds were not made. Host explained that this is not an expectation when you rent an apartment in Riga so let the host know if you want your bed made prior to arrival.