Grand Poet Hotel by Semarah

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

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Front of property
Superior Double Room
Reception
Couples treatment room(s), sauna, hot tub, steam room, body treatments
Interior entrance

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Bar
The current price is AU$230
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec

Explore the area

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

Room options

Standard Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(75 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
Free bottled water
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Junior Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LED TV
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Grand Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
  • 67 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
Free bottled water
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
Free bottled water
  • 36 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
Free bottled water
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Espresso maker
Free bottled water
  • 42 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Riga

A luxury stay in the heart of Riga awaits you at Grand Poet Hotel by Semarah. Within steps you'll find Museum of the Occupation of Latvia and Esplanade Park within a short 5-minute stroll. Highlights at this hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an indoor swimming pool. .A day of pampering at Hedonic Spa can include deep-tissue massages, body wraps and body scrubs along with access to the sauna and hot tub. The fine-dining restaurant, Snob Restaurant, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the 24-hour gym, Hot tub and sauna. Business travelers can take advantage of 6 meeting rooms and a conference centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 5-minute walk of this 5-property class Centrs hotel include Bastion Hill and Freedom Monument.

What's nearby

  • Freedom Monument - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Cathedral of Christ's Nativity - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Three Brothers - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Riga Cathedral - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Riga Christmas Market - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

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 full-service spa and 24-hour fitness centre
Grand Poet Hotel by Semarah offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and Access to hot tub. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

There are 6 meeting rooms available. A 24-hour fitness centre, a sauna, and spa services are also featured at the luxury Grand Poet Hotel by Semarah. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee.

This 5-star Riga hotel is smoke free.

  • 168 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Conference centre
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Grand Poet Hotel by Semarah offers 168 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. LED televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include baths or showers, bathrobes, slippers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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 transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • 24-hour return 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 centre

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
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Lift
  • 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
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Dressing gowns
  • 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

  • Pets: EUR 30 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following 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.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 25 for adults and from 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 may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child aged 5 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

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

What is the cancellation policy at Grand Poet Hotel by Semarah?

Grand Poet Hotel by Semarah offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Grand Poet Hotel by Semarah?

As of 18 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Grand Poet Hotel by Semarah on 24 Dec 2025 start from AU$226.65, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Grand Poet Hotel by Semarah?

The closest beach to Grand Poet Hotel by Semarah is Jurmala Beach (12.5 km).

Is there a spa on site at Grand Poet Hotel by Semarah?

Yep, Hedonic Spa is available for guests. It has a hot tub, a steam room and a sauna. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials, as well as deep-tissue massages. The Spa will be unavailable from February 1 2026 to February 6 2026 (dates subject to change).

Does Grand Poet Hotel by Semarah have a pool?

Grand Poet Hotel by Semarah has an indoor pool. The swimming pool will be unavailable from February 1 2026 to February 6 2026 (dates subject to change).

Does Grand Poet Hotel by Semarah serve breakfast?

Yeah, guests are hooked on the buffet brekkie here! Served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM, this is the perfect spot to fuel up for a day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Grand Poet Hotel by Semarah?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Grand Poet Hotel by Semarah?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Grand Poet Hotel by Semarah?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Grand Poet Hotel by Semarah Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 807 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 148 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 1000 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

Matthew

Travelled 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

Travelled 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 traveller
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

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
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

Travelled 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 traveller
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

Travelled 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 traveller
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

10/10 Excellent

Deanna, Lake Worth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved that you can walk anywhere from here. Lovely hotel and wonderful breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All is good, except some of the internet sites were off
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025