Carillon Aparthotel is an apartment hotel located in the very heart of Old Riga, within the UNESCO World Heritage zone, at 13 Pils Street, just a few steps from the Presidential Palace, Dome Square, museums, and the city’s favourite leisure spots. The apartment hotel is an excellent choice both for shorter visits and for long-term stays. It is designed for guests who appreciate privacy, elegant interiors, and the authentic atmosphere of Riga’s historic centre.
The history of the Carillon Aparthotel building begins in the second half of the 19th century. In 1870, a two-storey rental house was mentioned for the first time in state archives, and later it underwent significant transformations.
In the early 20th century, around 1905, Latvian merchant Alexander Mentzendorff commissioned Baltic German architect Alfred Aschenkampff to expand the structure and turn it into a unified complex of five- and six-storey buildings. This reconstruction defined the architectural character of the building, which can still be felt today — both in its façade and in the layout of its interior spaces.
Over the decades, the building repeatedly changed its purpose — it once housed a printing house, a rental residence, a theatre, and even a strip club. Due to years of abandonment, the historic property eventually fell into disrepair, until in September 2023 it underwent complete reconstruction, modernisation, and conversion into an apartment hotel.
The rebirth of Carillon Aparthotel building is a story of honouring the past and of meticulous restoration. The interiors preserve authentic wooden structures and tiled stoves, while elements bearing the mark of time — such as ceramic tiles, railings and decorative details — have been restored. Together, they create a truly unique atmosphere.
During the building’s refurbishment, its historical layout was preserved, and each room was given an individual character. The result is truly unique apartments — each room tells its own story.
Special attention was paid to the windows: the original ground-floor windows were restored, while precise visual replicas were created for the upper floors. As all the windows had unique shapes and designs, their new copies were crafted according to individual drawings.
One of the apartment hotel’s highlights is its eight original tiled stoves — carefully relocated and harmoniously integrated into the interiors as refined decorative accents. At the same time, the basement was redesigned to meet modern needs: it now contains technical rooms, a gym, and a laundry area, making long-term stays especially comfortable.
The interior of Carillon Aparthotel is not merely an aesthetic choice but a well-considered concept reflecting Riga’s cultural identity. The design draws inspiration from elements of Art Nouveau and Art Deco — styles that have long been part of the city’s visual language. Art Nouveau, characteristic of Old Riga with its flowing lines, floral motifs, and delicate details, meets Art Deco, whose expressiveness lies in geometry, rhythmic lines, contrasts, and refined materials.
In the hotel’s interiors, both styles form a harmonious ensemble — seen in colour palettes, ornaments, and furniture lines, creating a calm and elegant environment. The emphasis is placed on natural materials, especially wood textures, as well as high-quality contemporary design that lends the space a modern yet understated sense of luxury.
This design approach is no coincidence — it reflects the character of Old Riga: historic yet lively; elegant yet unpretentious. For travellers, it offers an opportunity to immerse themselves in the city’s aesthetic traditions.
Carillon Aparthotel is an apartment hotel that offers guests the privacy of independent accommodation while maintaining the advantages of hotel services. The rooms are equipped with kitchen areas, living spaces, and well-designed workstations — an ideal solution for business travellers, families, or couples seeking a romantic getaway in Old Riga.
Every guest at Carillon Aparthotel receives not just a high-quality accommodation, but also the chance to immerse themselves in the atmosphere of the Old Town. Excellent restaurants, theatres, concert halls, and picturesque walking routes are all nearby, allowing visitors to fully enjoy the charm of the historic centre.
Carillon Aparthotel is more than just a hotel. It is a contemporary interpretation of history, where authenticity and comfort come together in a single narrative. It is an invitation to travel back through the centuries while enjoying all the conveniences of the 21st century — right where the heart of Riga beats.
