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Reviews of Cinnamon Sally Backpackers Hostel

Merķeļa iela 1, Rīga, LV-1050, Latvia

#8 of 111 hotels in Rīga

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Review score

Based on 1096 hostel reviews

9.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.2

  • Comfort

    9.2

  • Location

    9.6

  • Facilities

    9.2

  • Staff

    9.7

  • Value for money

    9.4

  • Free WiFi

    9.6

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  • Reviewed: 26 June 2024

    9.0
    Nice backpacker hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It‘s a nice hostel to connect and with amazing breakfast buffet

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 June 2024

    10
    Phenomenal hostel!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing! 👍

    Could not have been any better! Great sense of community with all of the staff and guests. Will definitely be staying here again and would recommend it to everyone! A hidden gem inside the hidden gem of Riga!!!

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 June 2024

    10
    One of the best hostels I have ever stayed.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Staff are very helpful. It is right across from the main railway station. It is so convenient. There is a McDonald right downstairs. Bathrooms and the shower rooms are clean.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 June 2024

    8.0
    Good backpacker hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    As mostly kitchen is the most problematic place to keep clean - someone spills something, kitchen towel is used to mop floor etc. Due to central location noise from the streets was expected.

    The co-working space was really good to have and quiet. Lovely designed sinks outside of the toilets gave an opportunity to freshen up when coming in. Good size lockable cupboards. All necessary utensils in the kitchen for cooking. Good speed Wifi.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 June 2024

    9.0
    A good place for a solo traveller
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The location of the place was nice. Which was close to the old town and the train station.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 June 2024

    9.0
    Great community. I met many fun people
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Welcoming atmosphere from the first minute on

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 June 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing to say

    Everything was great, great location, great cleanliness, great vibe.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 June 2024

    8.0
    Good experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    It can get a bit warm at nights, so you can either open the window and get the noise form the street or just cope with the heat. The bunk beds are quite shaky.

    The staff is great and the hostel is very organized and well run. The overall facilities are well kept and there was always an available toilet/shower.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 June 2024

    8.0
    Very nice hostel in Riga
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    It is a bit tricky to get into the hostel the first time, so make sure to follow the instructions.

    Awesome location in Riga! Very friendly atmosphere in the hostel, all the guests were nice, and also the staff. Staff at the reception was super welcoming and gave me also tips on what not to miss in Riga, so great! Breakfast was quite good, but not excellent.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 June 2024

    10
    If in Riga, I would highly recommend Cinnamon Sally’s as a place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location, atmosphere and cleanliness. Very welcoming and inclusive.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 June 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was just great- the staff, the location, the vibe.. I had an amazing stay. Plus the handmade croissants and waffles for breakfast were wonderful

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 June 2024

    10
    Location, vibes, free breakfast! Very pleasant stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing actually. There was no hot water when i had my shower in the morning though.

    Location is close to everything: mall, old town, attractions! Bed is comfy and bedroom is clean. Locker provided with a lock and can fit my carry-on! Staff always smiling, vibing and happy! Free breakfast with freshly baked bread, waffles and croissant, boiled eggs, veggies fruits and cheese was super nice of them. Free coffee and tea all the time.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 June 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was a lack of ventilation in the room, so windows were needed to be open all night but due to loud noises outside were hard to fall asleep. Curtains for each bed would add more privacy too

    Cosy and clean shared areas, good location next to train station, decent breakfast

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 June 2024

    9.0
    A fun and wonderful stay at a very social hostel! See you again!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nitpicks that really didn't matter much overall: The noise from outside was sometimes a bit much due to the revving of cars and motorbikes, earplugs hurt my ears so I don't use them, and the beds had no kind of privacy curtains. Still a very strong true 9/10, probably even 10 for most, not like some other 9/10 hostels that I have been to in the region, which makes me question people's standards.

    Cinnamon Sally was the most social hostel I have been in so far, and a good lesson on other hostels about some quality of life things available and/or free of charge. That includes stuff for cooking, towels and bedding prepared already, shower gel present, some hair and skin care products to use freely and a simple but really convenient breakfast. It's not that hard, other hostels! I really enjoyed my stay, even as a more introverted person. The staff has great chemistry among themselves, which helped us guests to relax too. They were also flexible and quick to help out and answer questions. Other guests would regularly form groups and go out together, either for excursions or nights out, lunch, whatnot. Location is good, too, walking distance to many things to see. After an initial period of confusion it's very handy to be there for the public transport and groceries. I am certainly visiting again when I get back to Riga.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Good lockers with no additional payments. Cute breakfast included. The location. The vibe of the place.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nice , quiet , friendly , helpful and great location The blonde receptionist was exceptional, so helpful and friendly , and her English knowledge was amazing ❤️

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 May 2024

    8.0
    Perfect place to stay in Riga
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Everything was good, few suggestions for improvement: - Add curtains with the bed - Entrance of the property and lift

    A very good place to stay in Riga

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    What a lovely place! Cozy, great location near train station, very social, really comfy beds, great breakfast, clean, but it’s deffinitely the staff what makes it so special. One of the best hostels i’ve ever stayed in for sure. 🤍

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Best ever Hostel i've been so far. Great staff and Service, had a very good time and will come back again one day

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 May 2024

    9.0
    Great stay for a day in Riga
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Probably the fact that it was a bit noisy - we had our windows open and there were a lot of cars and some shouting people outside.

    The staff was super friendly and I liked it that you leave your shoes at the door, so it's clean and comfy inside the hostel.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The hostel staff was very friendly and helpful in everything. The space is organised for both leisure and work. Ideal and comfortable option for solo travel.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 May 2024

    9.0
    Fantastic stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Excellent, friendly staff with great local knowledge and recommendations.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 May 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Fantastic staff, great location. Free breakfast is great

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 May 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Adding curtains to the beds would pretty much make the hostel a 10/10.

    The breakfast was great, also loved the unlimited coffee during the day. The location is perfect, especially since everything in Riga is walkable. I would definitely stay again, the vibe was great and I met lots of fun people!

    Stayed in May 2024

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