Dome Hotel

Christmas In Riga

"A renovated 17th‑century residence tucked down a charming side street, this Art Nouveau marvel lets old world meet modern luxe design as classical ceilings and ancient frescos preside over minimalist furniture. Rooms fold bold modernist armchairs and bright monochrome linens into an atmosphere that still hints at upper‑class gentility. With 24‑hour concierge support for everything from booking theatre tickets to reserving a flight on a private plane, there’s plenty of leverage to keep you within its walls. After a tiring day’s shopping, head for the fifth‑floor Finnish sauna to relax to breathtaking views of the Old Town and the Dome Cathedral, then on to the intimate, Michelin‑recommended restaurant for a cocktail and a great choice of fish and meat dishes. The long, narrow room has a vaulted ceiling and walls adorned with black‑and‑white photos of the Old Town; in summer, the restaurant transfers to a lovely roof terrace with views of the Cathedral and the Daugava River. Cooking is modern and creative with some original twists yet a pleasing amount of restraint: fish and seafood are to the fore with subtle international influences, prime ingredients mostly from the Baltic region, plus a caviar selection and some top‑end wines for those celebrating." - Elizabeth Winter