Blog Archive: May 2019

Top 5-star Luxury Hotels in Belek (Antalya /All - Inclusive)

31 May, 2019 | Hotel reviews | 68 seen

Belek is a popular travel destination in Turkey's Antalya province. 

Also, the town is one of the centers of Turkey's tourism industry and is as such home to more than thirty four-star and five-star hotels and other accommodation, services, and entertainment facilities. 

In this article, I have listed Top 5-star all inclusive Luxury Hotels in Belek for 7 days (night) stay

For a luxury stay in Belek, you should be ready to pay about $1,500- $7,000 for a week long stay

Disclosure: Hotels listed in this article contains affiliate links to Booking.com, and if you will click on them and make an actual booking I might earn an affiliate income from that at no cost to you

Calista Luxury Resort

The all-inclusive, 5-star Calista Luxury Resort has a private stretch of Mediterranean beach, a Surf and Sailing school, and luxury spa facilities. There are 10 golf courses within 7 km.

All guest accommodations at Calista Luxury Resort have a private balcony or terrace, giving views of the sea or mountains. All rooms have satellite TV, free WiFi and a spacious en suite bathroom.

10 restaurants at Calista Resort cater for all tastes. Turca Pool Bar serves snacks and drinks on the pool terrace, and drinks at the Garden Restaurant are accompanied by a refreshing sea breeze.

Calista Luxury Resort has 5 floodlit tennis courts, a 5-a-side football pitch and a bowling alley. The 3500m² Callos Spa provide a variety of treatments including saunas, massages, a snow bath and beauty treatments. There is also a mini club, where younger guests can do daily activities without their parents.

The Resort is a half-an-hour drive from Antalya Airport. Free on-site car parking is available.

Price for 7 days: ~ USD 3,001 Book this hotel on Booking.com​

Selectum Luxury Resort

This luxury resort hotel on the Belek coast of Antalya offers spacious rooms with a balcony and a private spa bath. Selectum Luxury Resort features an outdoor pool overlooking Belek’s beachfront.

The large guest rooms of Selectum Luxury Resort feature hardwood floors and high ceilings. Each room is equipped with air conditioning, a minibar with alcoholic and non-alcoholic imported and exported drinks and a luxury bathroom.

Selectum Luxury Resort has 12 tennis courts and 1 small-sized football field. Guests can relax in the spa next to the indoor swimming pool.

There are 10 golf courses within 5 km of the hotel, and staff can help arrange transportation. Free private parking is available on site.

Price for 7 nights: ~ USD 2,100 Book this hotel on Booking.com

Adam & Eve - Adult Only

Boasting a bright and futuristic décor, Adam & Eve - Adult Only offers rooms and self-contained villas along the Mediterranean seashore. It features free Wi-Fi, an extensive spa and an oversized outdoor pool.

All accommodation features mirror-panelled walls and floor-to-ceiling windows. It has modern, white furnishings and a balcony with garden or sea views. Each unit has a wall-mounted widescreen TV and bathroom with hot tub.

A large food selection is guaranteed by 9 different restaurants, including Japanese cuisine and traditional Turkish dishes. It even features a blind restaurant to experience eating in the dark.

The Eden Spa offers a massage parlour, traditional hammam and a solarium. Guests can also work out at the well-equipped gym, or enjoy activities such as tennis, diving and windsurfing.

Adam & Eve - Adult Only is located 2 km from the lively town of Belek. Aspendos Amphitheatre, featuring live shows and performances, is a 30-minute drive away. The hotel offers free private parking.

Price for 7 nights: ~ USD 4,013 Book this hotel on Booking.com

Cornelia De Luxe Resort 

Situated on the shores of Belek, this 5-star all-inclusive resort offers luxurious rooms with a flat-screen TV and a private balcony. Facilities include outdoor pools with waterfalls and water slides.

The air-conditioned rooms at Cornelia De Luxe Resort feature a modern interior. All rooms have a seating area, satellite TV, and a minibar. Some rooms have panoramic views of the Mediterranean Sea.

Cornelia De Luxe offers a 24-hour food and beverage service, with a main buffet restaurant and 5 à la carte restaurants offering dishes from Italian and Mediterranean, Turkish, French and Far East cuisines. There are also 8 different bars on-site.

Guests can enjoy a large selection of sports and activities at Resort Cornelia De Luxe, including tennis, aerobics, billiards and bowling. Children can have fun at the mini club, which features a kids disco.

Cornelia De Luxe Resort’s entertainment staff organises live shows with folk dancing, music and acrobatics during the evening.

Book this hotel on Booking.com

Gloria Serenity Resort

Gloria Serenity Resort features a private Mediterranean beach and a Serenity Spa with a vast range of luxury treatments. There are 10 golf courses within 5 minutes’ drive of the hotel.

Guest rooms have private balconies with garden and sea views, and superior rooms come with a private hot tub. All rooms have an LCD TV with satellite channels and free Wi-Fi access.

The resort features 6 restaurants, ranging from American to Italian to Asian. There are also 10 bars in a variety of locations serving healthy smoothies, vintage wines and a full list of spirits.

Guests can enjoy a treatment in one of the therapy pavilions on the beach, or relax in the indoor thalasso spa. There is a games room with pool tables and arcades, and a sports centre with floodlit football pitches.

Price for 7 nights: ~ USD 2,666 Book this hotel on Booking.com

Gloria Verde Resort - Kids Concept

This large beach-front resort is located in Belek, next to a 45-hole golf course. Gloria Verde features freshwater pools, a spa centre and a beach with unique marine wildlife. Offering extensive and one-of-a-kind facilities specifically tailored for kids and young guests, Gloria Verde Resort comes with a mini club equipped with movie screening sessions and variety of board games. You will find pools for children. Gogi Fun Club features video games, climbing wall and a ball pit for 4 - 12 years old guests.

Along with a special kids restaurant and a playground, creativity activities are available such as origami, handcrafting workshops and puzzle games to keep your kids inspired during your stay at Gloria Verde Resort

Babysitting service and strollers can be provided upon your request at a surcharge for your convenience. Baby cots, baby bathtub and high feeding chairs are offered free of charge. Other baby facilities include bottle warmer and blenders to facilitate your meal preparations.

Guests can enjoy Asian cuisine at the Garuda Restaurant and a fusion of Turkish, Mediterranean and Mexican food at the main Mythos Restaurant. Both eateries focus on healthy, low-calorie dining.

The well-preserved Roman ruins of Perge are less than 30 km from the Gloria Verde Resort. Antalya International Airport is a 30-minute drive away. Free private parking is available on site.

Price for 7 nights: ~ USD 2,068 Book this hotel on Booking.com

Regnum Carya

Regnum Carya Golf & SPA Resort offers indoor/outdoor pools with water slides, a luxury spa centre with massage treatments, a sauna and a steam bath, and a private sandy beach. The hotel is placed at the Carya Golf Course.

The spacious units of Regnum Carya have a private balcony or terrace, many of which overlook the Mediterranean Sea. They all have LCD TV with satellite channels. Some suites offer a spa bath.

Ultra All Inclusive Regnum Carya Golf & SPA Resort provides 7 different restaurants where you can savour variety of dishes. You will find à la carte restaurants, a snack bar and a patisserie.

Guests of Regnum Carya Golf & SPA Resort can swim in the indoor or outdoor pools, or play tennis on one of the floodlit courts for an additional fee. There is a wave pool at the resort. Real Madrid Foundation Clinic Antalya is available on site. The service can be used for an additional fee.

Guests can enjoy shows at the open-air theatre or dance at the on-site disco. Guests can enjoy a day at the famous Land of Legends Theme Park with complimentary access offered by Regnum Carya Golf & SPA Resort.

Price for 7 nights: ~ USD 5,998 Book this hotel on Booking.com

Belek Soho Beach Club

Set in Belek, Belek Soho Beach Club offers beachfront accommodation 11 km from The Land of Legends Theme Park and offers various facilities, such as a fitness centre, a bar and a shared lounge. Boasting a 24-hour front desk, this property also welcomes guests with a restaurant, a water park and a seasonal outdoor pool. The accommodation provides evening entertainment and room service.

At the hotel, the rooms come with a wardrobe. All guest rooms at Belek Soho Beach Club come with a seating area and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.

A continental breakfast is available every morning at the accommodation.

You can play table tennis and darts at Belek Soho Beach Club.

Price for 7 nights: ~ USD 1,596 Book this hotel on Booking.com

Maxx Royal Belek Golf Resort - Kids Concept

Maxx Royal Belek Golf Resort offering extensive and unique facilities specifically-tailored for kids. Located on a 500 m² area, the mini club comes with a playground, mini disco, aquaparks, gymnastic areas and board games .Kids can have creative activities at the mini club. A number of games and a special sand area that is under shade can be found at the beach area for free.

Mini clubs are designated specially for kids between the age of 1-3, 4-7 and 13 -17. There is a camera system in the mini club for the kids between the ages of 1-3 which can be watched in the room as well. Kids younger than 1 year old can be guarded at the mini club. Sleeping room and playroom for babies are available free of charge.

Strollers can be provided upon your request at a surcharge for your convenience. Baby cots, baby pools, baby bathtub and high feeding chairs are offered upon availability. Other baby facilities include bottle warmer and blenders to facilitate your meal preparations. The restaurant comes with a designated area for kids.

The stylish suites are decorated in soothing tones and provide plenty of space. Each room is fitted with wooden floors, LCD TV and a well stocked minibar.

Restaurants at Maxx Royal Belek offer international cuisine including Japanese, Mediterranean, Greek and Turkish specialties. For a refreshing drink, guests can visit as many as 13 bars, each with a distinctive design. Azura Bar is open for 24/7. The Chocolatier offers delicious homemade chocolates, and the bakery Le Melange serves a variety of desserts and cakes.

With a Mediterranean beach setting, the luxurious Maxx Royal Belek Golf Resort offers 7 pools and 5 restaurants. It has an on-site fun fair and a world-class 18-hole golf course. Maxx Royal Spa Centre offers massage rooms, skin treatments and a traditional Turkish bath. Maxx Royal entertainment staff organises daily activities and water sports can be enjoyed on the hotel's private beach.

Price for 7 nights: ~ USD 6,911 Book this hotel on Booking.com

Voyage Belek Golf & Spa Hotel

Voyage Belek is a 5-star all-inclusive resort with a private Mediterranean beach. It features a luxury spa, 8 restaurants and free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel.

All rooms at Voyage Belek Golf & Spa have a furnished balcony, with views of the gardens or the Mediterranean Sea. Every room has a private bathroom and a flat-screen satellite TV.

The resort has numerous restaurants including specialists in Mexican, Japanese, Italian and Turkish cuisines. There are 9 bars, including the Beach Bar, the Underground Disco Bar and the Sunset Jazz Bar.

The Spa Centre offers various massage and beauty treatments, and also features a Vitamin Bar. Voyage Belek has 5 swimming pools, including 2 for children and a heated outdoor pool, and there is also a children’s adventure park.

Book this hotel on Booking.com

HDR Clouds Over Tbilisi

30 May, 2019 | | 30 seen

We are the lucky ones living in an apartment in Tbilisi with some of the most spectacular city views one could think about.

Tbilisi TV tower, mount Mtatsminda, Biltmore hotel building (listed as one of the top 10 luxury hotels in Tbilisi), and many more cool sights

Time after time I love to install a tripod at one (out of three) of our balconies and play with DSLR camera.

Depending on the season the result might vary a lot.

Tbilisi by day (New Apartment Version)

Here is the regular shot:

View towards Tbilisi TV tower

And here is the version with clouds in HDR

Clouds over Tbilisi in HDR

High-dynamic-range imaging (HDRI) is a high dynamic range (HDR) technique used in imaging and photography to reproduce a greater dynamic range of luminosity than is possible with standard digital imaging or photographic techniques. The aim is to present a similar range of luminance to that experienced through the human visual system. The human eye, through adaptation of the iris and other methods, adjusts constantly to adapt to a broad range of luminance present in the environment. The brain continuously interprets this information so that a viewer can see in a wide range of light conditions.

Grill Bar Lighthouse Jūrmala

29 May, 2019 | Restaurant reviews | 15 seen

Grill bar Lighthouse is centrally located on Jomas street in Jūrmala. 

We visited this place in early May 2019, during a short  10 day trip to Latvia. Before diving in details - I should note - grill bar Lighthouse is a kid-friendly place, our then 9-month old daughter enjoyed here a lot

Grill bar Lighthouse serves traditional seasonal Latvian cuisine and not only, but you will also find seafood like shrimps and tuna.

Grill bar Lighthouse in Jūrmala

Grill bar „Lighthouse” is a familial, comfortable and opened place. The light interior with elements of homely design is simple and sophisticated at the same time. The restaurant is friendly to families with children because it provides them with children’s corner and different activity opportunities as well as the furniture necessary for babies.

The menu at grill-bar Lighthouse

Pretty large choice of menu. We opted for some classical Caesar's salad and some meat. 

The excellent chef cook Olga Artemjeva believes that the most important principle when cooking is to cook with love and soul. With her professional skills she makes each meal a special peace of art. Together with grill bar Lighthouse kind staff, you will get the chance to taste not only the traditional and seasonal Latvian food, but also seafood dishes, our own smoked fish and meat, as well as in Latvia produced wine and toasted coffee.

Dinner at grill-bar Lighthouse in Jūrmala​

Secret Tunnel Near Tbilisi Sulfur Bath's

26 May, 2019 | Tourism objects | 145 seen

Ok, probably this tunnel is not so secret after all.

In fact, I was more than 100% sure that the name of this place is Kolga Tbilisi Photo Tunnel, as I have seen a photo exhibition at this tunnel, but Kolga.ge is stubbornly silent on this matter.

Turns out the name for this place is "Leghvtakhevi Tunnel" and the owner of the place is Meidan Group. (see comments)

Kolga Tbilisi Photo organises exhibitions throughout the city, but it doesn't mean that Kolga Tbilisi Photo owns the tunnel, Baratashvili Bridge, galleries and etc.

Located on one level with the river flowing through the Sulfur bath district

Tbilisi sulfur bath district

Abanotubani is one of the most attractive neighborhoods in Tbilisi. It's famous for its public sulfur baths, and very spectacular views.

I believe Tbilisi Sulphur bath district is one of the most iconic Tbilisi sights. Personally, I doubt there are many tourists who have not seen Abanotubani (Tbilisi bath district) while visiting Georgian capital

Kolga Tbilisi Photo exhibition at Leghvtakhevi Tunnel

Photo exhibit in the tunnel

The tunnel is quite interesting and a real hidden gem of Tbilisi. Bypassing tunnel you can reach a small pier with a great view towards Metekhi church.

View towards Metekhi church

Minimum Wages in European Union 2019

25 May, 2019 | Macroeconomics | 50 seen

In 2019 there were 22 out of 28 European Union member states with an official minimum wage set by the government.

Also, it turns out this is already the sixth (#6) article about minimum wages in European Union featured on the blog.

Traditions must be continued and here comes the latest article with the latest data for 2019 about minimum wages in the European Union.

As it happened in the previous year, for this years article, I was able to pull data both for gross and net minimum wage values across the European Union. 

Data source: List of European countries by minimum wage

It should be noted: The calculations are based on the assumption of a 40-hour working week and a 52-week year, with the exceptions of France (35 hours), Belgium (38 hours), United Kingdom (38.1 hours), Ireland (39 hours), and Germany (39.1 hours). Most of the minimum wages are fixed at a monthly rate, but there are countries where the minimum wage is fixed at an hourly rate or weekly rate.

Minimum wage map in European Union 2019

When visualizing data on the map, its' clearly visible that higher minimum wages are set in the Western European countries, despite the higher growth rates are found in Eastern European countries.

Opted for 3rd Pension Pillar

23 May, 2019 | Investments | 9 seen

On May 22, 2019, I opted for the 3rd pension pillar at SEB bank Latvia.

The main reason to sign up to this voluntary pension pillar is the hefty 20% tax refund once a year for the sums invested* (strings attached though)

For now, I have decided to start small and invest really small amounts of money to get my foot wet.

As I already have SEB bank Latvia account (I'm using it for holding Baltic stocks and getting dividend payments from the NASDAQ Baltic listed companies) it was not a brainer to signup for the 3rd pension pillar there

Here is what it's all about

• Supplement your savings with amounts and at times you can afford – regardless of your income level
• Contributions are invested to increase the value of savings in a long-term perspective
• Obtain your savings starting from the age of 55

Now, regarding tax refund:

*You can get your personal income tax refund in the amount of 20% from the contributions made in 3rd pension pillar not exceeding 10% of your gross annual income (salary before taxes). You will receive the reclaimed amount on your current account, and you can redirect it to the existing savings by increasing the amount of your savings.

• For 2019 I plan to invest EUR 304 (could claim tax refund 20% or EUR 60.8)
• 2020 - EUR 876 (tax refund 20% or EUR 175.2)
• 2021 - EUR 1536 (tax refund 20% or 307.2)

When planning retirement I'm looking on a healthy mix of savings instruments available, and 3rd pension pillar is just one of it - currently, I invest in high yield dividend stocks, peer to peer lending and even cryptocurrencies, which all combined already generates still humble, but the decent monthly income.

I believe 3rd pension pillar won't take more than 5-10% from my million dollar retirement savings account (which I plan to enter in 2045), on the other hand, the earliest I will be able to withdraw funds from a 3rd pension fund is in 2040 or 21 year to go. 21 year is plenty of time to build up some serious wealth.

Rebi Gurjaani Restaurant

19 May, 2019 | Restaurant reviews | 29 seen

Rebi Gurjaani is a restaurant located in Gurjaani, we discovered back in September 2017, while returning from a weekend trip to Kakheti back to Tbilisi. Seems Rebi Gurjaani is not only a restaurant but also a hotel. In case you are traveling to Gurjaani, consider Rebi.

Now, regarding restaurant - this place serves typical Georgian cuisine for very affordable money.

The huge outdoor terrace at Rebi Gurjaani restaurant

Menu at Rebi Gurjaani

Kababs and mcvadi at Rebi Gurjaani restaurant

Castello Mare Hotel & Wellness Resort

14 May, 2019 | Hotel reviews | 13 seen

Located at the seafront, Castello Mare Hotel & Wellness Resort is located between Kobuleti and Chakvi seaside villages in Western Georgia. The hotel offers spa facilities, an indoor pool tennis court, and a fitness center.

We booked this hotel for a one night stay via Booking.com at the end of April 2019 and paid about GEL 160. 

The hotel offers spa facilities, indoor pool tennis court and a fitness center.

Room with a seaside view

Each unit in all three buildings features sea view. Modernly furnished, the rooms of Castello Mare Hotel&Wellness Resort include flat-screen TV, air conditioning and a private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hairdryer. Some rooms also offer a private balcony or a terrace.

We got a room with a balcony giving great views towards the rocky beach of Black Sea

Pine & Palm beach 

Explore the beauty of Georgian Black Sea resort towns

The restaurant serves meals with à la carte and buffet options. There is also a bar on site.

Batumi is 12 mi from Castello Mare Hotel&Wellness Resort, while Hopa is 34 mi away. The nearest airport is Batumi International Airport, 16 mi from Castello Mare Hotel&Wellness Resort.

Castello Mare Hotel&Wellness Resort

Cabo Cafe

12 May, 2019 | Restaurant reviews | 7 seen

Cabo cafe is a cafe with a unique charm, located in Mežaparks, on the very shore of lake Ķīšezers.

Cabo cafe serves burgers, french fries, and delicious shashlik. First discovered by a recommendation from a friend. Now visited pretty regular once in Riga.

Grilled meat at Cabo cafe

Cabo cafe neat Ķīšezers in Riga

Chateau Eniseli

11 May, 2019 | Hotel reviews | 16 seen

We booked a stay at Chateau Eniseli back in September 2017.

During our stay here we had a great opportunity to enjoy the rtveli or grape harvesting, see: Grape Harvest Rtveli in Georgia (Region of Kakheti)

Wine cellar at Chateau Eniseli

Offering tours of the historical vineyard and winery at the property, Chateau Eniseli provides hotel accommodation located in the heart of the Kakheti countryside. Free WiFi is available.

Rooms at Chateau Eniseli feature air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a sofa. They also have a private bathroom with shower. Some rooms also have a balcony.

Room at Chateau Eniseli

As we were traveling in a large company, I had to book 3 rooms for our stay here.

Every morning a hearty continental breakfast is served with lots of fresh produce such as homemade jams and honey. There is also a hotel restaurant providing authentic and delicious regional specialities.

The dining hall at Chateau Eniseli

For additional money, we ordered a supper here.

Guests are welcome to relax in the pleasant gardens at Chateau Eniseli, where they will find a furnished terrace. It is the perfect spot to enjoy a glass of locally-produced wine.

Chateau Eniseli

The Gremi historical complex of the Royal Citadel and Church of the Archangels is just 3 km from the property. Tbilisi can be reached in less than 2 hours by car from Chateau Eniseli. Free private parking is available.

April 2019 Dividend Income Report - $164.24

8 May, 2019 | Investments | 10 seen

Welcome to the twenty-fourth (#24) dividend income report, covering earnings I've made from dividend-paying stocks, peer to peer lending (both fiat and cryptocurrencies) in April 2019.

Despite Spring is in the full blow here in Tbilisi, we still managed to catch a little from winter at the start of the Month when traveled to the Stepatsminda village (this village has a Google Market) in the footsteps of Mount Kazbek

Mount Kazbek and Gergeti church in Georgia

$164.24 was taken from dividend stocks and peer to peer lending in April 2019.

Additional $214 were made from options trading, but as options trading is not actually a passive form of making money while you are sleeping it wouldn't be fair to include it in dividend income report. On the other hand option income is a nice way to give a boost to the overall portfolio. 

Disclosure: This article contains affiliate links to mintos.com peer to peer lending website, by clicking on links on this page and by making an investment on mintos.com, I might earn affiliate income at no cost to you. Also, I'm not a financial advisor and I don't give you any advice, I'm just sharing my own experience. Investments in stocks, funds, bonds or cryptos are risk investments and you could lose some or all of your money. Do your due diligence before investing in any kind of asset. 

Both individuals and entities can invest through Mintos. Individual investors must be at least 18 years old, have a bank account in the European Union or third countries currently considered to have AML/CFT systems equivalent to the EU, and have their identity successfully verified by Mintos. At the moment, US citizens or taxpayers cannot register as investors at Mintos.

Sign up for Mintos.com here. By using my affiliate link for registration both you and I will receive — 1% of our average daily balance which should be paid in 3 installments for the first 90 days.

Interest income in April 2019

From the stocks, Mintos.com peer to peer lending and from cryptocurrency lending on Poloniex.com I got following income last month:

Ticker

Earnings

Mintos

€43.54

TKM1T

€38.97

ATRS

€13.50

NRZ

€10.22

PNNT

€9.68

CODI

€7.77

EDF

€6.82

CLM

€5.44

EDI

€5.15

AWP

€3.79

Poloniex

€1.74

Total: EUR 146.64 / USD 164.24

In total there were 11 great companies paying us dividends in April

Mintos continues to be #1 in terms of interest income generated

Mintos.com Review After 24 Month of Investing in Peer to Peer Lending

The YoY growth rate for my dividend income in April 2019 was + 72.03%. or  $68.77 more than a year ago in April 2018. That's the growth rate I like.

Monthly income to the date

My journey towards million dollars in savings account now is already 2 years old. The result, so far, looks quite good. Dividends are growing. 

Monthly Income chart as of April 2019

The cumulative earnings for 2019 now are $610.56  which is exactly 29.86% from my goal of 2019 ($2,045). On average, it would ask me to generate $179.31 every month for the next 8 months to reach my goal.

I'm pretty confident reaching this goal, as there are already several months planned to have dividend income at the level of $200/mo.

2018 in Review and Financial Goals for 2019

Goals for April 2020

This is my favorite part of the reports - trying to forecast/set goals for the next year. But before setting a goal for 2020, let's see what I forecasted/said a year ago:

When looking on April 2019 dividend income, it would be cool to reach $150/mo a year after. 

Wow, I just did it, not only I reached $150 in dividend income, but also cracked this goal by humble 14 dollars. Awesome.

When setting goals for April 2020, I will say I want to increase dividend income by at least $70 - it translates in $234. Let's keep odd number. I like them. lol

I guess I will try to double / triple positions in following stocks - NRZ, PNNT, CODI, EDF, EDI, AWP and more - to get there

Restaurant by Plane Tree / Telavi

5 May, 2019 | Restaurant reviews | 11 seen

Restaurant by Plane Tree in Telavi is located next to the Giant Plane Tree.

Because of a touristic spot, prices at this restaurant is well above the average, though the food is delicious.

Restaurant by Plane Tree

Cucumber/tomato salads

Autosole Economy Motel in Riga

4 May, 2019 | Hotel reviews | 16 seen

Autosole Economy is set in a wooden building, 3 km from Riga’s Old Town.

We booked Autosole Economy for one night back in September 2017, paid for a stay here ~ EUR 60. 

Despite a week ago we stayed at 4-star Park Hotel by Radisson hotel in Riga, we booked Autosole motel, because it's a rare pet-friendly hotel in Riga, we had a flight next morning to the Tbilisi and we were traveling with both of our cats.

Free parking in front of the motel at Autosole Riga

All rooms at Autosole are decorated with light and warm colours. Each features a TV with satellite channels, a refrigerator and a desk. Every private bathroom comes with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Some rooms boast a sauna.

Sauna at AutoSole economy 

We paid an extra some EUR 20, just to have sauna. Really amazing feature. Not to speak this room included a hot tube also.

Breakfast at Autosole economy motel in Riga

Breakfast is served daily at Autosole Economy and it is possible to order snacks and drinks 24 hours a day. Guests can relax in a garden or at a terrace on site. It is also possible to store the luggage, free of charge.

The Autosole is situated 6 km from Riga Airport and the airport shuttle is available at a surcharge. Saliena Golf Complex is 13 km away. The resort city of Jurmala can be reached in 15 minutes by car.