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The Naughty Squirrel Backpackers

Property class: 2

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A bar area with a Coca-Cola machine, various liquor bottles, and a person behind the bar.
A kitchen with a stove, oven, microwave, and various utensils. There is a sign for a free group chat and a clock on the wall.
A bathroom with two sinks, a mirror, and a door with a colorful mural.
A dormitory room with bunk beds, a mirror, and a window.
A group of people gathered on a street at night.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
The current price is NZ$133
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov

Explore the area

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Kalēju street 50, Riga, Vidzeme, LV-1050
  • Place, St. Peter's Church
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Riga Christmas Market
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Riga Central Market
    ‪6 min walk‬

Room options

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

Room

  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room, 1 King Bed, Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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About the area

Riga

At The Naughty Squirrel Backpackers you'll be within steps of Art Nouveau Buildings and St John's Church. Highlights at this hostel include free in-room WiFi. .At the hostel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Old Town Riga hostel include Latvian National Opera and Riga Film Museum.
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What's nearby

  • Latvian National Opera - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • St. Peter's Church - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Riga Christmas Market - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Riga Central Market - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Riga Cathedral - 6 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Riga-Pasažieru Station - 17 min walk
  • Riga International Airport (RIX) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Aussie Backpackers Pub - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Wellton Centrum Hotel & SPA - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Tapas Tapas Cafe-Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Melnā Bite - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Thirsty Bulldog - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Naughty Squirrel Backpackers

The Naughty Squirrel Backpackers offers its guests multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in common area. Public spaces have free WiFi. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. The Naughty Squirrel Backpackers also features laundry facilities, a communal living room, and a microwave in a common area.

This Riga hostel is smoke free.

  • 74 guestrooms or units
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Locker space
  • Bar or lounge
The Naughty Squirrel Backpackers offers 74 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Fridges and microwaves are provided.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Printer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property hosts dance parties, music festivals, and private events daily. Guests should expect a high level of noise from inside the property and the surrounding area. Events and bar activity occur between 8 AM and 11 PM daily. Events typically continue outside the property until approximately 2 AM-4 AM. Guests returning to the property during this time may also generate noise.
Per property policy, guests must be aged 18-45 to stay at this property from June-August. Throughout the rest of the year, guests must be at least 18 to stay at this property.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 18 and older are welcome.

Payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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.

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, debit cards and cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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, debit cards and cash. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 18 years old aren't allowed.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to The Naughty Squirrel Backpackers?

The closest beach to The Naughty Squirrel Backpackers is Jurmala Beach (13 km).

How much does it cost to stay at The Naughty Squirrel Backpackers?

As of 4 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Naughty Squirrel Backpackers on 9 Nov 2026 start from NZ$133, 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.

Is The Naughty Squirrel Backpackers family-friendly?

No, The Naughty Squirrel Backpackers is an adults-only property.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Naughty Squirrel Backpackers?

No, The Naughty Squirrel Backpackers does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Naughty Squirrel Backpackers?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Naughty Squirrel Backpackers?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Naughty Squirrel Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hosts and plenty of events that make it easy to meet other travellers. I felt very safe throughout my stay and met lots of friendly people. The hostel is also conveniently located close to restaurants, bars, and bus stops.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Grym upplevelse. Fest och mycket skoj!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was ok and showers/toilets nearby which were cleaned regularly. Forgot my padlock but can be borrowed from reception for a fully refundable fee once returned.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026