Bellevue Park Hotel Riga

This enormous hotel on the other side of the river offers over 200 rooms, two restaurants, a bar and a massive conference centre. All accommodation includes cable TV, climate control, mini-bar, trouser press and bathrooms with hairdryer and shower or tub. Higher end rooms also include bathrobes, slippers, balconies and floor to ceiling windows with views. The reception desk, which is essentially a large aquarium, sets the tone for a comfortable stay beside one of the city's largest parks.