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It offers air-conditioned rooms with flat-screen TV, Wi-Fi, a minibar, a safe and a Nespresso coffee machine..\r\n\r\nThe Dome hotel combines tradition, modern interior design, and state-of-the-art technology. Its individually decorated rooms offer king-size beds with Egyptian linens. Each has custom-made furniture and wood-panelled walls.\r\n\r\nRiga\u2019s Dome Cathedral and the Riga Castle are both a 2-minute walk away. The House of the Blackheads is within 10 minute walking distance from Dome Hotel & Spa - Relais & Ch\u00e2teaux. Many restaurants, bars and shops are in the surrounding area.\r\n\r\nThe Dome Hotel\u2019s elegant spa complex combines Baltic traditions with Asian influences. It includes a Turkish bath, a sauna on the roof terrace, 2 massage rooms and a lounge.\r\n\r\nHotel's Le Dome restaurant serves contemporary Latvian dishes using local fish and countryside products. 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Visit Riga\u2019s Old Town<\/span><\/h3>\n
House of Blackheads<\/span><\/h3>\n
Taste Latvia\u2019s Balzams<\/span><\/h3>\n
Check out the Freedom Monument<\/span><\/h3>\n
Eat Traditional Latvian Cuisine<\/font><\/h3>\n
Buy some Souvenirs<\/font><\/h3>\n
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Dome Hotel & Spa<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Grand Palace Hotel<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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