Hotel Riviera

3.0 star property
Beach hotel near Bournemouth Beach
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View from property
Terrace/patio
Standard Twin Room
View from property
Property grounds

Reviews

7.8 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
    Restaurant

Explore the area

Map
5 West Cliff Gardens, Bournemouth, England, BH2 5HL
  • Bournemouth Beach
    7 min walk
  • Alum Chine Beach
    9 min walk
  • Oceanarium
    10 min walk
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    14 min drive

Room options

Standard Single Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Twin Room, Sea View

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Single Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Double Room, Sea View

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Bournemouth

At Hotel Riviera you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of popular places like Bournemouth Beach and Bournemouth International Centre. Highlights at this beach hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Added amenities include a snack bar/deli, multilingual staff and luggage storage. Full breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 9:00 AM. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this 3-property class Bournemouth City Centre hotel include New Forest National Park and Poole Harbour.

What's nearby

  • Bournemouth Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Oceanarium - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Bournemouth International Centre - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Bournemouth Pavillion Theatre - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Bournemouth Pier - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Bournemouth Station - 7 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brasserie Blanc - Bournemouth - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Brewhouse & Kitchen - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Pasa Too - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Hop Inn - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Durley Inn - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hotel Riviera

Beach hotel near Bournemouth Beach
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, multilingual staff, and a garden are also featured at Hotel Riviera. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Bournemouth hotel is smoke free.

  • 34 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Hotel Riviera offers 34 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries. This Bournemouth hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: GBP 10 for adults and GBP 5 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 10 for adults and from GBP 5 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Property is also known as

Hotel Riviera Bournemouth
Riviera Bournemouth
Hotel Riviera Hotel
Hotel Riviera Bournemouth
Hotel Riviera Hotel Bournemouth

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Riviera?

Hotel Riviera offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Hotel Riviera?

Yep, Hotel Riviera has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Hotel Riviera?

Yep, Hotel Riviera is a short 7-minute walk from Bournemouth Beach.

Does Hotel Riviera serve breakfast?

Yeah, full breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Riviera?

No, Hotel Riviera does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hotel Riviera?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Riviera?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Hotel Riviera Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 20 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
No
Wanted to take our car keys which definitely was not happening I pretty much had to walk side ways to get into the room and attitude changed when we refused to give the car keys great location but definitely wouldn't be staying there again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Sea views and good location
Fabulous location with sea views, beautiful gardens overlooking the sea and a few mins walk to the beach, just 10 mins from the pier. Although the hotel is very dated in decor, you’re really paying for the view and great hospitality. The building has a beautiful Victorian staircase, and a traditional feel. The room was functional but needs updating. Shame there were no toiletries other than hand soap in the bathroom. A little shampoo could be included in the room rate. Free parking and ample space in the Carpark. The owners were very helpful and friendly. Breakfast was extra but very nice and sustained us for the day. I’d stay again. Great location and hospitality!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
As requested twice now...i hsve been carged twice for staying in this hotel...once by you ,& once by the hotel...who shoukd i be reimbursed by???
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best sea view
Brilliant location with fantastic sea view. Short distance walk to sea and the town centre. Room basic and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

Marcin , Carnoustie Scotland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Nice small hotel, perfect location.
Slightly outdated but very clean place. Perfect location, close to the beach and the town centre. Very friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

BRENDAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Welcomming
Friendly staff, nice sea view
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Never again
Very old deco, small room, no shower cubicle, slow wi-fi, and extremely bad value for money
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

GARY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely stay , location perfect
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017

8/10 Good

Phil, Nottinghamshire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Good hotel close to the beach
We had a three day break, wanting to do some walking by the sea and to Relax and that's what we did, perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Pleasant stay at Hotel Riviera
Pleasant hotel . Very small car park but staff were very helpful in helping me park. Breakfast was good , I ate out in the evening , only 10 minutes walk to a number of restaurants. Will find was decent and although compact , the room and bathroom were fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017

8/10 Good

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

joann, jc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
close to beach
Lovely view and not far from town and beach and hotel was very clean and staff very helpful would stay there again , only down thing I could say is rooms could do with a bit off a update

8/10 Good

Eileen M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

8/10 Good

Douglas, Hereford

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Check in easy and quick with charming friendly staff. Breakfast good and plentiful with lots of choice. Room was a little dated but very clean with gorgeous sea view. Draught beer in the bar would be a great addition!

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sea View
Excellent position in the town. Ramp down to beach close to hotel. Staff very helpful and friendly. Sea view was really a sea view.

10/10 Excellent

Mr Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent service and attention at Riviera - relaxing

4/10 Poor

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Don't expect a Palace
I paid £24, so I wasn't expecting a palace. I didn't get one. The building is old and tired - I've no problem with that, I use an old building in Berlin regularly. The stud walls used to split up the old rooms meant I could hear people in adjoining rooms to my left, and I could also hear people upstairs. The TV didn't work properly, and the wi-fi didn't work at all. I need to be back in Southampton / Bournemouth soon, but have no plans to return to this hotel - but again, £24 vs over £100 in Southampton when I was booking

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Charming hotel with great location
Wonderful Hotel and very helpful staff! Calm area close to the beach and a nice walk in to the city centre. The interior is a bit dated, but that is only part of the charm! Astounding view of the sea. Spent four nights at the hotel and would definitely stay here again when visiting Bournemouth.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Paulo Vicente

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hotel de médio padrão.
Quarto pequeno,mas o suficiente para uma pessoa que está de turismo e fica pouco no hotel. O complicado é a pia que fica no quarto fazendo o quarto mais apertado. Local muito bom. O banheiro tem sua deficiência mas dá para satisfazer por uma semana. O serviço é bom. As pessoas prestativas e educadas.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2017