Riviera Lodge Hotel

3.5 star property
Victorian Torquay hotel in Torquay City Centre with a nearby private beach
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Exterior
Aerial view
Deluxe Double Room, Pool View
Premium Double Room
Reception

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
26 Croft Road, Torquay, England, TQ2 5UE
  • Riviera International Conference Centre
    8 min walk
  • Princess Theatre
    10 min walk
  • Torre Abbey
    11 min walk
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    37 min drive

Room options

Classic Single Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
LCD TV
Portable fan
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
LCD TV
Portable fan
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Compact Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
LCD TV
Portable fan
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 18.00 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Compact Single Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
LCD TV
Portable fan
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Standard Compact Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
LCD TV
Portable fan
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Deluxe Double Room, Pool View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
LCD TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Bathrobes
  • 36.00 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Double Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
LCD TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Bathrobes
  • 22.00 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
LCD TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Portable fan
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Torquay

Riviera Lodge Hotel places you in the centre of Torquay, within a short 5-minute stroll of Abbey Pitch and Putt and Greek Orthodox Church of Saint Andrew. Highlights at this Victorian hotel include 2 bars/lounges, a nearby private beach and free self-parking. .For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own poolside bar. Enjoy the Hot tub, seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .In proximity to this 3.5-property class Torquay City Centre hotel you'll find Dartmoor National Park.

What's nearby

  • Riviera International Conference Centre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Princess Theatre - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Torre Abbey Sands - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Babbacombe Beach - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Meadfoot Beach - 8 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Torquay Station - 14 min walk
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Loungers Visto Lounge - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Bull & Bush - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bistrot Pierre - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Riviera Lodge Hotel

Victorian Torquay hotel in Torquay City Centre with a nearby private beach
A private beach is featured. Riviera Lodge Hotel offers its guests Access to hot tub and a seasonal outdoor pool. Along with a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Riviera Lodge Hotel. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Victorian Torquay hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 17 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Built in 1880
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
Riviera Lodge Hotel offers 17 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature DVD players and a safe. This individually furnished accommodation includes desks. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 21-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, German

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 12 per day)
  • Street parking available
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • High-pile carpet in room
  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1880
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 21-inch LCD TV with digital channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 30.00
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 30.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10 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 ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 16 February and 30 April.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 14 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 14 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit is due within 24 hours of booking the reservation.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 12 per day
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 30.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 30.00 (subject to availability)

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events are allowed on site
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Barclaycard, debit cards and cash. Parties and events are allowed on site. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in September.
  • Pool access available from 9:30 AM to 9 PM
  • Children 14 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Riviera Lodge Hotel
Riviera Hotel Torquay
Riviera Lodge Hotel Torquay Devon
Riviera Lodge Hotel Torquay
Riviera Torquay
Riviera Lodge Hotel Torquay Devon
Riviera Lodge Hotel Hotel
Riviera Lodge Hotel Torquay
Riviera Lodge Hotel Hotel Torquay

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Riviera Lodge Hotel?

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

Is parking available at Riviera Lodge Hotel?

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

Are there any beaches close to Riviera Lodge Hotel?

Yep, Riviera Lodge Hotel is a short 11-minute walk from Torre Abbey Sands. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and waterskiing. You can also find boat tours.

Does Riviera Lodge Hotel have a pool?

Riviera Lodge Hotel has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open 9:30 AM to 9 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from May to September).

What makes Riviera Lodge Hotel a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Riviera Lodge Hotel.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Riviera Lodge Hotel?

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

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

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

Are pets allowed at Riviera Lodge Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Riviera Lodge Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 92 out of 132 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 132 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 132 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 132 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 132 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

James

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Pete

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly & efficient - the accommodation very comfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Baldish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing hotel!! If you are visiting area and can afford that bit more, then choose this place. You will NOT be disappointed!! Family run business and they were lovely!! Pool awesome and they have a hot tub!! We loved it!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our stay in Torquay.
Really enjoyed our stay at the Riviera Lodge Hotel. The people who owned it and the staff were all very friendly and helpful. The hotel was clean. The room was a compact double and enough for our needs. Tea and coffee and 2 bottles of water in the room. The breakfast was enjoyable. Would definitely go back to the same hotel again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was ok nothing to dislike very nice pool south facing
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

alan

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel would book again!
Overall this is probably one of the best hotels we have ever stayed at. Nothing was too much and we enjoyed our stay that much so, that we extended our stay for another two nights. Very clean. Breakfast was provided with a large variety to choose from. Bar area was nice, had a pool table and liked the personal touch that there were packs of cards/dominos for guests to use as well. Pool area was lovely and we used the hot tub which was great too. It was sanitised between uses. The only negative was the room we were moved to for the final night was very small compared to our previous room. They did ask if we would like to view the room and we did say no. I just felt that as the rooms were the same price, they were very different in size. The room on the last night also got very, very warm. However, we had a great stay overall and the hotel was in a desirable location also. We would definitely consider going back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful and friendly staff. Breakfast was great and the pool and jacuzzi also. A good location and easy to access the harbour and town centre. The wifi in my room was pretty non existent but was advised that they are aware of this and do have boosters. The weak wifi connection seems to be the case for most venues in the Torquay area though so not really a fault of the hotel I’d suggest. I would recommend staying here and have already to my friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Everything about the hotel was excellent the pool area (although we didn’t use the pool) the bar. Our room was lovely. The owners were very helpful. Check in was easy & quick. Would definitely book a stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
eo days in Torquay
Lovely place to stay in s perfect position , pool and hot tub in the lovely garden , breakfast was nice , shower in bathroom had little pressure and could have been easier to work but overall we would stay again , hosts could not go enough for us
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Betty

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A great find 👍
Just returned from a weekend stay at Rivera Lodge, we enjoyed everything about it, friendly professional owners and staff, swift and easy check in/out, very clean hotel, nice rooms, a lovely bar, seating area over looking a very well maintained heated pool and garden area contain a hot tub (although sadly never got to use them due to the English weather,), very good location a 10 min walk to beach and Torquay town, would definitely recommend and will be visiting again 👍
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
Warning – please read carefully! We came across this hotel on the Expedia site and were looking forward to a week away as we were caring for my mum 24/7 and were ready for a weeks respite with mum going into a care home during our break. We had booked 2 rooms so my daughter and partner could come with us. Sadly on the 30 June 2019 my mum died suddenly and unexpectedly. This was the day we were to travel down and start our holiday. I informed the Hotel owners at 11.30am and explained we would not be able to come under the very sad circumstances so they could re-let the rooms. Later I enquired about a refund expecting a gesture in the very sad circumstances. All I got was a list of excuses why no refund at all would be given. We were shocked as were Expedia! They actually made more profit out of us than usual with NO food cost, NO cleaning or linen costs. I will never book at this hotel again as the owners showed no compassion offering not a penny refund and are only interested in their own bank balance. If you do book here you need to worry if you don’t have travel insurance. We lost over £1188!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

johnaaro

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I think probably one of the best hotels I have stayed in super clean friendly fabulous location great swimming Pool Could not fault a thing will be back for sure
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Mr

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely Hotel
Lovely Hotel....Great service and Great hosts
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Clive

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Birthday trip for one of our group
Good hotel, rooms are on the small side but well equipped. Shower was tight but worked well. Breakfast was fairly good, reasonable cereal choice, fruit choice was adequate. Cooked was variable, eggs tended to be overdone. Staff were great, nothing was too much. Hotel is up a stiff hill but about 10 minutes from the front
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Brilliant place for a sunny stay in Torquay
The owners went out of their way to make us feel comfortable and looked after. Friendly staff, clean hotel, great sunny pool area/terrace, fab breakfast, comfortable surroundings.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019