Very good hotel, great breakfast food, VERY efficient & friendly staff, great views from bar restaurant area overlooking the sea and beach. Very good room with large balcony. Bus stop 50 mtrs away. Would stay again without a doubt. more

Just returned from a couple of days at the Riviera, staying dinner, bed and breakfast. Mid-week, mid March the hotel was quiet, but staff were polite and friendly. Our room was clean and everything worked, but probably the decor could do with being updated. However, this is a 3-star hotel and you get what you pay for. Food was good... more

Just returned from a quiet anniversary weekend overlooking the sea at this lovely hotel. Friendly staff for whom nothing was too much trouble and food of a quality which we were not expecting - really excellent. We’ll definitely return with the children for a summer break as the facilities are ideal. more

Stayed for 4 nights on half board at £47 each per night, from 16th February. Excellent situation for Beaches and Alum Chine. Easy 30 minute walk into Bournemouth centre along the Sea front. The Hotel has a good indoor Pool, Jacuzi and Sauna ( Outdoor pool was covered over, but was a reasonable size and had plenty of 'Sun-bathing' space)... more

Stayed for a night on Valentine's Day. The hotel was practically full, but they offered two single rooms that were very reasonably priced. The beds were comfortable and the rooms were warm. Parking was a bit of a nightmare as all of the spaces were taken as well as much of the road in its vicinity. On quieter days this... more

I had a really nice stay at the hotel. I was there for 1 night to get away from things & relax and i found the hotel to be perfect. The reception staff where friendly and welcoming, the room was clean and well equipped. I liked the features that where included, it is tough to find a hotel located 15mins... more

We spent just a single night at the Riviera this weekend, but found a lot to recommend and little to criticise. Our family room was spotless, warm and a good size. Meals were substantial, home-cooked and tasty. The indoor pool was small but warm and clean. The common parts were welcoming and well looked after. And - as other reviewers... more

I had the pleasure to stay at the Riviera whilst on a short business trip. At first, I was concerned as it seems to be the only hotel in the area - however once I found it, I was not dissapointed. The front desk are superb - smiley, friendly, efficient and I was given a superb room with a fantastic... more

found this hotel whilst looking around the area for accommodation just called in and by chance they had 1 room available. We had a rear facing room and could see the sea. I believe the hotel had recently been refurbished and was very stylish and modern. Food was great good choice - home made soups and dessert - served in... more