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Riviera Hotel & Holiday Apartments

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Bournemouth Beach

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Beach nearby
Double Room with Balcony & Sea View | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board
Lunch and dinner served, British cuisine
Exterior
Indoor pool, open 7 AM to 9 PM, sun loungers
The Riviera Hotel & Holiday Apartments offers recreation for all travelers. Relax in the spa tub, enjoy the outdoor pool with loungers, browse the library, or visit the arcade/game room. The on-site restaurant serves British cuisine for lunch and dinner.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
  • Room service

Room options

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(37 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room with Balcony & Sea View | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Double Room with Balcony & Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 16 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
12-16 Burnaby Road, Bournemouth, England, BH4 8JF

What's nearby

  • Alum Chine Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Bournemouth Beach - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Bournemouth International Centre - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Bournemouth Pier - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Bournemouth Pavillion Theatre - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Branksome Station - 8 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪All Hail Ale - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Durley Inn (Harvester) - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Rockwater - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Westbourne - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Chez Fred - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Riviera Hotel & Holiday Apartments

Hotel near Bournemouth Beach
A terrace, a garden, and an arcade/game room are just a few of the amenities provided at Riviera Hotel & Holiday Apartments. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site British cuisine restaurant, Riviera Conservatory, offers lunch and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An indoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), an elevator, and a banquet hall
  • Luggage storage, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry services
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 75 rooms feature comforts such as 24-hour room service, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 20-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Weekday full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 12.95 for adults and GBP 6.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Riviera Conservatory

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 3 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 20-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 25

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Please note that check-in for the apartments is at 4 PM.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 12.95 for adults and GBP 6.50 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 10.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 25 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 major credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Pool access available from 7 AM to 9 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Riviera Bournemouth
Riviera Hotel Bournemouth
Riviera Hotel Holiday Apartments Alum Chine Bournemouth
Riviera Hotel Holiday Apartments Alum Chine
Riviera Holiday Alum Chine Bournemouth
Riviera Holiday Alum Chine
Riviera & Holiday Apartments
Riviera Hotel Holiday Apartments
Riviera Hotel & Holiday Apartments Hotel
Riviera Hotel Holiday Apartments Alum Chine
Riviera Hotel & Holiday Apartments Bournemouth
Riviera Hotel Holiday Apartments OCEANA COLLECTION
Riviera Hotel & Holiday Apartments Hotel Bournemouth

Frequently asked questions

Does Riviera Hotel & Holiday Apartments have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 7 AM–9 PM.

Is Riviera Hotel & Holiday Apartments pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 22 lbs per pet. There's a fee of GBP 10.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Riviera Hotel & Holiday Apartments?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Riviera Hotel & Holiday Apartments?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Riviera Hotel & Holiday Apartments?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for GBP 25 (subject to availability).

Where is Riviera Hotel & Holiday Apartments located?

Situated near the beach, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Branksome Dene Beach and Bournemouth Beach. Alum Chine Beach and Durley Chine Beach are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Riviera Hotel & Holiday Apartments Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.2

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 410 out of 915 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 361 out of 915 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 103 out of 915 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 915 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 915 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Adriana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to spend a weekend in Bournemouth. Chose it for its proximity to Alum Chine beach. Having the pool was definitely a bonus and we made use of it every day. Breakfast was good too, nothing too fancy though. Good value for money!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
But dated but staff excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

R S

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

What you expect from hotel

Clean, comfortable, close the the beach.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly and helpful and the location was good for the beach and a 15 minute walk to local shops and pubs, very good value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Highly recommend. Very helpful. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jane Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very enjoyable stay and very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were pleasant and helpful. Nice view from window. Room was clean but very small.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel, clean, friendly staff, nice pool.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

julio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good value for money, good breakfast, nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

Very nice hotel close to the beach

Lovely hotel and staff Very nice meals. Swimming pool and jacuzzi spot on Loved our stay 8 mins walk to the beach Will be back
Hotel
View from the room ( if paid extra for veranda)
Table with sea view for brekky and evening meal
Beach 8 mins walk away
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Clean, tidy but dated

Nice hotel, slightly dated and kinda themed around an old cruise ship experience. Breakfast was good and it’s a clean place just needs a bit of modernisation
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Marie

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The room was dated and in need of refurbishing. You could hear everyone from the room next door and below.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Kamsin Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location just a short walk from the beach at Alum Chine. Nice family friendly facilities with bar with games room and indoor swimming pool. The only complaint was that the room was very stuffy and in the corridor it felt like the heating was on in the middle of summer. We opened a window and had the fan we found in the wardrobe running but it would’ve been quite unpleasant had we been there during a heatwave.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great friendly atmosphere with easy access to centre of Bournemouth 15 -20 minutes walk away all staff very helpful 😀
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Ronald Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Lovely place. A little dated, but nice.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice location and what I like about this property if there not full give you a bigger room even when not requested little touch that makes a massive difference to your stay good price in good location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property. Excellent value for money. Responsive staff. Good location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A return trip to the Riveria hotel fantastic location very close to Alum chine beach and Westbourne in the other direction. Rooms are extremely clean , nice fresh fluffy towels. We were fortunate to have a room with a balcony with wonderful sea views and of the Isle of Wight. Even a rainy stay wasn’t spoiled as lovely pool and hot tub so didn’t mind staying in. Looking forward already to our next stay lovely friendly staff too.
Our view
The Isle of Wight
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

ian

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

Short break

Riviera hotel Wow right from arriving the staff were all great, really helpful and nothing was too much trouble. Great location only 5 minutes walk from the beach, room was super clean and tidy would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Fantastic value for money! Decor is very 80s . But who cares when there is a live pool, nice staff , clean rooms and very comfy bed! There was an eighties style isdue with hot water when we stayed . But again for such super low prices ..it was not a big problem!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice enough room with a balcony, mattress wasn't in the best condition, I could feel the springs
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness

Great views, but...

Lovely sea view, but the room had an overpowering smell of cheap air freshener with something not quite right in the background. Maybe a previous guest was a smoker?
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

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

The Perfect break

This was our third stay at the hotel in a year. We love it , it’s clean and comfortable and really near the lovely beaches of Poole and Bournemouth. The staff are really friendly and helpful . We will be back !
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great room with a terrace. Excellent breakfast. Bit disappointed to get a very expensive gin and tonic in a tumbler served by a barman yawning his head off. Other than that, I would recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

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