The Riviera Hotel & Apartments - Alum Chine
US$113
/ night
Avg. for September
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US$113
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at The Riviera Hotel & Apartments - Alum Chine average US$66 in the cheapest month (January) and US$160 in the most expensive month (August), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | US$66 |
| February | US$71 |
| March | US$75 |
| April | US$89 |
| May | US$103 |
| June | US$128 |
| July | US$147 |
| August | US$160 |
| September | US$113 |
| October | US$91 |
| November | US$75 |
| December | US$84 |
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Most expensive: August (~US$160)
Cheapest: January (~US$66)
About this property
Take advantage of recreational opportunities offered, including an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and an arcade/game room.
Amenities
Take advantage of recreational opportunities offered, including an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and an arcade/game room.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include a computer station, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
Satisfy your appetite for lunch or dinner at Riviera Conservatory, a restaurant which specializes in British cuisine, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Full breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.
Rooms
Stay in one of 75 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and coffee/tea makers.
Location
When you stay at Riviera Hotel & Holiday Apartments in Bournemouth, you'll be near the beach, within a 15-minute drive of Bournemouth International Centre and Poole Harbour. This hotel is 10.6 mi (17 km) from New Forest National Park and 1.9 mi (3 km) from Bournemouth Beach.
What's nearby
Branksome Dene Beach(0.4 Miles)
Middle Chine Beach(0.5 Miles)
Alum Chine Beach(0.5 Miles)
Durley Chine Beach(0.6 Miles)
Bournemouth Beach(0.8 Miles)
Branksome Chine Beach(0.9 Miles)
Canford Cliffs Beach(1 Miles)
Oceanarium(1.2 Miles)
Bournemouth Pavillion Theatre(1.3 Miles)
Bournemouth International Centre(1.3 Miles)
Bournemouth Pier(1.3 Miles)
Bournemouth Lower Gardens(1.4 Miles)
The Square(1.5 Miles)
Bournemouth Town Hall(1.6 Miles)
Russell-Cotes Art Gallery and Museum(1.6 Miles)
Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)(8.3 Miles)
Southampton (SOU)(35.5 Miles)
Parking
Restaurant
Swimming pool
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Dry cleaning
Location
14 Burnaby Road, Alum Chine, Westbourne, Bournemouth, England, United Kingdom
Branksome Dene Beach (0.4 Miles)
Middle Chine Beach (0.5 Miles)
Alum Chine Beach (0.5 Miles)
Durley Chine Beach (0.6 Miles)
Bournemouth Beach (0.8 Miles)
Branksome Chine Beach (0.9 Miles)
Guest reviews
8.3
Very good
Based on 2,419 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
9%
Couple
43%
Family
32%
Group
11%
Solo
2%
What guests think
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At The Riviera Hotel & Apartments - Alum Chine, reviewers consistently praise the friendly, welcoming staff and the quiet, beachside location, with many appreciating the indoor pool and bar, generally clean spaces, and good value for money.
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What guests think
At The Riviera Hotel & Apartments - Alum Chine, reviewers consistently praise the friendly, welcoming staff and the quiet, beachside location, with many appreciating the indoor pool and bar, generally clean spaces, and good value for money.
Rooms are often described as dated, with some small or stuffy, occasional mattress and water pressure complaints, and sporadic noise from events or neighboring rooms, though sea views and balconies are a highlight in certain rooms. Breakfast and bar meals receive frequent positive mentions, while bar service is occasionally slow and parking can be limited at busy times. Expect a classic seaside stay with straightforward comforts and easy beach access.
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Facilities
Guests appreciate the indoor pool and hot tub, bar with games, and on-site parking; however, spaces can be scarce at busy times and a few note the pool is small, cool, or chlorine heavy.
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Anthony
25 Mar 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Quiet room, quiet street. Nice pool. Good breakfast. Pleasant bar area. Free parking
Quiet room, quiet street. Nice pool. Good breakfast. Pleasant bar area. Free parking
10
Andrew
12 Jul 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
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
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
10
Fernanda
15 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We had an amazing one night stay in a family room with sea view and plenty of space. Beds were comfy, shower was nice and coffee facilities were welcome in the morning. Swimming pool was refreshing img although very strong smell of chlorine due to hot tub and no ventilation which did irritated my eyes a little bit. Very happy with our stay, wish I could stay longer. Would definitely stay again and recommend to family and friends.
We had an amazing one night stay in a family room with sea view and plenty of space. Beds were comfy, shower was nice and coffee facilities were welcome in the morning. Swimming pool was refreshing img although very strong smell of chlorine due to hot tub and no ventilation which did irritated my eyes a little bit. Very happy with our stay, wish I could stay longer. Would definitely stay again and recommend to family and friends.
10
Aleksandra
11 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Greeted by very welcoming and helpful staff on arrival. Was allowed to check in earlier,which was a blessing. The room was sunny, airy, clean and spacious. Bathroom a bit dated but very clean. Room service available if you need one. On site secure parking as well as gym, pool ( small but pleasant). Withing bar area additional space for eating and entertainment like table tennis ( free of charge) pool and air hockey tables. Staff on site polite,friendly and easy to talk to.
Greeted by very welcoming and helpful staff on arrival. Was allowed to check in earlier,which was a blessing. The room was sunny, airy, clean and spacious. Bathroom a bit dated but very clean. Room service available if you need one. On site secure parking as well as gym, pool ( small but pleasant). Withing bar area additional space for eating and entertainment like table tennis ( free of charge) pool and air hockey tables. Staff on site polite,friendly and easy to talk to.
10
peter
9 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
freindly and efficient staff clean room and bathroom .0Bed was comfortable and bedding was clean and in great condition. Bar area was nice and open with a reasonable selection of drinks and a nice enough menu (The fish and chips I had where the best i have had in a long time a Jumbo option would have been nice).
freindly and efficient staff clean room and bathroom .0Bed was comfortable and bedding was clean and in great condition. Bar area was nice and open with a reasonable selection of drinks and a nice enough menu (The fish and chips I had where the best i have had in a long time a Jumbo option would have been nice).
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Mrs Amanda
26 Apr 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Had a lovely 2 night stay at the Riviera hotel Bournemouth. The staff were all lovely and welcoming. The hotel was clean, as we're the rooms. The Breakfast was very good, and quality items available. We used the swimming pool, although a little cool, it was nice. Definitely would stay again
Had a lovely 2 night stay at the Riviera hotel Bournemouth. The staff were all lovely and welcoming. The hotel was clean, as we're the rooms. The Breakfast was very good, and quality items available. We used the swimming pool, although a little cool, it was nice. Definitely would stay again
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Adriana
23 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
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!
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!
10
Tim
26 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
From the moment we arrived at the Riviera, we felt welcome. The person on reception was helpful and informative. The room, we were upgraded to, was good and the breakfast ideal. Parking was slightly limited but this was advised when we booked. Very happy and wwe would choose the Riviera again.
From the moment we arrived at the Riviera, we felt welcome. The person on reception was helpful and informative. The room, we were upgraded to, was good and the breakfast ideal. Parking was slightly limited but this was advised when we booked. Very happy and wwe would choose the Riviera again.
10
Tracey
2 May 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
We had a very enjoyable stay, the staff are super friendly, helpful and efficient. Our double room was upgraded to an apartment, we had lots of space. Basic bathroom but didn't bother us too much. We liked the spa and pool, nice bar, serving good food.
We had a very enjoyable stay, the staff are super friendly, helpful and efficient. Our double room was upgraded to an apartment, we had lots of space. Basic bathroom but didn't bother us too much. We liked the spa and pool, nice bar, serving good food.
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Adam
11 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Good location, but not enough parking for amount of guests staying. Whilst free on road parking is suggested, it is impossible to park in close proximity to hotel on a sunny day due to beach goers. It would be useful to warn guests of this in advance. Friendly staff. The hotel is in need of a refurb, very tired throughout and the room needs a major upgrade. Mattresses are well worn and on a hot day the room is very uncomfortable due to lack of air conditioning. Bathrooms are well worn, making them look dirty. Average stay but a refurb would improve things.
Good location, but not enough parking for amount of guests staying. Whilst free on road parking is suggested, it is impossible to park in close proximity to hotel on a sunny day due to beach goers. It would be useful to warn guests of this in advance. Friendly staff. The hotel is in need of a refurb, very tired throughout and the room needs a major upgrade. Mattresses are well worn and on a hot day the room is very uncomfortable due to lack of air conditioning. Bathrooms are well worn, making them look dirty. Average stay but a refurb would improve things.
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Cleanliness
Cleanliness is widely praised across rooms and public areas, though some bathrooms look worn and there are isolated odor or pest reports.
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Loren
19 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
My partner, I and our 5 month old baby arrived on 12th July 2024. We originally had room 211. We thought at first room looked ok, not the greatest of sizes considering we had a 5 month old and a crib needed to be in the room, so we moved the room about a bit and before unpacking, I changed our baby and noticed a few bugs over the bed. I immediately got her off the bed and I looked around the room to see a large quantity of bugs all over the top, inside of the windows. I couldn’t say what type of bugs they were. We made sure to close all our bags and went straight down to reception to complain. We were then given room 211. My partner checked the window whilst the staff kindly helped us move all our baggage, and more bugs were found in the 2nd room. We asked for a refund and left the hotel as quickly as possible. We had just travelled 3 hours to get to Bournemouth, and our holiday started off horrific due to this experience. The staff were quick to help, very apologetic and we did receive a refund, but we never expected to be in Bournemouth with our little baby not knowing where we were going to stay. When changing our little one the following day, I noticed a couple of what looked like bite marks (raised red bumps) which concerns me due to her being exposed to these bugs when on the bed and she’s never had bite marks before. I don’t expect to take our little girl on holiday for the first time and have to come home and take her to the doctors as a precaution because of this.
My partner, I and our 5 month old baby arrived on 12th July 2024. We originally had room 211. We thought at first room looked ok, not the greatest of sizes considering we had a 5 month old and a crib needed to be in the room, so we moved the room about a bit and before unpacking, I changed our baby and noticed a few bugs over the bed. I immediately got her off the bed and I looked around the room to see a large quantity of bugs all over the top, inside of the windows. I couldn’t say what type of bugs they were. We made sure to close all our bags and went straight down to reception to complain. We were then given room 211. My partner checked the window whilst the staff kindly helped us move all our baggage, and more bugs were found in the 2nd room. We asked for a refund and left the hotel as quickly as possible. We had just travelled 3 hours to get to Bournemouth, and our holiday started off horrific due to this experience. The staff were quick to help, very apologetic and we did receive a refund, but we never expected to be in Bournemouth with our little baby not knowing where we were going to stay. When changing our little one the following day, I noticed a couple of what looked like bite marks (raised red bumps) which concerns me due to her being exposed to these bugs when on the bed and she’s never had bite marks before. I don’t expect to take our little girl on holiday for the first time and have to come home and take her to the doctors as a precaution because of this.
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Aleksandra
11 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Greeted by very welcoming and helpful staff on arrival. Was allowed to check in earlier,which was a blessing. The room was sunny, airy, clean and spacious. Bathroom a bit dated but very clean. Room service available if you need one. On site secure parking as well as gym, pool ( small but pleasant). Withing bar area additional space for eating and entertainment like table tennis ( free of charge) pool and air hockey tables. Staff on site polite,friendly and easy to talk to.
Greeted by very welcoming and helpful staff on arrival. Was allowed to check in earlier,which was a blessing. The room was sunny, airy, clean and spacious. Bathroom a bit dated but very clean. Room service available if you need one. On site secure parking as well as gym, pool ( small but pleasant). Withing bar area additional space for eating and entertainment like table tennis ( free of charge) pool and air hockey tables. Staff on site polite,friendly and easy to talk to.
10
Paula
3 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I had a lovely stay at the Riviera. My room was immaculately clean. The staff were kind and helpful throughout my stay. Nothing was too much trouble. The bed was comfortable and my room was warm and light. Lovely size bath for a soak. Plenty of clean towels.
I had a lovely stay at the Riviera. My room was immaculately clean. The staff were kind and helpful throughout my stay. Nothing was too much trouble. The bed was comfortable and my room was warm and light. Lovely size bath for a soak. Plenty of clean towels.
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Teresa
26 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
What a wonderful surprise the Riviera Hotel was. The staff were all so polite and helpful and the room was spotless and a god size. Thank yoh for a lovely stay, we would love to return soon.
What a wonderful surprise the Riviera Hotel was. The staff were all so polite and helpful and the room was spotless and a god size. Thank yoh for a lovely stay, we would love to return soon.
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Mrs Amanda
26 Apr 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Had a lovely 2 night stay at the Riviera hotel Bournemouth. The staff were all lovely and welcoming. The hotel was clean, as we're the rooms. The Breakfast was very good, and quality items available. We used the swimming pool, although a little cool, it was nice. Definitely would stay again
Had a lovely 2 night stay at the Riviera hotel Bournemouth. The staff were all lovely and welcoming. The hotel was clean, as we're the rooms. The Breakfast was very good, and quality items available. We used the swimming pool, although a little cool, it was nice. Definitely would stay again
10
Trevor
12 Mar 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
This will have been the 4th or 5th visit in both apartments and rooms and the staff are always helpful and very friendly and the place is always clean and tidy.
This will have been the 4th or 5th visit in both apartments and rooms and the staff are always helpful and very friendly and the place is always clean and tidy.
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Colin
9 Sept 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
The hotel is showing it age a bit, bathroom was a bit tired but clean. The bar area and reception seating were comfortable clean and tidy. Bar meals were good but service was lacking, customers at the bar were ignored while the 2 staff struggled with the till system and it seemed that only one of them could a sale leaving the other waiting. If you don't like dogs find somewhere else, cutomers holding young dogs in their arms stood at the bar, close to the food delivery station, an extremely large greyhound walked back and forth through dining areas. For me dogs have become what smokers were in the past. You have no idea if your room has previously been occupied by a dog.😤
The hotel is showing it age a bit, bathroom was a bit tired but clean. The bar area and reception seating were comfortable clean and tidy. Bar meals were good but service was lacking, customers at the bar were ignored while the 2 staff struggled with the till system and it seemed that only one of them could a sale leaving the other waiting. If you don't like dogs find somewhere else, cutomers holding young dogs in their arms stood at the bar, close to the food delivery station, an extremely large greyhound walked back and forth through dining areas. For me dogs have become what smokers were in the past. You have no idea if your room has previously been occupied by a dog.😤
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Jane Suzanne
12 Nov 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Very enjoyable stay and very clean
Very enjoyable stay and very clean
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Gracie
11 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Really convenient location, right next to the beach. Very clean.
Really convenient location, right next to the beach. Very clean.
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Adam
11 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Good location, but not enough parking for amount of guests staying. Whilst free on road parking is suggested, it is impossible to park in close proximity to hotel on a sunny day due to beach goers. It would be useful to warn guests of this in advance. Friendly staff. The hotel is in need of a refurb, very tired throughout and the room needs a major upgrade. Mattresses are well worn and on a hot day the room is very uncomfortable due to lack of air conditioning. Bathrooms are well worn, making them look dirty. Average stay but a refurb would improve things.
Good location, but not enough parking for amount of guests staying. Whilst free on road parking is suggested, it is impossible to park in close proximity to hotel on a sunny day due to beach goers. It would be useful to warn guests of this in advance. Friendly staff. The hotel is in need of a refurb, very tired throughout and the room needs a major upgrade. Mattresses are well worn and on a hot day the room is very uncomfortable due to lack of air conditioning. Bathrooms are well worn, making them look dirty. Average stay but a refurb would improve things.
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Rooms
Rooms are dated and vary in size; some feel small, warm or stuffy, with occasional mattress, small TV, weak shower, or noise complaints, while others enjoy spacious family setups and sea-view balconies.
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Phil
26 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice enough room with a balcony, mattress wasn't in the best condition, I could feel the springs
Nice enough room with a balcony, mattress wasn't in the best condition, I could feel the springs
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Miss M
19 Jun 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The hotel is really old and needs some urgent upgrades such as new mattresses (the springs hurt my back) and air con (it was boiling on the second floor). Also there was no watee pressure in the shower.
The hotel is really old and needs some urgent upgrades such as new mattresses (the springs hurt my back) and air con (it was boiling on the second floor). Also there was no watee pressure in the shower.
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Thomas
17 Mar 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
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?
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?
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Leigh
28 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very comfortable. We did have a problem with size of the TV in our room and bar lounge. We felt they could have been larger as watching from across the room and bar area.
Very comfortable. We did have a problem with size of the TV in our room and bar lounge. We felt they could have been larger as watching from across the room and bar area.
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michael
16 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff were pleasant and helpful. Nice view from window. Room was clean but very small.
Staff were pleasant and helpful. Nice view from window. Room was clean but very small.
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Fernanda
15 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We had an amazing one night stay in a family room with sea view and plenty of space. Beds were comfy, shower was nice and coffee facilities were welcome in the morning. Swimming pool was refreshing img although very strong smell of chlorine due to hot tub and no ventilation which did irritated my eyes a little bit. Very happy with our stay, wish I could stay longer. Would definitely stay again and recommend to family and friends.
We had an amazing one night stay in a family room with sea view and plenty of space. Beds were comfy, shower was nice and coffee facilities were welcome in the morning. Swimming pool was refreshing img although very strong smell of chlorine due to hot tub and no ventilation which did irritated my eyes a little bit. Very happy with our stay, wish I could stay longer. Would definitely stay again and recommend to family and friends.
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Marie
25 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was dated and in need of refurbishing. You could hear everyone from the room next door and below.
The room was dated and in need of refurbishing. You could hear everyone from the room next door and below.
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Chris
17 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Hotel was reasonable. Room was very small and cramped, bathroom tiny. Overall the hotel was just dated and very tired. Would I stay again, no I don’t think so.
Hotel was reasonable. Room was very small and cramped, bathroom tiny. Overall the hotel was just dated and very tired. Would I stay again, no I don’t think so.
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Kamsin Joanne
27 Jul 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
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.
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.
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Stephen
14 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The property is dated but has been maintained to a good standard. My room was comfortable with good sized balcony with a view towards the sea. The staff I spoke with were friendly and helpful. The area is quiet and only a short walk to the beach. Also, good value for money when you look at other Bournemouth/Poole hotels.
The property is dated but has been maintained to a good standard. My room was comfortable with good sized balcony with a view towards the sea. The staff I spoke with were friendly and helpful. The area is quiet and only a short walk to the beach. Also, good value for money when you look at other Bournemouth/Poole hotels.
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Service
Service is consistently friendly, helpful and accommodating, with early check-in, upgrades or swift room moves when needed; occasional feedback cites slow bar service.
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Owen
8 May 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The team at Riviera always provide great service.
The team at Riviera always provide great service.
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Karen
1 Nov 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Bar and restaurant were good. Friendly staff. The rooms need updating. The bathroom in desperate need of replacing. Bed was uncomfortable. We checked in and went to our room. It smelt of wet dog which was horrendous. They gave us another room straight away but the original one should not have smelt like that.
Bar and restaurant were good. Friendly staff. The rooms need updating. The bathroom in desperate need of replacing. Bed was uncomfortable. We checked in and went to our room. It smelt of wet dog which was horrendous. They gave us another room straight away but the original one should not have smelt like that.
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Ben
24 Sept 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
This is a traditional B&B with all the right values, which include friendly staff. It is no-frills, but that is not to disparage it. The location is fine, it is quiet but urban, the clientele is mostly pensioners and occasionally conference delegates, but middle-aged, primarily senior citizens. It gives them what they want and does so well. The staff were kind, patient and helpful. It is a model of its kind, and while others will find it faded, I accept it for what it is. It made people happy, including me.
This is a traditional B&B with all the right values, which include friendly staff. It is no-frills, but that is not to disparage it. The location is fine, it is quiet but urban, the clientele is mostly pensioners and occasionally conference delegates, but middle-aged, primarily senior citizens. It gives them what they want and does so well. The staff were kind, patient and helpful. It is a model of its kind, and while others will find it faded, I accept it for what it is. It made people happy, including me.
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Pakinee
2 Aug 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Staff generally good on customer service, but the exception being the Bar and Grill staff at times were slow and their attention to customer service was lack lustré. Senior staff great, but need to spread their approach and attitude to the others. Good location for beach but nothing much in walking distance for alternative restaurants etc. The closest restaurant on the beach closes Monday and Tuesday which is odd for holiday season. Car park is secure but more demand than spaces so roadside parking locally is an option but not the best as all very busy.
Staff generally good on customer service, but the exception being the Bar and Grill staff at times were slow and their attention to customer service was lack lustré. Senior staff great, but need to spread their approach and attitude to the others. Good location for beach but nothing much in walking distance for alternative restaurants etc. The closest restaurant on the beach closes Monday and Tuesday which is odd for holiday season. Car park is secure but more demand than spaces so roadside parking locally is an option but not the best as all very busy.
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Aleksandra
11 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Greeted by very welcoming and helpful staff on arrival. Was allowed to check in earlier,which was a blessing. The room was sunny, airy, clean and spacious. Bathroom a bit dated but very clean. Room service available if you need one. On site secure parking as well as gym, pool ( small but pleasant). Withing bar area additional space for eating and entertainment like table tennis ( free of charge) pool and air hockey tables. Staff on site polite,friendly and easy to talk to.
Greeted by very welcoming and helpful staff on arrival. Was allowed to check in earlier,which was a blessing. The room was sunny, airy, clean and spacious. Bathroom a bit dated but very clean. Room service available if you need one. On site secure parking as well as gym, pool ( small but pleasant). Withing bar area additional space for eating and entertainment like table tennis ( free of charge) pool and air hockey tables. Staff on site polite,friendly and easy to talk to.
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Wayne
26 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Really friendly staff and warm welcome on arrival location was excellent and food really good the only negative part was the lack of parking
Really friendly staff and warm welcome on arrival location was excellent and food really good the only negative part was the lack of parking
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Trevor
12 Mar 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
This will have been the 4th or 5th visit in both apartments and rooms and the staff are always helpful and very friendly and the place is always clean and tidy.
This will have been the 4th or 5th visit in both apartments and rooms and the staff are always helpful and very friendly and the place is always clean and tidy.
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Tim
26 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
From the moment we arrived at the Riviera, we felt welcome. The person on reception was helpful and informative. The room, we were upgraded to, was good and the breakfast ideal. Parking was slightly limited but this was advised when we booked. Very happy and wwe would choose the Riviera again.
From the moment we arrived at the Riviera, we felt welcome. The person on reception was helpful and informative. The room, we were upgraded to, was good and the breakfast ideal. Parking was slightly limited but this was advised when we booked. Very happy and wwe would choose the Riviera again.
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Martin
19 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I would highly recommend this hotel for a stay in Bournemouth. It is excellent value for money with great service.
I would highly recommend this hotel for a stay in Bournemouth. It is excellent value for money with great service.
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Margaret
23 Aug 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Staff were great, especially Reception who helped with any questions. Lifts worked and lower ground lift from car park was so helpful. Our room was comfy and cheerful, with lovely bed sheets, cleaned everyday. Breakfast, lunch and dinner were delicious with lots of choice. I’m gluten & lactose intolerant and the kitchen catered for this without making me feel awkward. Good location with 6 minutes walk to Alum Chine, hilly but doable with a bad foot and the sea front is flat, with a little train to take you to Bournemouth Pier.
Staff were great, especially Reception who helped with any questions. Lifts worked and lower ground lift from car park was so helpful. Our room was comfy and cheerful, with lovely bed sheets, cleaned everyday. Breakfast, lunch and dinner were delicious with lots of choice. I’m gluten & lactose intolerant and the kitchen catered for this without making me feel awkward. Good location with 6 minutes walk to Alum Chine, hilly but doable with a bad foot and the sea front is flat, with a little train to take you to Bournemouth Pier.
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Location
Quiet residential setting a short walk from Alum Chine beach, with Bournemouth and Westbourne reachable on foot; some guests mention hilly routes.
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Tracey
24 Apr 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Hotel was very nice, staff were very polite & attentive. Hotel a bit dated in places & food was "average" nothing great but certainly edible. Location for beaches & sailing club excellent which is why we booked it
Hotel was very nice, staff were very polite & attentive. Hotel a bit dated in places & food was "average" nothing great but certainly edible. Location for beaches & sailing club excellent which is why we booked it
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Simon
15 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
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Stuart
20 Sept 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Helpful staff, busy Medium size hotel in Bournemouth, nice simple menu in Bar & Restaurants. Quiet location short distance from the beach, but a bit of an uphill climb. I Alum Chime just off Westbourne. A selection of both hotel rooms and self-catering apartment. Staff keep the place very tired and clean.
Helpful staff, busy Medium size hotel in Bournemouth, nice simple menu in Bar & Restaurants. Quiet location short distance from the beach, but a bit of an uphill climb. I Alum Chime just off Westbourne. A selection of both hotel rooms and self-catering apartment. Staff keep the place very tired and clean.
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Narendra
14 Apr 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Lovely location. Close to the beach
Lovely location. Close to the beach
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Adam
10 Apr 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great friendly atmosphere with easy access to centre of Bournemouth 15 -20 minutes walk away all staff very helpful 😀
Great friendly atmosphere with easy access to centre of Bournemouth 15 -20 minutes walk away all staff very helpful 😀
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Adriana
23 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
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!
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!
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Andrew
8 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely hotel 5 mins walk to the sea, have stayed before and will again
Lovely hotel 5 mins walk to the sea, have stayed before and will again
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Kamsin Joanne
27 Jul 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
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.
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.
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ian
19 Feb 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
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Gracie
11 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Really convenient location, right next to the beach. Very clean.
Really convenient location, right next to the beach. Very clean.
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Dining
Breakfast is regularly rated good to excellent with decent variety, and bar meals are liked; bar service can be slow at times, one pricey drink noted, and dogs may be present in bar or dining areas.
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John
22 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
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mike
6 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
really like this hotel.friendly staff good facilities and close to the beach.good food both breakfast and evening
really like this hotel.friendly staff good facilities and close to the beach.good food both breakfast and evening
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Maureen
3 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
3 night stay and was pleased with the overall experience.. room was clean could do with a freshening up bed was comfy and the breakfast was really good.
3 night stay and was pleased with the overall experience.. room was clean could do with a freshening up bed was comfy and the breakfast was really good.
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peter
9 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
freindly and efficient staff clean room and bathroom .0Bed was comfortable and bedding was clean and in great condition. Bar area was nice and open with a reasonable selection of drinks and a nice enough menu (The fish and chips I had where the best i have had in a long time a Jumbo option would have been nice).
freindly and efficient staff clean room and bathroom .0Bed was comfortable and bedding was clean and in great condition. Bar area was nice and open with a reasonable selection of drinks and a nice enough menu (The fish and chips I had where the best i have had in a long time a Jumbo option would have been nice).
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Wayne
26 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Really friendly staff and warm welcome on arrival location was excellent and food really good the only negative part was the lack of parking
Really friendly staff and warm welcome on arrival location was excellent and food really good the only negative part was the lack of parking
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Mrs Amanda
26 Apr 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Had a lovely 2 night stay at the Riviera hotel Bournemouth. The staff were all lovely and welcoming. The hotel was clean, as we're the rooms. The Breakfast was very good, and quality items available. We used the swimming pool, although a little cool, it was nice. Definitely would stay again
Had a lovely 2 night stay at the Riviera hotel Bournemouth. The staff were all lovely and welcoming. The hotel was clean, as we're the rooms. The Breakfast was very good, and quality items available. We used the swimming pool, although a little cool, it was nice. Definitely would stay again
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Adriana
23 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
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!
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!
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Colin
9 Sept 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
The hotel is showing it age a bit, bathroom was a bit tired but clean. The bar area and reception seating were comfortable clean and tidy. Bar meals were good but service was lacking, customers at the bar were ignored while the 2 staff struggled with the till system and it seemed that only one of them could a sale leaving the other waiting. If you don't like dogs find somewhere else, cutomers holding young dogs in their arms stood at the bar, close to the food delivery station, an extremely large greyhound walked back and forth through dining areas. For me dogs have become what smokers were in the past. You have no idea if your room has previously been occupied by a dog.😤
The hotel is showing it age a bit, bathroom was a bit tired but clean. The bar area and reception seating were comfortable clean and tidy. Bar meals were good but service was lacking, customers at the bar were ignored while the 2 staff struggled with the till system and it seemed that only one of them could a sale leaving the other waiting. If you don't like dogs find somewhere else, cutomers holding young dogs in their arms stood at the bar, close to the food delivery station, an extremely large greyhound walked back and forth through dining areas. For me dogs have become what smokers were in the past. You have no idea if your room has previously been occupied by a dog.😤
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Margaret
23 Aug 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Staff were great, especially Reception who helped with any questions. Lifts worked and lower ground lift from car park was so helpful. Our room was comfy and cheerful, with lovely bed sheets, cleaned everyday. Breakfast, lunch and dinner were delicious with lots of choice. I’m gluten & lactose intolerant and the kitchen catered for this without making me feel awkward. Good location with 6 minutes walk to Alum Chine, hilly but doable with a bad foot and the sea front is flat, with a little train to take you to Bournemouth Pier.
Staff were great, especially Reception who helped with any questions. Lifts worked and lower ground lift from car park was so helpful. Our room was comfy and cheerful, with lovely bed sheets, cleaned everyday. Breakfast, lunch and dinner were delicious with lots of choice. I’m gluten & lactose intolerant and the kitchen catered for this without making me feel awkward. Good location with 6 minutes walk to Alum Chine, hilly but doable with a bad foot and the sea front is flat, with a little train to take you to Bournemouth Pier.
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Colin
6 Dec 2023
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Stayed 1 night
A one night stay in a good, slightly old fashioned hotel. Lots of festive fun, with friendly staff. Charge for our dog was an acceptable £10. Breakfast was good, but had to eat it in the bar because of the dog. Room was large and the beds good. Shower was not very well situated or powerful; our only gripe.
A one night stay in a good, slightly old fashioned hotel. Lots of festive fun, with friendly staff. Charge for our dog was an acceptable £10. Breakfast was good, but had to eat it in the bar because of the dog. Room was large and the beds good. Shower was not very well situated or powerful; our only gripe.
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Andrew
4 Jul 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
A nice hotel in a great locations. Lovely breakfast. Staff very polite and helpful
A nice hotel in a great locations. Lovely breakfast. Staff very polite and helpful
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Charlotte
31 May 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Really lovely stay with very friendly staff
Really lovely stay with very friendly staff
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Paul
27 May 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Excellent hotel very friendly staff great food perfect food and very helpful with our dog treats and blankets in the room
Excellent hotel very friendly staff great food perfect food and very helpful with our dog treats and blankets in the room
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OLADAPO
7 May 2026
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Stayed 1 night
A serene enviroment
A serene enviroment
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michelle
20 Apr 2026
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel location was absolutely perfect - we had a sea view from our balcony and it was a very short (less than 5 minutes) walk down to the beach at Alum Chine. The beds were comfortable and the room clean. The staff were all very friendly and went out of their way to make sure we had everything we needed. I would stay there again.
The hotel location was absolutely perfect - we had a sea view from our balcony and it was a very short (less than 5 minutes) walk down to the beach at Alum Chine. The beds were comfortable and the room clean. The staff were all very friendly and went out of their way to make sure we had everything we needed. I would stay there again.
FAQs about The Riviera Hotel & Apartments - Alum Chine
Is parking available at the hotel?
Free self-parking is available on-site, but it is limited. Reservations are not required.
What type of breakfast is offered?
Full breakfasts are available for a fee, served on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM. The cost is approximately GBP 12.95 for adults and GBP 6.50 for children.
Does the hotel allow pets?
Pets are allowed in specific rooms only, with a fee of GBP 10.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is at 3:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee of GBP 25, subject to availability.
What accessibility features does the hotel offer?
The hotel has limited wheelchair accessibility, including step-free entrances and accessible facilities. However, specific details about accessible rooms and bathrooms are not mentioned.
Where is the hotel located in relation to nearby attractions?
The hotel is located near the beach, approximately 0.4 miles from Branksome Dene Beach and 0.5 miles from Alum Chine Beach. It is a 5-minute drive from Bournemouth International Centre and 10 minutes from Sandbanks Beach.
Does the hotel have a swimming pool?
Yes, the hotel features an indoor pool and an outdoor heated pool. Pool access is available from 7 AM to 9 PM.
Are children allowed at the hotel?
Children are allowed at the hotel, and there is no minimum age requirement for staying for free.
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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. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools. Please note that check-in for the apartments is at 4 PM.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- 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, debit cards, and cash
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
- 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
- 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.
- The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 12.95 for adults and GBP 6.50 for children
- Pet fee: GBP 15.00 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.
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