Name: Hotel Riva Del Sole
Address: S.S.16 Km 787+225, Giovinazzo, Italy, Giovinazzo, Puglia, Italy
Rating: 8

Guest reviews

8

Very good

Based on 1,253 verified reviews

Who stays here?

Business

15%

Couple

27%

Family

35%

Group

19%

Solo

2%

What guests think

AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews

At Hotel Riva Del Sole, reviewers highlight a beachfront setting near Bari’s airport with gardens and a large pool, but many note isolation without a car, dated or uneven rooms, strict pool rules, and seasonal closures affecting facilities and dining.

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6

Carolyne

20 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

In its prime, this would have been a wonderful hotel. Close to the beach and amenities. It needs a bit of love and a good coat of paint. The room was not cleaned to a high standard, dust on the window sills. The blanket and sheets had yellow stains on it from body fluids. Staff was lovely enough but hotel needs some TLC

4

ian

2 Oct 2025

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Stayed 8 nights

This was the most disappointing stay I’ve ever had. It’s a very tired hotel and much of the facilities were shutting down. Day time food was either non existent or poor. Hotel couldn’t organise a hire car. Taxis were impossible and although the hotel shuttle was available it cost every time . I spent over €130 on shuttles. Would not recommend to anyone

8

Jennifer

30 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The hotel was lovely but too far from Bari city centre. Buses do not run on a Sunday to and from hotel to Bari and taxis are around €50 each way. Shuttle to and from airport convenient for €25. Breakfast very good for a buffet with twinning tea which is a bonus. Rooms are lovely but unfortunately if you like a cup of tea or coffee when you wake up there is no facilities in the room. I bought a small kettle as i had my own tea bags. They did have a hairdryer for us ladies though.

10

Hannah

24 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Amazing location right on the beach, a hidden gem. Reception and office staff (replying to emails) extremely helpful.

10

Nadia

23 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

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S.S.16 Km 787+225, Giovinazzo, Italy

Location

Located in Giovinazzo, Riva del Sole is within a 15-minute drive of Fiera del Levante and Bari Harbor. This beach hotel is 10.4 mi (16.7 km) from Bari Cathedral and 10.7 mi (17.2 km) from University of Bari.

Piramidi(3.3 Miles)

Gavetone(4.1 Miles)

Panetteria Pan per Focaccia(4.7 Miles)

L'Arena(5.1 Miles)

Scoglio d'Inghilterra(5.4 Miles)

Spiaggia Prima Cala(5.6 Miles)

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Check-in

Check-out

From 15:00 to 00:00

Before 11:00

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Optional extras

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FAQs

Parking is available on-site and is free. However, it is limited, so guests are encouraged to arrive early.

Breakfast is offered, and it is a buffet style. The serving hours are not specified.

Pets are not allowed at the property. However, service animals are exempt from this policy.

Check-in is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges could apply.

A roundtrip airport shuttle is available for a surcharge. Guests can arrange the transfer through the hotel.

The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including step-free entrances and accessible public areas. However, specific details about accessible rooms and bathrooms are not provided.

The property is located in Giovinazzo, within a 15-minute drive of Fiera del Levante and Bari Harbor. It is approximately 10.4 miles (16.7 km) from Bari Cathedral and 10.7 miles (17.2 km) from the University of Bari. Public transport options are not specified.

Yes, the property features a seasonal outdoor pool, which is open from June 1 to September 15. The pool is not heated and includes a child pool.

Children are allowed at the property, and one child aged 3 years or younger can stay for free when occupying the parent's or guardian's room, using existing bedding.

The property offers rollaway beds for a fee of EUR 25 per day. Advance request or confirmation may be required for extra beds.

Hotel Riva Del Sole

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