Hotel Hotel Riviera

Beachfront. Property is on or right next to the beach.

The Esplanade, Sidmouth, EX10 8AY, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.6/10! (score from 88 reviews)

Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions

8.7
Excellent
88 reviews

We very pleased with all the meals, there was so much choice, the service was excellent nothing was too much trouble for any of the staff. The cleanliness of the whole hotel was excellent not a speck of dust anywhere. Jolly well done.

Alan United Kingdom

The staff were friendly and helpful. The food was very good. The location was superb.

Susan United Kingdom

I am reviewing the hotel for my mother and her friend.They could not fault anything about their stay,the rooms were nice ,the staff superb and the food was excellant.Well done to everyone at the hotel.

Nigel United Kingdom

The location on the seafront is outstanding and the restaurant excellent. The staff were friendly, welcoming and most helpful.

Roslyn United Kingdom

Service very good, personal. Staff remembered us and room numbers from the beginning

Linda United Kingdom

breakfast was lovely nothing was to much trouble for the staff in fact all of the staff were so helpful.

Jean United Kingdom

Fabulous location and food. Exceptional service. Bedding, towels, furnishings and decor all high quality and immaculate. Traditional luxury.

Fiona United Kingdom

All the meals were excellent-I did ask staff to compliment the chef and kitchen staff.So nice,too, to have the car parking taken care of so efficiently.Thank you.Would love to visit again

Susan United Kingdom

Amazing !! The food was off the clock . All the staff were incredibly attentive and the hotel was spotless . We will defo be returning . Thank you Hotel Riviera

Louise United Kingdom

Our room was beautiful - with a wonderful sea view, the staff were excellent, the breakfasts were delicious.

Sue United Kingdom
8.7
Excellent
88 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “We very pleased with all the meals, there was so much choice, the service was excellent nothing was too much trouble for any of the staff.”
    Alan Alan United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “The staff were friendly and helpful. The food was very good. The location was superb.”
    Susan Susan United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “I am reviewing the hotel for my mother and her friend.They could not fault anything about their stay,the rooms were nice ,the staff superb and the food was excellant.Well done to everyone at the...”
    Nigel Nigel United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “The location on the seafront is outstanding and the restaurant excellent. The staff were friendly, welcoming and most helpful.”
    Roslyn Roslyn United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Service very good, personal. Staff remembered us and room numbers from the beginning”
    Linda Linda United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “breakfast was lovely nothing was to much trouble for the staff in fact all of the staff were so helpful.”
    Jean Jean United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Fabulous location and food. Exceptional service. Bedding, towels, furnishings and decor all high quality and immaculate. Traditional luxury.”
    Fiona Fiona United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “All the meals were excellent-I did ask staff to compliment the chef and kitchen staff.So nice,too, to have the car parking taken care of so efficiently.Thank you.Would love to visit again”
    Susan Susan United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Amazing !! The food was off the clock . All the staff were incredibly attentive and the hotel was spotless . We will defo be returning . Thank you Hotel Riviera”
    Louise Louise United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Our room was beautiful - with a wonderful sea view, the staff were excellent, the breakfasts were delicious.”
    Sue Sue United Kingdom United Kingdom

Categories:

  • Staff9.6
  • Facilities8.3
  • Cleanliness9.5
  • Comfort8.8
  • Value for money 7.2
  • Location9.6
  • Free WiFi8.9
Low score for Sidmouth

In a great location on the seafront, 4-star Hotel Riviera in Sidmouth has an elegant regency façade, providing the perfect base for exploring the beautiful surrounding area.

Many of the classically furnished rooms at Hotel Riviera feature stunning sea views. The rooms come equipped with a digital TV, tea and coffee-making facilities, and an internet access point. The private bathroom has a bathtub and a shower, along with bathrobes, a hairdryer, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can enjoy AA rosette-awarded cuisine in the air-conditioned dining room, with bay views. The hotel restaurant uses fresh local produce, with an emphasis on seafood. There is also a stylish cocktail bar.

Local attractions include The Heritage Coast Trail and golf, riding and shooting activities can be organized by the hotel.

Free Wi-Fi internet access and free parking are available at the hotel.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish

Parking available at the hotel

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Most popular amenities

Pet friendly
Parking
Free WiFi
Facilities for disabled guests
Beachfront
Restaurant
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bar
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Guest reviews

8.7
Excellent
 · 88 reviews
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Categories:
  • Staff9.6
  • Facilities8.3
  • Cleanliness9.5
  • Comfort8.8
  • Value for money 7.2
  • Location9.6
  • Free WiFi8.9
Low score for Sidmouth

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See what guests loved the most:

  • Alan United Kingdom

    “We very pleased with all the meals, there was so much choice, the service was excellent nothing was too much trouble for any of the staff. The cleanliness of the whole hotel was excellent not a speck of dust anywhere. Jolly well done.”

  • Susan United Kingdom

    “The staff were friendly and helpful. The food was very good. The location was superb.”

  • Nigel United Kingdom

    “I am reviewing the hotel for my mother and her friend.They could not fault anything about their stay,the rooms were nice ,the staff superb and the food was excellant.Well done to everyone at the hotel.”

  • Roslyn United Kingdom

    “The location on the seafront is outstanding and the restaurant excellent. The staff were friendly, welcoming and most helpful.”

  • Linda United Kingdom

    “Service very good, personal. Staff remembered us and room numbers from the beginning”

  • Jean United Kingdom

    “breakfast was lovely nothing was to much trouble for the staff in fact all of the staff were so helpful.”

  • Fiona United Kingdom

    “Fabulous location and food. Exceptional service. Bedding, towels, furnishings and decor all high quality and immaculate. Traditional luxury.”

  • Susan United Kingdom

    “All the meals were excellent-I did ask staff to compliment the chef and kitchen staff.So nice,too, to have the car parking taken care of so efficiently.Thank you.Would love to visit again”

  • Louise United Kingdom

    “Amazing !! The food was off the clock . All the staff were incredibly attentive and the hotel was spotless . We will defo be returning . Thank you Hotel Riviera ”

  • Sue United Kingdom

    “Our room was beautiful - with a wonderful sea view, the staff were excellent, the breakfasts were delicious.”

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About Hotel Riviera

Welcoming Booking.com guests since Jul 31, 2009

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  • Is there a lift?

    Yes we have a lift to all 3 three floors.

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    Answered on March 18, 2020
  • Are the rooms accessible for wheel chairs? Or if not is there a lift to one room?

    Some rooms are suitable and some are not. It is advisable to contact by telephone to discuss requirements before making a reservation. We have a lift to all three floors.

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    Asked about: Double or Twin Room with Town View • Answered on August 19, 2020
Hotel surroundings *
Excellent location – show map
What's nearby
  • Sandy Bay Beach
    5.6 miles
  • Powderham Castle
    10 miles
  • Exeter Services M5
    10.2 miles
  • Sandy Park Rugby Stadium
    10.3 miles
  • Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital
    12 miles
  • Killerton
    12.2 miles
Beaches in the Neighborhood
  • Sidmouth Beach
    200 feet
  • Jacobs Ladder Beach
    1,950 feet
  • Branscombe Beach
    3.2 miles
  • Budleigh Salterton Beach
    4.5 miles
  • Hooken Beach
    6 miles
Closest Airports
  • Exeter International Airport
    8.6 miles
  • Cardiff Airport
    49.9 miles
  • Bristol Airport
    54.2 miles
* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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1 Restaurant On Site

    Riviera Hotel and Restaurant

    Food: British

    Open for: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Menu: À la carte

Amenities of Hotel Riviera

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly
Parking
Free WiFi
Facilities for disabled guests
Beachfront
Restaurant
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bar
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Beach
Food & Drink
  • Chocolate/Cookies
  • Bottle of water
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Public parking is available on site (reservation is needed) and charges apply.
  • Accessible parking
  • Secure parking
Front Desk Services
  • Concierge
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
Safety & security
  • CCTV outside property
General
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Elevator
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
Languages Spoken
  • Czech
  • German
  • English
  • Hungarian
  • Dutch
  • Portuguese
  • Slovak
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Check-in

2:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Check-out

Until 11:00 AM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

< 1 year old
Crib by request
Extra bed by request
Free
1 - 3 years
Crib by request
Free

Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The maximum number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check your selected room for the maximum capacity.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

Maestro Mastercard Visa Solo Diners Club American Express Hotel Riviera accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

Please note that only small dogs are allowed on request, and charges are applicable.

Covered Garages are available at an additional charge, please advise on booking.

Please note that when requesting extra cots or beds, please advise of the ages of the children for an accurate quotation.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

FAQs about Hotel Riviera

  • Hotel Riviera has 1 restaurant:

    • Riviera Hotel and Restaurant

  • Guests staying at Hotel Riviera can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.4).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish

  • Hotel Riviera is 650 feet from the center of Sidmouth.

  • Room options at Hotel Riviera include:

    • Single
    • Twin/Double

  • Hotel Riviera offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Beachfront
    • Beach

  • The prices at Hotel Riviera may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • The nearest beach is 350 feet from Hotel Riviera.

  • Check-in at Hotel Riviera is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • The following parking options are available to guests staying at Hotel Riviera (subject to availability):

    • Parking on site
    • Parking
    • Secure parking
    • Accessible parking