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About the Hotel

14 Burnaby Road, Alum Chine, Bournemouth, United Kingdom, BH4 8JF

Rooms & Accommodations

The Riviera Hotel & Apartments offers 69 en-suite bedrooms with wide-screen digital TVs, complimentary tea and coffee trays, and 24-hour room service. Many rooms have private balconies with views of Bournemouth Bay and Alum Chine. The QE2 suite includes a lounge/dining area, a large balcony with sunbeds, and interconnecting options for families. Ground-floor rooms have steps to public areas. Riviera Holiday Apartments provide self-catering options with full hotel access.

Dining Options

The Cunarder Conservatory Restaurant serves modern British cuisine with seasonal adjustments, featuring local produce and sea views. The Bridge Bar & Grill offers homemade stone-baked pizzas, light meals, and drinks with views of Alum Chine. Breakfast includes full English and continental options, with gluten-free choices available. Private dining and group events can be arranged in the restaurant or function rooms.

Leisure & Facilities

Guests have access to an indoor swimming pool, spa bath, and studio gym with cross trainers and treadmills. The leisure club is open daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM. A games room with pool and football tables is available for children during school holidays. The garden and terrace feature sun loungers and a text-to-order drink service.

Location & Attractions

The hotel is in Alum Chine, 3.5 km from Bournemouth Central, with direct access to a Blue Flag sandy beach via a suspension bridge. It's a 20-minute walk to Bournemouth Pier or Sandbanks. Nearby attractions include the Alum Chine Tropical Gardens, Westbourne's Victorian arcade, and Poole Harbour. The Jurassic Coast and Lulworth Cove are within driving distance.

Services & Events

The hotel provides online check-in, group tour coordination, and event planning for weddings, conferences, and parties. Function rooms accommodate up to 230 guests, with options for private bars and dance floors. Baby showers, prom nights, and Masonic events are catered with customized packages. Leisure facilities are free for guests, and family-friendly amenities include cots and high chairs.

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Double Room

Max:

2 persons

16 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

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Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

20 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Shower

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Family Room

Max:

2 persons

25 m²

Bed options:

1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed

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Getting around

All Transportation Options at a Glance

City Centre

Bournemouth 1.6 km

Airports

Bournemouth (BOH) 13.5 km

Southampton (SOU) 57.0 km

Train

Bournemouth Central Station 3.0 km

Bus

Bus stop 1.1 km

Amenities

Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay

Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi in rooms

Parking

Off-site car park

Luggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
Off-site car park
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Lift
Barber shop
Smoke detectors
Electric vehicle charging station
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Billiard tables
Table tennis

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Picnic area/ Tables
Dinner
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Board games
Children's menu
Game room

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Indoor swimming pool
Beach access
Sun loungers
Live entertainment
Sun terrace
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room
Jacuzzi

Room features

Wi-Fi in rooms
Heating
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

14 Burnaby Road, Alum Chine, Bournemouth, United Kingdom, BH4 8JF

Map view

14 Burnaby Road, Alum Chine, Bournemouth, United Kingdom, BH4 8JF

City landmarks

Beach

Bournemouth Beach

1.6 km

Harbour

Bournemouth Pier

2.1 km

Aquarium

Oceanarium

2.1 km

Gallery

Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum

2.2 km

Parking area

Bournemouth International Centre

2.2 km

Garden

Lower Gardens

2.4 km

Gallery

Gallery 65

1.2 km

Landmark

Westbourne

1.6 km

Theatre

Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre

2.2 km

Landmark

Upside Down House

1.4 km

Square

The Square

2.4 km

Church

St Peter's Church

2.6 km

Landmark

West Cliff Lift

1.6 km

Garden

Compton Acres

2.8 km

Landmark

Argyll Gardens

700 m

Gallery

Westover Gallery

2.5 km

Park

Meyrick Park

2.2 km

Landmark

Lollipops Play Cafe Bournemouth

1.3 km

Landmark

Durley Chine Beach

800 m

Landmark

Middle Chine Beach

800 m

Amusement Park

Treehouse Family Play

2.0 km

Parking area

Branksome Chine Car Park

880 m

Beach

Middle Chine

1.0 km

Park

Bournemouth Parks

2.2 km

Landmark

Afternoon tea

1.1 km

Beach

Branksome Dene Chine Beach

1.1 km

Landmark

Central Gardens

2.3 km

Casino

Grosvenor Casino Bournemouth

2.4 km

Nearby

Beach

Alum Chine Beach

530 m

Garden

Tropical Gardens

560 m

Restaurants

Cunarder & Conservatory Restaurant

40 m

14 - 16 Burnaby Road

Vesuvio

540 m

Seafront

Harvester

1.1 km

7 Durley Chine Road The Durley Inn

Chineside

1.1 km

Durley Chine Road

Branksome Beach

1.5 km

Branksome chine

Branksome Beach Restaurant

1.5 km

Restaurant

Guest Ratings & Reviews

Real Guest Experiences & Ratings

84%

enjoyed their stay & would return

Convenient location

Helpful staff

Limited breakfast options

Need for maintenance

8.4/10

Great

Rooms

7.3

Location

8.5

Service

8.8

Dining

6.5

4.5/5 based on 2769 reviews

#1 of 66 hotels in Bournemouth based on Tripadvisor

George

United Kingdom, May 2024

8.2/10

I stayed at a hotel in a great location close to the beach, but a bit isolated from shops and restaurants. The room was slightly cramped but suitable for a short stay. The atmosphere was influenced by senior coach parties, not ideal for couples.

Rooms

7.0

The room was slightly cramped but manageable for a short stay. The surroundings felt a bit isolated from the main hotel facilities.

Service

9.0

The staff were kind, helpful, and accommodating beyond their duties. They were very friendly, and the entertainment and pool were fantastic.

Location

8.0

The location was great, just a short walk to the beach and town. Ideal for families with babies, but the reception could use a bit more friendliness.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was of high standard with a wide food selection available. However, it seemed like an afterthought due to lack of guests that night.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel facilities were clean and well-maintained. The pool and gym were in excellent condition.

John

United Kingdom, April 2024

8.0/10

It perfectly suited our needs. The rooms would have been unbearable without the fan, but they were just right for us.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were lifesavers with the fan during the busy holiday season. They were perfect for our stay.

Service

9.0

The staff went above and beyond to cater to our needs. They were incredibly sympathetic and provided exceptional service.

Location

9.0

The hotel is ideally located, very convenient to the local beach, and in proximity to Bournemouth and Sandbanks. A few maintenance touches are needed, but overall, a great quality stay.

Dining

7.0

The breakfast options were limited and the service seemed a bit slow, but overall, it was satisfactory. The kids might have preferred more variety.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were adequate, although some areas could use a bit of improvement, especially in terms of maintenance.

Convenient location

Limited breakfast options

Sue

United Kingdom, July 2023

7.6/10

The hotel has its ups and downs. The rooms were small and a bit cramped, but the sea view upgrade was a nice touch. The service was top-notch, though parking was a bit limited. The location was beautiful and serene, but some areas needed refurbishment. Dining was expensive and the breakfast options were not great.

Rooms

6.0

The rooms were very small and pokey, and the stairs to the apartment were tight, but the sea view upgrade was fantastic.

Service

9.0

The service was 5-star in all aspects to our needs, and the reception staff were very friendly. However, parking space was a bit short.

Location

8.0

The location was beautiful, tranquil, and clean, with nice greenery around. It was close to Bournemouth and would be handy for the beach in the summer.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was very expensive, cold, and the breakfast options were not satisfying.

Facilities

5.0

Sea view upgrade

Expensive dining

Johnny

United Kingdom, April 2023

8.0/10

The hotel had all the necessities for the bathroom, but could do with air conditioning. The rooms were damp and didn't have enough storage space for a family of 4, yet they were a lovely size and really clean.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were a lovely size and really clean.

Service

8.0

The staff were all very friendly and helpful.

Location

9.0

The location is perfect, just a few minutes walk from the beach, although the bedroom walls could be a bit thin.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was good with lots to choose from and very clean, but could improve on the toasts.