Experience the Best of the English Riviera at the Riviera Hotel
The Riviera Hotel, situated in the heart of Torquay, offers a warm welcome to all its guests. Whether you are visiting on business or pleasure, our hotel provides the perfect setting for your stay on the English Riviera. Our hotel has undergone extensive refurbishment to bring it up to an excellent standard throughout, ensuring that our guests have a comfortable and enjoyable stay.
Our Services
At the Riviera Hotel, we offer a range of services to ensure that our guests have a relaxing and enjoyable stay. Our accommodation comprises of 189 well-appointed, en-suite bedrooms, including singles, doubles, twins, triples, and large family rooms. Each room is equipped with digital flat-screen TVs and tea and coffee making facilities.
Our restaurant serves traditional cuisine, with our chefs carving delicious home-cooked joints, market day specials, and vegetarian options. Our guests can help themselves to a variety of freshly cooked vegetables and potatoes, followed by a mouth-watering choice of hot and cold desserts.
Leisure Facilities
We have a lovely indoor pool, open seasonally, and a Sports Bar serving drinks and food from 12 pm, with free WiFi available. Our guests can also enjoy nightly cabaret-style entertainment in the Show Bar. For those who love sports, our Sports Bar shows live Sky and BT sports games on large flat-screen TVs.
Special Offers and Events
The Riviera Hotel offers a range of special offers and events throughout the year. From Turkey and Tinsel breaks to New Year's Party weekends, Cabaret Weekends, and Elvis Tribute Weekends, there's always something happening at the Riviera Hotel. We also have an all-you-can-eat carvery every Sunday from 12 pm to 3 pm.
Location
Situated in the heart of Torquay, our hotel is just a 3-minute walk to the beach and town centre. The Riviera Hotel is the perfect base for exploring the English Riviera and all it has to offer.
Hotel Overview
The Riviera Hotel is an older-style hotel that is currently undergoing refurbishment. It has 190 bedrooms, with some rooms already refurbished and others still in the process of being updated. The hotel caters mainly to coach parties from the UK and abroad, offering 4-5 night accommodation, bed, and breakfast, as well as evening meals.
Positive Aspects
- Friendly and helpful staff
- Good food, with a buffet-style menu and plenty of choice
- Entertainment options, including a large entertainment hall with live performers and bingo
- Comfortable beds and clean rooms
- Good value for money
- Friendly and accommodating staff
Negative Aspects
- Older-style hotel with some rooms not yet refurbished
- Confusing layout and long walks between rooms
- Limited accessibility for guests with mobility issues
- Some rooms have issues with decor, cleanliness, and maintenance
- Upgrades are available, but at an additional cost
- Parking can be expensive and difficult to find
- Some guests have reported poor customer service
Room Quality
- Some rooms are refurbished and modern, while others are still outdated
- Beds are generally comfortable, but some rooms have issues with decor and cleanliness
- Upgrades are available, but at an additional cost
Food and Drink
- Good food, with a buffet-style menu and plenty of choice
- Breakfast is generally good, with a wide range of options
- Evening meals can be hit-or-miss, with some guests reporting poor quality food
Entertainment and Amenities
- Large entertainment hall with live performers and bingo
- Sports bar with a good atmosphere
- Swimming pool, although some guests have reported issues with cleanliness
- Hotel is close to the seafront and town centre, making it a convenient location

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