THE RIVIERA HOTEL & APARTMENTS - ALUM CHINE | Airport hotel in Bournemouth | From 145$/Night

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12-16 Burnaby Road, Bournemouth, United Kingdom, BH4 8JF

The Riviera Hotel & Apartments - Alum Chine, a 3-star property ranked number 4 on TripAdvisor for hotels in Bournemouth, is located 9.5 miles from Bournemouth Airport. This family-owned hotel near airport sits in the wooded Alum Chine area, 2 miles from Bournemouth Central, with Bournemouth Beach and the town center a 20-minute walk along the promenade. Scenic Alum Chine features a Victorian suspension bridge and tree-lined slopes leading to its Blue Flag sandy beach.

Comfortable Accommodations

The Riviera Hotel offers 69 en-suite bedrooms with wide-screen digital TVs, complimentary tea and coffee trays, and many with private balconies overlooking Bournemouth Bay. The QE2 suite includes a spacious lounge, dining area, and an extensive balcony with sunbeds, suitable for families of 4 or 6. Some rooms are located in a garden lodge with private seating areas.

Dining & Bar

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 and light meals in an Art Deco setting. Breakfast options include full English and continental choices, with gluten-free alternatives available.

Leisure & Relaxation

Guests can use the indoor swimming pool, spa bath, and studio gym, all complimentary. The garden and terrace provide a quiet retreat with sun loungers and garden games. Alum Chine Tropical Gardens and the suspension bridge are nearby for scenic walks.

Events & Meetings

The Riviera Hotel Bournemouth has flexible function rooms for events, accommodating up to 200 guests. The Mauretania Meeting Room includes a private bar and dance floor, ideal for weddings or conferences. Business amenities include free Wi-Fi, projectors, and flipcharts.

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Double Room

Max:

2 persons

175 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 Double bed

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Twin Room

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2 persons

220 sq. feet

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2 Single beds

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Family Room

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2 persons

270 sq. feet

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Getting around

Transportation options available

City Centre

Bournemouth 1.0 mi

Airports

Bournemouth (BOH) 8.4 mi

Southampton (SOU) 35.4 mi

Train

Bournemouth Central Station 1.9 mi

Bus

Bus stop3700 ft

Facilities

Stay relaxed and refreshed just minutes from the airport

Free Wi-Fi

Free 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
Parking
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

Free 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 info

12-16 Burnaby Road, Bournemouth, United Kingdom, BH4 8JF

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12-16 Burnaby Road, Bournemouth, United Kingdom, BH4 8JF

City landmarks

Beach

Bournemouth Beach

5200 ft

Harbour

Bournemouth Pier

1.3 mi

Aquarium

Oceanarium

1.3 mi

Gallery

Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum

1.3 mi

Parking area

Bournemouth International Centre

1.3 mi

Garden

Lower Gardens

1.5 mi

Gallery

Gallery 65

4000 ft

Poole Road 17 Seamoor Road

Westbourne

5200 ft

Theatre

Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre

1.4 mi

The Triangle

Upside Down House

4700 ft

Square

The Square

1.5 mi

Church

St Peter's Church

1.6 mi

West Cliff Lift

1.0 mi

Garden

Compton Acres

1.7 mi

14 Milner Rd

Argyll Gardens

2300 ft

Gallery

Westover Gallery

1.5 mi

Park

Meyrick Park

1.4 mi

16 Landseer Road Westbourne

Lollipops Play Cafe Bournemouth

4200 ft

Bournemouth BH2 5JF

Durley Chine Beach

2700 ft

Bournemouth BH4 8AF

Middle Chine Beach

2700 ft

Amusement Park

Treehouse Family Play

1.2 mi

Parking area

Branksome Chine Car Park

2900 ft

Beach

Middle Chine

3400 ft

Park

Bournemouth Parks

1.4 mi

31a Seamoor Rd

Afternoon tea

3700 ft

Beach

Branksome Dene Chine Beach

3800 ft

Central Gardens

1.4 mi

Casino

Grosvenor Casino Bournemouth

1.5 mi

Nearby

Beach

Alum Chine Beach

1800 ft

Garden

Tropical Gardens

1900 ft

Restaurants

Cunarder & Conservatory Restaurant

200 ft

14 - 16 Burnaby Road

Vesuvio

1800 ft

Seafront

Harvester

3500 ft

7 Durley Chine Road The Durley Inn

Chineside

3600 ft

Durley Chine Road

Branksome Beach

5000 ft

Branksome chine

Branksome Beach Restaurant

5100 ft

Restaurant

Guest scores and detailed hotel feedback

Past guest experiences and opinions

86%

enjoyed their visit and would return

Convenient location

Helpful staff

Limited breakfast options

Need for maintenance

8.6/10

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.