The Riviera Hotel & Apartments - Alum Chine - Bournemouth

3-star Bournemouth hotel ranked number 4 on TripAdvisor, a 1-minute walk from the beach

Dining

The Riviera Hotel & Apartments - Alum Chine Bournemouth houses the award-winning Cunarder Conservatory Restaurant, which offers a contemporary take on traditional British menus that change with the seasons. Guests can dine while looking out over Alum Chine trees toward the bay, with the restaurant focusing on local produce. The hotel also provides a bar, snack bar, and breakfast in the room for those wanting a more casual meal.

Leisure & Wellness

The hotel has an indoor heated swimming pool open all year, plus a hot tub and a small studio gym for guest use. Sun loungers and beach chairs are available around the pool, and towels are provided by the hotel. The fitness centre includes a spa locker room and changing facilities.

Family & Entertainment

Families staying at The Riviera Hotel Bournemouth can use the games room, which has a pool table, table tennis, a Nintendo Wii, table football, board games, and children's toys. The hotel also hosts themed dinner nights and live music performances for guests. Kids can participate in a scavenger hunt organised by the hotel, and there are dedicated family-friendly activities throughout the year.

Location & Surroundings

Located in the woodland area of Alum Chine, The Riviera Hotel & Apartments - Alum Chine is a 1-minute walk from the Blue Flag Alum Chine beach. Bournemouth Pier is 2 km away along the seafront promenade, while Westbourne village offers boutique shops, cafes, and restaurants a short walk away. The hotel sits in a peaceful area with scenic walking paths through the chine down to the beach.

Accommodation & Practicalities

The hotel offers spacious holiday apartments that provide self-catering options alongside full hotel services, making them suitable for longer stays. The Riviera Hotel & Apartments - Alum Chine has free on-site parking with electric vehicle charging points and is accessible for guests with disabilities, with grab rails in bathrooms and wheelchair access. The hotel allows pets on request, with a £10 charge per night and additional amenities like dog blankets and treats provided.

• Location: 1-minute walk from Blue Flag Alum Chine beach
• Accolades: Ranked number 4 on TripAdvisor for Bournemouth hotels
• Dining: Award-winning Cunarder Conservatory Restaurant with seasonal British menus
• Family: Games room with pool table, table tennis, Nintendo Wii, table football, board games and children's toys
• Leisure: Indoor heated pool, hot tub, and small studio gym
• Parking: Free on-site parking with electric vehicle charging points