The two identical bedrooms with bay windows overlooking the beach are very nicely furnished, comfortable and well equipped. Dinner was first class in terms of choice, quality of ingredients and presentation of food but regrettably the wine list was mainly over-priced. The reception, lounge and bar areas however desperately needed complete refurbishment. Car parking is interesting. More

What a puzzle this Hotel is rated 5th out of 11 in Sidmouth. We checked in 'on spec' as we were driving through the town purely because it was the nicest looking Hotel on the Esplanade! I'm a Hotel Management Graduate and found the level of service, cleanliness, hospitality, and just the beautiful 'old fashionedness' absolutely outstanding (so did my... More

Just returned from a three night stay celebrating a family birthday at the Riviera in Sidmouth. A very traditional hotel catering for middle aged to elderly guests. Comfort and service excellent nothing is too much trouble. Service in the restaurant is top notch as is the food which is not cheap but you certainly receive value for money. A very... More

We didn't stay at the Hotel Riviera, but stopped by for lunch. It was a lovely experience. The waiters were attentive but not overbearing, the food was delicious (all freshly prepared with high quality ingredients) and the wine was superb. I had Sunday lunch here a few years ago, and that was an equally wonderful experience. It is great to... More

We had a deluxe sea view room. We felt cared for, spoiled even and the room had a homely ambience with wonderful beds. Time seemed to stop. Very friendly staff, always ensuring that our needs were met. Not a cheap stay, the food was very good with only the one item being sent back because we felt that it was... More

Afternoon tea £15.75 selection of sandwiches, teas, scones with cream and cakes. Great location, lovely day and the presentation on a tiered rack was fab so it should have been yum yum but sorry Riviera staff ,who were attentive and polite, your scones are hard, the bread in the finger sandwiches was tired and wasn't fresh, so it was ho... More

We dined at the hotel yesterday evening to celebrate my dad's 80th birthday. From the moment that we stepped out of the taxi we were greeted by name, shown to our reserved area of the bar, and treated so well. This hotel demonstrates high quality service, style and cuisine - a rare quality these days. Many, many thanks. More

This is the third time we have dined at the Hotel Riviera and the experience on each occasion has been excellent. The very fine food from an accomplished kitchen, was matched by excellent and friendly service. The best value for money is the set menu, which consists of four courses plus coffee for around £28. My meal commenced with a... More

we went there for my wifes 50th.birthday for 2 nights.A so called luxury suite,thats a joke. with bay windows overlooking the sea.Saturday night all hell breaks loose with the noise next door from 10.30 to 4a.m. I went to see the porter to complain twice.I informed him we would be leaving between 6/7a.m.could I see the manager or owner,as I... More