Hotel Riviera

About

Splendidly positioned at the centre of Sidmouth’s esplanade overlooking the beach and offering fantastic views out to sea, The Hotel Riviera is one of the town’s premier Regency hotels offering modern comforts elegantly intwined with the charm and ambience befitting such a historic building.

The grand Regency architecture that makes the hotel so famous once housed a terrace of three storey houses and this relaxing, home from home atmosphere remains throughout the hotel, alongside the commitment to tradition hotel service, the Hotel Riviera is the place to base yourself during your trip to East Devon.  Whether you are looking to unwind, create unforgettable memories or enjoy the festive season, you’ll find your perfect break here.

Guests can enjoy a sea view from the ensuite bedrooms, all of which have are fully appointed and have thoughtful extras. All rooms are ensuite and tastefully designed in keeping with the hotel’s character. All the rooms come with a range of facilities as standard, including WiFi, tea and coffee making facilities, a hairdryer, TV, telephone and data port for those guests who are on a working holiday. You’ll also find a range of complimentary toiletries, bathrobes and flowers to make you feel truly at home during your stay. The hotel also has a lift providing easy access to all floors.

One of the main draws of staying in Sidmouth is the beautiful Jurassic Coast and the proximity to the East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty where you can enjoy walks, bike rides and a host of outdoor activities. The town of Sidmouth is a charming seaside resort full of Regency era buildings and a fascinating history as well as a host of leisure activities ranging from sports to science workshops, perfect for the whole family. From here, you can also easily access the nearby towns and villages of Beer, Seaton and Budleigh Salterton as well as the wider Sid Valley, all of which have their own charms.

We are not only content with bringing our guests a luxury place to stay during their visit to Sidmouth, the Hotel Riviera also offers an extensive menu of fine dishes created with locally sourced products from around the region. The elegant bay-view dining room provides a light, airy atmosphere to enjoy an ever changing menu, while the Regency Bar offers a relaxed environment complete with our resident pianist.

Our team of Chefs prepare a range of fresh dishes every day that combine international favourites with traditional English cuisine. Also open to non residents, the restaurant specialises in seafood and offers an extensive a la carte menu, Table d’hote dinner menu and a lunch menu, catering for every taste. Special diets and vegetarian meals are also available by prior arrangement and refreshments are available throughout the day, including our very popular traditional Devonshire cream teas, which can be enjoyed in the lounge or outside on the terrace where you can enjoy the summer sun.

As well as offering quality holiday accommodation, the Hotel Riviera is also a popular venue for weddings, functions and other special occasions. The hotel’s experienced and friendly team is on hand every step of the way to help you plan the perfect event, from up to the minute business conferences to family parties and weddings. A business event in Sidmouth isn’t complete without the team at the Hotel Riviera, our fully functional suite has extensive facilities and your delegates can be provided with conference packs, pens, water, mints, WiFi and a host of audio/visual equipment, so whether you are hosting a meeting or a conference, you can rest assure that you will be well catered for.

Aside from the beautiful, central location, the hotel is blessed with a beautiful restaurant and function suite which are available for a variety of events. From exquisite food to the perfect backdrop for photographs, this is the ideal venue, whatever you have planned.

Open all year around, the Hotel Riviera is well known for their Christmas and New Year breaks which have been celebrated onsite for hundreds of years. The team of friendly and attentive staff really make it a festive treat which will never be forgotten.