Name: Riviere on Golden Beach
Address: 72 Esplanade, Golden Beach, QLD4551, AU

10/10

Exceptional

02 Jun 2025

Janet

Apartment was great!
But no air-conditioning

Leisure Friends

2/10

Poor

29 Apr 2025

Ben

Got charged $50 for leaving 3 rubbish bags neatly stacked and tied up as all the bins where out for collection

Leisure Family_with_children

4/10

Poor

22 Apr 2025

Vanessa

Great location. Spacious apartments.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

01 Apr 2024

Rachel

Our first beach holiday with the two kids and this did not disappoint.
The apartment was so spacious, clean and tidy. Every amenity you could need.
Right on the beach and the cafes opposite made a perfect morning coffee.
We ran into other residents in the complex who were all so friendly.
Can’t wait to book again.

Leisure Family_with_children

6/10

Pleasant

10 Mar 2024

Jerram

The property was clean, very well priced and hosts were polite. A good amount of table and kitchenware was supplied so you could easily cook for yourself. There were two coffee machines, one was broken however and the other was a pod machine but we didn’t bring pods.

There were two areas of attention.

Firstly, we stayed on the 8th floor in the 3 bedroom apartment. There was no air conditioning. To me this was a surprise as I don’t even check for a/c anymore as you just expect everywhere has it. This meant we had to have windows and doors open and the weekend we stayed the weather was poor so it was a choice between being hot or having very strong breezes and occasionally rain/mist blowing through the place. Supposedly a/c is being added slowly to the units but it makes a big difference.

The other issue was the wifi didn’t appear to reach to our floor so we were on our own data. Not a big issue but makes it harder to use streaming services on the TV etc.

I would stay here again if a/c was fitted as otherwise it appeared to be a very well run establishment. Nice pool area too.

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

03 Feb 2024

Valued

Wonderful stay

Very spacious, well positioned unit with lovely views. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Managers were very friendly too.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

20 Sep 2023

Desiree

A great location. It really was a perfect stay.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

11 Sep 2023

Amy

Loved every moment we spent here the owners are very lovely people

8/10

Excellent

07 May 2023

Wendy

The unit was very spacious and well appointed with everything we needed. Great views. The unit was clean, but it needed a good spring clean to clean window tracks, wardrobe tracks, fans and lights and skirting were very dusty. The basement parking was very tight and we had a medium sized car. Was evident from the car paint on the concrete posts that we were not the only ones who found it challenging. Would be a great holiday place for a family with young children.

10/10

Exceptional

19 Jan 2023

Judi Joy

Clean, friendly and relaxing

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

11 Jan 2023

Joanne

Big and spacious for our family Everything we needed the view was fantastic will definitely go back again.

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

02 Jan 2023

Kerrie

The cleanliness of the property could have been better. The decor and a vomit smell throughout the room was a little disheartning.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

02 May 2022

Dallas De

The new management team were excellent and friendly.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

26 Apr 2022

Brian

Absolutely fantastic apartment. Beautiful location and wouldn't hesitate to stay again.

Business_and_leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

25 Mar 2022

Lynette

Excellent location and views. The unit had everything you could need and was very clean and tidy. Also lovely property managers who were very accommodating and helpful.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

30 Jan 2022

Bianca

Loved this place...Beautiful spot...Very clean rooms...Great amenities and managers are lovely..Highly recommend😄

Leisure Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

26 Jan 2022

Robert

Beautiful location, lovely pool and gardens. Fantastic water views.

Leisure Family

4/10

Poor

25 Dec 2021

Dean

Yep should always read the fine print.

No air conditioning meant it was horrifically hot in the morning.

Must have been at least 40 degrees with the sun directly frying the unit on the bedroom side from about 5 am to 7 am and still unbearably hot throughout the day.

Learnt that lesson after the first night and slept with every possible door and window open.

The noise in the morning cancelled out any real benefit in temperature. Still way too hot.

The inside unit reeks of sweat and humidity. Otherwise, it’s in good dated condition. Carpets are pretty filthy really in high traffic areas.

The designated car parking sport was a challenge with zero room for error in trying to get into the spot and then reverse out it.

Saw other guests in nearby spots spend at least 10 mins trying to get out and they still hadn’t.

Can not fault.

Not relaxing at all given the heat situation.

Would never stay there again.

Needs air conditioning at a minimum. Many of the other units also have extra screens and shutters but not this one.

Had to write the review as a clear warning to not book here unless you are used to being cooked while you sleep.

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

18 Dec 2021

Dave

What a beautiful holiday thank you

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

24 Sep 2020

Clarissa

Our apartment directly overlooked Golden Beach, it was our first time staying here and I would recommend. Walking paths close by were excellent and in good condition.
Property manager friendly and very helpful as well.

Leisure Family

4/10

Poor

17 Feb 2020

Joe

Still trying to figure out how this place is rated as a 4 star \"luxury\" accommodation. Maybe I missed the memo that apartments are being rated now on a 10 star scale. Upon checking in we went straight to our room. The humidity hit us right away when we walked in....ok, no worries i will just put the aircon on. Except one small detail.....there was no aircon. I immediately called the manager, who was very nice when she was taking our credit card info however when i spoke to her on the phone to ask her about the aircon her answer was that nowhere did it state the place had air conditioning. Hmmmmm, im sorry for assuming a 4 star \"luxury \" accommodation had aircon.....how silly of me! She also very rudely mentioned something about me booking through a 3rd party (Expedia).....like it was a terrible thing. We did find one fan in the closet but guess what......yep, broken. Ok....so now we are stuck with paying a good amount of money for a \"luxury\" apartment with no aircon and no working fan but to add insult to injury, the internet was not working. she was quick to mention that it would be fixed weds. Thats great if it was Tuesday but it was Friday and we were leaving Sunday. Other issues....Lift call button was out of order in the car park, the sheets were like sand paper, any power outlets were behind beds and not easy to access. Don't be fooled by the pics and the other reviews.....this place is a joke!By far the worst place i have ever stayed at and will never return.

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

09 Oct 2019

Verified traveler

Fantastic location, lovely unit, all amenities close by

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

15 Sep 2019

Verified traveler

Right on the water great view clean and tidy extra parking for large 4wd

Leisure Family_with_children

6/10

Pleasant

26 Feb 2019

Verified traveler

Pentouse dated, needs painting, new carpet, shower heads, beds and bedroom furniture, broom, iron not hot enough, had to buy a new iron. Inside most of the draws are marked.Owner is updating having done the kitchen, dining table, lounge, coffee table and curtains. More needs to be done at the prices.

Friends_and_family Partner

4/10

Poor

05 Jan 2019

Verified traveler

We loved the pool but that was about all we enjoyed about our stay. As soon as we walked into the apartment there was an extremely strong odour of cigarette smoke despite being a non smoking room. It stunk out the whole apartment and was worse in the main bedroom. We approached reception to inform them, only to be told the last group staying in the same room were 'smokers but only smoked on the balcony'. He did offer an air freshener which only masked the smell. We had already had to buy air freshener so this wasn't helpful. The bath and main toilet were not cleaned properley either (dust and hairs) and the overall feeling felt dirty. Added with the stench of stale cigarette smoke causing headaches (it was so strong it smelt like they had smoked inside during their stay). We ended up leaving early. Very underwhelming experience and definitely won't stay there again!

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

02 Dec 2018

Verified traveler

Great location to water and views just has no air con for those humid conditions

Business Self

10/10

Exceptional

17 Sep 2018

CkayR

Spacious 3 bdrm apartment on 9th floor overlooking the beach. Decor dated but breathtaking views of the sea and Caloundra township. Comfortable and sunny with large deck for outdoor entertaining.
Earthworks currently underway on beach below which was noisy during the day but finished by late afternoon. Lovely heated pool and outdoor bbq area which we did not get a chance to use but clean and well maintained. Friendly, helpful Manager. Would happily stay again.

10/10

Exceptional

27 Jan 2018

Verified traveler

Fantastic location with gorgeous views - wow

Our family had a beautiful stay at the Riviere thank you for having us, we will defiantly be back.
The Parsons family

8/10

Excellent

30 Sep 2017

Bill & Fran

Great place to relax, on the beach.

Great place to have a break from the rat race. Room was clean and well provided with amenities. Very well set out rooms. Great views. Staff very helpful.
Very good to have the chance to relax.

8/10

Excellent

01 Sep 2017

chris

Overlooked the beach and good facilities

The apartment was a good size with all the facilities you would expect. Close to the beach and local shops. Car parking good. However we hadn't been advised that the apartment next door was undergoing refurbishment so during the day it noisy, although the workmen were ok. When we asked the management why we had no info on this and when the work would be complete etc they weren't helpful. I had to find out for myself which was disappointing.

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jul 2017

Charles

Lovely place with good local restaurants and a welcome walk into town

Partner

8/10

Excellent

09 Jul 2017

Verified traveler

Perfect Place for a Family Holiday

We had a wonderful family holiday at Riviera. The room was modern and spacious and perfectly located to the beach and to shops.

10/10

Exceptional

04 Jul 2017

Verified traveler

Good location with great view. Quiet location, Friendly staff

10/10

Exceptional

26 Jun 2017

Jo

Great location!

Quiet, away from the busy part of Caloundra. Nice staff, the apartment was very clean and modern, good sized and well stocked with everything we needed, wish we could have stayed longer.

8/10

Excellent

28 May 2017

Rena

Lovely views

Excellent position lovely views

Family

8/10

Excellent

27 Mar 2017

Susan

Great for family holiday

The view was wonderful more than 180 degree views of the beach from living area, master bedroom and spa and 2nd bedroom deck and hinterland views from the other 2 bedrooms. only minutes to local shops etc. Little dated but still in great condition. Lovely managers. Great pool with BBQ area for the family. Plenty of car parks.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

22 Mar 2017

Verified traveler

Relaxing short stay

Lovely uninterrupted view out over Bribie Island to the ocean. Watch the ships pass by and key an eye on the swans and eagles.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

19 Mar 2017

Nathan

Great stay in a great area

Family

10/10

Exceptional

13 Nov 2016

simone

Amazing view

Friendly staff, well equipped kitchen, tasteful interior, amazing view.

8/10

Excellent

18 Sep 2016

carol

Recommend

was lovely hotel, clean and very accommodating. Was close to all amenities. Only downfall could find as upstairs must have had tile floors you could hear the scraping of furniture but minor downfall. enjoyable stay and close to Caloundra for a nice meal. Room was ready on time so no waiting.

10/10

Exceptional

05 Sep 2016

Trudi

totally amazed from inside out

This motel was a surprise choice. From when we opened the door we were amazed at the design and fittings inside the apartment. The furniture, decor and carpet appeared to be new; and tastefully decorated. The balcony is accessible from the main and second bedrooms and the lounge room. Fantastic 180 degree views of the ocean, esplanade and Caloundra skyline. Plenty to watch from here. Its only a short drive to the main hub or shopping centre. There is a selection of food places in close proximity to the motel, plus a news-agency and convenience store.
Ceiling fans throughout.
However, it is not air-conditioned.

10/10

Exceptional

18 Apr 2016

Billyho

Great view, swim, canoe, fish

Fantastic view, fronts the Bribie Passage for swimming, canoeing, SUPing & fishing. Local shops, restaurants & cafes 200 meters away. Paths into Caloundra & along the passage for walking, cycling & jogging. Unit furnished beautifully & comfortably, well equipped kitchen, spa bath. Great pool area & BBQ. Would thoroughly recommend.

8/10

Excellent

14 Mar 2016

Verified traveler

Room a little dated but great water views, clean and tidy

10/10

Exceptional

27 Nov 2015

Ruth

Respite to sanity

arrived warm out and sick. left sick days later ready to face life again.

10/10