Name: Riviera Lodge
Address: Croft Road, 26, Torquay, TQ2 5UE, GB

10/10

Exceptional

12 Jul 2026

Steve

Spotlessly clean and everyone is so helpful.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

01 Jul 2026

Laraine

Having stayed at this hotel 3 years ago we decided to return to the same family run hotel.
Very helpful friendly staff.
The room was very compact and very warm as there was no air conditioning but a fan was offered.
There wasn't a safe in the room for valuables.
The breakfast menu was fair and freshly cooked. A limited choice of fruit juices (apple or orange).
The property has a lounge with a pool table and a bar and there is a sunlounge.
Outside was a nice pool and sunloungers.
Would be happy to return again.
A secure gated car park.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

25 Jun 2026

Saleem

Free parking on site very friendly owners nice clean room very nice hotel throughout had a excellent stay enjoyed the breakfast will come back again.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

31 May 2026

kevin

Made to feel very welcome, owners very nice and accommodating.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 May 2026

Anne

5* Hotel.. staff were always there to help, very polite,..everywhere was clean and tidy, from the reception, too the rooms and communal areas immaculate, couldn't fault. The pool was lovely and clean..Breakfast was amazing, good quality ingredients used..Could not fault anything.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

25 May 2026

Natalie

Lovely. Room beautifully decorated. Staff extremely attentive. Will definitely be back. Tried to book another night but sadly booked up

Good breakfast. Lots of parking at property or nearby street. No stress. Very easy. Local, just a short walk down the hill to the main bit. Highly recommended ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

8/10

Excellent

18 Jun 2025

Gary

Excellent service,friendly staff

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 May 2025

Rhys

Real Gem.

On first arrival the car park had plenty of space with a gentle slope to reception. Rang the bell to check in. All very pleasant. Guys name is John and he is as nice as they come. Checked in a went to room. All very nice again. It’s what you need on a business trip. Tv. Bed. Kettle and shower. Had a beer in the bar, good selection of tap beers. I’d missed the kitchen due to my arrival time but he offered sandwiches, pizza etc out of hours. Enjoyed a few beers in the bar and got my head down. Very comfortable bed and slept well. Breakfast was a delight, fruit and poached eggs for me but everything you could want including vegan options on the menu. Checked out and will be back. Keep doing what you do guys. AAAAA+++

Business

8/10

Excellent

22 May 2025

Jony

Good place to stay

Partner

8/10

Excellent

15 Sep 2024

Charlotte

Only negative was the WiFi and 4/5G signals from the room.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

14 Sep 2024

David

One of the nicest hotels I have stayed in. It’s a lovely traditional hotel building (1920s shall we say?) which has been beautifully renovated and refurbished. Both the big picture and the small details are delightful. Staff service was friendly with a real sense of team and purpose. I haven’t mentioned the small outdoor pool (constant 27c) or hot tub simply because I didn’t use them this time! I can’t remember what I paid for my one-night visit but it was a bargain, and I would be very happy to return 😎

Self

10/10

Exceptional

29 Aug 2024

L

Business stay, very warm welcome & very comfortable well appointed room.
Excellent breakfast too.

Business

10/10

Exceptional

26 Aug 2024

mark

The hotel was Gr8 a week away, and the owners were Fab; nothing too much trouble. Torquay town was 8 min walk, so the location was perfect. The pool was clean and warm ( heated ), and the jacuzzi was an excellent touch food 10/10. I would recommend this little gem for your stay

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 Jul 2024

Keith

The staff were friendly & efficient - the accommodation very comfortable

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Sep 2023

Baldish

Amazing hotel!! If you are visiting area and can afford that bit more, then choose this place. You will NOT be disappointed!! Family run business and they were lovely!! Pool awesome and they have a hot tub!! We loved it!!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

13 Jun 2023

Laraine

Our stay in Torquay.

Really enjoyed our stay at the Riviera Lodge Hotel. The people who owned it and the staff were all very friendly and helpful. The hotel was clean. The room was a compact double and enough for our needs. Tea and coffee and 2 bottles of water in the room. The breakfast was enjoyable. Would definitely go back to the same hotel again.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Jun 2023

Roger

Everything was ok nothing to dislike very nice pool south facing

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

11 Sep 2021

Chris

Lovely hotel would book again!

Overall this is probably one of the best hotels we have ever stayed at. Nothing was too much and we enjoyed our stay that much so, that we extended our stay for another two nights. Very clean. Breakfast was provided with a large variety to choose from. Bar area was nice, had a pool table and liked the personal touch that there were packs of cards/dominos for guests to use as well. Pool area was lovely and we used the hot tub which was great too. It was sanitised between uses. The only negative was the room we were moved to for the final night was very small compared to our previous room. They did ask if we would like to view the room and we did say no. I just felt that as the rooms were the same price, they were very different in size. The room on the last night also got very, very warm. However, we had a great stay overall and the hotel was in a desirable location also. We would definitely consider going back again!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

21 Aug 2021

Verified traveler

Very helpful and friendly staff. Breakfast was great and the pool and jacuzzi also. A good location and easy to access the harbour and town centre. The wifi in my room was pretty non existent but was advised that they are aware of this and do have boosters. The weak wifi connection seems to be the case for most venues in the Torquay area though so not really a fault of the hotel I’d suggest. I would recommend staying here and have already to my friends.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

18 Aug 2021

Verified traveler

Great location. Everything about the hotel was excellent the pool area (although we didn’t use the pool) the bar. Our room was lovely. The owners were very helpful. Check in was easy & quick. Would definitely book a stay again

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

22 Sep 2019

Allan

eo days in Torquay

Lovely place to stay in s perfect position , pool and hot tub in the lovely garden , breakfast was nice , shower in bathroom had little pressure and could have been easier to work but overall we would stay again , hosts could not go enough for us

Partner

8/10

Excellent

12 Aug 2019

Tim

A great find 👍

Just returned from a weekend stay at Rivera Lodge, we enjoyed everything about it, friendly professional owners and staff, swift and easy check in/out, very clean hotel, nice rooms, a lovely bar, seating area over looking a very well maintained heated pool and garden area contain a hot tub (although sadly never got to use them due to the English weather,), very good location a 10 min walk to beach and Torquay town, would definitely recommend and will be visiting again 👍

Partner

2/10

Poor

25 Jul 2019

Verified traveler

Warning – please read carefully!
We came across this hotel on the Expedia site and were looking forward to a week away as we were caring for my mum 24/7 and were ready for a weeks respite with mum going into a care home during our break. We had booked 2 rooms so my daughter and partner could come with us.
Sadly on the 30 June 2019 my mum died suddenly and unexpectedly. This was the day we were to travel down and start our holiday. I informed the Hotel owners at 11.30am and explained we would not be able to come under the very sad circumstances so they could re-let the rooms.
Later I enquired about a refund expecting a gesture in the very sad circumstances. All I got was a list of excuses why no refund at all would be given. We were shocked as were Expedia! They actually made more profit out of us than usual with NO food cost, NO cleaning or linen costs. I will never book at this hotel again as the owners showed no compassion offering not a penny refund and are only interested in their own bank balance.
If you do book here you need to worry if you don’t have travel insurance. We lost over £1188!!!!

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

10 Jul 2019

johnaaro

I think probably one of the best hotels I have stayed in super clean friendly fabulous location great swimming Pool

Could not fault a thing will be back for sure

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jun 2019

Ian

Lovely Hotel

Lovely Hotel....Great service and Great hosts

Friends

8/10

Excellent

07 Jun 2019

Clive

Birthday trip for one of our group

Good hotel, rooms are on the small side but well equipped. Shower was tight but worked well. Breakfast was fairly good, reasonable cereal choice, fruit choice was adequate. Cooked was variable, eggs tended to be overdone. Staff were great, nothing was too much. Hotel is up a stiff hill but about 10 minutes from the front

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

03 Jun 2019

Verified traveler

Brilliant place for a sunny stay in Torquay

The owners went out of their way to make us feel comfortable and looked after. Friendly staff, clean hotel, great sunny pool area/terrace, fab breakfast, comfortable surroundings.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 May 2019

Verified traveler

Everything about it was amazing.. So clean lovely staff.. Couldn't say a bad word about this place.. Breakfast was so good to.. Not much of a walk to the town so all was good.. Defo be going back

Leisure Friends

6/10

Pleasant

24 Sep 2018

Val

Not has expected

Was ok not what I was expecting from the reviews I read before I went the breakfast was very basic it was a wet and cold weekend and it was freezing and they never put the heating on I was in room 18 and every time I moved on the bed it creaked son not what I expected when you read the reviews when people say breakfast was great 1 rasher if bacon one small sausage a spoonful of beans even if you had only bacon and egg with mushrooms you still only had one slice of bacon has I say when you read these great reviews and it does not live up to them whether it is because it is coming to the end of the season and they are closing next week and has I say because it was a cold and wet weekend and it was freezing in the hotel

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

21 Sep 2018

Rodney

Comfortable Stay in Torquay

We had a five night break at this hotel and found it to be comfortable & friendly. Clean room with comfortable beds and a great breakfast. The hotel has a good size pool and large hot-tub. Its in a great location for the town and seafront. The hotel is family run and you do get a personal service.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

13 Sep 2018

Rebecca

Faultless

Our stay was just perfect. The hotel is clean and inviting and the staff are so helpful and friendly. Perfect location, there is a pool and a hot tub which is just wow and they can accommodate food allergies really well. I really can't fault our stay here and would not hesitate to stay there again! What wonderful owners and staff that work there - thank you for a fantastic holiday!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

10 Sep 2018

Trudy

Fab short break

Really nice welcome when we arrived ,explained everything about our stay.Great location.The breakfast was varied and tasted good.Overall a really good venue to stay.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 Sep 2018

Donald

Holiday at Rivera Lodge Hotel in Torquay

Holiday in Torquay was great chill out holiday, my wife and I enjoyed it very much and would definitely return to the Rivera Lodge Hotel without hesitatation, it was excellent. A family run hotel, clean,good service, good amenities, and in Prime location.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

22 Aug 2018

Peter

The play that goes wrong

Very good stay - convinient for town and the princess theatre

Partner

8/10

Excellent

20 Aug 2018

Andrew

Very pleased

Tasteful and very clean if not ever-so-slightly dated. Room was adequate but could be bigger. Staff were great, very friendly and competent. Nice garden to relax in and good bar area. Outstanding Breakfast. Would highly recommend to my friends and family.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

10 Aug 2018

Verified traveler

NICE CENTRAL HOTEL FOR TORQUAY

Well situated for town

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

10 Aug 2018

Dean

Torquay

A very pleasant and relaxing holiday.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Aug 2018

Annie

V impressive hotel in all ways!

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

08 Aug 2018

Georgie

Not as good as last year

Good amenities such as pool & hot tub, 10 minute walk to harbour and centre of town.
My husband and I visited here last year and felt the general outside cleanliness of the pool area and gardens has not been as well maintained as our previous experience.
Rooms were cleaned every day with towels changed to.
Healthy breakfast with different choices of cereal, fruit, yogurt, along with full English if desired, omelette was amazing along with the pool side snack(sandwich)we ordered one day.
The only downfall in the morning for breakfast for us was having to make your own toast, toasters were extremely slow...
Bar prices were a little sporadic as we ordered a few drinks with the correct change according to the bar drink menu on the tables to be told we didn't have the correct money due to the prices on their bar menu not being up-dated yet!
Was extremely dissapointed half way through our stay when sitting in our room one evening our room door was opened from the outside by the owners son, there had been a guest that had forgotten their room number and they thought it might be ours, there was no knock beforehand or warning that they were trying to gain access, luckily I had just showered and adorned my bath robe 2 seconds earlier which saved me any embarrassment.
The next morning I politely gave feed back in regards to the lack of warning we had that they were entering our room.....it seemed it fell on deaf ears I'm afraid.

10/10

Exceptional

05 Aug 2018

GEORGINA

Lovely hotel

A lovely comfortable hotel

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

02 Aug 2018

Gaynor

Weekend break

I am 64 years old , my partner and I went for a 3 day break, I’ve been on holidays all my life but I have to say I have had the best 3 days of my life . I suffer with my legs, but the staff at the riviera lodge hotel were nothing less than amazingly friendly and helpful nothing was too much trouble, we arrived hours early, we went to check they had my booking, they did and told me to wait while they checked if the room was ready, they did and it was so they let us into our room early , it is spotless there and I must say I’m fussy, beautiful pool and hot tub , very quiet and peaceful if that’s what you want, I didn’t want to come home and we’ve decided we are not going abroad next year we are going back here it’s perfect, thank you riviera lodge x

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Jul 2018

Verified traveler

Lovely Hotel. Lovely owners who make you feel so welcome. Would definitely return.

10/10

Exceptional

15 Jul 2018

silverlady

Wonderful hotel !

From the moment we arrived the staff could not have been more helpful, polite and accommodating. The room was excellent and above expectations. Breakfast first class and served with a smile.
Snacks and bar meal highly recommended. For anyone wanting a perfect stay in Torquay there is not better choice, small friendly and perfect in every way.

10/10

Exceptional

26 Jun 2018

Elizabeth

Great B&B!!

Fabulous little hotel, friendly owners with the added bonus of a swimming pool and hot tub. Couldn't have wished for a better place to stay

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

25 Jun 2018

juju

Close to town centre and sea front very helpful staff

10/10

Exceptional

19 May 2018

Verified traveler

Plesent helpful owners and staff.

10/10

Exceptional

07 May 2018

Verified traveler

Nicely located close to sea and restaurant.

8/10

Excellent

12 Sep 2017

Reece

Good hotel overall, pleasant and welcoming. Basic rooms, some are overlooked by other rooms. Rooms were clean and service was good. Breakfast times are very limited and not good for leisure stays. Location was good with easy access to the coast.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

04 Sep 2017

sue

Lovely Hotel, not far to walk to resrtarants etc

We had alovely stay at Rivera Lodge Hotel, made us feel welcomed, Breakfast was good quality food, and well cooked , had a small room , but had everything we needed.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

23 Aug 2017

Tracy

Excellent bed and breakfast

We had a fantastic stay at this hotel, very clean. Staff excellent, nothing was too much trouble. Breakfast was lovely and extremely well organised. We booked a small double but next time would book a larger room if available. However the room was still excellent value for money. Would definitely recommend and plan to return.

10/10

Exceptional

26 Jul 2017

Keith

quiet location

the staff were very polite, and the breakfast was very good, also had a heated pool which we used. Only down side was a 15 minute walk to the nearest part of the beach. Oterwise cant fault the hotel.

10/10

Exceptional

19 Jul 2017

Gezza 1942

Lovely Hotel within walking distance

This hotel gets better every time you visit, it has been refurbished since our last visit. Nothing is too much trouble for the staff to enhance our visit.

8/10

Excellent

14 Jun 2017

Verified traveler

Traveller

Good WiFi, friendly staff.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

31 Aug 2016

Bill

Nice hotel close to the beach and shopping

From the moment we arrived we found it very welcoming the hotel was superb ie from decor,staff, room, and facilities on site heated outdoor swimming pool and jacuzzi location perfect close to all the amenities

10/10

Exceptional

23 Aug 2016

andy

a great place to stay.

The Riviera Lodge Hotel had been recommended to us by a friend who has stayed there on many occcasions so we decided to give it a try and booked our stay in August 2016. From the moment when we arrived we were impressed by the peace and quiet and the comfortable décor and when we were booked in by the proprietor we were further impressed by our room, which was just what we wanted.

8/10

Excellent

22 Aug 2016

robert

Very enjoyable stay. Only negatives, swimming pool had developed a leak and was out of use which we didn't know about and was a big disappointment. Shower pressure in the room was very poor.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 Aug 2016

Dave

Relaxing hotel

Warm welcome by the owners , very helpful straight away could not do enough for you , gave us directions to all areas we required , information on trips , places to visit and map of the area, nothing too much trouble.
lovely seating area to relax read , have a drink and shelter if cool in the conservatory.
well stocked bar with seating area , pool was a nice size but unfortunately on our stay was under repair which the hoteliers could not apologise enough , but the hot tub was available if required nice and clean and relaxing from the heat or after a long walk
Breakfast very good choice and cooked to perfection, fresh fruit daily other breakfast choices if required
very well organised staff and very well run hotel , would certainly return to this hotel

10/10

Exceptional

15 Aug 2016

Neil

Would definately go again

Beautiful clean and modern hotel close to all the amenities.

10/10

Exceptional

14 Aug 2016

Vicki

Fantastic xxxxxx

Close to the beach and local amenities. Excellent food and service. Rooms very modern and clean. Friendly staff

10/10

Exceptional

08 Aug 2016

Steve

Adults only hotel - great.

Very nice indeed. Just about everything Torquay has to offer is within walking distance of the hotel. The room was well laid out and kept very clean. Full English breakfast was served up every day with a smile, and the food was excellent
Mine hosts Karsten & Lee were very friendly and couldn't offer enough help and information on things to do and see in the area.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Jul 2016

Iain

Riviera Lodge Review

We had an excellent stay at the Riviera Lodge and could not fault anything about the hotel. Lee and Carsten could not have been friendlier and we would have no hesitation about staying at the Riviera Lodge if we were again in Torquay.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Jun 2016

Karen

Best week in a long time

First class cleanliness throughout.top class service. Breakfast was supperb.pool and hot-tub amazing. Hosts very attentive,and hard working and always on hand to answer any queeries or guide you in the right direction.the lodge is only 5/10 mins walk to sea front and many resurants, shops and entertainment. Would recommend with confidence. We shall return. Thankyou Carson and Lee for a very relaxing and comfortable stay x

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

13 Jun 2016

becky

Weekend break

This hotel is located a 10 minute walk from the beach and 15/20 minutes from the town. The staff were friendly, and nothing was too much trouble. Cooked Breakfast was delicious, and there's cereal to choose from also. We had a standard room which was perfect for us, the bed and pillows were extremely comfy! The pool area is extremely clean and so is the pool and hot tub itself. It had a range of sun loungers/chairs and tables around it to choose from. As me and my boyfriend both work in hotels as a cleaner/housekeeper, we can't fault this hotel, it was brilliant! Very clean, very friendly staff, excellent service! Would highly recommend and will definitely be going back!

10/10

Exceptional

03 Jun 2016

Verified traveler

Weekend break away

Throughly enjoyed are stay at Rivera hotel the hosts where very good breakfast was lovely would definitely stay again

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 May 2016

Elizabeth

The warmest of welcomes

Stayed just for one night on business but lovely warm welcome from both Lee and Carsten. The hotel and room were both spotless and I would definitely return. Just one small suggestion - if breakfast service could start earlier for those with an early start that would be great as I didn't get to sample what I was assured was a delicious breakfast. Otherwise top notch and short walking distance to the seafront. See you again soon!

10/10

Exceptional

12 May 2016

Philip

y husband and I had a lovely week at this hotel. The breakfast was good and was served hot and fresh. The hosts were very friendly and nothing was too much trouble. We used the hot tub which was very nice after we had been walking the cliff path. The conservatory was a nice relaxing place to return to either in late afternoon and read a book or paper or to sit and have a drink with other guests after a meal out. They had a very good secure entry and exit system that didn't involve waiting to either hand you room key in or get it back when you came back in. A very good hotel and very clean.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

17 Sep 2015

Mohammed

Couple Break

Staff was brilliant, helpful, friendly with a great service and really looked after us.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 Sep 2015

jacqueline

Riviera Lodge

My wife and I have just spent a couple of days at the Riviera Lodge. We thought the hotel was great.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Sep 2015

Verified traveler

Very clean and friendly

Hotel was exceptionally clean and the service was excellent, welcoming and friendly. Would definitely recommend.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 Aug 2015

Jo and Hannah

Nice hotel close to the town and beachfront

Rained every day I was in Torquay. Hotel was great supplied board games, surroundings were really nice and obviously we had use of the hot tub!! Breakfast was excellent. Rooms comfortable and clean. A most enjoys stay.

8/10

Excellent

26 Jul 2015

issy

Lovely and clean location good

We had a lovely stay the owners were great and the rooms were spotless the pool and the jacuzzi were a bonus

10/10

Exceptional

25 Jul 2015

Bronwyn

Lovely hotel with very good facilities in a great location. Hosts are attentive but not overly so. The pool and hot tub are a touch of luxury.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jul 2015

terence

Riviera Lodge

My wife and I have just spent a couple of days at the Riviera Lodge.
We thought the hotel was great. Nicely decorated and furnished room, which , like the rest of the hotel was spotlessly clean.The owners were very friendly and helpful, and the breakfast was good.The beach was a short walk away, and the town centre about a 10 minute, pleasant, walk.We will definately stay again when we are next in Torquay.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

02 Jul 2015

Michael

Mike

Lovely stay here, would definitely recommend

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 Jun 2015

Lynda