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Riva del Sole

4.0 star property
4-star beachfront hotel with restaurant

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Private beach, beach bar
Point of interest
Lunch and dinner served
Comfort Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, memory foam beds, desk, free WiFi
Private beach, beach bar

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Strada Statale 16 km 787 and 225, Giovinazzo, BA, 70054
  • Place, L'Arena
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Spiaggia Prima Cala
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Panetteria Pan per Focaccia
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bari (BRI-Karol Wojtyla)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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Comfort Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, memory foam beds, desk, free WiFi

Comfort Double or Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, memory foam beds, desk, free WiFi

Comfort Triple Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, memory foam beds, desk, free WiFi

Standard Double or Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, memory foam beds, desk, free WiFi

Standard Triple Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Giovinazzo

Beachfront retreat .Stay at this Giovinazzo hotel and you'll be within 12 miles (20 km) of Bari Harbor and Fiera del Levante. Bari Cathedral and University of Bari are within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • L'Arena - 8 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • Gavetone - 8 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Spiaggia Prima Cala - 8 min drive - 7.3 miles
  • Panetteria Pan per Focaccia - 9 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Stadio San Nicola - 17 min drive - 14.8 miles

Getting around

  • Giovinazzo Station - 8 min drive
  • Karol Wojtyla Airport (BRI) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Tana dell'Artista - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Porto Franco - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ristorante Beluga - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Il Marcopolo - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪La Cucchiara - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Riva del Sole

4-star beachfront hotel with restaurant
Simply step outside to unwind on the hotel's beach. After a day at the beach, enjoy amenities at Riva del Sole like a seasonal outdoor pool, a children's pool, and an outdoor tennis court.

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar, a poolside bar, and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. This beach hotel also offers a fitness center, a garden, and a terrace.

This 4-star Giovinazzo hotel is smoke free.

  • 87 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 9688 sq ft of conference space
  • 900 sq m of conference space
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar on the beach
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Riva del Sole offers 87 accommodations with hair dryers. Beds feature memory foam mattresses. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include showers and bidets.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 3 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 25 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.00 per person, per night, up to 3 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 14 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 25 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a security system and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a security system and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • The seasonal pool will open June 01 and close September 15.
  • One child 3 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.

Property is also known as

Riva Sole
Riva Sole Giovinazzo
Riva Sole Hotel Giovinazzo
Grand Hotel Giovinazzo
Grand Hotel Riva Del Sole Giovinazzo, Province Of Bari, Italy
Riva Sole Hotel
Riva del Sole Hotel
Riva del Sole Giovinazzo
Riva del Sole Hotel Giovinazzo

Frequently asked questions

How close is Riva del Sole to the airport?

Riva del Sole is 6 mi (11-min drive) away from the Karol Wojtyla Airport (BRI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Riva del Sole have an airport shuttle?

Riva del Sole offers an airport shuttle.

How close is Riva del Sole to the beach?

This hotel is on a private beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Riva del Sole offer free breakfast?

Riva del Sole does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Riva del Sole?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Riva del Sole?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Riva del Sole?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Riva del Sole have a pool?

Riva del Sole features a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Does Riva del Sole have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Riva del Sole have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Riva del Sole to downtown Giovinazzo?

Riva del Sole is 2.4 mi away from Giovinazzo.

Reviews

Riva del Sole Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 180 out of 464 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 178 out of 464 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 73 out of 464 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 464 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 464 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice spot. Good pool and good breakfasts. A bit isolated if you don’t have a car.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Dana M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property was nice, the beach area very quaint. The animatori were playing music and dancing. Hotel staff directed us to Giovinazzo for dinner which had a bunch of great options. The rooms were dated, mattress too firm but all around spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Nimisha

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Brian

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
The beach is not nice. Huge rocks, not easy to swim. Hard to get into pool. Only 1 small opening to get in. Inconvenient. Restaurant is mediocre. I had lobster pasta with tomato sauce and had to dig lobster out. The tail was non-existent, so pratically missing, and little meat. Got sauce all over my hands. Very messy. Room is small and my bathroom shower mat was wet before i even used it. For the price of $250 Canadian, this was a rip off.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

al

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Monica

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Okay but very basic.

Very basic. Pool doesn’t look like photo. Has ropes around the perimeter and your not allowed in the pool without a swimming hat! Towels have to be paid for as well as deposit left. Looked very abandoned and run down.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kellye

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property, but it is helpful to have a car. Taxis are very expensive. Bus to Bari is a doable option. David was helpful at the pool and reception bar. Breakfast is well managed —and tasty. Cleaning staff was helpful and kind. Antonio in animation was EXTREMELY helpful with kids!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mirella, Edmonton

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was great. Close to eve we needed and with great amenities!! Would absolutely recommend !!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Giampiero

Traveled with group
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
nice views and on the ocean but pool wasn't open advertised things to do could not be done like bike rental none there breakfast was great and bartender was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Constance

It was very nice clean and the staff were friendly
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

EDUARDO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Gloria

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Gs

The room are bigger and the breakfast was good and variety. They have restaurant and the food was delicious
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is beautiful and staff was super friendly. Everything was clean and property kept up. Breakfast had a good variety nothing fancy but a little bit of everything. Only downfall is location is away from city center so catching a cab a little pricey.... I would definitely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosa Maria Berta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good sized room and bathroom and very clean. Next to the beach with a nice pool. Conveniently located close to the aimport and a 25 min drive to old Bari. The staff was friendly and helpful and we were each offered a generous breakfast to go for our early departure. Definitely a 👍
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Older style resort, very large, Sept was off season, so very few guests.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Antony

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The ocean access is great but the facilities are old and worn out. It’s a resort so they will try to squeeze out every cent out of you. Only one receptionist was polite (a bald man with tattoos) and professional. The rest were rude and dismissive, they wouldn’t even look up or make eye contact. I asked for some food at the bar and the barista got offended that she got it wrong and blamed me for it, then spoke to me like I was stupid as if I couldn’t properly communicate in English. Mistakes happen, but one has to know to be gracious to accept them.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness
The room was modernized and very clean. The daily breakfast was well organized with a good selection. The hotel felt overly subdued in that there were no live entertainment. We did not see any staff or people out by the pool or at the beach. While we understand that it’s off season, it would be nice to have coffee and bar service in the middle part of the day. The hotel needs new carpet and landscaping. A lot of dead vegetation and shrubs.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, welcoming staff, linked to a private beach where there is a bar/restaurant. Very nice swimming pool and outside areas.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Fausto

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Among all the staff only 2 people gave us good service, the reception Rosella and Ana Maria, the rest of the staff doesn't speak English and doesn't bother to try communicating as I could speak some Italian but big difference on treatment if you are Italian.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Anthony

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All very good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

marcos Andre

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This is a Beach Club with accomodation. The property facilities are just below ok. A very fast renovation (carpets and some walls) would make this a fantastic property for all. But what's nice and breathtaking is the beach. Not a Caribbean beach but a clear and clean water with a perfect temperature. Bare in mind that the day you are checking out they won't allow you to go to the beach. And you can only use it after checking in. So you will lose a day of beach club access. And beach club staff clearly differentiate residents (there are some houses around) from hotel visitors. Although they send you at the end of the beach it is not necessarily a bad location (a bit far from the bar but 3 minutes walking slow). Breakfast is perfect. Great Italian and international dishes with lots of great Italian coffee. In conclusion, we liked it. You will enjoy it as it is a great experience for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024