The Riverview Hotel

After my experience at the Riverview hotel & spa, I was compelled to write a review. Upon first arrival, I thought the property appeared more outdated than I expected, but was pleasantly surprised from the moment we stepped inside of the lobby/ hotel gift shop. It had such quaint elegant charm and it is very well maintained. We had to use the restroom downstairs as we were early so our room was not quite ready. The sugar scrub at the sink was a nice touch 👍. Staff were super accommodating (thanks Nick for the recommendations!) & had our room ready 2.5 hrs earlier than check-in for no extra charge! We were only there for a short 1 night stay to see family who came to town from NC (we are from Tampa Bay) but we used almost every amenity, minus the spa. The pool area is gorgeous and I loved all of the fresh potted plants (it really felt like you were at a resort- the comfy outdoor lounging chairs/ umbrellas made for a great little private shaded area) & we even took a quick ride on the complimentary bikes across the bridge to canal street for the classic car show (they provided bike locks). It was maybe 1.5-2 miles at most I would guess. The local brewery is here (NSB brewery), although we didn’t have time to check it out. We walked the other direction from the hotel down Flagler Ave to the beach & stopped in a bunch of shops and dipped our toes in the sand :) There is a Quiet Flight surf shop ❤️ & you can still drive your car on the beach (for a fee)! Exceeded expectations! 😊

The hotel lobby is really nice! They have super cute gift shop with everything you can think of. The front desk staff are really nice, our toilet wasn’t flushing and got someone in there within 10 minutes to fix. Each room is decorated differently and we loved ours! Traveling with a toddler we need some extra space which we had enough of for him to walk around. The bed was comfortable but the sheets were too thin. There was an extra blanket in the closet. Biggest issue was not having a mini fridge but the front desk let us put our sons milk in their fridge which was so helpful! The mermaid cafe, omg. We loved it - great food options and portions - an added plus. The pool area was really nice - quiet and they provide pool towels. We were able to walk everywhere - all the bars, restaurants, shopping and beach! They also provide great products for the bathroom. We had a great experience and would come back! 😊

Overall, it was "MEH." Bathrooms and matresses could use a refresh. The "breakfast" was so horribly chaotic that we didn't even try to eat the 2nd day. Would not recommend to friends and family.

Enjoyed the location. Room was ok, wanted 2 beds but the room they wanted to give us faced the road and we wanted some type of view of the water. Changed rooms but had only 1 bed which was TERRIBLE! Sagged in the area you sleep. Back was killing me the next day. Staff is nice but the kid could of gave us another room with 2 beds. He said they were reserved... Hello,. I reserved a room as well.

Very Intimate & Private. Love the getaway feeling & the almost back in time feeling of staying away at your family’s home. Highly Recommend.