Riva Boutique Hotel & Restaurant

3.0 star property

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Signature Room
Front of property
Superior Room | Bathroom

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$266
includes taxes & fees
25 June - 26 June

Explore the area

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12-14 W Clyde St, Helensburgh, Scotland, G84 8SQ
  • Place, John Muir Way - West
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Helensburgh Leisure Centre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Hill House
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Glasgow (GLA-Glasgow Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Room options

Signature Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Double Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(14 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Family Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Helensburgh

At Riva Boutique Hotel & Restaurant, you'll be 11.7 km (7.3 mi) from Loch Lomond Golf Club and 12.2 km (7.6 mi) from Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a coffee shop/cafe. Each morning continental breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class Helensburgh hotel include SEA LIFE Loch Lomond Aquarium and Loch Lomond Shores.

What's nearby

  • John Muir Way - West - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Helensburgh Leisure Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Hill House - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park - 13 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Loch Lomond - 15 min drive - 15.7 km

Getting around

  • Helensburgh Central Station - 3 min walk
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ardencaple Hotel - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Ashton - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Clyde Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Henry Bell - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Commodore - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Riva Boutique Hotel & Restaurant

Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

This 3-star Helensburgh hotel is smoke free.

  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Riva Boutique Hotel & Restaurant offers 14 accommodations. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include baths or showers. This Helensburgh hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 10 for adults and GBP 5 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • High chair

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 20
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 20.00

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15 per accommodation, per stay, plus a deposit of GBP 25 per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately GBP 10 for adults and from GBP 5 for children
  • Pet deposit: GBP 25 per stay
  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 20 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 20.00 (subject to availability)

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
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. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Riva & Restaurant Helensburgh
Riva Boutique Hotel & Restaurant Hotel
Riva Boutique Hotel & Restaurant Helensburgh
Riva Boutique Hotel & Restaurant Hotel Helensburgh

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Riva Boutique Hotel & Restaurant?

Riva Boutique Hotel & Restaurant offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Riva Boutique Hotel & Restaurant?

As of 9 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riva Boutique Hotel & Restaurant on 25 Jun 2026 start from NZ$266, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Riva Boutique Hotel & Restaurant?

The closest beach to Riva Boutique Hotel & Restaurant is Carraig an Roin (4.7 km).

Does Riva Boutique Hotel & Restaurant serve breakfast?

Yeah, our guests can't get enough of the continental brekkie here! Served daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM, this is the perfect spot to fuel up for a day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Riva Boutique Hotel & Restaurant?

No, Riva Boutique Hotel & Restaurant does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Riva Boutique Hotel & Restaurant?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Riva Boutique Hotel & Restaurant?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Riva Boutique Hotel & Restaurant?

Cats and dogs are welcome at Riva Boutique Hotel & Restaurant, with food and water bowls on offer.

Riva Boutique Hotel & Restaurant Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 174 out of 340 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 83 out of 340 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 49 out of 340 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 340 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 340 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff, nicely decorated and a good breakfast, just what was needed.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was fine, staff were great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

andrew

Nice stay at riva boutique hotel. Helpful staff and nice clean room.only thing I would suggest is that checkout time and breakfast end time at weekends could be extended to 11 o’clock.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel, friendly staff and a great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good selection of drinks in bar. All staff efficient and friendly. My diet was catered for with particular items purchased for my breakfast. Room was cosy and comfortable. Loved the selection of LPs and record player in room.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Mrs Iryna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean hotel, close to a river walk.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
PICK THE RIVA!! Wonderful staff, cute, comfortable, cozy rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed, clean hotel with great atmosphere. A must stay if in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, enjoyed our stay and lunch
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was fantastic, hotel and service were great. Perfect location for what we needed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean room,quiet. Helpful staff. Very adequate continental breakfast. Helensburgh has places worth visiting notably Hill House and the midget submarine museum.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

john

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

Lovely stay

Very comfortable stay.Staff very friendly and sorted out car parking for us.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely boutique hotel on the seafront. Lots of nice small touches made it stand out and free breakfast was welcome too.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel very clean staff great very friendly.food is amazing would recommend this hotel to anyone in the area
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very attentive staff, comfortable well appointed rooms.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel with really friendly staff:) definitely recomend staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a lovely stay, Melina and Gary were both so nice and made our stay so nice We will be back x
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our quiet stay . Perfect location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Anthony

A nice hotel with good facilities and excellent staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely boutique hotel, 4th stay and it never disappoints. Nice clean rooms Brilliant power shower Comfy beds
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Penny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely stay- comfy clean room and gorgeous location on the water front
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

PETER M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, excellent breakfast, comfortable room. Hotel is in middle of town, very convenient.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Mauricio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
That staff are fantastic, truly made the stay fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alex

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

Great Stay with great food

Hotel was amazing very good service, great food and great breakfast, amenities where very good, record player, fan, coffee machine in room great touch. Very welcoming. However room was very small but amenities made up for it.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

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

Great little place!

Really loved this place for its stylish boutique vibes, very comfy and clean room, lovely staff and perfect central location plus on the waterfront. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024