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Riviera Beach Spa Resort

34630 Pacific Coast Highway, Capistrano Beach, CA 92624
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Big Bear City, California
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

Well, the view of the ocean is right out your window...but there is a day camping parking lot in front of it. Trains run by and you totally can't hear the TV or people talking to you...We usually keep the door open all night to hear the ocean, but that wasn't doable! Nice balcony, good little kitchen and living room,... More

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San Diego
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28 reviews 28 reviews
15 hotel reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013 via mobile

This resort has gone down hill. It is under new management, Diamond Resorts. I don't know if this is a good thing or not. Doesn't seem to be at this point. This place although in a mice location needs some TLC. AC in the rooms is noisy as heck. Staff sucked big time..... I can't believe how slow and useless... More

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2013

The resort was so old I thought I had time-traveled back to 1980. I don't know if they were trying to go for Beachy Theme w/ the decor but it all came off as old (painted wicker, peach leather sectionals, etc.). The newest items in the suite were the TVs and the microwave. It was a relatively clear resort, so... More

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Kingston
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11 reviews 11 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2013

We had a 1 bedroom on the 3rd floor overlooking the ocean. We were concerned about the train coming and going across the street as it was very noisy however, it stopped running during our sleeping hours. Great for walking and biking (can rent bikes at the resort) across the street. Our unit was great .... clean, comfortable and well... More

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denver
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4 reviews 4 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 March 2013

I was pretty worried about this place, as I booked it BEFORE reading the Tripadvisor reviews. So I was anticipating a hovel, prettymuch. It was actually really a great stay, with pleasant, kind staff and clean, tidy, quiet accommodations. I don't know all the lingo used by these timeshare people, so I can't tell you what "phase" I stayed in... More

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12 reviews 12 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 February 2013 via mobile

If you trade in with Interval expect to get a view of a cement retaining wall. The place is across the street from the ocean, but the good view rooms must be reserved for people who have a way to complain like renters or time share owners. The walls are very thin and toilet flushes from other units sound very... More

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Sonoma
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3 reviews 3 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 January 2013

We stayed in a 2-bedroom unit through Interval International, and were pleasantly surprised to learn at check in that we’d been upgraded to a beach-facing unit, which isn't available very often (in Phase II.) I’m glad we got so lucky, because the morning after check in we were able to relax on the patio to the sight of a family... More

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Southern Cal
Top Contributor
56 reviews 56 reviews
10 hotel reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 September 2012

This is a property that while older, has been maintained impeccably and is furnished adorably . Pillow top beds, jacuzzi tubs, two pool areas and separate pool jacuzzi 's for adults and families. I see from other reviews that people don't know the difference between a timeshare property and a hotel. Timeshares typically do not have things like, bellman, concierge,... More

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Tucson, Arizona
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 September 2012

Internet was extra -- VERY disappointing since it is considered part of accommodations almost everywhere these days. When checking in we asked about changing to a 'view' room and were told that Interval International specifically booked us with a "retaining wall view" (which I find a little hard to believe.) The postage stamp patio is within a couple of feet... More

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Lake Forest, California
1 review
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 August 2012

Where do we start? NO WAY IN HECK IS THIS A 5 STAR resort! 1.) The staff, especially Carlos was incompetent, apathetic and treated us more like we were parolees checking in, than a guest staying at a time share. He quoted Monarch’s “Rules and Policies” like a record skipping on a turntable. 2.) The room smells like fecal matter... More

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Additional Information about Riviera Beach Spa Resort

Address: 34630 Pacific Coast Highway, Capistrano Beach, CA 92624
Region: United States > California > Capistrano Beach
Amenities:
Fitness Centre Free Parking Restaurant Swimming Pool
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Ranked #4 of 4 hotels in Capistrano Beach
Also Known As:
Riviera Beach Hotel Capistrano Beach
Riviera Beach Hotel

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