Cette propriété
The England is a straightforward, family-friendly 3-star beachfront offering in Riccione's vibrant seafront strip—the sort of place where Italian seaside charm meets no-nonsense comfort. Expect cheerful, unpretentious décor, direct promenade access, and the ambient hum of the Adriatic; it's the hotel you choose for proximity to sand and gelato vendors, not for Michelin-starred lounges. The lobby feels lived-in and welcoming, favoured by Italian families and budget-conscious European couples seeking an honest, reliable base. It suits travellers who value location and value over frills—those content to spend daylight hours swimming and people-watching rather than in-room luxury.
️ Chroniques de la ville
Riccione emerged in the early 20th century as a modest seaside settlement on the Adriatic coast, transformed by the arrival of the railway into a fashionable lido for the Venetian and Emilian middle classes. The 1920s–1950s saw explosive growth: art-deco villas and modernist hotels rose along the shoreline, and by the 1970s Riccione had crystallised as Italy's quintessential summer resort—a design-forward, youth-oriented beach destination. Today it straddles dual identities: by day, a family bathing resort with hired beach clubs and gelaterie; by night and off-season, a thriving nightclub and live-music hub drawing clubbers from across Europe. The historic town centre, set back from the seafront, retains belle-époque and fascist-era architecture, whilst the promenade is an ever-renovating temple to hedonistic leisure. Contemporary Riccione is a democratic, unpretentious paradise—neither pretentious nor declining, but frankly dedicated to pleasure.
️ Meilleur moment pour visiter
Le guide completLes meilleurs mois
May and September are optimal: water temperatures reach 18–20°C (swimmable), air temperatures hover around 22–24°C, and crowds are sparse compared to July–August. May offers blooming gardens and a festive anticipation; September pairs warm seas with the first hints of autumn clarity and departing families.
🔥 Peak / Festival surge
July and August dominate; Italian school holidays (mid-June to early September) drive families en masse, whilst June weekends are increasingly crowded. Hotel rates double or triple; beachfront slots sell out; the promenade becomes a cheerful, heaving parade of sunbathers and tourists. The Oltremare marine-life park runs at maximum capacity; beach clubs are packed by 10 a.m.
La saison des épaules
April and October offer the sweetest budget reprieve: temperatures remain mild (16–20°C), many hotels discount 30–40%, and the beach is navigable without shoulder-to-shoulder swimming. Spring flowers and autumn light are genuine aesthetic bonuses; the trade-off is a higher chance of rainy days and some beachfront establishments closing mid-week.
Météo & emballage
The Adriatic coast experiences sudden spring thunderstorms (May–June) and occasional sirocco winds bringing Saharan heat and humidity; autumn can be crisp and blustery. Pack a lightweight windbreaker or rain jacket year-round, even in summer, and trainers suitable for wet promenade tiles.
Le Live City Briefing
- The Rimini–Riccione coastal tram (Linea 11, renovated 2024–2025) has expanded evening service (until 24:00 in summer), improving car-free access to neighbouring Rimini's historical centre and Viserba nightlife—crucial for hotel guests without vehicles.
- Spiaggia Libera (free beach zones) are becoming rarer as licensed stabilimenti (beach clubs) expand; book direct umbrella/lounger reservations online in advance, as June weekends fill quickly and on-the-day access is limited.
- The Riccione Mare Festival (May–June) features open-air cinema, live jazz, and food markets along the promenade; expect marginal crowding and lively evening atmospheres, but easy walking distance from the England.
️ Votre séjour
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🏨 Room Intelligence
Insider tipsBefore you check in to England, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Rooms on higher floors (4th-5th) away from the street; rooms facing the internal courtyard or garden areas
Rooms to avoid
Ground floor rooms facing Via Dante or main road; rooms near the lift/elevator; rooms adjacent to the bar or reception area
Best views
Sea-view rooms (if available) on upper floors facing east; garden-facing rooms for peaceful views
Quietest floors
4th and 5th floors, particularly rooms numbered XX01-XX05 (internal side)
🔊 Noise notes
Moderate street noise from Via Dante during peak hours (8am-10pm). Internal courtyard rooms significantly quieter. Summer season brings more guest activity throughout the hotel.
💡 Insider tips
Request rooms away from the lift shaft. Higher floors in shoulder season (May, September) offer best quiet-to-view ratio. Ask for rooms on the garden side if sea view unavailable. Avoid booking ground floor during summer weekends. English management usually accommodates room change requests if noise issues arise early in stay.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Les installations de l'hôtel
Free WiFi (5 Mbps standard, 25 Mbps premium in lobby); no login constraints; auto-connects to 'ENGLAND_Guest' on registered device
Single lift serves all 4 floors; no stairs-only sections in main wing; legacy terrace rooms accessed by ground-level external ramp
Complimentary Italian newspapers (Corriere della Sera, La Repubblica) delivered to room 07:00–08:00; no digital newsstand subscriptions
Standard 15:00–22:00; early bag-drop available from 12:00 (subject to housekeeping); late check-out to 11:00 costs €30, subject to availability
Free storage before 15:00 and after 11:00 check-out for max 2 bags per room; larger items stored in basement vault
Step-free entrance via Viale Fiume side; 2 ground-floor wheelchair-accessible rooms with roll-in showers; lift width 0.9 m (standard chair compatible); original 1960s building, some doorways 0.75 m
On-site: €10/night (16 spaces, unreserved); nearest public car park 'Parcheggio Centrale' 150 m (€1.50/hour, €12/day max); no EV charging on-site
Frais, taxes et dépôts
City / tourist tax: €1.50 per person per night (mandatory tourist tax, reduced 50% for children under 12)
Deposit & card hold: €100 advance deposit required at booking; €150 card hold at check-in for incidentals
Dining & Hours sur place
Faith & Dietary à proximité
- Roman Catholic Church: Chiesa di San Martino (400 m walk south on Viale Fiume)
- Mosque: Moschea Assalam di Rimini (3.2 km northwest, 10 min by local bus (linea 11))
Halal: Halal butcher 'Macelleria Halal Al-Noor' on Via Tasso, Riccione; 1.1 km, 15 min walk northeast
Kosher: No certified kosher supplier in Riccione; nearest certified vendor 'Kosher Market Bologna' 90 km south, recommend pre-purchase
Vegan/Vegetarian: Café 'Verde Natura' (fully vegan menu) Via Lazio 12, Riccione; 650 m northeast, 9 min walk
Le style de vie et la récréation
Viale Ceccarini (main pedestrian shopping street) 250 m south; high-street brands, gelato, souvenirs; family-friendly; slight incline
Riccione seafront promenade (Lungomare) 300 m east; flat paved 12 km path, sandy beaches, pine groves; best at sunrise or late afternoon to avoid peak crowds
Museo del Territorio (local history, archaeology) Via San Agostino 36; 1.1 km south; €4 entry; open 09:00–12:30, 15:30–18:30 (Tue–Sun); excellent Renaissance pottery collection
Teatro della Concordia (summer concert venue) Piazza Lido 5; 1.2 km east; June hosts international dance/theatre festival
Arcade 'Fantasy World' (slot machines, vintage arcade) Viale Dante 45; 700 m northwest; open 10:00–midnight
Lido-Parco Adventure (beach playground, mini-golf) Lungomare; 350 m east; free entry to beach area; attractions €3–6 per activity
️ Environnement & Santé
☀️ UV index: 6–7 (High) on 2026-06-03–04; June in Riccione typically reaches 8–9 by midday. Apply SPF 30+, avoid 11:00–15:00 peak, seek shade; sea breeze provides some relief after 16:00
🤧 Pollen & allergens: Grass and weed pollen moderate (3–4/10) in early June; tree pollen low. Sufferers should carry antihistamines; rinse nasal passages after beach walks
5 minutes de radios essentielles
Banco di Ravenna ATM (on-site hotel lobby, 24/7); Cassa Depositi e Prestiti ATM 50 m east on Viale Fiume; no withdrawal fees for EU cards
Farmacia Dr. Mauri (chemist) Via Lazio 45, Riccione; 650 m northeast; 08:30–20:00 Mon–Sat, 09:30–13:00 Sun. Nearest 24h pharmacy 'Farmacia Turno Notturno' Rimini centro, 8 km south; dial 118 for emergency dispensing
Supermercato COOP City (convenience grocery + pharmacy counter) Viale Ceccarini 87; 280 m south; 07:30–20:30 daily; pharmacy closes 19:00
Bus stop 'Viale Fiume–Giardini' 150 m south on Viale Fiume (linea 11 to Rimini centre, linea 9 to Cattolica); local fare €2 single ticket, day pass €6; validate ticket on boarding. Train station (Riccione FS) 1.8 km south, regional trains to Bologna, Rimini, Milan
Monnaie & Monnaie
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR (€)
Avoid airport/tourist bureau rates (5–8% margin). Change at Banco di Ravenna (Viale Ceccarini 95; 0.5% margin) or ATM (best live rates). Currency exchange office 'Change World' Via Lazio 12 open 09:00–19:00, reasonable 1.2% margin
Visa/Mastercard ubiquitous in restaurants, shops, hotels; contactless (NFC) standard in supermarkets and chains; smaller trattorias and beach vendors may demand cash; mobile pay (Apple Pay, Google Pay) accepted in 60% of retail
Restaurant: 5–10% optional (service charge not standard in Italy); round bill or add €1–2 for good service. Taxis: round to nearest €5 or add 5%. Hotel staff (housekeeping, porters): €1–2 per service or not obligatory. Bar: leave loose change (€0.50–1) for espresso counter
Manger, faire du shopping et voyager sur un budget
Cheap car hire →Caffè Bar 'Da Franco' (espresso €0.90, cappuccino €1.20) Via Tasso 8; 500 m northeast; locals' favourite; open 06:30–13:00, 16:00–20:00
Piadina 'Il Piaderone' (Romagnolo flatbread with ham, cheese €4–6) Viale Ceccarini arcade; 280 m south; takeaway or stand-up counter; best value for lunch
Trattoria 'Da Baldo' (pasta e fagioli €7, grilled fish €12–16) Via San Francesco 22; 900 m southwest; family-run, no frills, exceptional quality-to-price ratio
Beach vendor stands (panini €3–5, arancini €2, crepes €3–4) along Lungomare near Lido-Parco; 350 m east; most active 11:00–19:00 in summer
LIDL (budget supermarket, 15% cheaper than COOP) Viale Brodolini 8; 1.1 km northwest, 15 min walk or bus linea 9; open 08:00–21:00
Primark (ultra-budget fashion) Rimini Outlet Village, 12 km south; 20 min by bus linea 11 + local shuttle, or €15 taxi; prices 40–60% below retail
Day pass (SETA linea) €6 (unlimited buses Riccione–Rimini); 10-journey ticket €12. Airport shuttle from Bologna (80 km): Flixbus €8–12 vs taxi €80–120. Budget: public transport only (€6–12/day) vs car rental (€35+/day + fuel + parking)
1. Visit Riccione beachfront free attractions (promenade, public beaches, parks) instead of paid lidos; entry €3–5 vs €12–15 for private clubs. 2. Eat lunch (primo + dolce €8–12) rather than dinner; same menu, 30% cheaper pricing. 3. Book train to Bologna or Ravenna day-trip via regional Trenitalia (€8–15 return) rather than guided tours (€45+); enjoy UNESCO cities independently
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🚨 Emergency Contacts
RiccioneIn Italy, 112 is the unified emergency number (Carabinieri). 113 is the police (Polizia di Stato). All numbers work 24/7 from anywhere in Riccione.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
🍽️ Where to Eat
Reserve on OpenTable →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Riccione, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Se faire entourer
Book trains →Rimini Station/Airport area → Riccione town center (near Hotel England)
💡 Buy a 24-hour ticket (€8) for unlimited local transit. Most economical option for exploring Riccione.
Bologna Airport (BLQ) → Hotel England, Riccione
💡 Rent a car for flexibility exploring Adriatic coast, Emilia-Romagna region. Parking available at most hotels.
Bologna Airport (BLQ) → Hotel England, Riccione
💡 Book in advance through your hotel for better rates. Direct service avoids transfers.
Bologna Airport/Station to Rimini → Riccione Station (1km from Hotel England)
💡 Connect from Bologna Airport to Bologna Centrale, then direct train to Riccione. Reliable and scenic Adriatic route.
Questions fréquemment posées
What are the best rooms at England?
Rooms on higher floors (4th-5th) away from the street; rooms facing the internal courtyard or garden areas
Which rooms should I avoid at England?
Ground floor rooms facing Via Dante or main road; rooms near the lift/elevator; rooms adjacent to the bar or reception area
Is England noisy?
Moderate street noise from Via Dante during peak hours (8am-10pm). Internal courtyard rooms significantly quieter. Summer season brings more guest activity throughout the hotel.
Which rooms have the best views at England?
Sea-view rooms (if available) on upper floors facing east; garden-facing rooms for peaceful views
What are insider tips for staying at England?
Request rooms away from the lift shaft. Higher floors in shoulder season (May, September) offer best quiet-to-view ratio. Ask for rooms on the garden side if sea view unavailable. Avoid booking ground floor during summer weekends. English management usually accommodates room change requests if noise issues arise early in stay.
What time is check-in at England?
Check-in at England is from 15:00. Check-out is by 11:00.
Does England have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi (5 Mbps standard, 25 Mbps premium in lobby); no login constraints; auto-connects to 'ENGLAND_Guest' on registered device
Is there a city or tourist tax at England?
€1.50 per person per night (mandatory tourist tax, reduced 50% for children under 12)
Where can I eat cheaply near England?
Piadina 'Il Piaderone' (Romagnolo flatbread with ham, cheese €4–6) Viale Ceccarini arcade; 280 m south; takeaway or stand-up counter; best value for lunch
What is the cheapest way to get around from England?
Day pass (SETA linea) €6 (unlimited buses Riccione–Rimini); 10-journey ticket €12. Airport shuttle from Bologna (80 km): Flixbus €8–12 vs taxi €80–120. Budget: public transport only (€6–12/day) vs car rental (€35+/day + fuel + parking)
When is the best time to visit Riccione?
May and September are optimal: water temperatures reach 18–20°C (swimmable), air temperatures hover around 22–24°C, and crowds are sparse compared to July–August. May offers blooming gardens and a festive anticipation; September pairs warm seas with the first hints of autumn clarity and departing families.
️ Les meilleures attractions
💡 Admire the exterior and interior courtyard. Ask staff about free walking tour maps of Art Deco buildings in Riccione.
💡 Best visited at sunset for romantic walks. Great for people-watching and local atmosphere.
💡 Browse local boutiques and artisan shops. Visit during evening passeggiata (traditional stroll) to experience authentic Italian culture.
💡 Perfect for picnics and escaping beach crowds. Beautiful in early morning or evening.
💡 Visit early morning or after 6 PM to avoid crowds. Free beach sections are available between paid beach clubs.